Common bathroom renovation mistakes to avoid

Plan the water and drainage first

Fix the position of the toilet, basin, shower and floor drain before tiling. Moving any of these after the floor is set means breaking tiles and redoing plumbing.

Common mistakes

• Floor drain placed so water pools in a corner
• Not enough slope towards the drain
• Buying fixtures before checking wall strength
• Ignoring ventilation, causing damp and mould
• Choosing glossy floor tiles that become slippery when wet

Things to consider

• Keep a small gap and access for future repairs
• Use anti-skid tiles in wet areas
• Seal joints properly to prevent seepage
• Plan storage for soap and towels

Practical checklist

• Fix fixture and drain positions before tiling
• Give the floor enough slope towards the drain
• Check wall strength for wall-mounted items
• Plan ventilation to avoid damp
• Use anti-skid tiles in wet areas