When you are getting ready to sell your home, consider paying particular attention to the details that buyers look for. For their size, bathrooms get a lot of attention. Here are 5 under $1000 upgrades you can do to better positive impact and value out of your bathrooms without having to fully remodel.
Paint
A fresh coat of paint can really make the bathroom shine. For about $60 and some time, you can refresh the space quickly and easily. When choosing paint colors, choose neutral, crowd pleasing tones.
Some suggestions are // repose grey, october mist, snowbound.
The 2022 paint color forecast is cozy, organic neutrals. A favorite place to get inspiration is Pinterest.
Accent Wall
Accent walls are back. They are a great way to add interest in a room. Easy addition of texture or color. Options // shiplap, bead board, weathered barn board, peel & stick wallpaper, complimentary paint color.
Hardware
Consider replacing light fixtures, mirrors, vanity hardware, faucets & fixtures, towel rods, toilet paper holders while keeping in mind that you are wanting to modernize the space with updates that have continuity. Check out this Pinterest link for modern bathroom ideas.
New Flooring
Replacing a tired tile or linoleum floor is often economical.
When considering a new style, look at some of the modern options such as wood-like tile, different-shaped tiles such as rectangles or octagons, or tiles that contain designs.
Don’t know what pattern to go with? Defaulting to “simple and clean” is always a winning strategy.
New Vanity
Vanities are a focal point in a bathroom and drive the overall feel of the room. If your vanity is not in bad shape and can get by with a simple refresh of paint, door pulls and a new faucet, you may be in luck. However, if your vanity has seen better days, consider buying a new one. It is extremely easy to buy a prefabricated vanity complete with sink and countertop for under $1000 with smaller footprints getting as low as $150.
Accessories
New towels, shower curtain, waste baskets, countertop dispensers, bathmats, prints, sculptures, candles, plants — all of these small items add up to a big aesthetic impact.
These items can be sourced inexpensively through big box stores or websites. Make a list, set a budget, and get shopping!
Now that you have some ideas on how to update your bathrooms on a budget, take some time to assess your bathrooms, determine what updates will yield the greatest impact, and make quick improvements that add value — without breaking the bank.
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