Life in general is composed of sequential occurrences. For example, with few exceptions we learn to crawl before we walk, we learn to walk before we run, and we mess up a lot of diapers long before we have the need for a nice bathroom.
Once we get to the point that we are indeed in need of that nice bathroom though, people tend to overlook the proper sequences that should be part of your remodel project.
This might be due to the fact that many homeowners aren't aware of the proper order in which a house is built, or it may at times be due to budgetary considerations. It's important to consider though that the best quality work is work that was sequenced in the proper order.
Whether you are simply painting a room (remove cover plates and light fixtures), or doing a complete remodel, you will start with the removal or demolition of the components in the area you are working on. Demolition is most effectively done in exact reverse order of the installation process.
With that done, now is the time to address the mechanical components, new plumbing fixture and electrical fixture rough in etc... Sheetrock, tape, texture, doors and door moldings, paint, cabinets, tops, tile, flooring, baseboards (preferably pre-painted and simply touched up after installation), and finally electrical and plumbing finish trim.
Its a safe bet that you didn't marry your spouse before you got to know him/her for a day or two, and that you didn't make last nights dinner without first going to the grocery store. Remember that the best jobs were done thoroughly and in the proper sequence. First the egg, and then the chicken. Or was it the chicken and then the egg?
Happy remodeling to you,
Rob
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