While many people could be thinking of giving their bathrooms a new lease of life as home improvements become popular among those who find themselves unable to move, a positive change need not be expensive.
Homeowners planning to install new bathroom suites are likely to have various goals and budgets in mind, whether they are looking for a simple upgrade or elegant luxury.
For some, a shower that combines a rain head and shower jets is the ideal option, while others may be hoping to replace a worn-out bathtub with a new shower bath or whirlpool bath.
However, a wish list should be combined with a practical assessment of what is appropriate for the individual home - both in terms of budget and the value of the property.
And interior designer Kelly Deck, writing for the Globe and Mail, observed while some compromises might have to be made, the key to selecting bathroom items is to focus on design.
"With the many fixtures you must consider - each with specific technical, functional and aesthetic demands - getting what you need means being clear on what you want," she added.
With many homeowners choosing to improve rather than move in the current economic climate, it's likely some will have taken advantage of the extra days off to carry out some work in the bathrooms - whether it's installing a new set of taps or simple toilet roll holders.
Indeed, research by moneysupermarket.
com has revealed 16 per cent of people will use the two bank holiday weekends to spend money upgrading their property, with 19 per cent planning to take out a loan in the near future in order to fund some work.
The average amount borrowed is expected to top £14,000, but making effective changes need not be expensive, as good-value items are currently available.
Simple bathroom accessories can alter the feel of the room, so householders who believe a brand new bath or shower is out of reach might want to think small.
A towel rail or some new bathroom accessories will help keep the room tidy and the difference may be felt when trying to wind down with a relaxing bath in the evening.
Indeed, the value of simple changes could part of the 'remodel-lite' trend in which, consumers who don't want to invest in a major remodelling project, but still want to spruce up the room, could make these small changes without breaking the bank.