Budget-Friendly Small Bathroom Remodel Idea for Less Than $500.00

Are you looking for Small Bathroom Remodel Ideas on a budget? Remodeling can be expensive, but with some creative ideas, you don’t have to break the bank. These budget-friendly remodeling ideas were used to update our tiny beach cottage bathroom.

We have a tiny beach cottage built in the 1940s, and it’s only 460 sq. ft.

You may have followed along as we remodeled the bedroom, living room, and kitchen last year. Each project was accomplished with a limited budget, and we are happy with the results.

I recently shared my faux wallpaper technique for this space, so you already have a preview of this remodel. This was one of the biggest money saving ideas we used.

First, let’s take a look at the before photos.

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Before Small Bathroom Remodel with Budget in Mind

This space was last updated 17 years ago, and I was into textured faux finishes for the wall.

The entire bathroom was remodeled with a new tile shower and new fixtures.

Because everything was replaced during the last remodel, several things could be used again.

What’s The Cheapest Way To Remodel a Small Bathroom?

First, analyze what needs to be replaced and what you can reuse.

What can be reused?

Begin with a list of items that can be reused or repurposed. Here is my list and comments.

1. The tile still looks great, with no cracks or damaged areas. No need for new tiles.
2. The light fixture is still in good shape, and although I’d like to have new ones, I can live with them.
3. Although the toilet seat needed an update, the toilet didn’t need replacing.
4. Finally, we originally planned on a new vanity cabinet; however, upon closer inspection, it was reusable with some paint and hardware updates.

Any items that can be reused were huge money savers on bathroom renovations.

What Must Be Replaced?

Most of this remodel is cosmetic, which is always a saving when tackling a renovation. Here are the items that would need replacing.

• The wall paint colors definitely needed to be updated.
• The vanity countertop had a small crack, and the sink was stained. Therefore, both needed replacing.
• A new, updated mirror was needed.
• New hardware and paint for the vanity cabinet.
• A new shower curtain and towels would help to refresh the area.

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Small Bathroom Ideas on a Budget

One of the most significant savings was the Wall Stencil technique I recently shared for faux wallpaper.

Because I had most of the supplies, I saved $123.00 on this one area of the project.

Shop For Budget Prices in Bathroom Renovation

Another significant savings was the replacement countertop and sink. We found this budget-friendly marble vanity top with under mount sink at Lowe’s Home Improvement. By shopping for budget prices, the bathroom renovation costs much less.

First, we planned to replace the vanity cabinet, which would have exceeded our budget. After inspecting the cabinet, we felt it was worth saving.

All we needed was a new sink, vanity top, and faucet.

The best deal was purchasing a ready-made countertop with a sink attached. Luckily, we found one that was discontinued at Lowe’s Home Improvement. It was over $100 less than other options. In addition, the faucet was replaced with a slick new Pfister option.

Replace Hardware for Budget Bathroom Makeover

The original vanity cabinet was still in great shape, but the hardware showed signs of wear. Adding new hardware was a budget-minded update that significantly impacted the cabinet’s appearance.

Choose What Will Make the Most Impact When Planning a Bathroom Remodel

Saving money using the previous towel holder and light fixture allowed me to splurge on a new mirror for the tiny bathroom space. Renovation costs will escalate quickly if you replace everything.

Determining what will make the most impact during the renovation planning process is essential when on a budget.

The woven rattan frame and large round shape make the space look larger and more up-to-date. The existing light fixture is hardly noticeable.

Other Small Bathroom Remodel Ideas for the Beach Cottage

Here are some other small bathroom remodel ideas that saved us money.

The bathroom shower and toilet area also received an update. With a new coat of Balboa Mist paint and a $5.00 thrift store shower curtain find, the space looks fresh and new on a dime.

The entire house has been updated, and all the rooms feature similar paint colors for a cohesive look.

The view from the remodeled kitchen now shows a bright and airy small bathroom with updated features.

Resources

To see resources used in the remodel, scroll the images and click for more details.

More Remodeling Ideas Used in the Tiny Cottage.

In case you missed seeing these projects, here is a list for your convenience.

• Tiny House Ideas for Beach Cottage Before & After
• 7 Creative Small Bedroom Ideas
• How To Add A Wood Accent Wall
• How To Build An Open Kitchen Cabinet
• Thrifted Coastal Farmhouse Decor on a Budget
• How to Make A DIY Nautical Mirror
• How To Use Wall Stencil To Create Faux Wallpaper
• How To Add Lighting without Wiring

Plus.. you may enjoy this article.

• Easy Bathroom Refresh

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