subject: Bathroom Improvements Will Help Retain Home Value [print this page] Everyone's bathroom needs some attention occasionally, and these bathroom improvements not only can be fun, they can be done by you for little money, little effort, and plenty of rewards when the project is over. Ordinary tools and maybe a friend to give you a hand is just about all you need.
A common improvement that can be done in only a few hours is just to upgrade the sink and the faucet. A bright new sink and faucet can improve any bathroom. Don't think you can do it? Of course you can. Everything comes with instructions. And there are many outstanding how to books and magazines available with information and pictures to follow.
Faucets are easier than they seem; no need to call an expensive plumber. Actually, a plumber's bill to install a simple faucet can easily cost more than price of the faucet!
If your vanity does need some upgrading, you have choices. Many times a simple coat of glossy paint will completely change its look. Cabinet doors can be painted, and new handles and hardware can be added as well.
If painting isn't an option, or if you really want to upgrade from perhaps formica to tile, this can be done very affordable, too. Try local outlet centers and look for odd pieces that may have a tiny flaw, and check with local home improvement stores for their overstock section and ask about orders that were never picked up. If you are going to install a new vanity, install the sink and faucet after.
Walls can easily be painted. Even ceramic tile can be painted! No need to go through the expense of taking down tile just because you don't like the color. If dirty grout is a problem, painting over everything gives the walls an entirely new, clean look. Choose a good quality paint that is washable.
