Many homeowners don’t have extensive knowledge of electricity or plumbing, but there are still lots of ways you can change the look of the bathroom. An oversized closet can sacrifice some of its floor space for a half bath, or a large bathroom can be turned into a half bath and a smaller full bath. Avoiding these seven common goofs could save you thousands of dollars on the project, especially if you’re planning an upscale remodel.

Most people plan anywhere from 1 to 6 weeks after delivery of their products to complete their remodel. With a tax credit offered by your local municipality, a budget low-flow toilet can cost less than $250 and pay for itself in less than three years. Perhaps you’re a newly married couple and would like a bathroom to fit both your and your significant other needs with a double vanity sink, Jacuzzi tub for two, …