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4 questions to ask before a bathroom remodel
Choosing a home is strongly influenced by the layout and ap-
pearance of its bathrooms. But no matter how long you’ve lived in your home, there are bound to be im- provements you’d love to make. And almost everyone needs options for optimizing bathroom space.
Before remodeling, it’s best to think through your plan. Unless you’re selling your house immediately, don’t make the mistake of considering resale value alone. Take a good look at how you use the room, pay- ing attention to what’s work- ing — and what’s not.
Ask yourself about daily issues that bother you be- fore committing to a major overhaul. Be sure any chang- es you make will solve your problems or enhance your experience of the room.
DOES ANYONE USE THE BATHTUB?
If baths are popular in your household, upgrading your
tub can have a big impact. For spacious bathrooms, standalone tubs are trend- ing in bathroom design. But for those with limited space, a large tub may not be an option.
If the tub is not used in your home, switching to a high-quality shower setup instead could increase your bathroom’s functionality — and make better use of the space. Today’s choices are customizable and even high- tech, so it’s worth exploring your options.
IS THERE ENOUGH STORAGE?
Unless you have a newer home, chances are you do not have enough storage space — or outlets for all your gadgets. Here are some options for rethinking your storage.
• Vanities: Robern’s Car- tesian Collection offers customizable options in a range of colors and textures. You can purchase modular units that can be ganged
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or stacked to fit a variety of spaces, as well as to accom- modate existing plumbing.
Their vanity drawers have white shatter-proof glass bottoms that dissipate heat, allowing hot items like hair dryers or curling irons to be stored without fear of leav- ing heat marks.
You can choose an LED night light feature to illumi- nate drawer interiors, and in-drawer electrical outlets for powering your electronic
grooming gadgets.
• Cabinets: For stylish
and innovative modular wall cabinet options, the Rob- ern Uplift Tech Collection is designed with a vertically opening door, which you can open as low or as high as needed.
To help you find things even at night, the interior light of the cabinet turns on when the door is opened and shuts off when the door is closed.
HOW’S THE LIGHTING?
Do you find yourself mis- applying makeup, or have trouble putting in contacts or performing other tasks? Do you think you look dif- ferent in other mirrors than the mirror in your own bath- room?
Having a well-lit, clear mir- ror makes all the difference. Mirror lighting on cabinets is also a great option.
For additional lighting improvements, consider
adding pendant or chande- lier lighting, which provides great overhead light without taking up much space.
DO YOU JUST WANT A MORE BEAUTIFUL SPACE? Consider minor changes to your bathroom that can transform your experience. When was the last time you painted the room? A fresh, bright color can really im-
prove any size space. Biophilic design is on
trend, which just means making your interior spaces greener and more natural. In- corporating colors found in nature, plus adding natural elements like houseplants, can make any room feel more peaceful and livable. Consider plants that thrive on warmth and humidity when “greening up” your space.
For more information on enhancing your bathroom, visit robern.com.
This article is courtesy of Brandpoint.
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