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How Many Bathrooms Does Your Family Need?

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February 26, 2019
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How Many Bathrooms Does Your Family Need?

For some families, sharing a bathroom is a normal part of everyday life that rarely causes problems, but for others, sharing a bathroom is a source of endless conflict. When shopping for a new home, think carefully about the number of bathrooms you need.

Full Bathrooms
It’s generally a good idea to have at least one full bathroom (including a tub or shower) for every two people. This can help you avoid lines and frustration, particularly when people are getting ready for work and school.

If you have children, personalities and genders will influence your home-buying decision. If your kids frequently fight over sharing a bathroom, it would be a good idea to look for more bathrooms in your next home. Sharing a bathroom can also be awkward for children of different genders, particularly as they get older.

Many homeowners like to have their own master bathroom because of the privacy and peace and quiet it offers. After a long day at work, you can look forward to relaxing in the tub without worrying about a child knocking on the door asking to use the bathroom.

If you have a guestroom where family members or close friends sleep when visiting, choosing a home with a full bathroom attached to the guestroom can give them their own space and privacy. This can be particularly important if guests stay for an extended period of time, because working one or two additional people into the family’s regular bathroom routine could disrupt everyone’s schedules.

Think about how your family might change in the future. If it’s likely that you’ll have more children or that an elderly parent will move in, factor that into your decision on which house to buy. Make sure your new home has enough full bathrooms for future changes, or the flexibility to add more.

Half Bathrooms
If you like to have guests over for dinner or parties, look for a house with a half bathroom (with a toilet and sink) near the area where you entertain. This can help you avoid having guests walk through the more private areas of your home, making it easier for people to use the bathroom and quickly return to the group.

If your house has a finished basement, having a bathroom (or at least a half bathroom) downstairs can help your family avoid the inconvenience of walking up and down the stairs. If the house you’re considering has an unfinished basement that you might want to finish in the future, talk to a builder about how easy or complicated it would be to install a bathroom in the basement.

Think About What’s Right for Your Family
One of the most important things to consider when choosing a home is the number of bathrooms. Consider your family’s size and characteristics, and think about how things could change down the road to make sure you have enough bathrooms to give people the space and privacy they need.

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Liz Dominguez

Liz Dominguez is RISMedia’s Senior Online Editor. She compiles RISMedia’s daily newsletters, reports on breaking news and is generally jumping in wherever editorial assistance is needed. Liz’s goals are continuous learning and storytelling that resonates with readers. She’s currently pursuing her Master’s in Journalism from Harvard Extension School.

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