1. THE QUICK FIXES ARE NO LONGER WORKING
If you've been making small changes for a while and they start to feel ineffective, it's probably a sign you need a new bathroom. 'It's easy to temporarily fix the bathroom with new towels, or bathroom wallpaper, those updates aren't going to make a difference for long' says Natalie Rebuck, Principal Designer at Re: Design Architects. 'Once the joy of a small refresh is over, then it might be time to think about renovating.'
2. THE BATHROOM FEELS CLUTTERED AND CHAOTIC
Bathrooms are usually much smaller rooms than any others in the home, so thoughtful bathroom storage solutions and careful layout planning are always a must. However, if the chaos of the space and an above-average amount of clutter are causing you to fall out of love with your bathroom, it might be time to rethink.
3. HOUSEHOLD NEEDS HAVE CHANGED
As lifestyles change and families grow, finding ways to make your existing bathroom work and expand with you is not always easy. With fundamental changes, there is usually no other option than a complete renovation. 'Household needs can change, and that becomes another reason to renovate, such as expanding a family, or accessibility needs.' says Natalie Rebuck.
4. DAMAGED TILES AND APPLIANCES
When a bathroom begins to deteriorate, it's not just focused on style and storage. When things start to break, whether that's cracked tiles or leaky pipes, your bathroom can be rendered unsafe and unusable, so it's important to address these issues immediately.
5. THE PAINT HAS SEEN BETTER DAYS
The very nature of a bathroom means there will be a lot of condensation. You literally can't avoid it, even if you have windows or a fan. Even though paint formulas have come on leaps and bounds over the years, eventually the signs of water damage will become noticeable.