Small bathrooms and powder rooms
A small bathroom done properly is worth as much as a large one. In a small room, the right tile and the right vanity make a huge difference.
Why small can cost more per foot
A small bathroom still needs most of the same work as a big one. The total is lower, but the price per square foot usually isn't.
Making it feel bigger
Glass instead of a curtain, a floating vanity, bigger tile and a good mirror all help a small room feel more open.
Keep the layout
Leaving the plumbing where it is saves money. Tile, vanity, toilet, faucet, mirror, lighting and paint can all change without moving a pipe.
Worth thinking about
Is it the only bathroom in the house? If so, plan where everyone will shower while it's being done. Pick one metal finish and carry it through the whole room. Our guide to small bathroom ideas has more.
Small Bath Remodel in: Kansas City, De Soto, Lenexa, Olathe, Overland Park, Shawnee, Mission, Merriam.
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Small bathroom questions
Do you do powder rooms?
Yes. A powder room has no shower, so more of the budget goes into what you can see.
Do I need a permit?
Swapping fixtures in the same spots often doesn't need one. Moving plumbing or adding circuits usually does. Check with your city.
What makes the biggest difference in a small bathroom?
Usually the vanity, the mirror and the lighting. Glass instead of a shower curtain helps a lot too.
Can I supply my own tile or fixtures?
Yes. Let us know what you've got when you reach out.
Are estimates free?
Yes.
Also: Tub-to-Shower Conversion, Full Bath Remodel, Walk-In Showers, Tile Installation, Vanity & Countertops, Basement Bathroom Additions.
More guides
What Affects the Cost of a Bathroom Remodel
What drives the price of a bathroom remodel, including moving plumbing, what's behind the old walls, waterproofing, tile, glass and allowances.
How Long Does a Bathroom Remodel Usually Take?
The stages of a bathroom remodel in the order they happen, why some jobs run longer than others, and what most often slows the work down.
Should You Keep the Tub or Switch to a Shower?
How to decide between keeping a bathtub and switching to a walk-in shower, starting with how many tubs the house has and who uses the room.
Bathroom Remodel Permits and HOA Rules in Kansas City
When a bathroom remodel usually needs a permit in the Kansas City area, and what an HOA or condo board can and can't say about it.
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