Categories: bathroom remodeling

5 Bathroom Features Worth Splurging On

Planning a bathroom remodel requires keeping an eye on your budget as you add features, from floor tiles to ceiling fixtures. If you happen to end up with some headroom, consider splurging on the following features, as recommended by your local remodelers at Granite Works.

  1. Granite countertops. Granite is one of the most desirable countertop materials because it’s durable, easy to clean and maintain, and can withstand daily use. As a naturally-sourced material, granite countertops usually cost more than manufactured ones and will require resealing, but the benefits make them a worthwhile investment. No two granite slabs are alike, which makes each granite countertop a truly unique piece.
  2. Wall-mounted fixtures. Switching to wall-mounted sinks and toilets can free up a lot of floor space and make it easier to clean. While the fixtures themselves are in the same price range as their standard, floor-mounted counterparts, changes to the plumbing will incur additional labor costs.
  3. Tiles for focus areas. While a singular kind of tile is perfectly fine for a baseline bathroom design, you’ll want to splurge on tiles to match your granite countertops, as well as add visual interest to focus areas like the shower or backsplash. Intricate designs or differently-textured tiles can create contrast and highlight these areas.
  4. Safety and accessibility features. Whether you’ve decided that your home is your forever home,  or if you simply want to boost your home’s value, you can’t go wrong with splurging on safety and accessibility features. A curbless shower, walk-in tub and grab bars are great investments that you will find useful in your later years — or even now, if you’re caring for a loved one with accessibility limitations.
  5. Floor heating. If you’ve dreaded getting in the morning because of your cold bathroom floor, a remodel is a great opportunity to add radiant heating to it. The best part about a heated bathroom floor is its efficiency: since heat naturally rises, it also heats the entire bathroom, ensuring even heating without relying on your whole-home heating system.

Get the most out of your bathroom remodel without compromising on quality with our cheap granite countertops. Learn more by calling Granite Works at (301) 640-5010. You can also fill out our contact form to schedule a consultation. We serve communities in Washington, DC, and Maryland.

Granite Works

Granite Works is a premier granite fabrication and installation company. Serving homeowners, kitchen and bath designers, remodeling contractors, and custom home builders. We are your one-stop shop for granite countertops in Maryland, DC and Northern Virginia.

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