{"id":22650,"date":"2021-03-31T15:24:40","date_gmt":"2021-03-31T22:24:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/?p=22650"},"modified":"2024-03-13T13:47:42","modified_gmt":"2024-03-13T20:47:42","slug":"cheap-bathroom-remodel","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/cheap-bathroom-remodel\/","title":{"rendered":"11 Cheap Bathroom Remodel Ideas That Read Spa-like"},"content":{"rendered":"

Crisp subway tiles, fluffy towels, an LED back-lit mirror \u2014 you dream of upgrading your bathroom every time you brush your teeth. And with our cheap bathroom remodel ideas, you can completely transform your grooming space without shelling out the median bathroom renovation cost of $32,000<\/a>.<\/p>\n

We\u2019ve curated a list of the 11 best bathroom remodeling tips that cost under $200. For added insight to these upgrades\u2019 resale value, we spoke with Victoria Wilkinson, the Listings Director for a top-selling brokerage<\/a> in Saratoga Springs, NY, who just recently completed her own bathroom renovation.<\/p>\n

1. Frame your dated built-in mirror<\/h2>\n

Counter-to-ceiling built-in mirrors instantly date your bathroom. For a quick fix, add a wooden frame around the mirror. This DIY project requires few tools and only takes four hours to complete<\/a>. Paint the frame white to brighten the room, or opt for a dark gray shade for a more contemporary twist.<\/p>\n

Estimated cost: <\/b>$25-$50<\/a><\/p>\n

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2. Paint the walls a cheerful color<\/h2>\n

Non-neutral wall colors<\/a> can be hit or miss. However, bathrooms are the perfect space to experiment with your wild side since they\u2019re small and relatively easy to repaint. Purchase paint samples to test a few colors before you commit to a gallon \u2014 paint\u2019s appearance varies depending on the natural and artificial lighting in a room.<\/p>\n

We love these designer-approved colors<\/a> for powder rooms and primary bathrooms:<\/p>\n