There are many reasons to undertake a bathroom renovation projects, but the fact it could save people money may spur more on to give DIY a go.
It isn't necessary to hire a green builder to make a difference cash-wise - a fistful of dollars could be saved on utility bills by installing new windows, appliances and insulation.
Speaking to the news source, John Ranco - formerly of the Greater Boston Association of Realtors - made another point, confirming the fact that it is cheaper to refurbish a property than move to a new one.
It shouldn't be assumed that a house could be sold easily at the moment and finding another residence with all the required features might also be a tall order, he observed.
Additionally, it's likely that more bathroom suite renovations will be undertaken this year.
Apparently, difficulties selling up, coupled with the recession, means people are becoming increasingly interested in home improvements, with Brits spending weekday evenings researching products they can purchase when the weekend comes around.
Before taking on a bathroom suite renovation project, it could prove useful to visit a few luxury hotels for a bit of inspiration.
This is what Beth Feldman of Associated Content does when she's in need of design tips for her bathroom suites, confirming that the majority of trends for this living space tend to start at hotels.
"So grab a notebook and check out the mosaic tiles," she advised, saying that a five-star resort boasts pillow top feather beds and "unbelievable" spas, both of which could motivate people to update their bathrooms and homes in such a way.
One night in a luxurious hotel and you will feel completely rejuvenated, so introducing similar ideas in normal living spaces might well help people feel more pampered generally.
According to general manager of Archicentre Victorian David Hallett, speaking to the Herald Sun, it is not uncommon these days to find lavish, large bathrooms that are more spa-esque in nature than simply designed to fulfill basic needs.
It isn't necessary to hire a green builder to make a difference cash-wise - a fistful of dollars could be saved on utility bills by installing new windows, appliances and insulation.
Speaking to the news source, John Ranco - formerly of the Greater Boston Association of Realtors - made another point, confirming the fact that it is cheaper to refurbish a property than move to a new one.
It shouldn't be assumed that a house could be sold easily at the moment and finding another residence with all the required features might also be a tall order, he observed.
Additionally, it's likely that more bathroom suite renovations will be undertaken this year.
Apparently, difficulties selling up, coupled with the recession, means people are becoming increasingly interested in home improvements, with Brits spending weekday evenings researching products they can purchase when the weekend comes around.
Before taking on a bathroom suite renovation project, it could prove useful to visit a few luxury hotels for a bit of inspiration.
This is what Beth Feldman of Associated Content does when she's in need of design tips for her bathroom suites, confirming that the majority of trends for this living space tend to start at hotels.
"So grab a notebook and check out the mosaic tiles," she advised, saying that a five-star resort boasts pillow top feather beds and "unbelievable" spas, both of which could motivate people to update their bathrooms and homes in such a way.
One night in a luxurious hotel and you will feel completely rejuvenated, so introducing similar ideas in normal living spaces might well help people feel more pampered generally.
According to general manager of Archicentre Victorian David Hallett, speaking to the Herald Sun, it is not uncommon these days to find lavish, large bathrooms that are more spa-esque in nature than simply designed to fulfill basic needs.