You can absolutely enjoy the look of your bathroom without spending thousands of dollars on a remodel. Making small, inexpensive changes can make the room feel new again without requiring a large investment of time or money. Here are five of our favorite DIY tricks to transform your bathroom.

• Paint It All

Sure, painting the walls is the first thing that comes to mind when it’s time for a bathroom refresh, but why would you stop there? While you’re at it, make sure that you give the ceiling, trim, and doors a fresh coat as well. When you’re choosing colors, go back to the basics and use the color wheel to select shades that will complement one another.

Looking to make an especially bold statement? Choose an eye-catching color for an accent wall or use two-tone painting to create instant contrast.

 

• Upgrade Your Hardware

Switching out your hardware is easy, inexpensive, and almost effortless. It might be tempting to jump on the latest trends (we’re looking at you, acrylic and metallic gold hardware) but brushed chrome and nickel options are your best bet for a timeless look that won’t need to be updated again in the next 5 years. Start with cabinet and drawer handles, then consider if you’re ready to tackle plumbing fixtures or if you need to call a plumber.

• Refresh the Mirror

Replacing a dated mirror is one of the fastest ways to transform your bathroom. A large mirror over a single sink makes the room feel bigger, two smaller mirrors over double sinks bring a modern feel. 

 

• Add Life Using Plants

What’s not to love about a touch of greenery and some fresh air in your bathroom? Choose plants that thrive on warmth and humidity, and be wise about light levels; you definitely need different plants in your windowless hall bathroom versus your sunny master bathroom. 

Here are a few of our top choices: 

• asparagus fern
• philodendrons
• orchids
• weeping fig
• snake plant
• spider plant

• Add New (to you) Tile or Flooring

Replacing the bubblegum pink shower tile may not currently be in your budget or skillset, but you know what probably is? Painting it. 

Tired of looking at the well-worn linoleum that came with your bathroom? Cover it up.

 

Swing by your local hardware store and you’ll find a number of options that allow you to refresh your bathroom surfaces without replacing them. Thanks to tile paint, you can enjoy bright white tiles instead of the avocado-green they once were. To transform your floor, you can use stencils to paint a tile-like pattern or use peel-and-stick tiles and cover the current flooring. Just be sure to complete all necessary prep work and follow every step of the directions to ensure your hard work can last long-term.

 

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