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a plan









                   Like any complicated project, it’s always best to start with a plan.
                   You don’t have to have all your ideas figured out—you just need to
                   decide on some basic parameters around things like your bathroom’s
                   size, usage, style and budget.

                   The following will help you and your family get your ideas, preferences and
                   expectations down on paper to make decision making far easier!


                   1.   Use of your bathroom; how you plan to use your   5.   How big is your bathroom?
                      bathroom will help you choose the right fixtures.
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                       High-traffic area – look for high-quality fixtures
                         in basic designs
                                                                 6.   Set your budget; the first step is always to get
                       Luxury retreat – splurge on a few key high-end   a quote from a plumber—they’re generally happy
                         items                                      to do that for free. Note down what you think
                                                                    you have to spend.
                       Low-use guest bathroom – choose simple,
                         timeless fixtures                       Basic bathrooms, no changes to pipes and waste
                       Rental/do up for sale – choose cost effective   $
                         options in fashion-forward designs
                                                                 Tiling shower ($5-6k)
                    2.   Design style; choose yours.             $

                         Classic              Modern             Add more for luxury features and fixtures
                         Edgy                 Cottage            $

                   3.    Finish; choose the look you’d prefer in your
                      tapware and fixtures.                      7.   What heating and ventilation will you need?

                         Silver               White                    Wall mounted heater      Extractor fan

                         Brass                Wood look                Heat lamp             Underfloor heating
                         Chrome               Stone                    Heated towel rail

                         Brushed steel        Black
                   4.   Define your water pressure.

                         Mains pressure       Low/unequal pressure
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