DIY Half Bath Renovation

11 years ago

We really wanted to redo our main floor half bathroom and on a budget. All of the trim and door were painted muslin white to lighten it up and the walls were painted toasted white.We tiled the wall with stacked stone, added 2 pendant lights and a recessed light. I bought a side table and retrofit it into a vanity for the vessel sink. The ceramic rectangle vessel sink from signature hardware fit nicely onto the side table. We also bought a wall faucet to give a luxurious, spa feel to the bathroom. The beveled mirror was picked out hoping it would give the bathroom height. Hope you guys like it!

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Chrissy Torres
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11 years ago

Thanks everyone for sharing your thoughts! It ended up just like I imagined it! The stone tile was a huge risk but I was willing to take it in a half bath. I wanted that wow factor! If it makes me smile I'm willing to put the work into keeping it clean :)

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The Modern Source Inc.
11 years ago
That's stunning!
neilmccauley
11 years ago
I like it. Ledger stone is fine in bathrooms just make sure it's sealed with a good product and you'll be fine. It's when people install this material in showers that's kinda risky. You could get scratched up if you bump into it and mold could be a problem if you don't have adequate ventillation.
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abbyjean
11 years ago
Oh, you did an amazing job on this room!!!
Nelya Tishkevich
11 years ago
That'S Perfect!
Debbie George
11 years ago
wow, it wasn't painted white. I do like this change. Lovely
Cheryl Lunetta
11 years ago
I've been wanting to use stone in my powder room. We have a wrap around fire place with all stone just on the other side. Decor is log cabin sheek. I think this would be a great continuation of that. Thanks for the inspiration - looks great!
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M J Draperies and Interiors
11 years ago
Looks great! Probably a high pressure steam cleaning will be great option of cleaning those tile.
neilmccauley
11 years ago
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As I look at the bathroom further, the only change I would of suggested is building out or just half the wall for a wall mounted toilet. WMT has a much more sleek modern look with a much easier to clean bowl. lets face it, nothing is worse than cleaning the footing of a toilet attached to the floor.
sw2walker
11 years ago
What can I use around the tub besides wall Tile? can use water proof paint?
neilmccauley
11 years ago
Depends what your substrate is made of. If its green board you could do something crazy like that but I remember there was a company making a plastic sheet in different colors that could work but the issue is where your tub butts up against the material. You'd have to lay a perfect bead of silicone to prevent water ingress behind the tub which could cause water damage and rot. Why not just do a do it yourself project over the weekend and just tile the it?
Creative Moi
11 years ago
Wow. Big impact in a small place. Congrats!
bereall
11 years ago
Tiles are so difficult to clean, otherwise great trsnsformation.
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Sustainable Dwellings
11 years ago
I love it!
Susan Vale
11 years ago
Looks great. Job well done!
rubyhunt
11 years ago
I like the bathroom wall but it's true it will be difficult to clean since it is already there take a brush or a broom to clean the dust that will stick in the crevices do it often so this will not stick and stay there because later will be more difficult for you to clean it
bereall
11 years ago
If I could choose, the walls would be all fiberglass or something easy to clean. Ha!
bereall
11 years ago
If I could choose, the walls would be all fiberglass or something easy to clean. Ha!
bereall
11 years ago
If I could choose, the walls would be all fiberglass or something easy to clean. Ha!
dean1986
11 years ago
what is the sq.ft. if u don't mind me asking its fab and top quality?????
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JCA Design Group
11 years ago
Beautiful job! I love the color palette, and the hanging pendant lights are perfect.
Chrissy Torres
Original Author
11 years ago
The wall square footage was 35 sq ft. The whole bathroom is pretty small, just the typical half bath size to fit the toilet and sink!
Nancy Travisinteriors
11 years ago
Hang some nice towels and you're done. Great job.
sandyhamilton123
11 years ago
Looks great!
andreadenize
11 years ago
Omg you did amazing!!!!! May i ask you the type/name of tile rock you used? Where did you buy it? Did you install it yourself? Its beyond amazing!!!!
D. W. Jones
11 years ago
Well done - it looks awesome and the pain cleaning it is irrelevant compared to the feeling you get every time you admire it. Life is short so enjoy it by taking those risks, it can always be changed again. I would take the time to seal it as was suggested, at least the bottom half. The picture is unclear at my end and am wondering what sort of faucet and taps you used, do they come out of the wall? And yes, make it a girls only space OR adopt a sit down only rule.
Chrissy Torres
Original Author
11 years ago
Wow thanks everyone! I did install the tile by myself and it wasn't that hard! It's called desert Quartz and I bought it at Lowes. We had to move the shut off valves to the basement and run the new pipes up in the wall for the wall faucet. That was the trickiest part! Houzz is actually writing an article about our bathroom next week and it will say everything we used in the project! Super exciting!
bereall
11 years ago
dw jones, girls only. you are ridiculous.
bereall
11 years ago
dw jones, girls only. you are ridiculous.
bereall
11 years ago
dw jones, girls only. you are ridiculous.
Elizabeth Collett
11 years ago
Love it! And love the tile! None of the men in my life have peed on the walls of a bathroom so I think it's fine!
User
11 years ago
How exciting that your bathroom is going to be featured! As I'm sure you know from this posting, you will have myriad responses to the article. Just ignore all the silly comments and know that you've done a fabulous job. Remember, it takes a thick skin to weather the Houzz storm but you can be assured that you've accomplished exactly what you set out to do and it's beautiful!
Chrissy Torres
Original Author
11 years ago
Tink0214 I have to say that I consider myself lucky if my 7 year old hits the water lol He's even hit the shower curtain in our other bathroom! I gave him a strict warning and he knows I mean business :)
Barbara Sewell
11 years ago
Beautiful transformation done on a budget which was ........... ?
lauro222426
11 years ago
stunningly beautiful!
Claudia B
11 years ago
Looks amazing!!
mamabear2014
11 years ago
I love the stacked stone! Nice job!
Griffin
11 years ago
Beautiful transformation!!! Love the stone wall. Re: comments on keeping it clean: just use a brush attachment and vacuum it periodically.
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OTM Designs & Remodeling Inc.
11 years ago
Beautiful wall!
Chrissy Torres
Original Author
11 years ago
We spent around $900, not too shabby.. I can include a price break down or the article will include it too.
thedivinemscarla
11 years ago
You did great. I look forward to another DIY article, those are the best Houzz articles for us normal people.
D. W. Jones
11 years ago
Hey Berall, yes boys can be messy and I was siding with a few of the previous comments. You may think girls only is ridiculous, but so is fibreglass and the fact you push the submit comment button 3 times when u post. :). Three is only necessary when it comes to 3 cheers for Chrissy!
jdbdabrmb
11 years ago
Try using The Original Be's Wax to keep the tiles clean. This is *amazing* stuff for cleaning wood, tile, glass, granite, mirrors, marble, etc. I have not seen it in stores but it is available online...just don't get it on your floors as it is very slippery. Lovely redo of this bathroom...looks like your hard work paid off!
Chrissy Torres
Original Author
11 years ago
Haha awesome D W Jones lol Cheers to no boys allowed :)
21cylo
11 years ago
Beautiful transformation. I am surprised so many people have to clean the walls behind their toilets. If you train your little ones (and hubby) to "take a seat," this should not be a big problem. I would think a quick once over with a vacuum hose once a week should suffice.
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The RTA Store
11 years ago
Looks fantastic! Love the stone used on the wall! Really creates a nice focal point.
Chrissy Torres
Original Author
11 years ago
If anyone's interested, I am working on my new diy blog and I put the how-to steps I took to redo the bathroom! Well the first half is up :) It's www.mommystoolbelt.com!
chrissiekirk
11 years ago
You sure did put your own stamp on this room! Five Stars...Huge Applause! Love it!
kyleymarielena
11 years ago
This is beautiful! Congratulations on your amazing job
User
11 years ago
Excellent DIY job. Great choice of materials.
Emily
11 years ago
That looks amazing!!

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