You can update a bathroom

Big or small, old and dated, or just downright ugly - there are ways to transform any bathroom into a new and inviting space in a home.

 

 

You will pick up bargain bath sets at your local Builders Warehouse and Tile Warehouse - or keep an eye on the press for special offers. Once you've sourced the perfect bath set for your bathroom, ask around for a reputable plumber to install it for you.

 

 

Even a few cosmetic changes make a big difference in a pokey bathroom. Update instantly with paint, add new cabinets, splurge on new tiles, and if you can afford it, replace basins and toilets with more modern fittings. White sanitary ware is timeless and allows you to decorate the room around the fittings. 

If you are considering removing dated tiles in a bathroom but don't want the expense of replacing, think of other options for finishing off the walls. A traditional way to dress up a bathroom is to use bead board. Alternatively, take a modern approach and finish off walls with a cementitious product such as Cemcrete.

 

 

Makeover a bathroom on a tight budget by keeping the fittings and fixtures and only replacing items that you can afford.

 

A countertop re-tiled and tiles added to the lower half of the wall cut down on costs. The existing vanity has been sanded down and refinished to match the new look. A new mirror and a few accessories and you have a completely new bathroom.

 

 

If you want to give your bathroom a new look consider how much you have to spend before you even start. If you have some knowledge of DIY, you may be able to tackle a lot of the projects yourself, and save a substantial amount by doing so.

You don't have to tile a bathroom anymore. Modern finishes allow a homeowners to look at other options. Cement, plaster and paint finishes are more affordable options and easy do-it-yourself projects.

Shop around for fittings and fixtures for your bathroom and keep an eye out for special offers. Even if you aren't going to do-it-yourself, you can still employ a reputable handyman to fit everything for you.