Have you been putting off a much-wanted or needed bathroom makeover because of the price? Stop waiting and settling! It’s possible to create the stunning bathroom of your dreams without breaking the bank.
Not convinced? In this blog, we’ll show you how it’s possible and give you all the tips you need to breathe new life into your bathroom while sticking to your budget constraints.
Understand and Set Your Budget Constraints
We often tend to have this preconceived notion that the more we spend the better quality we can achieve. Unfortunately, this can tend to be true, but it doesn’t mean you can’t still transform your space on limited funds, because you absolutely can!
So, if you’re planning a bathroom reno on a budget then the first step needs to be setting your budget constraints. Start by looking at your available savings, while considering what you need to keep aside for other living or recreational expenses. While a new bathroom can make a massive difference to your home life, it’s not worth going into debt for.
To stay on track, set a number and make it as final as possible, remembering that you may need a little wiggle room for unexpected costs. Now you can start planning!
Assess Your Current Bathroom
When renovating on a limited budget, you may need to look at where you can cut costs and save money. One of the best ways you can do this is by assessing the state of your current bathroom. Consider whether it needs a complete overhaul or whether there are some parts that you can keep or upcycle.
If you’re renovating on limited funds, try not to replace anything that you don’t need to. Consider if you can save your vanity cabinet with a bucket of paint, or if you can make your bathroom sink look more attractive with some shiny new tapware instead of replacing the whole unit.
By keeping or upcycling some of your existing furnishings or fixtures you will be able to save money for the most important parts of the renovation.
Choose Whether to DIY or Hire Professionals
The next step is to consider whether you can DIY it or whether you will require professional plumbers to help. If you can do parts of the reno yourself and only require plumbers for complex plumbing jobs then you will be able to save a significant amount of money on labour costs.
Many simple parts of a bathroom makeover can be tackled yourself with a little research and know-how, such as disconnecting, removing and replacing tapware or showerheads. Whereas, more complex jobs like redirecting pipes or replacing a toilet may require a professional plumber.
But when choosing between DIY and professionals, make sure that you consider the risks of whatever task you’re planning to undertake and only do what you feel confident that you can tackle safely.
Smart Shopping Tips for Finding Budget-Friendly Materials
The next place that many people blow their budget on is their new plumbing fixtures and materials. Make sure to keep your budget constraints handy and stick to them when choosing bathroom sinks, vanities, toilets, showers and any other materials that you may need.
At Everhard Industries, we’re passionate about manufacturing high-quality bathroom plumbing fixtures that look great and stand the test of time, all while being affordable.
Our vitreous china bathroom basins are all highly durable for daily usage so you can have a stunning sink without breaking the bank. Or if you’re looking to upgrade your vanity and sink together, we also have a wide range of affordable bathroom vanities in various sizes and configurations with cabinets and drawers to suit your style and storage needs.
Similarly, our toilets are manufactured with durable materials that feel great to use and look great in your bathroom and are affordable for tight budgets.
Budget-Friendly Bathroom Makeover Ideas
Along with these main tips for keeping your bathroom makeover on a budget, there are also other things you can do to upgrade your bathroom without spending a lot of money.
You can start by refreshing old or rusted handles on your existing vanity or cabinets with shiny modern options. Similarly, you can change out old tapware that leaks or is faded or rusty with new ones to give your sink or shower a fresh look and feel.
Secondly, you can try painting old cabinets or walls to give the whole room a new look and feel. It can be amazing how much a fresh coat of paint can do. For example, a bright white paint job can make a room feel instantly light, bright and clean.
Finally, consider the decor. Adding your personal touches such as new towels, soap dispensers, toothbrushes and holders can liven up the room and make it feel more homely. You can also consider adding real or faux plants for more colour and a touch of nature.
Create the Bathroom of Your Dreams on a Budget
Now that you know that it is possible to upgrade your bathroom on a tight budget, it’s time to go forth and plan and create the stunning bathroom of your dreams. Stop waiting for the money to magically appear in your bank account; make a plan with your available funds and jump into a bathroom makeover!
By creating strict budget constraints, being particular about what to replace and what to upcycle, doing a little work yourself and choosing high-quality yet affordable fixtures you won’t have to worry about going into debt for a fresh bathroom.
For more inspiration for your bathroom makeover, check out our complete range of Everhard Industries bathroom products, made right here in Australia, for Australians.