Bathrooms Home Projects

Budget-savvy DIYs ahead!

Yes, you can paint a tile floor.

It’s all in the details!

Sometimes all a dated bathroom needs is a new paint color.

“I didn't like that my powder room looked like my neighbor's, and my neighbor's neighbor,” this homeowner says of her builder-grade “before.”

It’s inspired by a Stevie Wonder song, y’all!

“By using the existing materials in this space, I saved a ton of money, and let’s be honest – who wants to gut an entire bathroom?” this DIYer says. “It’s dirty and dusty and takes FOREVER. Updating a small bathroom with accent walls is a budget-friendly way to add character.”

The “new” blue toilet and sink are must-sees.

This reno only took five days.

The TikToker gave some behind-the-scenes info about all the hard work she put into turning the space into the vintage-inspired bathroom of her dreams.

“It was as boring as a room could possibly be,” this homeowner says of the “before.” The “after” is the complete opposite.

This DIYer came up with a clever money-saving hack for getting the look of lime washed walls.

This bathroom is a colorful, eclectic mix of high-end pieces and secondhand upcycles.

This DIYer "cried real (happy) tears" when she made the discovery during the demo process.

It’s all thanks to wallpaper and gilded accessories.

No major renovations needed.

Karen Graham didn't want her bathroom to totally lose its past.

When these homeowners moved in, the bathroom's 10-year-old renovation had started to look "a little shabby" — and things had only gotten worse from there.

This renovation doubled the kitchen size and made the main bathroom feel way bigger, too.

The bathroom, in its early stages, was "a bland space overall," this homeowner says. See how she added character while still keeping things neutral.

These bathroom makeovers don't tear out quirky retro features — instead, they celebrate them.

"Bathrooms love plants, and plants love bathrooms. Get as many in there as can possibly fit!" this homeowner says.

With the right surroundings, even so-called "dated" fixtures can look contemporary.

The guiding words for this project: "vintage New England with a twist."

Visions of Paris inspired this cozy makeover.

It's got a neutral palette, but it's still a showstopper.

The "after" looks much brighter and cleaner, and the vanity is unrecognizable.

Lots of DIY and plenty of resourcefulness helped keep costs down in this 2000s builder-grade bathroom makeover.

The guest bathroom in this Victorian-era home said goodbye to its wild carpet and hello to statement-making tile.

Updating the surroundings allowed the bathroom's retro charm to come through.

In this bathroom, every wall is a feature wall.

Bye, green carpet and rusted clawfoot tub.

Tiny bathrooms that work well for day-to-day use are the ultimate design feat; this one with a tricky layout sitch was no exception.

Modern updates make the home feel fresh, but special details make it feel totally cozy, too.

This homeowner doesn't shy away from using bold colors in a small space.

A brown bathroom from 1984 gets a major glow up full of on-trend details like green-painted built-ins, fluted wood, and more.

The new look blends contemporary fixtures with vintage touches.

The design takeaways here? Traditional doesn't mean "boring," and small spaces do not have to be exempt from big, bold design choices.

Bold wallpaper? Quirky vintage tile? Spa-like atmosphere? These bathrooms have it all.

"Everything in here was new, but it was builder-grade and looked pretty average," this homeowner says. But with some DIY touches, the new bathroom looks positively luxe.

This pro restorer used historic photos to help revive his 1960s aluminum trailer.

Before, the homeowner wasn't loving the color or the layout. But after, "words can't describe how beautiful the light is in the morning," she says.

"I am most proud that we completed this entire renovation on time and within budget!" this homeowner says. "That rarely happens to us."

This muralist and her husband were looking for a way to make their bathroom feel more luxe without breaking the bank.

This mini makeover is proof that a few personal elements can go a long way in making a just-OK space feel like home.

The square footage stayed the same, but other room-enhancing changes give the illusion of more space.

Smart swaps help give the illusion of more space in this classic and charming bathroom reno.

That stained glass window though!

This DIY looks way more luxe than its under-$1,000 price tag.

The secret to the budget-friendly project: buying secondhand, shopping around, and DIYing it all.

"The before was dull," this renter says. "If the electric mirror wasn't present, the bathroom would've had no hope at all. It felt cold and unwelcoming — not in my dream home!"

A husband-wife duo redesigned this 1988 bathroom.

A key ingredient in this transformation? Paint, of course.

These homeowners were ready for something a little more colorful (and luxe!)

With help from the pros, a DIYer transformed a blank space for $9,600.

A shower with its knob placed outside the cubicle might seem like a crazy idea, but it surprisingly makes a lot of sense.

One renter on TikTok just came up with a brilliant way to temporarily upgrade her bathroom cabinets.

Working with the big stuff that was already in place helped this savvy homeowner create her dream bathroom for a lot less.

"We were in the process of renovating our whole bathroom and really wanted a wooden vanity, but the ones we liked were all out of our budget," this homeowner says. IKEA hack to the rescue!

Whoever said orange is the new pink was seriously disturbed.

Soaking in a nice hot tub of bubbles at the end of the day is a small luxury that can make a big difference. If you make your own, you can choose what scents you want to soak in, and you have the advantage of knowing exactly what’s going on your skin. Also, it can a lot cheaper and just as luxurious as the fancy kinds. The key to a successful homemade bubble bath is to get a good mix of essential oils and the right amount of bubbles.

This bathroom went from bright red to more serene and Mediterranean-inspired.

The bathroom is a great place to start when it comes to making changes to your home as you grow older.

With room for a laundry area!

These homeowners saved thousands on their vanity by DIYing it.

Neutral color scheme and retro-inspired details for the win.

This bathroom redo was not without its challenges, but the final look is so luxe.

While the space worked for Ann during her single years, the couple were looking to give the house some practical upgrades that made it better suited for two people.

Painting and peeling up the old linoleum made a major difference in this redo.

The bold wallpaper is a must-see!

See the "Electric Poppies" wallpaper bring this small gray bathroom to life.

Bold wallpaper and floating fixtures bring this bathroom into the 2020s.