5 Things You Must Know About Renovating on a Budget

Are you feeling indecisive about a home because of the look of the outdated and unattractive bathroom? Or maybe you have been in the same home for a while and you’re just ready for a fresh change. Maybe you’re hoping to sell your home and you know you’ll get a better price with an updated bathroom. Bathrooms can be one of the most expensive parts of the house to renovate, but it’s really about making the choices that don’t cost you a crazy amount. There are ways to get around the high expense of the bathroom as long as you plan accordingly and put in the effort. Here are some ideas for remodeling your bathroom on a budget.1. First things first. Set a budget for yourself and with your contractor if you choose to have one. Making a budget right off the bat will guide all the decisions that you make. Make a budget for each aspect of the bathroom as well. Set how much you want to spend on flooring, how much you want to spend on lighting, how much you want to spend on fixtures, etc.2. Change up the tiles and paint the walls. You would be surprised at how easy it is to make an old bathroom look new again just by changing these two things. If your bathroom is a little bit darker, you can change that by getting new tile that is brighter with a gloss finish. Also consider reglazing the existing tile. The cost is usually under $500 and looks completely new! Or say your bathroom is smaller; a brighter coat of paint will give the illusion that you have more space.3. Freshening caulk and grout is important. When grout and caulk get grimy it looks terrible. Cleaning the grout and adding straight clean lines of caulk around the tub and sink will make a huge difference giving your bathroom a little more sparkle. This could be used instead of getting new tile, but it will also make your new tile look that much better if you pay attention to it and keep it updated over the years.4. Update the lighting in your bathroom. Older light fixtures can bring down the feel of your bathroom and make it seem dated. Investing in newer more elegant and modern lighting will instantly make the space seem fresher.5. Be smart when updating fixtures. One of the biggest costs in a bathroom remodel will be fixtures, such as the toilet, sink and tub. Keeping the same floor plan that you already have will making plumbing easier. If you absolutely want to replace your fixtures then going for the standard white no-frills fixtures will keep your budget in check.Finish off with great looking towels, unique hooks, decorator pieces, and containers.Remodeling isn’t easy and it will certainly take some time, but hopefully these tips will help you get a head start on budgeting and give you an idea of how to make that bathroom look brand new!