Where to Spend and Where to Save on Your Grand Rapids Bathroom Renovation
Aug 23, 2024
The perfect bathroom renovation doesn’t just transform your space, it fits your budget, too. At HWC, we’ve been helping people create their dream bathrooms since 1985, so we know what upgrades are worth investing in and what will help you make the most of your renovation budget without sacrificing on style.
In this blog, we break down a few of the best ways to save on a bathroom remodel and a few splurges that are absolutely worth upgrading.
Spend: A New Toilet
It’s easy to overlook, but toilets are one place we recommend splurging in your bathroom renovation. If you’re looking for a “quiet luxury” upgrade, choose a new toilet that is tall and has an elongated bowl. Tall and elongated bowl styles are often more comfortable and easy to use, especially for older folks who want to stay in their homes as long as possible.
If you’re looking for a toilet design that’s a little more elevated, a skirted toilet is a great option. Skirted toilets have straight “skirted” sides, rather than the standard profile in which the bowl shape, drain, and bolts are visible. If you like a clean and modern bathroom aesthetic, you’ll love a skirted toilet. Plus, the skirted sides are easier to clean than a standard toilet!
Save: Acrylic Shower Liner
If you’re looking for ways to make the most of your bathroom renovation budget, an acrylic shower surround will help you save without feeling like a compromise. Acrylic shower liners are available in dozens of different styles, install quickly, and are easy to clean and maintain. Tile is a beautiful choice, but if you aren’t interested in the grout maintenance or the cost, an acrylic shower surround is the perfect choice. (And if you’re really looking for ways to make the most of your bathroom budget, consider a One-Day Bath.)
Spend: A New Vanity
Vanities are one place we consistently recommend upgrading, and for good reason. New vanities are often taller and more comfortable to use—especially if this is your primary “get ready” spot. Soft-close drawers add more of that “quiet luxury” experience to your bathroom. And a new vanity helps a bathroom renovation feel cohesive and complete. Plus, there are endless ways to customize your vanity, from a custom top to paint color to hardware, you’ll be glad you went the extra mile.
Save: Flooring
Many bathroom flooring choices come down to choosing between Luxury Vinyl Tiles (LVT) and ceramic or porcelain tiles. We love both for different reasons, but if you want to make the most of your budget, LVT is an incredible choice. They’re durable, resist water, and have a lifetime warranty. Plus, there are also a virtually unlimited number of styles to choose from, making LVT ideal for many people—even those who aren’t trying to stretch their bathroom renovation budget!
Our Team Looks Out for You (and Your Budget) During Renovation Projects
Making the most of your bathroom renovation budget goes beyond just helping you choose between products. We look out for our customers throughout the entire renovation process—no matter what their budget is.
For example, it’s not uncommon to open a wall in an old home and find something you weren’t anticipating. When this type of thing happens, our team always communicates our findings and how the discovery impacts your project. If we need to take more time to fix whatever we discovered, we don’t bill for that additional time. We just get to work to get it done. It’s all part of the high standard of customer service that you can expect when you work with HWC.
HWC Offers Beautiful Bathroom Renovations That Fit Your Budget
HWC is in the business of bringing your dreams for your home to life. We want you to not only have a space that you love, but make the process of getting there as painless as possible—including when it comes to your budget.
To learn more about our process, financing options, or to get a quote for your bathroom renovation project, please reach out to us for more information. We’ll meet you in your home to discuss the changes you want to make and walk you through your options so you can make a renovation plan that you feel great about. These are always no-pressure, and no-obligation conversations. To get started, give us a call at 616-531-6766 or email us using the form on our website. We look forward to speaking with you!