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Bathroom Makeover Ideas – $100 Room Makeover Challenge

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Learn some bathroom makeover ideas with weekly updates during the month of January, as part of the $100 room challenge.

Hall bathroom makeover

During the last two Januarys, I have I participated in the $100 Room Challenge hosted by Erin Meyers of Lemons Lavender and Laundry. 

The first year I tackled our master bedroom. It was great to have it all spruced up without spending a ton of money. Last year, I tackled my home office. It was quite a challenge but one that I desperately needed. 

In case you missed them you can find the makeovers here:

This year I’m going after our 2nd-floor hall bathroom.

Now that my girls are in their 20’s and live on their own it’s time to upgrade the bathroom from The Little Mermaid theme to something more grown up and suitable for any guests.

The big question is, “Can I really do this on a $100 budget?”

Fast forward on this makeover:

Week 2 – Vanity Makeover

Week 3 – DIY Window Cornice

Little mermaid shower curtain

Here she is, the little mermaid in all her glory. I still like this shower curtain. It’s so cheery and bright. Even though it’s several years old it’s in great shape. Still, it will be the first thing to go if I want to make this bathroom look more grown up. 

I’m thinking of a theme that speaks to a fresh spa-like vibe. I’d like it to feel very calm and also crisp and clean.

Old bathroom vanity

The second thing to go is this hideous vanity. It’s an original to the house built in the ’80s. I’m going to try to remove the weird decorative molding on the sides, paint it, and replace the hardware.

Old bathroom window treatment

The window will need a new window treatment. I definitely want to replace the drapes but will need something for privacy as this window faces the front of the house. 

Toilet view and wall

This wall above the toilet is screaming for some shelves or new artwork. 

Of course, because this room needs it and it’s free, I’ll use some elbow grease to clean up the existing floor, trim and fixtures.

Bathroom Makeover Ideas Recap:

  • Cleanup existing trim, fixtures, and floor.
  • Purchase new shower curtain and rugs
  • Update vanity with paint and hardware
  • Purchase mini-blinds for the window and create a new valance.
  • Add beauty and function to the wall above the toilet.

All for under $100? It’s a fun challenge and it’s about time this bathroom gets a makeover.

Stop back each Wednesday during this month to see the update for this bathroom and all the other great room makeovers.

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Budget bathroom makeover ideas

Now, let’s see what all these other bloggers are doing for their $100 room challenge:

(The link up starts at 9am EST)

 

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Comments

  1. Oh my goodness “The Little Mermaid” She was my daughters favorite Disney princess and lived in our home for many, many years. She said it was because she did things.

    Love your ideas – have you thought about painting the floors with stencils? I keep seeing that everywhere but not sure I’m brave enough to ever try it.

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    • Thanks Carole. I would love to paint the floor with a stencil. I have noticed many people doing that as well with beautiful results. Unfortunately, that’s where my husband draws the line. At least they are in decent shape.

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    • Thanks Kelli. I’m sad to see The Little Mermaid go but as my girls are in their 20s and are not home as often as I’d like I figured this was a good time to tackle the room. Doing it on a budget is perfect after so much holiday spending.

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  8. I’m so excited to see how your bathroom turns out, Patti! The Little Mermaid was one of mine and my daughter’s favorite movies. I think we went to the movie 5 times! LOL! Sad to see her go but your ideas to spruce up the room sound wonderful!

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