While this bathroom looks like it’s had major surgery, the magic ingredient in its overhaul was paint. If there’s anyone who can renovate on a shoestring, it’s Cherie Barber. See how she gives this space-challenged bathroom an instant and affordable facelift.
Out with the old
The vanity was definitely beyond salvaging, so out it went, along with the rickety old mirrored cupboard above. However, as that was the only storage in the bathroom, I chose a new floor-standing vanity with ample storage, and a generous mirror above.
The combination of colours and patterns made this dated bathroom a real eyesore!
Wall paint in a pale grey hue provided a subtle contrast in colour.
big paint job
The ghastly wall tiles and peachy bath were actually in good condition, so it was a case of reinventing their good looks. Using White Knight tile paint and bath tub epoxy enamel, we deftly concealed the offending colours beneath.
Suddenly those floor tiles looked almost funky!
The old fittings looked cheap and nasty.
The new glass screen and divider add a touch of shiny class.
end of an era
As with the other bathroom, this old timer demanded a modern shower. An aluminium framed shower replaced the original walk-in shower and shabby glass divider. New tapware was the final touch in a miracle makeover.
All up, the new bathroom cost $1903 and was completed over a weekend, proving that creativity and hard work can triumph over a meagre budget.
BUDGET BREAKDOWN
Shower screen $500
Mirror $120
Tapware $277
Vanity $259
Blind $150
Tile paint & primer $87
Tub & basin paint $85
Plumbing $425
TOTAL $1903
