Beautify your bathroom without going over budget.
There are plenty of ways to create a new space in your bathroom without tearing down walls.
For less than $100 (including new brushes and rollers), you could revamp this room.
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Consider a satin finish, which is easier to wipe clean and will repel moisture more than matte paint.
Before you shop for new handles and knobs, measure the ones you already have.
Unscrew a couple of knobs to see if the area underneath is discolored.
If it is, shop for replacements that will cover the same area.
If you’ve had the same curtain rings for a decade, consider switching those out, too.
Pair the new curtain with a coordinated bathmat and hand towel to complete the instant makeover.
Improve the Lighting
To introduceambient lightingin the bathroom consider installing a dimmer switch.
That way, you’re able to adjust the light as needed.
Dim the lights for a soothing bath, or brighten them when you’re getting ready in the morning.
Warm light instead of bright white makes a space more cozy and less sterile than fluorescent lighting.
Swap Out Fixtures
Changing your lighting fixture is another way to enhance your bathroom.
It can be shiny and new or a second hand find thrifted from a store.
The beauty of a light fixture is that it can also help dictate the design direction of your bathroom.
A white washed mirror and galvanized tissue box read farmhouse, while gold rimmed bath accessories add vintage charm.
In atiny bathroom, let a slim rolling storage cart hold spare bottles of shampoo and bars of soap.
Once everything has a storage spot, you’re able to keep the counters clear.
In fact, evengiving the grout a good scrubcan dramatically improve its appearance.
Another option: change the color of the grout.
If you want to change light grout to dark gray for a more modern look, consider grout colorant.
Have tile on the lower portion of the walls?
You’re in luckthis project will require half the amount of wallpaper.
To take it up a notch, try a stencil or fun design aesthetic.
Be sure to choose an appropriate sealant to prevent damage from water.
From frameless to metallics, the options are many.
Opt for some fresh flowers (or faux) in a vase to soften the space.
Candles and wall art are also low cost, yet homey additions.
