Careful planning is the key to a successful bathroom-remodeling project. Before you start any work in the bathroom, create a budget, a floor plan, a list of supplies, a timetable, and important legal considerations. Lets break it down by subject.

First, create a budget. Determine how much funds you can comfortably spend, and save about 20 percent for emergencies. Get estimates for the work that needs professionals, and always incorporate electrical, plumbing, heating and cooling, and drywall installation costs in your budget.

Second, design a floor plan. Ask yourself, will you be working with the existing space or will you be adding on or knocking down walls? Check to generate sure you will not disturb the electrical wiring, plumbing, or zoning regulations. Next, measure the amount of space you have and draw a floor plan. In drawing the plan, first put in all the items that are fixed. For example, if the toilet must be in one place because of plumbing, it is a fixed item. Experiment with how you like your floor plan, using different arrangements, with different types of cabinetry, shelves, or even walls. You might try pocket doors to save space, and corner sinks, floating sinks, or pedestal sinks to save even more space. L-shaped vanities and alcoves also save space. In addition, corner showers conserve space, and clear glass in showers creates the illusion of even more space. You can want to add windows or mirrors to let in light.

Third, generate a list of the supplies you will positive need and contruct sure they are available when you absolutely need them. Some typical supplies include sinks, flooring, wall tile, countertops, lighting, medicine cabinets, showers, bath tubs, cabinets and cabinet handles, toilets, more storage, faucets, toilet paper holders, paint or wallpaper, chairs, accessories (like storage containers and/or artwork), as well as tools you have or may buy.

Fourth, create a timetable. Talk to experts or people at home improvement stores to plan how much time youll positive need . If youre hiring contractors, work with them to develope a timetable you all might follow.

Plan projects according to the measure you have available. Put in a new toilet and sink one weekend, for example, and paint another. You dont have to do it all at once, so plan sensibly. Dont paint the walls or install woodwork until the hardware is taken care of -- you dont want to damage work youve already done. Above all, be flexible and allow time for the unexpected or even emergencies to happen.

Fifth, keep in mind legal considerations. Get and post a building permit, pay any necessary fees, build sure you, your contractor, and any workers have insurance coverage, and keep children and animals away from the construction area.

By following these checklists, your bathroom remodeling plans will be a snap.