How a Bathroom Refurbishment Can Boost Your Home’s Value

A bathroom isn’t just a functional room—it’s a powerful selling point. In today’s UK property market, buyers are increasingly discerning, and an outdated bathroom can drag on your asking price, while a well-executed refurbishment can significantly improve your market value. Here’s a breakdown of how and why.

Refurbishing an Existing Bathroom: A Smart Investment

A modern, refreshed bathroom often adds around 4–5% to your home's value.

• A recent analysis highlights that a new bathroom can elevate a property’s worth by approximately 4–5%—for example, that's about £10,000 on a £250,000 home. The appeal? Modern look, improved functionality, and better energy efficiency attract buyers
  

Well-executed refurbishments may even yield 4–7%.

• Industry insights indicate that a full bathroom overhaul—especially with pleasing fixtures and layout updates—can increase property value by 4–7%.
  

Adding a New Bathroom or En-Suite: Higher Returns

Installing an extra bathroom typically boosts value by 4–5%.

• According to Resi, adding a new bathroom can commonly elevate home value by around 4–5%, depending on the design and construction quality.
  

En-suites can add approximately 5.1% to a property’s value.

• A Direct Line survey shows that incorporating an en-suite bathroom may enhance property value by about 5.1%. Buyers increasingly view en-suites as an essential feature.

Why Bathrooms Make a Difference

• Modern buyers value comfort and convenience. En-suites streamline daily routines and signal a higher standard of living—key traits drawing premium offers.
  

• Bathrooms are cost-effective improvements with strong ROI. Compared to bigger overhauls like kitchens or extensions, bathroom upgrades are more budget-friendly yet highly impactful.
  

• Curb appeal and first impressions matter—even indoors. A stylish bathroom conveys attention to detail and property upkeep, mood-enhancing when listing photos are made.

Location and strategic design amplify value gains.

• Savills and other estate experts report that converting a bedroom into a bathroom—especially in high-value areas like London—can result in significant uplifts, driven by buyer demand for convenience and comfort.
  

Orrell Bathrooms’ Expert Advice

1. Prioritise impactful upgrades. Invest in re-tiling, modern fixtures, lighting, and layout tweaks that make a statement.

2. Consider adding a bathroom if layout allows. A new en-suite can justify your enhancement spend with a solid return.

3. Design strategically. Balance contemporary appeal with neutral tones and efficient use of space to satisfy broad buyer tastes.

4. Invest wisely. Choose long-lasting, stylish finishes that improve both everyday use and resale value.

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