Are you looking for a bathroom refresh? Perhaps you don’t have the space or budget for a separate shower enclosure and have decided on a shower-bath combination. Do you want a softer look with a shower curtain or perhaps you prefer a glass panel? Our Anne Winch Real Estate Team has some ideas that will help you with a new look for your bathroom.
Shower curtain
Lovely yards of fabric (with a water-resistant liner) can change the overall look of your bathroom. Shower curtains are washable, and you can nip any chance of mould before it starts. Shower curtains also add a burst of colour with minimal fuss or cost. If you get tired of the look, you just need to replace it with a different style. You can be bold with colours without having to have pure white.
Clawfoot tub
If you have a claw-foot tub with a shower above, it can be hard to pull off especially when it comes to water and splashing. If you install a ceiling-mounted rail and a heavy-duty waterproof shower curtain, it can easily be swept around the tub. Glass panels are hard to incorporate with this style of tub with curves unless you go for something custom like a wet room that can be very costly in the long run.
The number one reason you may want to install a shower curtain is that it adds beauty to the room with less fuss and money. If you think that shower curtains are not modern, think again. There are so many patterns and colours to pick from that it can easily be incorporated into any style of bathroom.
Glass doors or panels
Glass doors or panels give you a full enclosure for your shower or tub. You don’t have to worry about leaks or spills. If space is at a premium, sliding glass doors are a good option.
They help with tricky spaces. A bath can be placed in an alcove or nook but how do you accommodate a sloped ceiling? One option is custom glass panels. This is a good idea if you have recesses, angles or different heights.
Glass panels can expand the look of your bathroom. Frameless glass can offer seamless beauty for any style of bathroom. This is a good option if you have a compact bathroom.
Glass can also simplify the look of your bathroom if you have a fancy vanity, fixtures or graphic tiles. Glass doors can give you options of entry into your bath or shower. With a shower curtain, you can only pull aside the curtain for entry. With glass panels or doors, you can have various types – hinged, sliding or folding.
Think to the future
A bathroom remodel can be a viable investment with a 60-70% return on investment (ROI). Often bathrooms can be a selling point for your home. An updated bathroom can attract many buyers. Around 26% of sellers invest in updating their bathrooms before selling.
If you are selling your home in a district with newer houses, you are competing directly with them. Updating a bathroom is a solid investment in the future sale of your home.
Before listing your home, it is always beneficial to talk to your real estate team. That is why our Anne Winch Real Estate Team would love to help you decide what improvements will make your home more desirable for buyers. Let us know if you are planning to sell, we can give our expert advice so you can get the best price for your home.