Posts Tagged ‘Remodeling Projects’
What does a Good Bathroom Renovation Portfolio Look Like?
So, you’ve decided you want a professional to handle the remodeling of your bathroom. You have several ideas of what you want your bathroom to look like, but want to go to a decorator/bathroom remodeler who has a portfolio of their work available. What should you look for in an “exceptional” bathroom remodel portfolio?
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A Bathroom Renovation Portfolio is a Reflection of the Service
A bathroom remodeling portfolio is an opportunity for a planner to show his/her level of professionalism. If you go to a remodeler who has a disheveled bathroom remodeling portfolio, this indicates that the sense of professionalism is not nearly as high. You are more likely to discover a well-organized portfolio displayed by a planner who charges a modest fee – not the cheapest. Here, again, is the old adage – you get what you pay for.
What information should a professional bathroom remodeling portfolio provide me with? The portfolio should provide you with clear before and after pictures of previous completed projects. Details, like tile design, and generalities, like lighting, should be visible. Blurry pictures or pictures only taken from certain angles are clear indicators of a non-professional portfolio.
Also, an ideal bathroom renovation portfolio will have references from people who have had their bathrooms remodeled by this particular company. Look for a full name disclosure on the reference. Don’t just take the provided reference at face value; if the reference also includes contact information, take the liberty of contacting that client to corroborate the reference provided.
Many bathroom remodeling services advertise, so how do you decide which one to contact first? At sometime you must have noticed someone else’s bathroom that impressed you – find out who completed the decorating job. Getting the name of a renovator from someone else who has had work done by them can help you get started. For example, if there is a particular contractor that you have heard many good things about, start with them first.
Many home renovators look to the internet to do their research. You may find pictures of various finished remodeling projects as you navigate from page-to-page. While it might take a lot of time and effort, you can find the right contractor for your particular job. Through your research you will find the contractor that’s right for you.
By Chet Lystrom
Find Great Ideas at a Bathroom Show
A bathroom exposition can be an excellent place to find ideas. At kitchen and bathroom remodeling trade shows, you’ll mingle with other people who are possibly doing their own remodeling, you’ll see the various styles and brands available and you’ll get to talk to people in the know, which can give you great contacts for when you’re finally ready to do your remodeling. There is so much to choose from, you won’t have any problems finding the kitchen or bathroom of your dreams.
Locating Trade Shows
The best way to find local a bathroom show is to visit your local kitchen and bathroom remodeling stores. They should know when and where the trade shows will be as they are interested in the products that will be shown as well. There are other ways to find shows, however. You can pick up a newspaper as sometimes you will find ads for up and coming trade shows of all kinds. Trade shows will also be listed in local entertainment magazines. Of course, you can also check online. Just look around, and you should find the information you are looking for.
Trade Shows Showcase What’s New In The Industry
A bathroom exposition is perfect for finding out what’s new in the industry. Seeing the newest products on the market will give you a lot of great new ideas for your project. You are more likely to find custom products at the trade show that you won’t find at regular stores. Seeing everything available at the trade show will give you more ideas than you can imagine.
The most important thing you will do at the tradeshow is make valuable contacts you’ll need once you start your remodeling project. Their input will also give you a good idea of the cost of your project.
By Chet Lystrom