Planning a new bathroom can be an exciting but daunting task. Engaging a professional to create a layout and renders before starting the work can make a significant difference and save you a lot of headaches along the way. Here are four compelling reasons why this step is essential:
1. Accurate Quotations from Tradespeople
Layouts, floorplans and 3D images (or renders as we call them here at Toolbox) provide a detailed plan that tradespeople can reference, ensuring you receive accurate quotations. This clarity helps avoid unexpected costs and keeps your project within budget. For instance, knowing the exact placement and dimensions of fixtures allows plumbers and electricians to give precise quotes without inflating prices for unforeseen complications. It’s also helpful to know that the quotes you’re getting back are for the same thing so it’s easier to compare.
2. Spotting Potential Circulation Problems
Seeing everything laid out can identify potential issues with the flow and circulation within the space. A well-thought-out layout ensures that your bathroom is not only beautiful but also functional and easy to navigate. For example, without a proper layout, you might place a door in a spot that obstructs a crucial area, making the bathroom feel cramped and uncomfortable.
3. Deciding on Tiling Patterns and Placement
With detailed renders, you can visualise where tiling will go and in what patterns you prefer it. This pre-emptive decision-making allows for precise execution and ensures that your design vision is realised perfectly. Imagine planning for a mosaic feature wall and realising during installation that it conflicts with plumbing locations or doesn't align with other design elements. As part of the Toolbox process, we also use these designs to work out accurate quantities of the tiles that you’ll need for your renovation.
4. Avoiding Miscommunication
A professional layout and renders eliminate miscommunication between you and your tradespeople. Clear visuals and detailed plans ensure everyone is on the same page, reducing the risk of mistakes and misunderstandings. For example, you might envision a modern, minimalist look, but without clear plans, your tradesperson might install more traditional fixtures, leading to dissatisfaction and additional costs for corrections.
Conclusion
At Toolbox, we know how crucial these images and layouts are to a successful and stress-free renovation. So much so, that we provide and completely free design service as standard. We’re here to empower, you, the consumer to get the bathroom you’re dreaming of. Have an expert by your side and start your Toolbox journey today!
