Bathroom Anywhere Blog

It doesn’t matter if you’re remodeling your entire home or just one or two rooms, renovation can get pretty expensive. If you’re anything like us, you don’t want to spend more money than you have to, which is why we’ve offered you these suggestions to help keep you on budget when you’re remodeling your bathroom.

Paint can go a long way

One of the most inexpensive ways to give your bathroom a fresh new look is simply to give it a new paint job. Not only will a new coat of paint make your bathroom look more up-to-date, but it will also make the room look cleaner, too.

In addition to being an inexpensive and quick way to liven up your bathroom, painting gives you other décor possibilities as well. Make sure to check out our “Simple Ways to Spruce Up Your Bathroom” post to learn how accent stripes can make the room really stand out!

Light up the room a bit

Luckily, most bathroom light fixtures are relatively easy and inexpensive to replace. This will give help contribute not only to the room’s new look, but can also light it in ways it hasn’t been before. There’s one thing you should know about light fixtures: the images online don’t always do them justice. We recommend going to your local home improvement stores and checking them out in person. You’ll get a much better perspective on how they will look in your bathroom.

Know your skill level

Doing much of the remodeling work yourself can save you a lot of money, but if there’s a specific part of the job you’re not comfortable with, there’s no shame in calling a professional. While you might be a great painter, you might not have any experience with electrical work. Utilizing the services of a professional will not only ensure the job is done well, but that it saves you money in the long run.

Refinish what you can

When you’re planning your bathroom renovation, it’s important that you make a determination of what it still usable and what isn’t. If the tiles or fixtures in your shower are more dirty that old or outdated, than a simple deep cleaning might be all that’s needed. You’d be surprised how much of a difference this can make.

What are your tips for remodeling a bathroom on a budget? Tell us in the comments!