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A good soaking tub will allow you to completely submerge yourself in the water, so it needs to be at least 20 inches deep. Luxury soaking tubs are 24 inches deep so that you can easily have enough space to be submerged in the water once the tub is full.

A peeling bathtub is not a good thing. It’s a sign that the finish is coming off, and continued exposure to water and cleaning products can continue to damage the finish and eventually the underlying structure of the tub. What starts as a few chips or flakes can worsen into large chunks peeling off.

Repairing leaks, mold, and cracked tiles will greatly add value to a bathroom remodel; otherwise, potential buyers may ask you to make these repairs. For example, repairing cracked tiles in a bathroom averages $260 to $600. Changing out light fixtures, expanding the shower, adding storage and chrome faucets, and replacing the tile can make the bathroom look new without undertaking a major remodel. Repainting the bathroom walls with a light and neutral color can also make a big impact and appeal to buyers.

Yes, $5,000 is a healthy budget for a DIY bathroom renovation. It can go a long way in making the space more accessible and stylishly spa-like. Providing you stick to modest materials and don’t make any major plumbing or structural changes, you can upgrade fixtures, retile, and add some stylish bathroom accessories and savvy storage solutions to maximize the space.