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There are a lot of important decisions to make when renovating a bathroom. While most people tend to focus on the larger components like the shower or vanity, the other design elements are just as important.

What sets one bathroom apart from others? Its often in the minor design details, such as the bathroom hardware and fixtures. They can put the finishing touch on the project to make your bathroom space look unique and come alive.

Bathroom fixtures are available in almost any colour or design type today. There are so many options that it can be overwhelming to choose the right hardware set. This is why we’ve put together this great list of key considerations to choose the best bathroom hardware set for your project:

Types Of Bathroom Hardware

When we talk about bathroom hardware, we’re really talking about the fixtures and accent pieces that bring your bathroom design together. This includes:

• Bath and shower faucets
• Hooks
• Towel bars and rings
• Toilet paper holders
• Shower heads
• Mirrors
• Lighting
• Door handles

There are also many other bathroom accessories to choose from depending on your bathroom style and design.

5 Things To Consider When Choosing Bathroom Fixtures

If you are still in the planning phase of your bathroom renovation, you’ve probably been thinking about hardware options. Consider the following when choosing hardware and fixtures for your bathroom:

How Is Your Bathroom Used?

The type and how your bathroom is going to be used will help you better understand the type of fixtures you’ll need. The hardware you use in a Master bath can be very different than a powder room. For example, choosing to include a shower instead of a tub will impact spacing and the type of hardware you need. Make a list of all the fixtures you will need so you can plan accordingly.

Let Your Budget Cut Down On The Options

Your project budget will play a significant role in the type of fixtures you can choose. Before you start choosing fixtures and other bathroom accessories, know how much money you have to use for this part of the project. For example, if you have $1000 for hardware, buying a $750 will leave you with very little to outfit the rest of the space. Do some research to gain an understanding of the average cost of different types of hardware so you can fit everything into your budget.

Choose Complementary Styles

Its common for homeowners to choose hardware components at different times. You may choose the fixtures for your shower at a different time than when choosing your towel racks. Its important to consider all fixtures as a collective in order to make sure they match and compliment each other. Know the style you want to achieve with the design. Its perfectly okay to mix up hardware finishes, you just need to make sure they work well together.

Choose High Quality Materials

A bathroom is not the space to cut corners, especially when choosing things like a shower or vanity faucet. Investing in high quality hardware from reputable brands will make it less likely you’ll have a leak or other issues. Durable products last longer, meaning you won’t need to replace them in a few years time. Always choose higher quality, even if it costs a little more.

Start With The Most Important Hardware First

The bigger, more prominent, and eye-catching hardware items is where you should focus your efforts first. Start by choosing your facets, shower heads, and sink before you select the other complimentary items. Its easier to match the smaller accent pieces to the features design elements. Plus, if you run short on budget, its much easier to choose a more affordable toilet paper holder or towel rack than trying to cut costs on a faucet.

Use the above tips and you will be well on your way to choosing the right hardware for your next bathroom renovation project. If you have questions or are looking for a specific bathroom fixtures, don’t hesitate to give us a call at 416-286-7511. Or visit us in person during business hours to find the plumbing parts you need to complete your project.

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