Bathroom Remodeling
Bathroom remodeling is the most requested project after a kitchen renovation.
Not only is it a small space, but it’s also the second most expensive room to remodel in the house.
After the shock has worn off, the next commonly asked question we hear is, what are the latest design trends? If you’re going to invest in the remodel, you want to make sure it looks amazing, right?
Below is the latest 2024 design trends list for small bathrooms, Jack n Jill bathrooms, master bathrooms, showers, tubs, tiles and fixtures. In addition to the average cost of the remodel and time to complete the project.
Popular Houston Bathrooms Trends for 2024
As a bath remodeling contractor some trends are short lived and others stand the test of time.
Popular Bathroom Tile Ideas
- Porcelain tile is the popular choice because it’s durable material for bathrooms. It’s resistant to water, scratches, stains, low maintenance, and comes in a variety of styles.
- Large tiles in showers and floors are the trend, less grout lines and easier to clean.
- Shower walls trends-rectangle tile sizes 6×12, 12×24, 24×48 or square 18×18.
- Glass mosaic tile accent borders for shower walls are hot.
- Mosaic porcelain tiles on concrete shower floors.
What are mosaic tiles?
Mosaic tiles are designs made of small pieces of stone, held together by a meshing backing. The most requested mosaic tiles are glass, porcelain, pebbles, travertine and marble. They come on a 12×12 sheet (sometimes smaller). They’re available in a variety of styles, patterns, shapes and colors.
Small Bathroom Remodel- 2nd bath Common sizes 5×7 or 5×8
Average cost for Houston homeowners to update the space, make it modern and functional is $9,000-10,000. This is (not custom) basically replacing the a toilet, vanity, light fixture and tile with builder grade materials.
Small Bathroom Remodel Ideas- $12,000-15,000 Budget
- Replace bathtub and drain.
- Shower wall tile installation with built in shampoo niche.
- Bathroom flooring tile.
- Painting- walls and baseboards.
- New vanity or paint existing cabinet.
- Granite or quartz countertop.
- New sink- white ceramic round or rectangle.
- New toilet- dual flush push button or single flush.
- New vanity lighting- 3 light vanity bar.
- New sink faucet- single handle or 2- handle.
- Mirror- trim mirror with wood or mosaic tile or buy a new mirror.
- New shower head- handheld, high pressure or 2 in 1 combos.
How long to remodel small bathroom? 10 Days
Popular bathroom remodeling services
Shower and tub remodel
Due to many homeowners busy lifestyle, showers are more popular than tubs.
The most request shower and tub services:Walk-in shower and tub to shower conversion
Soaker and clawfoot tub remodel
Dual, rain head and handheld shower heads
Frameless shower door
Shampoo niche and shower seat
Countertop and sinks
Countertops with no grout lines for easy cleaning are hot. White sinks are still the most popular color installed.
The most requested countertops and sinks:Quartz countertop
Granite countertop
White porcelain rectangle undermount sink
White vessel and bowl sinks
Color glass bowl sink
Flooring installation
Large porcelain tiles are the most popular bath flooring choice. It makes the space look larger and has less grout lines.
Other common flooring choices:Ceramic tile
Pattern 8x8 tiles
Luxury vinyl plank
Mosaic classic design tiles
Drywall and painting
Changing the paint color updates the makes the space more modern.
Popular requested services:Changing paint color
Changing sheen from gloss to satin/eggshellRepairing damaged drywall
Updating drywall texture to a modern pattern
Additional remodeling services
Kitchen remodeling
Quartz kitchen countertop islands are still popular today.
Especially counter height islands. They’re the same height as a kitchen table with a larger prep area.
The lower height makes them a hot item for families with smaller children and elders.
Room addition
Room additions require skilled, knowledge experts that are experienced with building a new structure that ties seamlessly into your existing house.
When it’s done correctly, the addition looks like it was built with the house.
Siding remodeling
Siding remodels are addressed out of necessity!
Usually when there’s a problem with mold, leaks, pests, dry rot or an exterior add-on.
Flooring installation
Porcelain tile that looks like wood is commonly requested due to its durability and easy maintenance.
Yet, hardwood floors will always remain a popular choice due to its timeless beauty that works with all decors.
Drywall and painting
Anyone can install drywall, attempt texture matching and paint.
But…there’s a huge difference between an expert drywaller and painter vs. a contractor that’s not skilled in the trade.
Trust us…we’ve seen a lot of bad jobs!