Looking for a “game changer” asset when it comes to selling your home? According to Trulia.com, updated master bathrooms can dramatically increase the value of your home. No worries if you’re short on time and budget – House Dressingshas got those just-right tips to win approving nods from buyers without all the remodel stress for you.
Houzz.com says the best “bang for your buck updates” include great options like painting walls and cabinets, replacing leaking and worn plumbing fixtures, updating cabinet hardware, installing new light fixtures and adding trending towel hooks. In higher priced homes, it’s also worth considering a change to the flooring tile (large white tiles always make a bathroom feel more spacious and contemporary), replacing shower glass and investing in new countertops.
Here's a peekat some of House Dressingsfavorite emerging trendsfor bathroom updates:
Cabinets - natural wood cabinetry, pop of color cabinetry - (i.e. – soft grays and blues are popular - and so are dark blues). White cabinets are still a staple trend in bathrooms, creating a calming, relaxing environment.
Hardware - GOLD is in, as well as black modern hardware. Simple, sleek and modern shapes are on trend.
Color palette - soft neutrals with pops of color or texture (as seen on cabinets, countertops, flooring, etc.). For walls, we love Sherwin Williams Agreeable Gray. For cabinets, how about a fun gray green like Sherwin Williams Acacia Haze?
Freestanding tubs and showers - different shapes, materials and even colors. So nice to relax in after a long day, freestanding tubs add an architectural design element to the space and are sure to catch potential buyers’ attention.
Statement light fixtures over tubs - adding this to a bathroom creates a spa-like luxurious feel and can also encourage the sense of added value. Be sure to check with your electrician regarding current codes.
Zones – more is more! You can create mini “zones” in your bathroom and maximize appeal by using a glassed off shower area, a textured wall, statement wallpaper, large mirrors, or a linen cabinet painted to match the wall color in contrast to your vanity cabinets.
Once you’ve successfully made those “right-sized” updates based on your home’s price and market, how about a few finish styling strokes that will get those buyers to pull out their pens and make you an offer?!
HD stress-free styling for bathrooms:
Baskets! Baskets! Baskets! Large or small, for rolled up towels and plants. Wooden ladders for hanging your towels are popular, too, adding great vertical interest to the space.
Fresh or trending artificial plants sitting on countertops, a small garden stool next to a tub, or on a window ledge can all give some extra “life” to the bathroom.
Artwork - simple abstracts or water scenes are our favorites!
Try a bathtub book holder or caddy tray – it’s a great accessory to create that spa-like feel for stressed buyers.
Rugs – either a trending colorful or neutral style depending on your color palette and vibe. And don’t go too small – how about a runner in front of that fancy tub?
Suds it up with soap dispensers and/or bars of soap displayed with decorative hand towels on accent trays or baskets.
