There are probably plenty of homeowners out there who feel like that can’t update their bathroom without it costing a fortune. That’s actually not the case. Believe it or not, there are simple, and yes, affordable solutions that can refresh the look of your bathroom. Here’s a look at some ideas that may inspire you to update your space.
Take advantage of paint
Paint can be your best friend when you’re on a budget. Even if updating your bathroom’s wall color is the only thing you can do, it will still make a difference. While there’s nothing wrong with bold, bright colors, in the bath, they may be better when it’s a bathroom more dedicated to the kids, or even a guest bath. For your personal, or master bath, a natural and relaxing feel is always nice. This can be accomplished with colors such as browns, greens, blues, and beiges. To avoid the room feeling broken, don’t forget to carry color (a lighter shade of your wall color) onto the ceiling. Depending on the type of flooring you have, it could be painted too.
Tap into your talent
You don’t have to be a master carpenter to incorporate upgrades into the bathroom. If you’re even the slightest bit handy, consider tackling some fun DIY projects. Some ideas would be to change out plumbing or light fixtures, do tile work, restore a classic piece (like a claw foot tub), install beadboard paneling on walls or make a new shower curtain. Many home stores even conduct workshops that offer you the chance to learn how to do something new for a lot less. If there’s nothing like that in your area, the Internet is full of tutorials.
Swap out fabric items and linens
Whether you’re into custom making something or just buying off the shelf, swapping out fabrics and linens is an easy way to update the space. If you have a window, change out or add window treatments. If your shower curtain is a bit dated, replace it with something newer. You can even make a statement by updating the towels. Whatever you decide to do, simply making small changes like this will be friendly to your wallet.
Add accents to the room
Accents like artwork or new bath mats can make a big difference, and don’t cost all that much. If you are planning to update light fixtures, mirrors, faucets, etc, make sure that the materials match, or at least blend well. For instance, if your vanity mirror is framed in bronze, you might not want to pair it with wall sconces or faucets finished in pewter.
Take your time
Don’t feel as though you have to tackle everything at once. If you feel overwhelmed financially, then break the work up in phases, tackling one project at a time. As with pretty much everything else, write out a plan including all you wish to do. Doing so will make it much easier to figure out what the budget will allow, than it will if you just dive right in.
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