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Whenever it involves remodeling or renovating the house, adding a new feature, creating a new look etc. the best way to save money when renovating starts at planning. Knowing exactly what is needed, and what the final appearance of the bathroom would be is an excellent starting point to save money when renovating. If the plan is well laid out with all the little detail and additional features that has to be included, not only will mistakes be avoided, items like fixtures, accessories, plumbing details to mention a few, will be prepared in advance and replacements/switching from an item to another will be better controlled. That said, here tips to save money when renovating the bathroom. • When drawing up the plan, avoid as much as possible the relocation of plumbing, ventilating fan, the toilet and the drain. To save money when renovating, build following the old lines. A point to remember is that relocating these connections could mean tearing down walls and rerouting that will add so much to the cost of labor. If the bathroom is to be larger, consider first going in or up to save money when renovating rather than out and avoid removing outer walls. • If the bathroom is to have a new look, you could save money when renovating if instead of taking out the tub, you have it recoated. If tiles must be changed, choose the larger variety with simpler patterns. This will again add savings on labor. Likewise, avoid switching the tub area to a walk in shower area. • When the plan is laid out well from the start, you will also avoid the changing of orders that could save you unwanted extra charges. • If relocating the plumbing cannot be avoided, consult beforehand with your contractor regarding a better efficiency for the new set up and always balance the cost against the benefits that you will get. • Whenever possible, use stock items. Using stock rather than custom and handmade components is one major area where you can save big. • As much as possible, avoid changing the location of windows, digging a new foundation and installation of multiple electrical component fixtures to save money when renovating. • To save money when renovating, use white porcelain whenever possible. The use of white porcelain has worked very well for with any bathroom interior and motif. Since white porcelain is also popular, finding accessories for your bathroom will be easier and deciding on replacement of designs of accessories and decor when needed could also be faster. Brushed nickel and chrome for fixtures and faucets also go well with most bathroom types.
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