If you're planning a bathroom remodel, you need to evaluate different designs and components to make the room appealing. While the aesthetic of the room is important, so too are its functionality and maintenance needs. Plus, don't forget about the budget. Bearing these things in mind, here are several tips.

Keep the Current Room Layout?

One way to save money during bathroom renovations is to leave the bath, shower, toilet, and basin in the same position. Doing so will mean you don't have to pay plumbers to break into the walls and move the pipes to accommodate a new layout. 

Instead, you can spend extra on luxury tiles, basins, and vanities with the money you save on plumbing. On the other hand, you may decide you want a new layout and the extra expense is worthwhile.

Earthy Appeal

A bathroom with an earthy aesthetic will be more relaxing. You can evoke nature in various ways. For example, use travertine or limestone tiles on the walls and floors. 

You can also pick from many varieties of porcelain tiles that mimic marble, granite, and other stone species. Timber flooring will also add an organic touch to the bathroom, and you can lay ceramic tiles that emulate this natural substance as well.

You might notice that rocks and wood come in muted tones rather than bright reds and blues. Thus, create a calming space by opting for similarly soft colours like tan, sage, sea blue and blush pink.

Maintenance

You should also consider maintenance when planning your bathroom renovation. Large tiles create fewer grout lines, making them easier to clean. Glass shower screens with technology that resists grime will keep cleaning to a minimum, especially compared to shower curtains.

Good ventilation is one of your main weapons against mould and mildew, which thrive on moisture and wet surfaces. A powerful fan will take humid air outside. Additionally, an open window or skylight will let fresh breezes flow into the shower enclosure, thus drying the wall and floor tiles. They'll then encourage less mould.

Functionality

When designing the bathroom, consider its day-to-day functionality. Do you have enough towel racks or hooks so they don't end up on the floor? You may be able to fit a mounted, heated towel ladder, so they're not bunched up in a damp bundle.

You might need two vanity basins and mirrors to allow for more than one person to use the bathroom simultaneously. Also, don't skimp on storage. If you don't have a convenient spot for cosmetics and hair products, they could end up on the counter, creating a cluttered look.

For more information on bathroom renovations, contact a professional near you.