Budget Half-Bath Mini-Makeover (Pics!)

15 years ago

I have completed my budget half-bath mini-makeoever (with the exception of still waiting for artwork, toilet lid cover and rug to be delivered ---they are RED). Here is an attempt at showing before and after. The "before" is actually "during". ;-) It is so hard to get pics of such a small space!

I replaced everything in this room MYSELF (plumbing, electrical), except the floor tile and oak cabinet. I like the rustic heavy graining of the oak against the other, more formal items---it works for me. I am ignoring the door and door hardware for now with plans to add trim to them and paint all of them red at the same time later. Will most likely replace door hardware with bronze then too.

The wall color in the first "after" shot is most accurate on my monitor.

BEFORE

...too bad you can't see the lovely early-90's wallpaper border at the ceiling. The mirror was a standard frameless.

AFTER

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Comments (19)

creekylis
Original Author
15 years ago
COST:

Granite sink: $170 (on sale)
ORB framed mirror: $40 (special purchase)
Bronze faucet/drain: $40 (special purchase)
Bronze towel ring and TP holder: $50
Bronze light fixture: $40
New toilet: $130
Paint: $40
Art and accessories: $200

TOTAL: approx $710 (give or take a few misc items)
User
15 years ago
That looks fantastic. And you did it yourself????Pat yourself on the back BIGTIME.
Seriously, it looks great!
(but you didn't replace the diet coke?:)
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prairiedawnpam
15 years ago
VERY NICE job. I love the cranberry red.

...Pam
DLM2000-GW
15 years ago
What a great makeover - big impact for a small space! Well done and love hearing that you did it yourself.
cat_mom
15 years ago
What a big difference for a small space!!! (our bathrooms are small, too, and they ARE impossible to photograph well!)
sunshinetm
15 years ago
You did a great job!!! It looks beautiful! Terri
Christie Santercangelo
15 years ago
Very nice! Would you share where you purchased the faucet, light fixtures at such a great price? Thanks!
creekylis
Original Author
15 years ago
Thanks everyone! I purchased most of the items at Home Depot and just kept my eye open for deals. The light fixture came from a regional home improvement store here called Menards. It was my fourth try, previously purchasing from HD and Lowe's and not loving them when I got home. The red towels and soap dispenser came from Target. I really love doing these budget face lifts with bargains...this way I can change it guilt-free later if/when my taste changes.
les917
15 years ago
You have done a wonderful job - love the colors and the faucet, the whole room feels completely different.

The red is a great accent color, but please reconsider the toilet lid cover. I think it will spoil the elegant, classy feel you have created.
loribee
15 years ago
Wow--- great job!! Looks lovely!!
cooperbailey
15 years ago
Very inspiring for DIYers! great job!
creekylis
Original Author
15 years ago
Les... I appreciate your comment about the toilet lid cover. I'm not a huge fan myself. However, I have been completely unsuccessful in finding an oak lid with ORB hinges---my first choice. The existing white lid looks terribly unfinished. So, I thought I would compromise and cover it with color. Any other ideas?
gsciencechick
15 years ago
Looks great! See the link below from Retrorenovation on how you can order a toilet seat in a custom color. Go for it!

Here is a link that might be useful: Color toilet seats
denali2007
15 years ago
Looks wonderful!
les917
15 years ago
Um, I wouldn't do the oak lid, either. I know it is probably just me, but the wooden lids and seats remind me of an outhouse. Sorry.

I would just get a high-quality white lid to match the toilet, perhaps something with the soft-close hinges if you can get it. Leave the attention items to the walls and the lovely vanity area you have created.
nicole__
15 years ago
I just saw your half bath remodel.....I was posting mine! I didn't mean to post next to another makeover and it's the same size! I like what you did! Interesting that two of us did a makover of a powder room recently! :0) Good job!!!!
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Diane Smith at Walter E. Smithe Furniture
15 years ago
A nice fresh look!
cheryl58
15 years ago
Great job on the remodel! Love the wall color with the red...very classy. I also did not want a toilet cover but alas I broke down and got one because I could not stand the plain white wooden cover so I understand.
User
15 years ago
I agree with everyone it is a gorgeous re-do. It is fun that you and nicole were busily updating 1/2 baths. About the toilet seat...I agree with Les. I think anything but a plain white would really take away. We got a great soft close at Lowes for cheap. I love the way it looks on the Toto toilet...better than the one that came with it. c