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Bathroom renovations can add value to your home and give you a sense of satisfaction. However, there are common mistakes that can easily derail your project. Here are six things to avoid when renovating your bathroom.

1. Not planning or budgeting
   To ensure a successful renovation, it's important to plan and budget properly. Make a list of the items you need, their cost, and prioritise them. Be prepared to remove low priority items if you go over budget. Also, make sure to add extra padding to your budget for unexpected costs.

2. Doing it yourself
   Unless you have experience in plumbing, electrical, drywalling, and tiling, it's faster and possibly cheaper to hire experts. Faulty plumbing or electrical mishaps can cause all sorts of problems and potentially damage your home.

3. Ignoring moisture
   Bathrooms are exposed to a lot of moisture, so it's important to use materials that can withstand these conditions. Water can seep everywhere, especially through poorly applied, low-quality grout around the bathtub. Make sure your bathroom is properly ventilated to prevent mould growth.

4. Forgetting lighting and electrical outlets
   Water and electricity are a dangerous mix, so a certified electrician is a must for rewiring the bathroom. Good lighting makes the room look bigger, is better for cleaning, and makes personal grooming easier. Ensure that electrical outlets are placed for maximum convenience.

5. Wasting storage space
   Storage is essential in a bathroom. Consider installing vanities or modified dressers to capture easy-to-use storage space for towels, appliances, cleaning solutions, and personal items. Also, look at your walls and consider adding clever storage such as creative shelving.

6. Following trends blindly
   Trends come and go so it's important to choose timeless and neutral tones for expensive items. Save trendy accessories and less expensive options to modernise your bathroom from time to time. Avoid falling into the trap of following the latest trends blindly, as they may quickly become outdated and expensive to replace.

Avoiding these mistakes will help you create a functional, beautiful, and lasting bathroom renovation. Remember to plan, budget, and hire experts when needed to ensure your project is a success.

Source: Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver

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