Bathroom remodeling is one of the best investments you can make for your home. You increase the value of the home considerably more than any other home improvement project you can undertake, including kitchen remodeling. When thinking about ways to improve the design and function of your bathroom in preparation for remodeling, you might overlook some key upgrades. Here are some ideas for the best upgrades you can do when bathroom remodeling. Low-flow toilets Low-flow toilets have become a necessity in many homes as more people become aware of the need to conserve water. Low-flow toilets consume 4,8 liters of water at most per flush, which is at least 20% less than conventional toilets. You can also gain a bit more space if you choose a low-flow toilet with a hidden cistern, as this means about 12 inches of space gained. A hidden cistern requires putting it inside the wall rather than in front, so that means breaking into the wall and relocating the waste pipe as the toilet itself is hung on the wall. Simply installing a low-flow toilet with a hidden cistern [...]

Many people, including avid DIYers, agree on general principles that a major bathroom remodel is not a project to take on lightly. Bathroom remodeling requires the combined skills of experienced tradesmen in electrical, plumbing, and masonry work. Working in a bathroom is also typically means close spaces, as bathrooms tend to be much more confining than other rooms. The biggest issue with bathroom remodeling for even experienced DIYers is the nasty surprises that are frequently waiting anyone breaking into floors and walls, especially older bathrooms. These include leaking pipes, crumbling subfloors, and extensive water damage. Finally, you need to complete a remodel as soon as possible, as a non-functional bathroom is often a real hardship for residents. Few people will even bother to consider the DIY option, and instead start looking for remodeling companies or professionals to handle the project. It could be a remodeling contractor overseeing the entire project, or subcontractors managed by the homeowner. In either case, the professionals will probably be able to do the job better and faster than a DIYer. However, you might want to think about that a [...]