5 Signs Your Bathroom Needs a New Look
The bathroom is probably the most underrated room in your home. Your day would not be complete without going into this comforting space at least once, whether it is to wash your face, to take a shower, to brush your teeth, or to use the toilet. In fact, the average person spends a total of one and a half years in the bathroom throughout their lifetime, according to a poll conducted on 2,500 participants.
Considering all the important uses of the bathroom, it makes sense that you invest time maintaining and upgrading this critical space. It may be time to give your bathroom a makeover if you notice these telltale signs.
Dirty, Mouldy Walls and Floors
Does your bathroom look, smell, and feel dirty? Worse yet, do you find that, no matter how many backbreaking hours you spend scrubbing and scraping, the tiles still look dull and the weird smell won’t go away? It may be a good idea to whip out some effective mould test kits to see if there’s a nasty mould growth in your bathroom.
Mould likes to grow in warm and humid locations like bathrooms. It is not only unsightly and disgusting, but it can also cause many health issues like coughing, wheezing, sore throat, irritated eyes, and rashes. If the test kit comes up positive, you can use homemade remedies to treat the affected area, or you can consider hiring a specialist to completely eliminate the mold if it is severe and toxic. You may also think of installing a fan to improve ventilation.
Bathroom Fixtures No Longer Function
You spend the first few hours of the day prepping in the bathroom, so you want everything in it to be functional and reliable. A clogged toilet or a shower that suddenly stops running while you’re in the middle of shampooing can be a disastrous way to start the day.
You don’t want to be late for work because of malfunctioning bathroom fixtures. If you are experiencing these inconveniences recently then it’s a sign you need to do a bathroom update.
Great-quality bathroom fixtures can be pricey, but they last longer than cheaper ones. Brands like the Saniflo upflush toilet also feature a special plumbing system that makes installation fast and easy. High-quality whirlpool tubs that are well maintained can last up to 50 years.
Cluttered and Cramped Spaces
Did you recently walk into your once spacious bathroom only to find that it has become cluttered with 10 different kinds of shampoo, rolls of toilet paper, new bath towels, and an army of rubber duckies? Maybe there’s an addition to the family, or maybe you went on a crazy shopping spree at Bed, Bath, and Beyond.
Whatever the reason, your bathroom has either shrunk in size or ran out of storage space, and a makeover could be just the thing to give you the mobility you need. You can install new cabinets to stash away the things you don’t normally use, or if you have the budget, you can do a complete renovation like choosing a bathroom countertop and change the layout of your toilet and bath. You can look at other changes too, like a smaller and more compact bathroom basin which does the same job but allows you to move around more freely. Just work within the room the bathroom allows, and you can be confident of having the perfect space that you’ve dreamt of.
Constantly Leaking Faucets and Pipes
Have you ever woken up in the middle of the night to the sound of dripping water? Leaky faucets and pipes are not only annoying; they can also cause slips and accidents. Plus they can cause further water damage to other parts of your house and cost you money.
On average, a £20 per year while more significantly damaged faucets and pipes can cost homeowners between £60 to £200 every year. If your bathroom has been suffering from leaky old pipes and fixtures, then you should consider seriously upgrading. You won’t only make your bathroom sleeker and more relaxing, but you also save money.
You Hate Spending Time in the Bathroom
Do you remember the days when you longed to come home from work and spend hours just unwinding in the tub or taking a long, hot shower? If you can’t recall the last time you had some serious R & R in your bathroom, then it may be high time to give it a makeover.
This room is probably one of the few places in your home where you can have complete privacy, so you should make it as conducive for me-time as possible. You don’t have to break the bank to do this. Adding a plant, some aromatic candles or new shower curtains can instantly liven up an otherwise boring and gloomy-looking bathroom. Don’t be afraid to put personal touches to this room to make it more welcoming.
Bathroom updates don’t need to be expensive and extensive. You can hire a contractor to change the layout and design, or you can do the renovations yourself. The extent of the makeover will ultimately depend on your budget and needs. The bathroom, after all, is your personal space, so make it all about you.
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