Did you look at flooring options?

@sooz001, not yet, but I figured that would come up. At the moment I think I would be too overwhelmed by all the options. Is there any kind that you were specifically thinking of?

I should also mention that I would prefer wood over fake wood look-alikes, if possible, and it would need to be paintable (color would either be white or green, most likely).

Try vinyl alternatives too.

What kind of vinyl alternatives are you referring to?

Thanks.

I have seen vinyl lapboard at my local hardware store for accent purposes that is paintable. Lightweight easy install.

It may be considered fiberglass or plastic. It is a low end option for bathroom walls.

Use an off-white shiny porcelain subway tile laid in a horizontal running bond pattern, you said you have a low ceiling, lay them vertically side by side end to end, & us a very lt grey grout. It is classic, timeless and one of the least expensive tiles unless you fancy it up.