What Happens If I Change My Mind About a Design Feature After the Renovation Starts?

At Custom Bathroom Creations, we understand that sometimes clients change their minds about a design feature once the renovation is underway. While we do our best to accommodate changes, it’s important to understand how variations work and what impact they may have on your project.

Here’s what happens if you decide to make a change after work has begun.

1. When Can Changes Be Made?

🔹 Before Construction Begins – The best time to make changes is before work starts to avoid delays and extra costs.
🔹 During Early Stages (Demolition & Framing) – Some changes may still be possible, but they could affect the timeline and budget.
🔹 After Key Milestones (Waterproofing, Tiling, Fit-Off) – At this stage, changes are more difficult and costly since materials have already been installed.

💡 Tip: If you’re unsure about a design element, finalising selections early prevents costly variations later.

2. How We Handle Mid-Renovation Changes

If you decide to make a change, we follow this process:

✔ Step 1: Submit Your Request – Let us know what you’d like to change.
✔ Step 2: Assess Feasibility – We’ll check if the change is possible based on progress.
✔ Step 3: Provide a Variation Quote – If the change is doable, we’ll outline any additional costs, materials, and timeline adjustments.
✔ Step 4: Approval & Implementation – Once approved, we update the plan and proceed with the change.

💡 Tip: Not all changes are possible once work has progressed—especially for plumbing, tiling, and waterproofing.

3. What Are the Potential Costs of Changes?

🔹 Material Costs – If different tiles, fixtures, or fittings are required.
🔹 Labour Costs – If extra work is needed to remove or redo completed work.
🔹 Project Delays – Some changes can extend the renovation timeline.

💡 Tip: Small aesthetic changes (like swapping mirrors or tapware) are usually easier to accommodate than major structural changes.

4. How to Avoid Costly Design Changes

✔ Finalise all selections before work starts.
✔ Review your design with our team to ensure you’re happy.
✔ Use 3D renders (if available) to visualise the final result.
✔ Trust the renovation plan—our designs are created to be both functional and stylish.

💡 Tip: Making changes during the planning stage is much easier and more affordable than during construction.

Final Thoughts: Keeping Your Renovation Smooth

✔ We aim to accommodate changes where possible, but variations may affect cost and timeline.
✔ The earlier a change is requested, the easier it is to implement.
✔ Finalising your selections before work begins is the best way to avoid unexpected costs or delays.

At Custom Bathroom Creations, we work closely with you to ensure you’re happy with your design from the start—so you can feel confident in your renovation decisions.

Have questions about making design changes? Contact us today!