Refreshing your bathroom with a remodel project is a great way to add value and update your home. However, the costs can seem too high, and may hold you back from tackling such a project. Here are some bathroom remodeling tips if you’re working with a tight budget:
Use tile strategically. Tile can quickly become expensive, so one of the best ways to save while still achieving a beautiful look is by using it strategically in your design. Stick with a simple white subway tile and then choose a more colorful tile for an accent. You can make a row or two with the pricier tiles, and keep costs down by working with existing tile, or using a basic option.
Focus on colors and fixtures. Sometimes just a few simple tweaks can entirely change the look and feel of an outdated or dull bathroom. Give the space a fresh coat of paint, and then change out the decor, the shower curtain, and fixtures. A new light fixture, new faucets, and new drawer pulls are simple touches that can breathe new life into the room for a very affordable price. Start by choosing a paint color for the walls, and then base the rest of the room’s design off of that.
Refinish or replace the vanity. Changing out the vanity doesn’t have to cost too much. If you are creative, you can even attempt a DIY project and simply refinish the existing vanity. Give it a fresh coat of paint, add new drawer handles, and change out an old sink bowl for a sleek new one. You can also spend the bulk of your budget on a new vanity to replace the old one, and then make decor changes to complement it.
A bathroom remodeling project can quickly become expensive. Stick to a tight budget by working with what you have and making simple changes, and making little improvements to those features that won’t break the bank.
