This may be the biggest bang for my buck update I’ve done so far. The transformation in the basement bathroom is astounding! The room appears larger, is way more functional and although there’s no natural light it is much brighter. Since there was no major construction in the space I was able to DIY (do it yourself) the entire bathroom refresh so the update was done economically. It is also easily repeatable for anyone else looking to refresh a space on a budget! Check out the before and after DIY bathroom refresh and how I did it below.
Before and After
Side by side comparison of the before and after DIY bathroom refresh. Scroll to bottom for how much I actually spent, what I bought and what I didn’t. As well as a summary of the updates I did to transform the space on a dime!
What I did
- Removed existing hardware (towel bar, toilet paper holder, hooks, toothbrush holder, etc) and repaired all the walls. Blog on DIY wall repair already in the works!
- Painted walls with Sherwin Williams Alabaster SW 7008. I’ve used this neutral white color in other rooms of my home and it looks good everywhere! It is not a stark white but not as warm as beige. It is a favorite of mine because it goes with any decorating style or color palette. If you ever are unsure of paint colors I highly recommend trying Samplize.com paint samples. They have saved me lots of time and money when it comes to picking the right paint color. Here is a post of my review of the company HERE.
- Painted wood medicine cabinet. Sanded, primed then painted the wood cabinet same color as walls (Alabaster).
- The rest is decor! I spent less than $250 on new decor. The new purchases include a small dresser, two decorative hanging shelves, a wine rack (YUP! the TP holder is actually a wine rack! LOL) and a three shelf stand all from Home Goods as well as a 4ft round rug from Amazon here. All other decor is reused from around my home.
Check out my other DIY posts
BATHROOM – This one was on the main floor of our home and also done on a dime!
ROOM UPDATES – Ella’s first home got a refresh and update
MASTER BATH UPDATE – Another bathroom that got a refresh this past year!
DIY HOME GYM – This has been one of the most popular posts on my website this year due to COVID and everyone working out at home!
DIY MASTER BEDROOM WEEKEND REDO – I knocked this DIY room refresh out in a single weekend!
HOW TO MASTER YOUR MASTER BEDROOM – A few good tips to know here!
HOW TO CHOOSE A ROOM TO REDO – helpful if you are thinking of a DIY project at home.
DIY OFFICE REDO – another refresh project started and finished in a single weekend!
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Amazing job. It looks totally different & bigger. You are so talented and creative. You make it look easy. You should decorate for others & make a fortune. So proud of you and so glad I get to see all of your posts.