Bathroom Makeover Ideas
Bathroom Remodeling Ideas That Can Transform
your Bathroom into a Sanctuary
By: Mark J. Donovan
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Bathrooms take a lot of use and
abuse. In addition, bathroom features such as flooring, wall coverings and
window treatments typically go out of style within just a few years.
Consequently bathroom makeover projects are very common with homeowners. There
are numerous bathroom makeover ideas that you can employ to transform your
bathroom into a modern one. Some are rather expensive while others are very
inexpensive. Summarized below is a list of key bathroom remodeling ideas that
you may want to consider in your bathroom makeover project.
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Custom Ceramic
Tiled Shower
If you have a large bathroom that
includes separate tub and shower areas you may want to consider replacing the
old fiberglass shower stall with a custom ceramic tiled shower. A custom ceramic
tiled shower is an awesome way to upgrade your bathroom, however it does require
quite a bit of work and is fairly expensive. At the root of every custom ceramic
tiled shower is a mortar shower pan.
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You can build your own mortar shower
pan, as many Do-it-Yourself homeowners do, to save on costs. If you are
interested in building your own mortar shower pan see my Ebook titled
“Installation of Shower Pan Liner”. Also, if you need help on tiling a shower
stall, see my Ebook on “How to Ceramic Tile a Shower”. Also consider the
inclusion of a glass shower door if you plan on a custom ceramic tiled shower.
This way you can enjoy the beauty of your ceramic tiled shower just as much from
the outside of it.
In regards to the bathtub, you may want to consider replacing the old tub if it
is damaged in anyway.
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Alternatively you could restore it or
install a tub insert over it, if it is permanently stained. Replacing a tub or
installing a tub insert over the existing tub is quite pricey, however it will
hold up to the test of time. Refinishing an existing bathtub typically only
lasts a few years.
Tiling Bathroom
Floor
Another excellent bathroom makeover
idea is to remove the old bathroom flooring and install a bathroom tiled floor.
If you decide on this bathroom makeover idea, make sure the subfloor is properly
prepared for ceramic floor tile. Typically ¼” thick cement backerboard or
exterior grade plywood is fastened over the existing subfloor. This step is
critical for preventing any floor deflection. Any floor deflection could cause
the ceramic floor tile to break or loosen up.
Also, when installing a ceramic tiled floor it is best to remove the existing
bathroom vanity, toilet and baseboard trim. You will save time and achieve a
better looking tile job.
Replace Bathroom
Vanity, Countertop and Faucet
Bathroom vanities, countertops and
faucets take a lot of abuse so consider the replacement of them as one of your
top bathroom makeover ideas. Prices for bathroom vanities, countertops and
faucets vary significantly. Off-the-shelf ones are readily available and the
most affordable, whereas custom ones, as you can imagine, can be extremely
expensive and have long lead times.
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Refinish / Replace
Bathroom Door and Baseboard Trim
Baseboard trim is relatively
inexpensive and easy to install. You will however, need a miter saw, coping saw,
hammer and nail punch. There are many types of baseboard trim to choose from. I
would suggest splurging a little with the baseboard trim and going with
something a little more fancy, since most bathrooms are relatively small.
If the bathroom door is looking dinged up and spotted from moisture damage,
consider either replacing it or restoring it. If it is a solid door and is
functioning well, it may be worth the investment to restore it, as replacing a
bathroom door of this type can be pricey.
Bathroom Window
Treatments
Another basic but extremely common
bathroom makeover idea is to replace all of the bathroom window treatments. This
includes the window curtains and shades. When considering bathroom window
treatments consider solutions that will let in a lot of light, and also offer
privacy.
Replace Bathroom
Ceiling Fans
Consider replacing your old bathroom
ceiling fan light fixture. They frequently break down and often look out dated
after just a few years.
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There are affordable and simple to
install solutions that are much quieter today than the older bathroom ceiling
fans of yesteryear.
Replace Bathroom Mirror or Medicine
Chest
Another excellent bathroom remodeling idea is to replace the bathroom mirror or
medicine chest. Frequently bathroom mirrors show signs of aging via dark chip
marks along their periphery. Likewise, bathroom medicine chests become worn out
or dated. These are two great bathroom makeover candidates you should consider
during your bathroom remodeling planning stage.
Replace Toilet Roll and Towel Rods
While planning your bathroom remodeling project also consider the replacement of
the toilet roll and bathroom towel rods. You may want to select ones that will
match the new hardware associated with your new bathroom vanity.
Update Bathroom Lighting
Bathrooms should be bright and cheery. To this end, consider updating your
bathroom light fixtures. Consider multi lamp bathroom light fixtures that go
above and/or to the side of your bathroom mirror or medicine chest.
Replace Old Toilet
I save this bathroom makeover idea for last. If you are happy with how your old
toilet works and it is not damaged in anyway, think twice before replacing it.
The new ones offer much lower gallons per flush cycles, which is
excellent for the environment. This said, they often do not flush as well as
their predecessors. Admittedly the latest low flush toilets do a better job than
the earlier low flush toilet models, so you may get lucky. Just do your homework
first prior to buying a new toilet.
With this list of bathroom makeover ideas you should now be able to develop your
own unique set of bathroom remodeling plans that will ensure a beautiful and
useful living space within your home.
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project, and what to look for when hiring contractors. It
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your own new bathroom remodeling building costs.
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can help provide funds for your new home improvement project if financing is
required.
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