As homeowners, we tend to take our bathrooms for granted. They’re perhaps the room with the most utility of all – we can live without a dedicated kitchen, a living room, or even a bedroom, but a bathroom is essential for general hygiene and day-to-day living.
For this reason, when having your bathroom spaces repaired or renovated, can be a drag, especially if you only have one functional room in the household. Maybe you have an en-suite with a toilet and sink to help you in the meantime, or maybe you own an apartment with one bathroom and no alternative.
Either way, you have to adjust. Dealing with that inconvenience, as short-lived as it will be with reliable plumbing services, is key. After all, you can use a portable hot plate or slow cooker if your oven doesn’t work, but there are few alternatives to general bathroom use.
In this post, we’ll discuss a few measures you can use to help deal with the inconvenience of bathroom renovations so you can plan:
Plan For Bathroom Visits
Of course, bathrooms are essential for obvious reasons. That’s why it’s important to make a plan for where you’ll be taking care of your most essential bathroom needs. Maybe you can use a half-bath or en-suite if you have one. Or perhaps you can work out an arrangement with a friend, family member or even neighbour you’re close with to borrow their facilities temporarily for a few days – making sure you provide the courtesy in return if they renovate. Just be sure to communicate your schedule clearly so there aren’t any awkward bathroom clashes – sure this can be easier said than done, but it helps.
Shower Elsewhere If You Can
Finding another shower for a few days can beat washing yourself out of a sink with hot water, though of course, historically speaking this is hardly that out of the norm. Your options could be the gym, a relative’s house, or even a hotel if you’re really in a pinch and need a room for the night. This takes a bit more effort than just hopping in your shower, but it’s worth it to maintain your hygiene during the renovation process because you still have to live as you usually do. Also don’t forget that those gym or hotel showers might not have all the comforts of your bathroom, so pack any necessary toiletries you could need.
Manage Construction Dust & Logistics Of A Smaller Room
Bathrooms get messy, because they’re often smaller than the rest of the rooms in the house, meaning there’s a higher density of dust and debris in that space. So do what you can to keep the space as clean and tidy as possible to protect the rest of the house. This may mean using drop cloths, sealing off vents, and wiping down surfaces outside when you can. Also keep in mind that with a smaller bathroom, you may need to provide clear access routes so contractors can easily bring in fixtures like new sinks or bathtubs. It may be a tight fit, but planning and moving furniture in advance is a great alternative.
With this advice, you’ll be sure to deal with the inconvenience of bathroom renovations properly.
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