Creating your dream bathroom can involve a minor facelift, such as new fixtures, shower curtains and a fresh coat of paint, or it can be major surgery that includes replacing toilets, tubs, showers and lavatories. Regardless of which you choose, there are a couple of seemingly small details that can go a long way toward making your bathroom renovations in Birmingham, AL a success.
Materials
Remember that bathrooms experience moist, humid conditions on a daily basis, so it’s important to use materials specifically designed for that type of environment. For example, use a mold resistant primer on walls before painting them with a moisture resistant paint. Moisture resistant flooring, wallpaper and vanities will prevent warping, sagging and peeling caused by damp environments.
Ventilation
You can further protect your bathroom by installing a vent in the ceiling or wall. These fans circulate the air causing moisture to evaporate quickly. The drying effect reduces the chances of mold and mildew growth. When selecting a vent fan, consider three things:
1. Room size
2. CFM (Cubic Feet per Minute)
3. Sones
Room size matters because you want a fan that can recirculate the total air in the room in less than ten minutes. Look for a vent fan with aCFM value equal to the square footage of the room. CFM refers to the volume of air moved by the fan blower, so a 100 CFM fan in a 360 square foot room will circulate all the air in the room in about 3.6 minutes. Sones refer to the noise level of the vent fan, and the lower the number of sones, the quieter the fan operates.
Moisture is a bathroom’s biggest enemy because it leads to mold, mildew and rot. Contractors experienced in bathroom renovations in Birmingham, AL can ensure even the little details get big attention and that makes all the difference.