The bathroom is increasingly becoming a place to escape, relax and unwind after a long day. Keeping this in mind when trying to sell your house can help you decide what you need to change in order to facilitate a sale. The bathroom should be an inviting, comfortable place where people will feel pampered.
- Let there be light
Walking into a bathroom should feel like entering your own personal oasis. It should be an open, bright and airy space, not a poorly lit dungeon. Brighter bulbs and vanity lights can really spruce things up, and light fixtures affects the vibe. Recessed lighting in the ceiling over the tub, for example, enhances the bathing and shower experience. Lighting can also be improved with energy-saving, natural light from skylights and windows. Installing a uniquely shaped window, such as oval, makes your bathroom seem unique.
Light fixtures can run $50 –$150, but they increase the value of your home by thousands of dollars. Skylights and windows are a bit pricier. Windows can cost up to $400, while skylights can go for $1000 or more. However, this cost is small compared to how much more your home will be worth with a well-lit bathroom.
- Soak in luxury
While the Jacuzzi was once considered the masterpiece of the bathroom, the modern trend is rapidly swaying toward the quieter and more peaceful experience of a soaking tub. A soaking tub offers the perfect way to decompress, relieve stress and spend some quality alone time. Whether it’s oval or square, copper or porcelain, a soaking tub will leave a potential buyer feeling like they could own a bathroom forged in pure luxury.
One advantage the soaking tub has over the Jacuzzi is price. While a Jacuzzi could set you back $5000, a soaking tub can be installed for under $2000. The fact that’s it’s currently in style actually saves you money and significantly increases the value of your home.
- Add new color and tile
Creative use of color and tile design adds an instant visual appeal. You might go for light pastels or calming natural colors that enhance the feeling of a cozy, personal space in the bathroom. You can offset the light colors with brightly colored cabinets and shower curtains. The best part is, if you paint the bathroom yourself, you can increase your home value for the price of a can of paint.
Changing your tiles can also do wonders for the look and feel of your bathroom. Ocean-colored textured tiles create the illusion that your bathroom is larger than it really is. The tiles don’t have to cost a fortune, either. Glass tiles, for example, are relatively inexpensive, but make the room look classy and spacious. If you install them yourself, you can create a visually stunning tile floor for around $100.
Making the extra effort so that your bathroom stands out will be invaluable when you’re selling your home. Even subtle, inexpensive improvements work wonders and lure buyers. Clever remodeling can quickly transform your bathroom from ordinary to lavish, and add value to your home that may more than double the cost of labor.
