Bathrooms are the most used spaces in your home and often the most neglected. Renovation and decorating budgets are often spent on areas like kitchens, living rooms, and spaces for your home theater system.
Thankfully, you don’t need a large budget to turn a bathroom from a drab space into one you want to spend time in.
Decorating Your Bathroom on a Budget
You may need to skip replacing the tub and vanity, but it doesn’t mean you can’t turn the room into a personal retreat. All you need is some paint and a few decorative items, and you can create a bathroom you are proud to show off to guests.
Don’t Underestimate the Power of a Fresh Coat of Paint
A simple coat of paint can transfer a bathroom and you aren’t limited to only the walls. You can also update some vanities and cabinets with paint, but it does depend on the materials.
White paint gives the space a simple and elegant look. You can also add some inexpensive white rugs and towels to tie everything together.
Using monochromatic colors in a space is a popular design trend, it’s also an affordable way to create a spa-inspired bathroom. You can choose almost any color for the walls, combining it with darker and lighter shades for the trim and accessories.
Another popular color in kitchens and bathrooms is gray. It’s a warm and soothing color that works well in small bathrooms. You also aren’t limited to a cooler shade of gray, greige is a sophisticated color with a warm tone.
Bring Nature into Your Bathroom
Does your bathroom have windows or a skylight? If so, try to make the most of the natural lighting.
Some home remodeling budgets allow for new or additional window treatments, but it’s not the only way you can bring nature inside.
Adding one or two plants is an inexpensive way to add some natural greenery to the space. Make sure you choose moisture-loving plants to decorate the bathroom. Ferns, bamboo, orchids, and bromeliads are a few examples of plants that thrive in humid conditions.
Wallpaper is Back
Over the last several years, wallpaper’s popularity has been fading. Most homeowners prefer the simplicity of using paint. You don’t have to apply any paste and spend hours smoothing bubbles out of paint.
Thankfully, wallpaper is keeping up with the times. Now, most manufacturers are releasing peel-and-stick products. Attaching the decorative paper to your walls is similar to applying stickers. There’s no messy paste and bubbles under the paper aren’t a problem.
You also have plenty of colors and designs to choose from, including vintage-inspired prints. Use the wallpaper to create a border or cover the entire wall, the choice is up to you.
One tip, wallpaper works best in guest baths and powder rooms. Steam and moisture from the shower can cause the paper to start peeling in bathrooms with frequent use.
Add Wood Accents
Natural wood gives the space a warm and calming atmosphere. You can also find wood accent pieces that won’t blow your remodeling budget.
Look for wood mirror frames or consider installing wood shelving. You can also find sleek wooden vases, and jars with wood accents.
Is It Time To Update Your Bathroom?
Your bathroom gets a lot of use, so shouldn’t it be a comfortable space. You can update a worn-out space without spending a lot of money. Some greenery, the right accent pieces, and a fresh coat of paint can turn a drab bathroom into a fabulous space.
