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How about don't convert from central heat to separate electric heaters without carefully considering the cost, not only of the conversion, but long term operating costs.
Now that that's out of the way, if you do this:
Do make the room so that it can withstand high humidity. Instead of drywall, use greenboard or even better cement board if your budget can handle it. Paint with a high humidity, mildew resistant bathroom paint like Permawhite, or even better, an epoxy paint.
Do install a ventilation van.
Do waterproof your floor (if you're not on the bare concrete slab). Either use a single piece of good quality sheet vinyl, with plastic baseboard trim around the edges that is siliconed in place. Or, use one of the pour-on type floor coverings that cures into a solid layer.
Do add lots of electrical receptacles so that you don't need to have dozens of extension cords and power bars. Follow the electrical codes and get your work inspected, or hire an electrician if you can't do it yourself.
Do use a programmable thermostat for the temperature control for the room.
Any windows in the room? You might consider upgrading them if they aren't in good shape.
Do install a phone jack.
Do install a sink, or two. I like a regular double kitchen sink (with as much counter space as you can manage), plus a laundry tub, if you've got the space for it.
That's all I can think of right now.
Jeff Hathaway
Sciensational Sssnakes!!
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