Step 1: Idea Generation:
– Do you start from scratch or keep certain existing elements?
-What are your constraints? (typical constraints: cost, space, location of existing fixtures and windows)
-What are your must haves? Is it a double sink vanity or a curb less shower? Heated floors?
-Set the absolute maximum that you are willing to spend on this project.
Step 2: Basic Layout Plan
Create a basic layout plan. This could be as simple as making a diagram, of the desired locations of your bathroom elements, on a piece of paper.
Step 3: Product Selection
Choose the essential elements that will go into your bathroom. What type vanity, toilet, lighting options, plumbing fixtures, flooring options, shower drain, shower door options, type of bathtub, bathroom fan, mirror type, paint colour. A trip to a local hardware store or a model home could help with this task.
At this point you might choose to enlist the services of a decorator, contractor, interior designer to help with the selection process, as well as the labour cost of your desired renovation.
Step 4: Finalizing The Layout Plan
Once all your must haves and materials are selected. It is now time to put it all together. This should give you a good idea of what your new bathroom will look like.
Step 5: Pre Implementation
Once the design and cost of your project is complete. It is time to figure out the timeline. If you’re now working with your chosen renovation specialist. You can choose the start date and figure out how to prepare for the reno process. Some typical concerns are, how noisy will it get? Will there be a lot of dust? Do we have to be home at all times during the renovation? Will I have running water? You contractor should give have a clear answer for all of your questions.
Step 6: Implementation
Typical step by step order of a bathroom renovation:
-Demolition of the existing structure
-Rough framing(if required), Tub placement
-Pluming and Electrical rough ins
-Fixing drywall/ New drywall installation
-Painting Ceiling and Priming walls
-Water proofing shower area
-Shower base and drain installation
-Tile installation(wall, shower base, flooring)
-Placement and securing of vanity and trim work
-Hooking up plumbing fixtures by a licensed plumber
-Installation of lighting fixtures by a licensed electrician
-Paint final coat, caulking and touchups
-Shower doors and Mirror installation
-Final inspection and Reveal
Step 7: Post Completion Phase
During this time you are hopefully enjoying the benefits of your well implemented bathroom upgrade. Keep an eye out, to make sure everything is functioning property. Water should be draining well and not pooling anywhere in the shower. No leaks or unfamiliar noises. If you have any concerns contact your renovator for an explanation and remedy.
