Budget Bathroom Remodel Ideas

Most people haven’t won the lottery but still want the finer things in life.  If you’re trying to improve your home without breaking the bank these budget bathroom remodel ideas will help!

Completely remodeling, resurfacing, and replacing everything in a master bathroom can cost an easy $20,000 dollars or more.  But that need not be the cost to improve the look of your bathroom.

In this post you’ll learn about the best budget bathroom remodeling ideas to get you the biggest bang for your buck!

Budget Bathroom Remodel Ideas

If you are working with a budget of a thousand dollars or less the type of remodeling projects, you’ll want to focus on are generally cosmetic. These improvements can be new paint, new fixtures, or new sinks.

Budget Bathroom Remodel Planning

Before you call a remodeling company or head for the hardware store you need to know what your budget is.  It’s always a good plan to expect the unexpected and save some of your budget for these types of costs.

Recondition Over Installing New

Remodeling showers and replacing tubs is nice, but very expensive.  You can have either professionally relined to refresh and renew your shower or tub.  Essentially anything made of fiberglass, cast iron, or porcelain can be refinished with the right tools.

When it comes to shower and sink fixtures this is not the case and you’ll spend more trying to recondition them.  It is possible to have them refinished but it is a specialized service and typically comes at a premium cost.

Refresh Grout & Caulking

Grout and corners might make up a small portion of your bathroom’s overall surface area, but it makes a big impact.  When it’s grimy it detracts from the look of your tile, which can be a highlight for your bathroom.  Replacing old caulking and getting the grout cleaned makes a bigger visual impact than you might imagine.

Consider Used Fixtures

One way some homeowners save on their remodel is to buy used showers, tubs, toilets, and other fixtures.  Depending on where you live you may be able to find items you can use on Craigslist, eBay, Facebook buy/sell/trade groups, and more.  Buying used saves money when you’re on a budget.

Install Eco-Friendly Upgrades

There are low flow showers, sinks, and toilets that can save you money on water.  In addition some cities offer rebates or incentives for installing low flow water conserving toilets.  Check with your local city government to learn about local incentives or rebates for installing eco-friendly items.

Fresh Paint Your Bathroom

One of the easiest and most effective ways to update, renew, and refresh your bathroom during a remodel is to throw up a fresh coat of paint.  Whether it’s your original color or you choose something new it will improve the appearance of your bathroom.

Do Your Demolition

If you have a clear vision of how you want your bathroom, the tools, and the time you can do your own demolition and usually save some money.  If you choose to do this ensure you use safety goggles, wear clothing that covers your legs and arms, and always put safety first.  Wood, fiberglass, glass, tile, and other common materials you may be taking out can break suddenly.  If you aren’t protecting yourself, you can be injured by flying debris or nails.