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Bathroom Updates

Status Not Started
Priority Low
Scope Cosmetic Only

Project Scope: Minor Updates

No major remodel planned for either bathroom. Work is limited to countertop resurfacing in one bathroom. Both bathrooms are functional and in acceptable condition overall.

Bathroom Inventory

Bathroom 1 — Countertop Work Needed
Location TBD (upstairs/downstairs)
Overall Condition Functional, cosmetic updates only
Countertop Material Wood
Countertop Condition Needs resurfacing and sealing

Work Required

Wood countertop needs to be properly resurfaced and sealed. Wood in bathroom environments requires good sealing to prevent water damage. This is maintenance work, not replacement.

Bathroom 2 — No Work Needed
Location TBD (upstairs/downstairs)
Overall Condition Good
Countertop Acceptable condition
Other Elements No issues identified

No work currently planned for this bathroom.

Project Scope

Wood Countertop Resurfacing

DIY vs. Professional

DIY potential: Wood countertop refinishing is very DIY-friendly. Requires sanding, staining (optional), and sealing. Main investment is time and proper ventilation for finishes.

Professional option: A refinisher or carpenter can do this quickly and may achieve a more durable finish. Reasonable for someone not comfortable with wood finishing.

Contractor Research

Refinisher/Carpenter — TBD
Phone: —
Website: —
Notes: Small job; may be combined with other wood work
Handyman — TBD
Phone: —
Website: —
Notes: May be able to handle this as part of larger job

Estimates

Wild Guess
$100 – $400
DIY: $50-100 materials. Professional: $200-400
DIY Materials
~$50 – $100
Sandpaper, sealer, brushes, stain if desired
Professional Quote
TBD
Replacement (if needed)
$300 – $800+
Only if refinishing reveals deeper damage

Decision Notes

Key Considerations

This is a small, contained project. The wood countertop just needs proper care—it's maintenance, not renovation.

Timing flexibility is high. This can be done whenever convenient and doesn't need to coordinate with other work unless combining with a handyman visit for efficiency.

If the wood has significant water damage beneath the surface (soft spots, warping), refinishing may not be sufficient and replacement might be needed. Inspection during sanding will reveal this.