5 Tips to Remodel Your Bathroom on a Budget

Remodeling your bathroom is a home improvement that pays off with added value to your home if or when you decide to sell.  Upgrading the look of your bathroom into a comforting, relaxing space is also enjoyable for the whole family.  Everyone’s budget is different when it comes to a bathroom remodel and you may not have thousands of dollars to spend on creating a deluxe spa retreat.

First of all, determine how much you can afford to spend on your remodel and the extent of the improvements you want to make.  If your budget is on the low end, you can make some very noticeable changes with just cosmetic upgrades such as new paint and bathroom fixtures.  Replacing your tub stopper and overflow plate gives a new look to your tub or shower and is a very inexpensive upgrade.

Here are some tips for remodeling your bathroom on a budget:

1) Update Tub and Sink Fixtures

Updating bathtub and sink fixtures will transform the look of your bathroom especially if your fixtures are corroded or very outdated.  It is easy to remove and replace a bathtub stopper with new products like the Watco SimpliQuick® Tub Fix replacement tub stopper.  With these innovative new tub repair products, you do not even have to remove your existing drain.

2)  Update all Room Fixtures

You can replace your light fixtures, towel racks and toilet paper holder for a relatively small investment.  Plan ahead and choose all matching tub and room fixtures.  Bathtub replacement stoppers come in many finish options such as chrome polish, brushed nickel, or a darker oil-rubbed bronze.

3)  Limit the Tile

Tile can get expensive to purchase and have installed.  If you plan to replace any tile, consider installing a high-impact focus area instead of wall to wall new tile.  You can use expensive tile as a border accent next to less expensive tile. 

4)  Paint

Adding a new coat of paint is one of the easiest, least expensive and most noticeable improvements you can make to any room.  Be sure to caulk and seal around your tub and sink for a nice finish when painted. 

5)  Save on Counters

New stone countertops like granite can get expensive, especially in large areas like a kitchen.  Installing new countertops in a bathroom should be less costly, although it still pays to shop around and be patient.  You can oftentimes find a deal on some nice countertop if you speak with a tub and tile store and ask for pieces with blemishes or slight damage.  This might be the area where your sinks will be installed and will not matter at all for your use. 

Sometimes, all it takes is a new coat of paint and new tub fixtures to turn your bathroom from drab to dazzling.  If you want to do a little more, replace all your room’s fixtures and shop around for deals on tile.  You can absolutely upgrade your whole bathroom on a budget with a little planning and the right tub repair supplies on hand.


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