Are you looking at the possibility of starting a bathroom remodeling project in your home? If so, it is important that you have a guide or plan in place so that you can keep your project on track in regards to time and budget as close as possible. Of course, there can and usually are unexpected aspects of each bathroom remodeling project, but the more organized you are the better the chance of minimizing those unexpected parts.

Two of your biggest steps in planning for your bathroom remdoel or any home improvement project whether it be remodeling or flooring, will be choosing the right remodeling contractor and setting a realistic budget.

In a recent blog post, I have already covered the aspect of choosing the right contractor or company, so if you have not already read it, please click on this link: http://floorbarn.com/2012/09/11/how-to-best-avoid-hiring-a-bad-contractor/

How much should you spend on your master bathroom? A rule of thumb is that the total project—including materials and installation—should cost no more than 5 to 10 percent of your home’s value. The National Kitchen & Bath Association puts the national average at about $16,000. Another guide is Remodeling Magazine's Cost vs. Value report, which compares the average cost of various renovation projects with the value they retain at resale. In 2011-2012, mid-range bathroom remodels cost an average of $16,552 and recouped 62 percent, while upscale bathroom remodels cost an average of $52,249 and recouped 56 percent. Here’s how the NKBA breaks down the budget for a typical bathroom remodel:                               

Labor: 20 percent
Cabinetry and hardware: 16 percent
Fixtures: 15 percent
Faucets and plumbing: 14 percent
Countertop: 7 percent
Floor: 9 percent
Doors and windows: 4 percent
Walls and ceiling: 5 percent
Lighting and ventilation: 5 percent
Design fees: 4 percent
Other: 1 percent

For information on following a bathroom remodeling guide, view this article:
http://homes.yahoo.com/news/bathroom-remodeling-guide–trends-and-costs.html

Brian Heltzel

The Floor Barn

Burleson, TX

http://www.floorbarn.com

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