- Have a Plan
Working with a designer or architect may seem like a pricey move right out of the gate for someone wanting to remodel their bathroom on a budget, but it is money well spent. Having a plan you’ve worked out with a professional will assure you that your design, budget and timeline are realistic, and it will give you a goal with a path to get there
- Keep Plumbing Where It Is
Using the existing piping will save you big money. Relocating utilities like the toilet and the bathtub are no small task.
- Mirror Frame-Up
Dress up that builder-grade mirror with a fantastic frame, and at a fraction of the price of sourcing a huge hanging mirror. A frame will also hide any age-related wear
- Update Your Toilet
When renovating your bathroom, please consider replacing your toilet seat and lid instead of tossing out the whole porcelain perch. Just change these two tops can give your toilet a fresh look.
- Hunt Vintage Furniture
Want to upgrade your vanity? Try hunting vintage and antique dressers at flea markets and antique stores
- Alternatives to Tile
The bath doesn’t have to have tile to the ceiling: consider alternatives like reclaimed wood panels, board and batten, or beadboard as high-end looking tile replacements.
- Open Shelves
The bathroom is a private place, but open shelving can create the illusion of space in smaller square footage, and with a less weighty wallet hit than cabinets. A few drawers or covered baskets on high shelves can house your private items.
- Good Lighting
Adding lots of light to a bathroom is one of the most valuable changes a homeowner can make, and it doesn’t have to break the bank. Shop sales at lighting and home improvement stores.
- Paint It Up!
Don’t underestimate the impact a pop of colorful paint can have in a small space.
- Look Online for Leftovers
Try to look online for any leftovers that people buy more material than they need and can’t return it so they try to sell it online with discount to get rid of it!
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