Two of the most important rooms during the sale of your home that should be in tip-top condition are the kitchen and the bathrooms.
“Kitchens and bathrooms sell homes,” says Kris Lindahl, CEO and founder of Kris Lindahl Real Estate. “If a buyer sees a bathroom that still needs projects or upgrades, the home is going to be much less appealing to them.”
To get top dollar for your home, here are some bathroom improvements that are a must.
1. Go for double sinks
Realtors and other home professionals will tell you that a double vanity upgrade is a must on most home buyers' checklists. Even a small bathroom can fit two small sinks which are better than one sink in a home with limited bathrooms.
“Upgrading to double sinks is always appreciated by buyers,” Lindahl says.
2. Install new bathroom hardware and accessories
This small task can update a dated bathroom in minutes. This DIY project takes only a screwdriver and a couple of hours to instantly give your bathroom a new look. It is ideal to have your faucet, doorknobs and shower frame complement each other and not clash.
“Swapping out hardware like light fixtures, towel bars, cabinet pulls and sink fixtures can make an impact relatively affordably,” Lindahl says.
Another simple trick to update your bathroom's look is to frame the mirror above the vanity. This tip is inexpensive and adds value to the space.
3. Replace or paint your vanity
The vanity is an important piece found in a bathroom for both functional and designer purposes. Many pros describe a bathroom vanity as the centerpiece in any bathroom. When updated a vanity make sure to use high-quality stone such as quartz or granite. If a new vanity is out of your price range, then paint the cabinets of your current vanity a high-gloss white or pale gray.
“Luxe sophistication and clean lines: That’s the theme for bathrooms in every price point,” Susan Kelleher, an associate broker at R New York. “I love the mirrored medicine cabinets from Restoration Hardware—functional, beautiful, and tres chic.”
4. Update old floors
A perfect way to add appeal to rooms is to update the floor. Carpet in your bathroom is not the desired look. This can be a DIY or hire contractor project.
“Updating old floors to tile or luxury vinyl tile really adds appeal,” Lindahl says.
5. Install new light fixtures
Simple, sophisticated light fixtures are what every bathroom needs. Updating the lighting and fixtures are simple yet dramatic changes.
“Great lighting [and] high-end faucets and hardware appeal to buyers in every price point,” Kelleher says.
“Updating light and plumbing fixtures is a quick way to modernize an old bath.”
6. Add space and storage
“Buyers are looking for more space in new homes, and the bathroom is no exception,” Turner says. “Think about expanding the shower in the master bathroom to fit a bench or seat. It’s an important feature that can be utilized in a lot of different ways.”
During the pandemic, homeowners have been finding ways to make the most of the space. Expanding a bathroom to have storage space or room for necessities is important to the current homebuyer. In fact, some professionals go as far as to say it might be worth borrowing space from a neighboring room to expand your bathroom.
“Take the adjacent linen closet to make a larger bathroom,” Kelleher says. “Even a small closet can make a big difference, and you can create cabinet space under each sink for maximum storage.”
7. Make your bathroom bright and light
Buyers are attracted to clean neutral colors in a bathroom. Potential buyers desire a clean slate. A neutral base to work from will make your bathroom improvements stand out.
“Classic white never goes out of style in a bathroom,” Lindahl says. “Replacing an old, colorful tub with a white one is a good idea.”
It's amazing what these simple steps can do to update your old drabby bathroom. If you are in the market to sell your home now is the time to make those improvements.
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