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Bathroom renovation in Paris | ‘Remodelling guide by renovation contractors in Paris’

Practical guide to remodel your bathroom

France is an important destination for tourism. Capital of France, Paris, has its own attraction for visitors. Numerous tourist spots such as the ‘Eiffel Tower’, River Seine, historical spots and being a global center for beauty and fashion houses become the most noticeable city in the world. So, in order to keep France, especially its capital Paris, up to the expectations of tourists and foreign expats living here on a long term basis, the renovation industry has a very important role to play. France has a rich heritage in the shape of buildings, constructions and hotels for the tourist’s welcome. From the perspective of tourist’s they need everything nice, clean and luxurious. They see hotel’s from several perspectives. They need to relax and calm down after the tiresome time spent the whole day.

Talking about relaxation and calmness, the most important part of the house or hotels is the bathroom. It is the place where people make the start of the day and then after the tiring work of days, try to get some feelings of relaxation under the cold shower. Talking about relaxation, if the shower is the latest, who has the ability to soften the water gives the sense of softness. Hard water weakens the hair and dries the skin. But filters in shower soften the water that is healthier and gives you a sense of relaxation.

With the passage of time “technologies” often changes and innovates the latest technological devices that adds more sensational aspects. It is also in human nature that wants changes as it gets bored with old designs. Now in order to change your bathroom design or decoration you don’t need to bother much. Thanks to the latest technology that is giving us cheapest and feasible solutions for it. You can redecorate and redesign your bathroom in more innovative ways. There are some cheapest ways through which you can change the look of your bathroom whenever you want.

In order to change your bathroom the first thing you need to do is to determine the cost you can afford for the redesigning of your bathroom. For example, for very low budget redesigns can be done with cosmetic changes which includes methods such as new fixtures, new sink or new paint. If you have a bit more budget then you can change your design with the addition of wall papers, bigger shower or new window. Depending upon your budget, you can move to the addition of stylish tiles, latest and expensive showers, and soft musical instrumental devices to get a luxurious bathroom in your Parisian apartment.

Secondly you need to know how much change you want in your washroom. Changes in the washroom can range from simple painting to reconstructing the washroom. Parts of the bathroom like bathtub, showers, sink, window curtains, mirror on the wall, towel bar, Corner sink and all others give you a lot of options to bring the variation in your bathroom remodeling. In case you have a limited budget you can avoid the use of tiles and can give more attention to other parts. As the use of tiles gets very expensive and the price of fixer also rises.

There are several priorities that people of different views have. Some of them have special affection with old and traditional designs while some of them want new and innovative designs. Some want there to be a memorial addition and some rely on the opinion of experts. So, in the field you have to meet every type of person and their phenomenal expectations.

Color has a very important role in every aspect. Life seems dull and void without colors. So is the case with ‘bathroom renovation and redesigning’. In bathroom redesigning you cannot ignore the color scheme. You have to choose colors very carefully as wrongly picked color schemes can ruin the look of your bathroom to an unpleasant one. There must be a color balance between all the accessories of the bathroom as well as with the designs of the bathroom as it is in the other rooms of your ‘perfect Parisian apartment’.

Once you are determined to renovate your bathroom, the next thing is to determine the budget and consult an apartment renovation contractor in Paris to have an expert opinion. In fact, it is better to have 3 quotes from different “apartment builders in Paris”. If you speak English only, then it is better to contact an interior renovation company in France which is bilingual, as ‘alpeintureparis’ for smooth communication during the realization of your renovation or remodeling project.

For some people, opting for a known or ‘large interior renovation company’ is the best solution to get the best results. However, it is important to note that big renovation companies often subcontract their renovation projects to other interior renovation contractors in Paris.Therefore, when the representative of an “apartment building company” visits your apartment, carefully examine the attitude to see if the renovation company is serious towards its project. Always ask for the itemized quote for your 'bathroom or apartment renovation' project. An ‘itemized quote’ does help to know the renovation costs for every detail of your renovation project.

Cost of apartment renovation in Paris

Apartments in Paris are always high in demand. It is not less than a herculean task to find a perfect apartment, in a chic neighborhood which perfectly reflects your lifestyle. Therefore, investment in property always brings good returns. In fact, many have become millionaires by buying apartments in a bad condition, and selling them after complete renovation according to the latest standards.

Paris is a historical city, with lots of old apartments. On the other hand, building rules change often and these apartments have to be renovated on and off according to the latest norms and rules. Thus buying an apartment in Paris is often followed by interior renovation, or at least painting.

To know the real costs and prices, the best always is to contact apartment renovation contractors and ask for the free and itemized quote. However, before contacting an ‘apartment renovation company’, it is always better to have an approximate idea about the ‘renovation and remodeling costs’ to plan the budget and project details.

For the light renovation projects, average rates for the interior renovation starts from 70 Euros /m2. This type of renovation work includes simple painting and small repair work. In other words, for an apartment having a floor area of 60m2, would cost around 4200 Euros.

This price may go upward depending upon the choice for materials and the furnishings.

The ‘cost of apartment renovation’ depends upon many factors. If the apartment is in a very bad condition, workers have to work for more hours and more materials are to be used. This naturally drives the costs upwards. Similarly, if the apartment has to be redone to optimize the space, it would require demolishing a few walls and constructing new ones. Such changes may require some additional work for the floor renovation to adjust the changes. Naturally, complete overhauling of a property costs a lot more than simple painting and renovation.

Another important factor is the choice for the quality of materials and furnishings. Although labor costs don’t vary much, the prices for bathroom and kitchen accessories differ a lot. Similarly, the prices of paints and other materials also vary according to their brands and the quality...

Average costs for light, heavy and renovation work in a Parisian apartment are as under;

Light renovation or refreshment work before moving in

This type of interior renovation is not very expensive. For simple painting and renovation work, the average cost is somewhere between 70 Euros and 350 Euros for 1m2.

This option includes; carpet changing, floor renovation & tiling, wallpaper removal & painting and small repair works ( electric repairs, fixtures changes, changing old WC etc )

Complete interior renovation costs.

For ‘complete renovation of an apartment’, the average costs is somewhere between 500 Euros and 1000 Euros for 1 square meter.

In this option, following services are included; kitchen & bathroom renovation, modification of plumbing and electricity, replacing windows, construction of walls with gypsum boards & false ceilings, renovation of parquets floors, and complete painting of the apartment with plastering of walls.

Heavy renovation or remodeling of an apartment

For complete overhauling of the apartment, which is in fact a large scale or high end renovation project, the average market rate in Paris is somewhere between 800 € and 1500 €, per m², depending upon the choice of materials.

The ‘complete remodeling of an apartment’ includes; structural changes of the apartment, structural reinforcement, complete insulation of walls, change of main door, creation of new bathroom with new plumbing work, creation of new kitchen with construction & plumbing work, making new rooms within the apartment..

Allowance for extra or additional works

There are not always extra works especially when light renovation is being carried out. But when the nature of renovation project is medium or heavy, there are always some additional works which can’t be foreseen at the start of work. So, it is always better to be ready for work related surprises. Thus it is advisable to keep an allowance of 10%, of the ‘total renovation cost’ mentioned in the quote.

Other renovation related costs.

Some people prefer hire the services of an architect and interior designer simply to plan their ‘interior renovation’ project. If the job of an interior decorator is limited only to prepare the plans and drawings, then you can add up his or her fees or commissions. However, if the interior decorator is also entrusted to bring in his own home improvement companies for your apartment renovation project, then the cost of the project can go up dramatically.

Therefore, your ‘apartment renovation project’ does not require heavy or complete overhauling of the apartment, there is no need to contact an interior designer to make plans. ‘Apartment renovation contractors’ can also guide you on the practical issues of interior renovation or remodeling. There are many home renovation contractors in Paris, speaking English too. These companies can be contacted for an itemized and free quote. It is recommended to contact 3 companies, or apartment builders. Their quotes can be compared to make the final decision.