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Everyone would love to have a bathroom that has a healthy blend of both comfort and functionality. That said, the materials used to build a bathroom have an equally important role to play as the aesthetics, because they will determine the durability of the bathroom. 

During the process of constructing a bathroom, an obvious question that will arise is what are the materials that one needs to purchase. Therefore, let us throw more light in the form of tips that you can consider while selecting the most captivating material for your bathroom.

1. Come up with a budget

Surely, it is vital to know how much you are ready to spend to build your bathroom. This will help you choose the right accessories for the bathroom as well. If the resources are limited, it may not be a good idea to splurge too much. Therefore, come up with a budget, which will help in better planning.

2. Know your needs

Before you go on a shopping spree, make it a point to list down your needs and requirements. Check what needs to be placed at each section of the bathroom. Tiles for bathroom floor, wall tiles, bathroom doors, bathroom mirror, bathroom fittings, and mirror cabinets are truly indispensable. Hence, devote sufficient time when you go shopping for these.

3. Consult experts before picking up essentials 

Bathroom essentials such as pipes, tanks, other fittings, etc may not always be visible but are essential, and even the slightest damage in them can wreak havoc in your bathroom. So it is extremely important that you select the best material for these essential items. For this, it is always advisable to consult an expert as they will better guide you through the process and how to choose the best.

4. Lighting and wiring

It may not always occur to you in the first instance, but you need good lighting and wiring in your bathroom because if the electrical work is not perfect, it can have life-threatening outcomes. A bathroom has appliances like lights, geyser, exhaust fan, etc which need proper electric supply. So, it is important to make it a point to check the quality of materials used in the bathroom, most importantly the wires, to avoid all the possible risks. 

5. Give a thought to tile selection 

This goes without saying that marble flooring looks good in your study, but is not best suited for your bathroom. You may want your bathroom to look stunning, but safety is something that you cannot underestimate. So when it comes to selecting flooring tiles for a bathroom ensure that they give you a good grip to avoid slipping and other accidents. 

6. Devote a lot of attention to bathroom wall finishing

Your bathroom walls are going to be damp and moist most of the time which can make them weak and leaky if good waterproofing is not done. You can either opt for full wall tiling in the bathroom, which is always the best option or make sure the right waterproofing is done to avoid leaks.

The final word

Making the right choices while selecting materials for your bathroom will stand the test of time whereas the wrong choices may demand alterations and modifications after just a short period, so it’s important to choose wisely.