Six Inexpensive Ideas and Tips for Bathroom Remodeling

1. Plan Your Bathroom Renovation Budget.

It is important to have a solid plan. It is important to think about your bathroom budget and what you can afford. Prioritize projects that have the greatest impact on your budget. To ensure that your timeline, budget, and overall design are realistic, you might consider working with an architect or interior designer.

2. Look around for Materials and Labor

It doesn't matter if you are refinishing your floor yourself, or hiring a contractor. You need to shop around for the best deal. Before you start your renovation, compare material costs from different locations and get three to four estimates from contractors.

To find cheap bathroom remodel materials:

• Compare department store prices online.
• Look for bargains in thrift shops, and outlet stores.
• Visit your local store like Tapron
• Use online resources such as Craigslist or Facebook Marketplace.

3. Keep your plumbing in place

Keep your plumbing system as it is. You can't move major plumbing or install new water pipes without breaking the bank. These budget bathroom remodeling ideas will save you the cost of replacing your existing shower, tub, sink, and toilet.

• Instead of replacing the entire toilet seat and lid, replace it with a new one.
• Retrofit your shower system with a modern one.
• Instead of installing a tiled shower, you can install a prefabricated shower.
• Install a new shower curtain or replace your old one.
• Turn your bathtub into a walk in shower.
• Line your bathtub or shower with a liner.

4. Do not go overboard with tile

Although floor-to-ceiling tiles may be beautiful, they can quickly add up. Vinyl flooring or durable linoleum can be a cost-saving option.

Wall tile can be omitted in favor of cheaper alternatives such as mildew-resistant paint or reclaimed wood panels, or wallpaper accent walls. You can reserve a natural stone or ceramic tiles accent wall if you are firmly committed to them.

5. Upgrading Hardware and Fixtures

Even the smallest details can make a big statement. These bathroom renovations are affordable and can transform the space's look and feel.

• Install a new faucet, drain, and handle.
• You can update the hardware of your vanity with copper, brass, or brushed nickel versions.
• Open shelving can be used to maximize counter space in your vanity.

Brushed Brass Single Robe hook 

• You can also add small items such as towel racks, hooks for robes, and toilet paper holders.

Toilet Paper Holders

• Make sure to update your floor registers in line with your new hardware.
• Replacing old track lighting with energy-efficient bulbs is a good idea.
• Change electrical plates and plugs.
• Re-caulk and re-grout your tiles, sink, and shower surrounds.

6. Get Green for Your Bathroom Remodel

It is easy to increase your savings by incorporating water conservation in your bathroom remodel budget. Installing low-flow toilets, showers and sinks can lower your monthly utility bills and reduce your water footprint--especially important in areas affected by drought.