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Do’s & Dont’s of Bathroom Renovations

Dos and Dont’s Every
Homeowner Must Know

A bathroom renovation can be one of your best investments, but it can also be one of the most expensive if not planned well. It may be one of the smallest areas in your house, but there is a lot to consider before remodelling works begin. Avoid costly mistakes with the help of these tips from our team at CMD Bathroom Renovations.

Do consider the hidden costs when making your budget

To be on the safe side experts generally, advise including at least a twenty percent buffer for unexpected costs when budgeting for your bathroom renovation. Some homeowners focus too much on the end product and fail to consider other important aspects of their bathroom remodel project. For example, you might have to deal with outdated plumbing works or from a leak behind your walls. There is also the building works, which could involve demolition jobs, levelling floors, moving doorways, and disposing of waste. It pays to do your homework well so you can make a proper budget for your bathroom renovation.

Don’t get carried away

Know your limits. With all the beautiful taps and fixtures available, you can easily get carried away. Work within your budget and determine if a particular addition would really increase the value for value of your property. If you are planning to sell in the future, consider if you are going to get your money.

You should also think about whether or not your planned design is actually feasible. Experts can advise you more on this.

Do work with bathroom renovation experts

It can be tempting to go DIY, but most remodelling professionals will advise against it. One reason is it can void your insurance policy since most plans do not cover DIY work. Another reason is, if you have little to no experience, installing fixtures the wrong way can end up damaging the pipework. As a result, you could end up with repair costs that far outweigh the renovation budget or your savings.

Don’t forget to inform renovators of any special plans or specifications

If you require a taller shower head or want to adjust the height of the sink, make sure to let your contractors know beforehand or they will follow standard heights and you’d end up paying for modifications. In addition, some modern bathroom fixtures require special installation procedures. For example, recessed cisterns have to be installed before walls are sheeted and tiled. Telling builders what you want ahead of time, clearly communicating your needs can help them in planning how to proceed with your remodel.

Do comply with regulations

Buy products and follow building regulations that meet Australian standards. Make sure that fancy shower head you’ve been eyeing has the Australian Standard WaterMark. Traders are not allowed to install products that don’t carry the certification trademark. Moreover, any work done in your bathroom should abide by local building laws, so check the regulations in your area before making your plans. Finally, don’t forget you need to get waterproofing done. This is one aspect that most Australian homeowners overlook in their bathroom remodelling projects.

Don’t touch the pipework and walls as much as possible

This can significantly minimise costs. But do check and upgrade your old pipework if needed, especially if your house is fitted with galvanised steel lines (popular in the 1960s). These pipelines tend to leach lead and become rusty and flake off as they age. They can also affect water quality and pressure.

Do incorporate mirrors

A popular tip from bathroom renovation specialists is to include mirrors for several reasons. For one, it can give the illusion of more room, making a small area appear more spacious. For another, it can add to the natural lighting, especially when it is facing a window. This is because the incoming light is amplified when it is reflected by the mirror. A better illuminated and seemingly larger toilet and bath are more attractive to future buyers.

Don’t overlook finding an alternative bathroom to use while work is being done

If you don’t have a spare toilet and bath in your home, make arrangements before builders begin any work. Houses of neighbours and family are some alternatives. There is also our Ensuite in Tow service, which includes bringing a portable bathroom to your house. It is clean, hygienic, and comfortable, providing you the ultimate convenience. This way, you have fewer worries and can focus more on turning your toilet and bath into your property’s showpiece with the help of our professional renovation and plumbing services.

If you don’t have a spare toilet and bath in your home, make arrangements before builders begin any work. Houses of neighbours and family are some alternatives. There is also our Ensuite in Tow service, which includes bringing a portable bathroom to your house. It is clean, hygienic, and comfortable, providing you the ultimate convenience. This way, you have fewer worries and can focus more on turning your toilet and bath into your property’s showpiece with the help of our professional renovation and plumbing services.

With the right planning, your bathroom remodelling project can transform a small, damp, and dated space into a luxe, functional, and relaxing area that delivers the wow factor.

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First rate project management from start to finish – every step of the way. The quality of work from each of the tradesman involved was faultless, with the end result being a stunningly finished bathroom. Cameron and his team are very professional and made the whole renovation process quite painless. We couldn’t recommend them highly enough

Jason & Lana Radley

Kilsyth

After 3 – 4 trades people being late and wanting to sell me what they wanted me to have rather than listen to what I wanted in my House I came across CMD Bathrooms – Cameron – he was on time when he came to give me a quote, he listened to what I wanted and gave constructive suggestions. He never said he could not do what I wanted; he understood that it was something I had to live with at least for another 20 years. In the bathrooms he brought his 10-year experience to help me achieve what I wanted.
On the planning and design phases of the project he was more than happy to explain and re explain that was not clear to me, in the execution phase he was more than happy to change minor things to suit my needs, on one occasion he had fitted the incorrect shower head and when I brought this to his attention he said “I will fix it “ no questions asked. Little things like that go a long way.
The timings of the project was over 3 weeks and he was able to get the 2 toilets from demolition to back to frame and completed as advised before commencing the project. The professionalism shown by Cameron and his team was second to none as I was also living in the house at this time. The team was on time and finished and cleaned up as they finished for the day.
Following on from the toilets I have also asked CMD to renovate my laundry powder-room study, replacing of Windows with brickwork.
Having built a good trusting relationship with Cameron I was more than able to give him a key to my house for him and his team to come and work on the house. Have no hesitation in recommending his work and happy for anyone to come and inspect his work if needed. Thank you again Cameron for your help and I am enjoying the good work done by your team.

Yohan

Heathmont

Cameron was incredibly helpful, offering design solutions that improved the natural lighting and addressed my storage concerns. He worked within my budget to deliver a dream bathroom! CMD Bathroom Renovations finished the job on time and there were no surprises on price.

Catherine

Box Hill

We recently had our bathroom renovated by CMD Bathrooms and could not be more happy with the result. Their team gutted the old bathroom and installed the new one within the time specified in the quote. The tradesmen were all polite, professional and punctual and the quality of their work was outstanding. We would highly recommend CMD Bathrooms to anyone considering a bathroom renovation.

Brian and Janet

Chirnside Park

CMD Bathrooms did a fantastic job renovating our two bathrooms. The quality of the work was very impressive as was the professionalism of Cameron and his team. Thanks – I’ll certainly be recommending CMD Bathrooms to our friends and family.

Tim

Surrey Hills

CMD Bathrooms did a fantastic job on our bathroom, toilet & ensuite 10/10 *****! Cam, Ben, Sean and the rest of the team were great, on time, provided excellent advice and also kept us up to date with what was happening next. We could not have asked for anymore.

Paul and Jenny

St Helena

We wanted to say an extremely big thank you for the outstanding job that you and your team have done on our bathroom makeover and renovation. We are just amazed by the result. We also wanted to say what an amazing professional service that you offer. It has been completed in a manner way beyond our expectations. We could not be happier.

Nigel & Linda Watson

Ringwood North

Five-star service and quality of work! Tiling is spectacular – markings between the Italian tiles carefully carried on tile to tile. Prompt attendance for quotes and work. Very easy to deal with and the price was very fair.

Ross Hodgens

Doncaster

When I think of CMD bathrooms I think of how professional they were from start to finish. 
I was very pleased on completion with such high workmanship and detail that was put into our job. 
And the most important thing was they were very flexible with us from day one to finish and was a great price for such great workmanship.
I would definitely use CMD Bathrooms again and pass on to my friends and family. Thank you.

Mark

Chirnside Park

From start to finish, Cameron and his team exceeded our expectations and brought a refreshingly professional and courteous approach to the project. From providing us with a detailed and fully costed quote on the day that he visited us, to sticking to the demanding timetable and price, to working collaboratively with us on various decisions that had to be made, to the excellent craftsmanship and pride that his team showed in their work, to his promptness in responding to our numerous queries and to going that extra mile by attending to some tasks that were outside the scope of his quote without any fuss. Above all, we found Cameron to be very trustworthy and true to his word. For all these reasons I would (as I have already done) recommend Cameron and his team to anyone looking to do a bathroom renovation.

Bill Aspostolou

Cheltenham

After 14 years, our bathroom and en-suite were looking very tired and outdated. Cameron came out and gave us some brilliant ideas and also showed us photos of previous renovations. From day one Cameron and his team were such a pleasure to work with and have in our home. The quality of work is faultless and the final result is beautiful. We love our new bathrooms and would highly recommend CMD Bathrooms without any hesitations.

Mario & Fiorella

Lysterfield

Cameron and his crew of professional tradesmen did an outstanding job renovating our two bathrooms. Their workmanship was outstanding and the finished job more than matched our expectations. His team were always courteous and aware that they were working in a family home and not just a job site. They always cleaned up after every day. They consulted with us whenever they had questions or concerns about the architect’s plans. They provided valuable advice and took pride in the work they were doing. I would highly recommend Cameron and his team to anyone considering a bathroom renovation.

Nik

Bulleen

Would like to thank Cameron and his team at CMD Bathrooms for the quality job they did upgrading my dad’s en-suite to suit his ageing needs. Professional and courteous customer service was apparent from start to finish, with Cameron providing cost effective options that met our needs, supplying a detailed quote, and then completing the job within the timeframe specified. Throughout the process Cameron was easily contactable and small variations were addressed without fuss. I would certainly recommend CMD to those considering bathroom renovations

Mike

Doncaster East

Would like to thank Cameron and his team at CMD Bathrooms for the quality job they did upgrading my dad’s en-suite to suit his ageing needs. Professional and courteous customer service was apparent from start to finish, with Cameron providing cost effective options that met our needs, supplying a detailed quote, and then completing the job within the timeframe specified.

Alan and Janine

Mooroolbark

Thanks again for all your help, you have been a pleasure to work with and I could not be happier with the result. My family is ecstatic and our new bathroom is the room I most want to be in.

From start to finish you were there with support, going the extra mile to make sure the job was finished within your quoted timeframe.

Karen

Mooroolbark

Friendly, punctual and professional are some of the many attributes that Cameron and his team bring to the table. My expectations were exceeded throughout the whole end to end process of renovating my two bathrooms; from consultation to ideas and advice, Cameron operates with integrity, collaboration and efficiency in every aspect of the process.

Sonya

Melbourne

We just wanted to let you know we absolutely love the Reno on our ensuite ! It feels very luxurious to us and the shower is amazing to be in, we feel like we are in a 5-star hotel! Thank you!

Alan and Janine

Mooroolbark
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