Tiny Tweaks Yield Big Results in Bathroom Remodeling

Bored with your bath?  Remodeling high-profile items such as flooring, a vanity, or the tub/shower will make a big visual update, but these come with a hefty budget. And, if you’re like most homeowners, you may not have the time, knowledge or budget for a major overhaul.

Luckily, in a small space, “remodeling lite,” or making tiny tweaks, can make a big difference in the style and functionality of your bath. Here are a few ideas that anyone can do within a few hours (or even minutes) – and with minimal budget – that will make the space more usable and stylish.

Unique accessories

To start your update, add new accessories.  You can refresh your bath with a few new items that can add flair to function and allow you to alleviate some common “pet peeves” at the same time.

Not replacing the toilet paper is right at the top of that pet peeves list.  A recent innovation to bathroom remodels is a pivoting paper holder.  This innovative, “why didn’t anyone think of this before” holder enables users to change the roll by simply lifting the bar – no unwieldy spring needed.  Check out any of your local home repair or hardware stores to get a look at the specific styles available.

Mirror makeover

Mirrors tend to take up the majority of real estate in the bathroom … yet they’re often unattractive and plain. Uniquely shaped, decorative mirrors are an ideal solution – however they may involve a bit of wall touch-up from the removal of your current mirror. Another option is to add a decorative frame around your current plate-glass mirror. You can measure and create a frame yourself, or simply purchase a kit.  These provide a unique installation system that is quick, easy and secure … even for a novice do-it-yourselfer.

Simplify storage

The bathroom is host to many activities – which means it also needs to store a lot of “stuff.” Adding simple storage solutions, such as hooks, shelves and decorative jars can add some sanity and style to your bath … and luckily many solutions are extremely inexpensive.

Another pet peeve?  Discarded clothing and towels on the bathroom floor.

Hooks are an ideal solution to keep items, from towels to robes, close at hand, yet off the floor. Most accessory collections offer matching robe hooks – or for a tool-free installation, try a new towel bar or shower rod hook, an S-shaped hook that fits right onto your current towel bar or shower rod.

And, since 20 percent of men think that leaving toiletries on the counter is an annoyance, adding a shelf near the sink can be helpful to keep the vanity neat and clean. To also maintain a stylish look, use decorative jars on the shelf to conceal items ranging from cotton balls to toothbrushes.

Green with envy

Green tones are the new hottest trend, increasing in popularity from 14 to 24 percent of bathroom remodels in the last year. So, whether you add a splash of green to your walls or a hint with bath towels – your new stylish bath will surely be the envy of your guests.

With minimal investment – both time and money – you’ll have a bath with maximum style and functionality.

Courtesy of ARA Content