Easy and affordable bathroom ideas
If your bathroom is looking drab and dreary, now is the perfect time to give it an easy and affordable makeover - without having to spend on new sanware. There are so many simple things you can do in a few hours to totally makeover your bathroom.
Before you start your makeover you'll need to take everything out of the room so that it will be easier to clean every little nook and cranny. A fresh coat of paint goes a long way and is a great canvas for your new look.
Most people stick to a shade of white when it comes to the usually small space of bathrooms. But going with the right colour will make your bathroom seem more inviting and up to date. If your bathroom is small (as most are) stick to a lighter colour.
When you are going to paint any room, but especially a bathroom take the time to tape off and cover everything, even though it is a pain, it will pay off in the end and save you a ton of time doing touch ups.
Once you've picked your paint, you may want to consider a new type of tile for your bathroom. Vinyl or ceramic tiles are the most popular choices for bathrooms. Both are easy to clean and are water resistant.
While ceramic tile is more expensive, your local Builders Warehouse has an extensive range of affordable tile options for walls and floors and you may be surprised at how little it actually costs if you bear in mind how small your bathroom is.
Bathroom vanities and sink units are popular in bathrooms of all styles but can eventually end up looking outdated compared to your new updated bathroom. Rather than spending money on a new vanity - give your old one a makeover. Most can be painted, but you can also try more eclectic things like tiling it or adding wallpaper. Even changing the handles will make a big impact on the over all feel of your space without costing you too much.
Since storage is a problem in pretty much any room, if you haven't yet put in a vanity perhaps you could consider making your own DIY vanity or sink unit, to hide away all the bathroom clutter. Clutter control is key when it comes to creating a calming space.
Freestanding wall and floor units and baskets provide essential places for myriad bathroom supplies, but if you're working with open storage, displaying multiples of one item, like rolled white towels or bars of unwrapped soap, is a designer trick to keep shelves looking chic.
Accessories can make a space, so consider getting a few new things for your "new" bathroom. Simple accents like a new shower curtain, wall art or window treatments will make it feel like a different space. You can quickly update your bath with new exquisitely designed and easy-to-install accessories, such as robe hooks, paper holders, towel bars, towel rings and shelves.
Builders Warehouse offer a wide variety of styles and finishes to match or coordinate with your taps and fittings to make a dramatic style effect – and add a bit of organization to your bath.
Before you bring back all of the stuff you took out of your bathroom, go through it and keep only what you need, by getting rid of excess clutter you'll have much more space, which will make your bathroom a more relaxing space. Add hotel style with scented soap, whether chosen for a favourite fragrance - try patchouli, amber, verbena or gardenia - or for their stunning packaging, they're guaranteed to add an elegant detail to your space. And toss out the soap in favour of less-messy liquid soaps - you can even dispense them into a vintage container or a sleek, hotel-inspired (teak or stainless) pump.
About 30 percent of homes have at least one large bathroom mirror. While functional, these large mirrors lack a luxurious look. Luckily, adding a mirror frame can create a custom look that makes a striking style statement in the bath… in minutes. Your local Builders Warehouse have a selection of pine or meranti trim and mouldings that are easily applied around a mounted mirror with No More Nails adhesive.
The simple switch-up of sconces or an overhead light fixture can do wonders to freshen up a bathroom. Bar lights keep the overall mood sleek and uncluttered but don't be afraid to inject drama. Even the simplest white bathroom - white walls, white subway tile and white vanity - becomes suddenly transcendent with elaborate lighting. Just remember, put everything on dimmer switches so the room can easily move from clean and functional to romantic refuge.
Each of these simple projects can be accomplished with very little time or expense – but your enjoyment of your new bath will be immeasurable.