Bathroom Bliss – Photo by Chastity Cortijo on Unsplash
We all want a nice, fancy bathroom that makes us feel like we’re in a spa every time we step into it. But, redoing the whole room can cost a lot of money. The good news is that you don’t have to spend a fortune to make your bathroom look better.
With some creative thinking and a bit of elbow grease, you can make your bathroom look new again without breaking the bank.
Table of Contents
Refresh Your Bathroom Grout
Over time, the grout between tiles gets discolored and grimy, making your whole bathroom look dirty even when it’s clean. Refreshing your grout is an inexpensive way to make your bathroom look newer and cleaner.
You can use a special grout cleaner and a hard brush to scrub away the dirt or try a grout pen to color over stained grout lines for a quick fix.
If your tile is in really bad shape and cleaning won’t cut it, look into the best floor and tile removal service in your area. While this is a bigger job, it can still be more affordable than a full bathroom renovation.
The Power of Color
One quick and affordable way to dramatically change the look of your bathroom is with a fresh coat of paint. A new color instantly brightens up the space, creating a whole new atmosphere.
If your bathroom is small, go for light colors to make it feel bigger. For bigger bathrooms, darker colors can add a sense of luxury and coziness. Don’t forget to paint the ceiling too — making it lighter than the walls can make the room feel taller.
Add Some Greenery
With just a few plants, your bathroom can look and feel much nicer. Just make sure to look for ones that like damp places, such as ferns, bamboo, or aloe vera, and pick pots that look good with your bathroom’s style and colours.
Photo by Phil Hearing on Unsplash
If you’re not good at taking care of plants, try air plants that don’t need soil to survive or use fake plants that look real.
You can put the plants in different spots to make your bathroom look interesting. Try hanging them from the ceiling, putting them on the windowsill, or using wall planters to save space.
Update Hardware and Fixtures
Swapping out old, dated hardware and fixtures is like giving your bathroom a mini facelift. You don’t have to change everything, as a few small updates can make the whole room look better.
For example, you can put new knobs on your cabinets and drawers, making sure that they match the style of your bathroom. You can also get a new faucet for your sink to make it look nicer.
A new showerhead — such as a rainfall showerhead — can make your shower more inviting and fun.
Declutter and Organize
Sometimes the easiest way to make your bathroom look better is just to clean up and organize. This doesn’t cost much and can really change how your bathroom looks.
Start by clearing off your counters and putting your everyday items in drawers or cabinets so they’re out of sight. Next, use nice-looking storage items like wicker baskets, glass jars, or pretty containers to keep your stuff in. These not only look good but also keep things handy.
Remember, the goal is to create a clean, uncluttered space that feels relaxing and organized.
Fresh For Less
You can transform your bathroom without taking an all-or-nothing approach. Instead, tackle updates one at a time, taking a creative approach that doesn’t break the bank.
