Updated Bathrooms Pay When You Sell Your Home
Many home owners look for ways to add value to their homes
through improvements. One of the best ways is to have a go at
your bathrooms.
The Almighty Bathroom
Today's bathrooms are wonderful. Showers that "rain" on you,
warm air hydrotherapy bathtubs, sinks that look like water worn
boulders. You can pamper yourself now and smile on your way to
the bank when you sell because homes with good kitchens and
bathrooms are in demand. The only caveat is don't make it so
grand that it's above your neighborhood's standards. It's hard
to get your money out when yours is the most expensive house in
the neighborhood.
Explore and Plan
The scope and style of your bath update needs to fit the style
and price range of your home and your family, and you'll face
space constraints. One way to approach the project is to canvass
various places that sell bathroom fixtures, see what you like,
comparison shop, and then see if there's an outlet for your
price range with a good design staff to help you on a "freebie"
basis if you buy from them.
Lowe's and Home Depot are useful if you are very price
conscious. They carry brands we're all familiar with. It can be
fun to explore some of the avant-garde fixtures in some of the
high end outlets, and then see if something similar can be
achieved for less. And if the budget (and the neighborhood) can
take it, go for a truly luxurious spa of a bath.
Simplicity is prized today. I think it may be because life tends
to be so rushed and complicated. Simplicity does not mean
boring. Far from it. The simple can pamper and provide great
visual appeal.
Put together a plan within your budget and you are on your way.
Improved bathrooms can actually add tens of thousands of dollars
in equity to your home.