A remodel on any room can start out as a small job hoping to just touch up a few things and quickly turn into something huge. At the same time, bathroom repairs such as tile repairs and replacements or repairing shower doors can turn into a full on remodel as well. When you realize you need significant repairs or replacements, it can be a good idea to turn it into a whole bathroom remodel and create something that's functional and fashionable. Decide on your bathroom repairs as you plan this remodel, keeping in mind that replacements may be more prudent as you're creating a new space.
Tiles And Floors
Tiles and floors are not the same thing when it comes to bathroom repairs. Tiles can line the walls of the entire room, the sinks or counters, and the shower walls and floors. As you plan the tile repairs and replacements, think about how you want to the bathroom to look and if it is more practical to add tile to places that didn't previously have it. Have your tiles been easy to clean? Are you planning to choose tiles that are easy to clean to replace the old ones? Do you have children that could slip and fall more easily if there is more tile in the bathroom? These are easy questions to answer that will help you decide on tile repairs and replacements.
Showers And Other Functional Items
What kind of shower do you currently have and do you like how it works and the way you use it on a regular basis? Some homes function better when there is a bathtub/shower combo with a sliding door and other people do better with a shower stall that has a swinging door. If you are planning on repairing shower doors, think about these ideas and if you'd rather replace the entire shower. Perhaps you'd like an upgrade to a steam shower, a walk in tub, or a larger stall or bathtub. You may choose to simply go ahead and repair the shower door only but take a moment to decide if this is what you really want before you stick with just the door. A whole new shower or bathtub might be something you enjoy immensely.
Fitting It All Into Your Budget
Of course not everyone has the budget to go beyond simple bathroom repairs and make it a complete remodel and you don't actually have to rip out everything you have to replace with new to change the room. Your tile repairs and replacements and ideas for repairing shower doors can work as your entire remodel. A few simple bathroom repairs, a nice new rug and shower mat, and you can make your bathroom look completely new. Decide on your bathroom repairs and then decide if they're immediately necessary or if you'd like to save for a full remodel. With a bit of creativity, you can create the space you love.