Bathroom Updates Before Selling Your Home That Can Raise The Value

Besides the kitchen, the next most used room in any home is its bathrooms, according to some experts and that’s why they should look their best when selling.

Since it’s a seller’s market in many neighborhoods throughout the country presently, it’s a good idea to make sure all your bathrooms are updated to impress potential buyers.

Keep in mind that if a buyer sees a bathroom that looks like it needs an update or major upgrade to bring it into 2021, the home, in general, isn’t going to be so appealing.

But have no fear, today, there are all kinds of bathroom amenities that can be added to a boring bathroom from vibrant colors to turning it into a truly spa-like experience.

So, before you list your home here are some good bathroom improvements and bathroom updates to help you get what your home is worth and make potential buyers fall in love.

Spa-like

Since homeowners consider their bathrooms to be a private sanctuary, do make it special.

For example, a spa-like bathroom can be a real escape from the daily grind and can be revamped to go beyond just a room to take shower or a place to primp for work.

Think about adding a whirlpool, towel warmer, or even a steam shower to make it extraordinary. These are all amenities that can turn a plain bath into a retreat for relaxation and gathering thoughts after a grueling day at work.

Color Matters

Color can affect one’s overall outlook, feelings, and mood. When beginning a re-design, go with colors and materials that are calming may be white or beige. Avoid bold colors in a bathroom which can make it feel smaller and closed in.

Instead, go with the above for a clean and subtle overall appeal. Keep in mind that brighter colors can be added through accent tiles and accessories.

Create Calm

Also, creating a calming environment can be accomplished through strategic lighting and sound. Task lighting can be installed for the shower and mirror areas while ambient lighting is good for relaxing in the bath and listening to music.

Sound can also be soothing, whether its pop music playing or the sounds of nature, a small stereo system can be installed. Or music can often be piped in through the home's main system.

Try thinking outside of the typical bathroom, too. For example, if you want to go all out when creating a calming environment heat the flooring underneath to keep the chill out when stepping out of the shower or tub.

Special Sinks

Don’t forget another major area of the bath; the section where teeth are brushed, and hands are washed repeatedly in this time of COVID-19.

Consider installing a state-of-the-art sink a vessel-shaped design, wall-mount, or cast-iron sink with a cascading veil. Sink areas become the center of the bath so make sure they look appealing to a potential buyer since they are used daily.

If you’re set on going all out in one of your home’s baths before selling and want it to look like a spa or sanctuary, it’s best to hire a professional to help. These are rooms that you want to look their best so buyers will fall in love with them when they tour your home.

New Hardware and Accessories

If you don’t want to do a major rehaul of your baths, installing new hinges and hardware as well as other accessories can give bathrooms a quick facelift.

Changing out hardware including light fixtures, towel racks, and towel bars as well as cabinet pulls and sink fixtures can change things up fast. Keep in mind if you’re updating all the hardware, to make sure everything matches.

For instance, faucets, doorknobs, and shower frames should all be in sync without clashing with one another.

Mirrors

Another quick redux that doesn’t cost a lot of money is to switch out a framed mirror or frame the existing one for a fresher look.

Just framing the mirror above a bathroom sink can be an instant boost in design and be inexpensive.

Replace or Paint Vanity

If you can’t afford a new vanity you can always paint the cabinets with high-gloss white paint to make them look bright and new.

For the vanity countertop, choose a high-quality stone like quartz or granite for a nice look and add a new medicine cabinet above the vanity as a final addition.

Update Flooring

Get rid of scuffed-up vinyl, and chipped tile for new flooring to bring any bathroom up to date. Also, bathroom tile is an easy project if you’re a DIYer, or you can hire a contractor to reinstall something new.

Install New Light Fixtures

Change out old bathroom light fixtures that have gathered dust and been up there forever for more sophisticated light fixtures that you can find at any lighting or home improvement store.

More Space

If you have the cash make the shower larger in the master bathroom or if take space from another room to expand the bathroom. Even re-inventing a small closet can make a significant difference and offer more space and more storage.

Brighten it Up

Remove and replace big, bold patterns with clean neutrals in all bathrooms as a blank palate will be more appealing to potential buyers. Paint everything white and you’ll be better off than with loud colors and busy wallpapers.

Redoing one or several bathrooms may sound like a big project and a costly one, but it doesn't have to be. If you don’t want to spend a fortune by hiring a professional decorator, designer, or contractor you can simply do a few of the above suggestions yourself.

Have fun, make it a weekend project!

Remember bathrooms are utilized a lot so make them pretty, comfortable, and modern and you will be surprised how many potential buyers will comment on how lovely they are.

When you are ready to put your home on the market and put a for-sale sign on the front lawn, do contact a professional Virginia Realtor to help you through the home selling process.