How to Get the Lux Look Without Spending a Fortune

Jacob Evans • May 31, 2024

Imagine how much more enjoyment you would obtain from your home if you could remodel your primary bath? Picture yourself washing away the stresses of the day while sitting in your blue-tooth controlled steam shower or architecturally stunning soaking tub, enjoying your favorite music, cleansing impurities from your body, relaxing, rejuvenating tired muscles or just spending a few minutes of the day all to yourself, devoid of texts, tweets and even the patter of little feet. That’s priceless! 

Almost every homeowner in Pittsburgh, PA who visits our showroom asks how much it costs to remodel a bathroom. Our answer is – it depends. There are numerous factors that affect project cost. Moving walls, electrical, plumbing, other infrastructure items behind walls will add to the price tag. Keeping the existing footprint can lower the cost, but in many cases homeowners in Pittsburgh, PA find that simply replacing what exists is penny wise and dollar foolish because those limitations often will not allow homeowners to achieve their goals or create the space that satisfies their needs. 

We specialize in creating value and helping to assure that budgets are stretched to meet bathroom-remodeling goals. We start with the right layout. New baths not only have to be beautiful; they also need to be functional. 

Labor is the biggest cost of any bathroom renovation and the bottom line on labor is affected by size and shape of the bath and scope of the project. Odd shapes and larger baths will generally be more costly than a conventional sized and shaped bath.   

We also know where the greatest returns on investments are in a remodel. One is to allocate more resources to the products that you will use every day such as the shower system or high-performing tub. Vanities allow you to make a personal and unique design statement.   

Little details make a huge difference. Hardware for your cabinet doors and drawers is comparable to the jewelry you select when going out for a night on the town. It makes a huge difference but does not have to have a Tiffany price tag. You can make a striking statement with the right hardware. 

Lighting provides another opportunity to obtain a lux look without breaking the bank. Lighting is primarily responsible for how your new bath will look and feel. When you compromise the quality of light, you compromise the entire project. Today, lighting technology offers unlimited options to create different moods and feelings every time you use your bath or kitchen. Plus, pendants, chandeliers, under cabinet, in drawer, in cabinet, and well placed in-ceiling lighting offers another opportunity to express your individual style within a defined budget. 

Give us a call at 412-922-1200 to learn more about Jacob Evans Kitchen and Bath.

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