The Property Brothers Say These Wow-Worthy Bathroom Features Are Worth The Splurge

A bathroom remodel can get expensive, racking up tens of thousands of dollars in costs if you live in a major city. If you're looking into doing one, you're probably searching for things to cut from your budget. While there are ways to remodel a bathroom more affordably, there are some things you should invest in to get the most out of the work and your wallet. Don't go cheap on the largest fixtures.

You might be wondering whether a bathroom remodel is worth the financial investment. If you're planning to sell your home, a remodel doesn't just elevate your home's aesthetic; it typically provides a good return on investment, too. Drew and Jonathan Scott, hosts of HGTV show "The Property Brothers," among other pursuits, note some features that can make or break a bathroom remodel. You can cut costs when it comes to things like mirrors and light fixtures. But if you're doing a full-scale renovation, you shouldn't cheap out on integral bathroom fixtures like the toilet, tub, and shower.

When it comes to bathroom staples, concentrate your money on the biggest features. Toilets and tubs are the selling point of any bathroom, considering they're what makes the room worth using. "Avoid skimping on toilets and tubs," says "The Property Brothers" co-host Jonathan Scott (via My Domaine). "These are wow-factor products for a bathroom, and by putting in a cheap toilet or undersized tub, you're just telling the buyer that you don't see value in the work you've done."

When choosing a toilet, it's best to opt for porcelain over ceramic, because porcelain offers durability. Though porcelain toilets have a greater upfront cost, going cheap will cost you more money in the long run and potentially turn off home buyers. Design your bathroom around your new throne. Toilet upgrades that take your bathroom to the next level include changing up the toilet seat for something decorative or adding vinyl decals to the tank.

Tubs are not often replaced in simple bathroom remodels since removing them can be physically and financially exhausting. If you have an older home with a shallow tub, it might be worth the effort. There are a variety of tub shapes, such as alcove, drop-in, and soaking tubs, and materials, like enameled steel, plastic, and cast iron, to consider. Plastic lacks durability and cast-iron is heavy and difficult to install. Most homeowners prefer enameled steel, which offers a happy medium.

Showers and sinks should also get a lot of your remodeling budget, especially if you're planning on removing the tub and replacing it with a walk-in shower. "Whether it's the family bathroom or the master, two sinks are always better than one," HGTV host Jonathan Scott says to My Domaine. Sinks, as well as the countertop and vanity around them, are the finishing touch on your bathroom, so it's best they don't look cheap. Sinks offer more versatility in style and material than bathtubs and toilets, but don't be tempted by cheaper options. And avoid these types of faucets at all costs: those with too many features, an odd shape, or outside the ordinary colors.

When it comes to showers, Jonathan's show hosting partner and brother, Drew Scott, adds (via My Domaine): "I would splurge by giving a bathroom the most beautiful spa-like walk-in shower." Because a shower is a wet area, it's prone to leaking. Take your time choosing durable materials and plan its place in your bathroom layout carefully. The prices associated with shower remodels might make you consider DIYing the installation. However, things like tiling a shower stall or moving a shower's location are where a professional contractor's expertise is most needed. You want to avoid water damage and plumbing issues, not cause them.