Tips for Updating Your Shower

A bathroom remodel is one of the most coveted types of remodeling projects by homeowners.  Many homeowners dream of having a spa-like bathroom and that often starts with the shower.

A bathroom remodel is one of the most coveted types of remodeling projects by homeowners.  Many homeowners dream of having a spa-like bathroom and that often starts with the shower.  The shower anchors the bathroom, much in the way that a fireplace anchors a living room.  No matter how beautiful you decorate your bathroom, if you do not like your shower, you are probably not going to like your bathroom.  When you are ready to remodel your shower, choosing the ideal style, size, tile and finishes can be a bit overwhelming because there are so many choices.  Below we provide some tips that we believe can help guide homeowners towards choosing the shower remodel that is right for them.

1. Think About Space

• The first thing you have to consider is how much space you have.  Unless you plan on knocking walls down or adding onto your house, regardless of your budget you will have to work within the existing space you have.    If your bathroom is relatively small you can still work a luxurious and beautiful shower into the existing square footage, you just might have to be a bit more creative.  Things like frameless glass showers or foregoing the shower door altogether help a bathroom feel more spacious even when it is small.  If you have a large bathroom you may consider adding fun details like a bench, multiple shower heads or making it a steam shower.

2. Carefully Weigh Your Budget

• Budget is one of the other most important details to consider when determining the type of shower remodel you want.  Beautiful shower remodels can be done on any budget but the budget will determine the scope of the project and the types of materials used in the remodel.  Maybe you like the look of marble but do not have the budget to create a marble shower, there are many porcelain tiles designed to provide the same look at a fraction of the price (and are much more durable).

3. Think About the Future

• What sounds appealing or looks cool now may not sound as great in a few years.  When investing in a shower remodel, invest in a timeless appeal and add trendy décor and styling around it to ensure you are making a wise investment.  Further, when considering the future, think about life stages and physical abilities.  If you planning to retire in the home, you may want to make your shower easily accessible without ledges or steps so that it is not only beautiful but safe as well.

4. Have Fun

• While figuring out the budget and making wise styling choices are important, it is also important to add features that you really want.  If you have always dreamt of having a rain shower head, multiple shower heads, a steam shower or anything else, and your budget supports it, now is the time to do it!