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You don’t have to spend a fortune if you want to update your bathroom in your St George home. Whether you’re looking at updating an ’80s bathroom on a budget because you plan to sell your home or you’re looking for small bathroom ideas to make your bathroom more stylish for your family, there are many clever ways you can achieve this.

Cosmetic bathroom renovations

If you’re on a budget or you don’t want to overcapitalise, there are plenty of small cosmetic changes that you can make to your bathroom to update the look. One thing you should consider is leaving the plumbing where it is so that you keep the cost down. Then, add some of the following simple touches:

• Update the tapware for a whole new look. If you visit your local Bunnings or bathroom hardware store, you’ll find an amazing array of gorgeous tapware that doesn’t cost a fortune. Consider matt black taps for a trendy look or rose gold ones for a more luxe finish. Make sure you get a matching shower head to complete the look.
• Are you wondering how to replace bathroom tiles on a budget? Replacing wall tiles can be expensive, so why not just freshen them up by replacing the grout. You’ll be amazed at the difference this makes .
• When choosing colours, make sure that you stick to a three-colour scheme if you want your bathroom to look modern, stylish and spacious.
• While you’re replacing the grout, consider repainting any walls that are not tiled. And, don’t forget the ceiling.
• Add a plant or two to give your bathroom a tropical feel. Many indoor plants absolutely love the humidity in a bathroom.

Small bathroom makeover ideas on a budget

If you only have a small bathroom, you need to be clever with the space that you have. You can use some of the following tricks to make your bathroom appear larger.

• Replace your current shower screen with a frameless one. This really helps to open up the space and is easier to clean.
• Add a large mirror with a pretty frame. Colour-coordinate the frame with the new tapware you’ve installed for a more cohesive look.
• If it’s easy enough to do, you can even replace some of the tiles with mirrored ones to help reflect light back into the room.
• Replace that bulky vanity unit with a floating vanity to give the illusion of space.
• If your tiles are outdated and your bathroom is quite small, it won’t cost all that much to replace them. Go for glossy white tiles that reflect the light. These will make the small space appear larger.

Simple bathroom renovations in a weekend

If you follow our tips, you can complete these simple bathroom renovations in just a weekend ‒ especially if you’re fairly handy and don’t mind doing most of the work yourself. Here are a few more ideas to consider:

• Don’t forget the lighting as this makes a huge difference. You can opt for a more luxurious look by replacing the current overhead light fitting with a more stylish one such as a stunning pendant light.
• Eliminate clutter by investing in some lovely refillable containers for your shampoo, conditioner, body and hand soap. Not only will these make your bathroom look more luxurious but they’ll also save you money if you buy these products in larger quantities.
• Utilise your small space better by installing a narrow shelf over the door. This can hold some gorgeous baskets to store your towels or other bathroom items.
• Instead of a single towel rail, find some multi rail ones that can hold more than one towel. In fact, you can even call an electrician to install a simple heated towel rail.

Now that you’re armed with all these handy tips, take a look at your bathroom and visualise how some of these budget-friendly renovations can really alter the look and feel of this room.

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