If you're building or remodeling your home, the bathroom is one space you can't afford to overlook. Bearing in mind how much time you spend in this room, you absolutely want that space to be practical and functional but also a nice place for relaxation.

While making a decision about bathroom renovations, remember that in most recent years homeowners were able to recoup approximately 85% of their costs upon sale of their home while dramatically improving the chances to sell it quickly .

 Here at ARC Construction, we will work with you to create the bath of your dreams!

Things to think about when you are deciding on a bathroom remodel.

How many people will be using the bathroom - If a family shares one bathroom it may be a good idea to have a separate area for the toilet and shower so that someone can be showering while another person uses the mirror and vanity.

Do you wish to keep the same layout of the bathroom? - In this case we advise to purchase items that are about the same size and shape as the existing dated ones.

Tub, shower, toilet, sink – You need to decide if you would like to keep the standard tub/toilet/sink originally installed or you will go for a new whirlpool tub, a new toilet with pressure-assisted flush mechanisms or just a new water-saver toilet, an under-mount sink. And don't forget think about the color.

Tiles - Tiling a bathroom can create a clean and tidy environment, which is easily maintained. There are many different approaches you can take to tiling your bathroom, from simple measures of splash backs against the bath, sink and shower, to part or full tiles. There are wide ranges of tile sizes and designs, along with a variety of colored grout that can add a different feel to the total look of your bathroom. 

Counter top – There are different options that you can choose from: Granite, Formica, Tiles.

Replacing fixtures - your suite may be fine, but a change to the taps and cistern handle may give your bathroom a new lease of life, along with a general decoration.

Lighting - Do you want task lighting at every functional area or general lighting throughout the bathroom?

Storage - your family bathroom can accumulate a large amount of clutter. Whether wishing to store cleaning materials, medicines, children’s bathroom toys or your toiletries, there are various options available to you. A medicine cabinet that can be locked is an ideal storage item for these childfree items, while a bathroom vanity cabinet can hide many of the bathroom toiletries.

Ventilation - in the majority of bathrooms, we have windows, which allow for natural ventilation, however where there is no ventilation we need to install an extractor fan.

And don't forget about the nice things to have: fog free mirrors, a warming bathroom floor and warming towel rods.

Please remember to make arrangements for an extra facility to use while the bathroom remodeling is in progress.