Dos and Donts For Your Bathroom Renovation

Posted on May 19, 2022

bathroom renovations Whether you plan on embarking on a full home renovation or a small bathroom renovation, missing a few pre-renovation considerations can lead to a bad renovation. A renovation, when done correctly, can dramatically increase the value of your home, but when done incorrectly, it can quickly become a disaster for any contractor to fix.

If you're wondering how to renovate a bathroom that maximizes your home value and gets done on time and on budget, then keep reading. Rose Building Group home renovation contractors, who have been in the renovation industry for over 14 years, have put together this information for you on the dos and don’ts for renovating your bathroom.

The Dos Of A Quality Bathroom Renovation

In our 14+ years of full home renovations, we have seen many homeowners make the mistake of not discussing key points before getting started. From the moment you call a bathroom renovation contractor, make sure you're both on the same page. You'll save time and money, avoiding costly mistakes this way.

1. Invest in In-Floor Heating

One of the best investments you can make during your bathroom renovation is to install in-floor heating. This will not only add value to your home, but it will also provide a luxurious and cozy spot to relax after a long day. In-floor heating is relatively easy to install and can be done by most qualified contractors.

2. Use High-Quality Materials

While it may be tempting to save money by using lower-quality materials, this can often lead to problems down the road. When renovating your bathroom, be sure to use high-quality materials that will stand the test of time. This includes items such as flooring, tiles, fixtures, and more. By using high-quality materials, you can avoid replacing items in the future, which can save you both time and money.

3. Consider Adding More Storage

If your bathroom lacks storage, consider adding more during your renovation. This can be done in various ways, such as adding new cabinets and shelves or creating hidden storage behind mirrors or false walls. By adding more storage to your bathroom, you can help keep the space organized and clutter-free.

4. Update the Fixtures

One of the quickest and easiest ways to give your bathroom a facelift is to update the fixtures. This includes items such as faucets, towel racks, light fixtures, and more. Not only will this help improve the aesthetics of your bathroom, but it can also help save money on utility bills by using more energy-efficient fixtures.

5. Add a Luxurious Touch

If you want to add a touch of luxury to your bathroom without breaking the bank, consider adding high-end finishes. This could include items like marble countertops, heated towel racks, rain showerheads, or even a bidet. By adding just a few luxurious touches, you can transform your bathroom into a true oasis

The Don’ts of a Bathroom Renovation

1. Don't Install Hardwood Floors

While hardwood floors may be beautiful, they are not ideal for bathrooms. The moisture from showers and baths can quickly damage hardwood floors, causing them to warp or cup. This can ruin the look of your floors and increase the risk of slips and falls. If you love the look of hardwood floors, consider using tile that looks like wood instead.

2. Don't Forget About Ventilation

One of the most common mistakes made during bathroom renovations is forgetting about ventilation. Without proper ventilation, humid conditions can lead to the growth of mold and mildew, which can cause serious health problems. Be sure to include a vent fan in your plans or even open a window to help keep the air fresh and dry.

3. Don't Overlook the Details

When renovated on a budget, it’s easy to overlook small details that can make a big difference in your bathroom's overall look and feel. Be sure to consider things like lighting, hardware finishes, and grout colours when making your selections. By paying attention to these small details, you can create a high-end look without spending a lot of money

How To Ensure A Successful Bathroom Renovation

Stay informed, informed, informed. The best way to ensure that you don't get stuck with any surprises is to educate yourself about the process, which is why we have provided lots of information for you to read and digest.

If you are interested in starting a bathroom remodel, contact our experienced home renovation company today.

What Our Clients Say

Our Oakville project with Rose Group was 3+ months and the overall experience was categorially outstanding. The entire Rose team, including sub-trades are patient, communicative, responsive, and professional. While any major renovation is stressful, Team Rose seem to have a calming way about them, for which we very much appreciated. The project was on time, on budget, and Rose is flexible to make sure you receive value add along the way.

The end result of our project is beyond our expectations, and we have no doubt Rose will be engaged again.

Many thanks to Matt, Neil, Alisha, Matt, Brittany, Andrew, Adam, Chris, and the entire Rose team!!!!

Dan. Oakville, ON

Matthew and his team at Rose Building Group have completed 2 projects for us. A couple of years ago we completed a main floor renovation, which included a complete kitchen reno. Just recently we completed a master bathroom renovation. The work for both projects was impeccable. Really high quality workmanship, and incredible attention to detail.

The quality of the work is truly second to none. What impresses me the most about this company, however, is the people. They are all kind, warm, genuine, and professional. I enjoyed having them in my home, and was very comfortable. It is clear that they are committed to delivering a very high level of customer service and satisfaction through both the work they do, and they way they engage with the client. It's really impressive.

Kim. Burlington, ON

We recently completed our home renovation with Rose Building Group, which included a full renovation of both the interior and exterior of our house. We feel that we could not have picked a better company to do this extensive project. When Matt first came to our house to give us a quote we could tell instantly the professionalism and attention to detail he has when looking at a project. Throughout the entire renovation, Matt was easy to get in touch with, either by phone or email, which made it less daunting on my Wife and I whenever we had questions or wanted to add something. Matt was always upfront whenever issues arose (this was bound to happen during a full renovation of an old house) and always came prepared with possible solutions for us.

His staff always presented themselves as professionals. They were very respectful when speaking to us, and with taking care of our property by cleaning up the interior and exterior before going home every night. We even had neighbours on our street comment on how well our place looked, even during the construction. It was obvious that they are a very hardworking company, dedicated to ensuring a smooth and timely renovation. Rose building group was on schedule, and completed our project by the date discussed by Matt, prior to them beginning.

If you are looking to complete a renovation of your home, rest assured that if you choose Rose Building Group, that you will not be disappointed. You will have a professional company, that will make your home beautiful!

Paul S. Burlington, ON

We decided on Rose Building Group for our main floor renovation that started earlier this year. We have nothing but great things to say about RBG and the team.

At the beginning of the renovation we were provided with a renovation schedule so that we knew what would be happening on each day and we were most impressed at the adherence to this schedule. We were also provided a Scope of Work at the beginning of the project and any changes made along the way were clearly outlined.

Their communication during the renovation process was top notch and someone always got back to us very quickly.

Matthew, Settle and entire team were so professional and Alisha, the selections coordinator, was especially helpful and went out of her way to help with some of the finishing choices.

Other than a few things that were delayed beyond their control, this renovation was completed in a very timely manner and is absolutely beautiful. They made our vision come to fruition and we hope to use them again when we are ready to renovate our main bathroom. They made the process of doing a major renovation relatively low stress and I would highly recommend them to anyone looking to do a major renovation.

Great job RBG- you were all awesome!

Katie & Mike

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Katie. Burlington, ON

Matthew and his team were amazing to work with. They recently completed a full basement renovation for my personal home. I work for Baudit Interior design and have worked with several contractors and was very impressed with their professionalism, correspondence, organization and can do attitude. The whole crew worked efficiently and diligently. They were kind, respectful of us and our home and kept a very tidy work space. The quality of the workmanship and attention to detail was impressive. I would and have recommended them for any future projects.

Sylvia. Oakville, ON

Matt has a great company with a team of highly skilled craftsmen. We originally contemplated a bathroom renovation project and expanded the scope to include new staircase, hardwood flooring, crown moulding, recessed led lighting throughout and painting top to bottom. Matt’s experience was extremely helpful in that he was able to guide us in making the right choices upfront to help modernize the look of our home. His detailed approach and project management thru his team ensured we got the results we were looking for and the highest quality or workmanship and finish. We are extremely happy with the results and feel like we are in a brand new home but better. Definitely a company to talk to about renovations.

Additionally, Matt and his team adhered to all COVID protocols at all times which was very reassuring given the scope of the project with most of the work over eight weeks occurring during the third wave while we continued to live and work from our home.

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Paul. Burlington, ON

Our kitchen renovation is nearing completion and we are so happy with the work completed by Rose Building. Matt and his team were 100% engaged and had ideas to share right from our initial meeting. Everyone has been a pleasure to deal with - they are friendly, clean and their attention to detail and quality is top notch! I highly recommend Rose Building Group and we will have them back for future renovations.

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Julie. Burlington, ON

Rose Building Group completed a living room renovation for me. Matthew and his team were a pleasure to work with and very professional.

Matthews team were patient with any questions or concerns I had and took the time to explain what was happening during the project and addressed any concerns. They are very professional and CLEAN.

I really enjoyed working with Matt and his team and I am very pleased with the workmanship from the trades they used.

Matts team also took the time to do some repair work for me that had some damage.

I will use Rose Building Group for my next home renovation

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