
- Get rid of wallpaper. Nothing can date a bathroom quite as quickly as wallcovering. While often difficult, removing wallpaper takes more manpower than money, and you’ll love the transformation.
- Update vanity hardware. Changing out pulls and knobs on your bathroom vanity and storage will give your room an instant upgrade.
- Spray paint light fixtures and faucets. Choose a modern, metallic spray paint that adheres to all surfaces, and give your existing light fixtures and faucets new life.
- Refinish your outdated tile or bathtub. Instead of completely replacing your tub or tile, you may want to consider a refinishing process, which allows you to change the color and freshen your tub at a fraction of the cost.
- Refresh the paint color. A new paint color—or simply a fresh coat of paint—can breathe new life into a tired bathroom. You can paint the walls a fresh neutral and the vanity a fresh white or gray for a calming but modern look. (Plus, a gallon of paint usually costs less than $30.)
- Accessorize with a pop of color. New wall decor, towels, or window dressings can help update your bathroom and make it feel fresh while adding some complementary colors.
