Refresh your bathroom in a weekend with these affordable makeover ideas.
Hang Bathroom Wallpaper
Breathe new life into a powder room with boldfloral wallpaper.
This is a great way to create an upscale look at an affordable price tag.
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Opt for a temporary peel-and-stick wallpaper to save even more on your bathroom update.
Finish the glamorous look with gold fixtures, hardware, and accessories.
DIY Vanity Upgrade
Replacing the vanity instantly changes the look of a bathroom.
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Shop for vanity combos with an installed countertop and sink for a budget-friendly bath refresh.
These off-the-shelf solutions can save you big bucks.Repainting your existing vanityin a bold shade is another low-cost solution.
For even more impact, add playful patterned tile to the floor.
For a more budget-friendly option, use inexpensive 3x6-inchsubway tiles.
you’re free to run them in atraditional running bond patternor create your herringbone pattern.
Accessorize with Color
Theres no need to lift a hammer to get a new look.
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To create a two-tone look, measure and mark the desired height of your paint line with a pencil.
Theres no faster way to update a small space than with a DIY weekend wallpaper project.
Finish the look with a gilded mirror, which adds a bit of sparkle to the utilitarian space.
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A table also offers a comfortable surface height to support a vessel-style sink.
Retrofit the top to install a drain and faucet or use a wall-mount tap.
Moisture-proof and protect the wood top with several coats of clear polyurethane.
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Replace Light Fixtures
Spice up your bathroom bychanging out a dated light fixturefor something new and dramatic.
Glass accents give thisbathroom light fixturealluring sparkle.
For a more romantic look, consider hanging a chandelier in the bathroom.
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Paint Bathroom Cabinets
Paint or refinish cabinet doors for a quick and easy bathroom update.
This green vanity pairs with yellow accessories in an otherwise neutral bathroom for a playful focal point.
Switch out your shower controls and other hardware to create a unified suite look in just a few hours.
For a previously stained cabinet, sand off the old finish and apply updated stain color.
Finally, finish with a top coat of color.
If you replace the countertop, its an ideal time to update the faucet.
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Install Beadboard
Add architectural interest to a basic bath with beadboard.
Installing panels is quicker and more affordable than installing individual boards.
Alternatively,adding shiplap to the bathroom wallswill create a farmhouse feel.
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Ceramic tiles are another way to add interest.
Add Vintage Charm
Search forflea market gemsto add a dose of personality to your bath.
In this small bathroom, vintage red light fixtures contrast with white walls for a pop of color.
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Use a little elbow grease andclean the groutfor a like-new look and inexpensive bathroom update.
Add a mirror to the back of the cabinet to brighten the interior and make belongings easier to spot.
Use vintage glassware to corral items like cotton swabs and makeup brushes.
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Boost Cabinet Efficiency
Add pullout shelves to deep cabinets tokeep bathroom necessitiesin order and viewable.
Utilize baskets and bins to collect cleaning supplies or spare linens within sliding shelves.
Customize a Vanity
Turn an existing piece of furniture into a vanity.
Use open shelves for baskets and bins below.
Pair fabric panels with a clear plastic shower liner to block splatters.
If your bathtub has seen better days, consider having thetub surface professionally refinished.
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Many affordable models are readily available at home centers and thread easily onto existing plumbing.
Give your existing showerhead athorough cleaningfor a quick bathroom update that costs next to nothing.
Add Accent Tile
Glass mosaic tiles look sharp but can be pricey.
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Save money while adding an expensive custom-designed appearance by incorporating a thin band among field tiles on a floor.
Continue the colors in thefloor tileup onto accessories for acohesive bathroom color scheme.
Include the colors from the glass tiles in the soft furnishings of the bathroom to complete the look.
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Repurposed Storage
Add stylish bathroom storage using flea market finds.
Repurpose an old vanity by removing the doors, repainting it, and adding shelves to fit your needs.
Complete with decorative baskets to organize bathroom essentials.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The average cost of a fullbathroom remodelis around $10,000.
The simplest way to update a bathroom is with paint.
Adding color will quickly transform a space.
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Another easy way is to replace textiles, including towels, bath rugs, or the shower curtain.
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