Bathroom renovations – 10 easy ideas

Easy ideas for bathroom renovations

Bathroom renovations are one of the best ways to breath new life into your home – you spend so much time in this room so why wouldn’t you get it exactly how you want?

Bathroom renovations can be done on a budget with a few small changes – new taps, an improved shower or an updated shower enclosure can make all the difference.

You can of course totally transform your bathroom with new tiling, floors, decor and fittings and if you are in an older property then this might be needed – but there is no reason why you can’t improve your bathroom with a few simple changes.

We have picked out our top ideas for bathroom renovations on a budget – and if you need any help with any of these just contact us and we will be happy to help in any way needed.

Spruce up your vanity unit and storage

One of the quickest and easiest ways to change your bathroom appearance is by choosing new bathroom furniture. A wall hung or free standing vanity unit with basin will provide more storage space along with giving you a fresh new look.

Tallboy cabinets have also become really popular as they will fit in tight corners or areas like between a shower or bath and the toilet. Removing clutter and organising all of the bottles and tubes will free up loads of space and help make your bathroom seem bigger too.

They don’t cost as much as you think and there are loads of styles and colours to match your taste.

Change your toilet and basin

If you want to freshen up your bathroom but don’t want to start new tiling and flooring etc then replacing old toilets and basins will make an incredible difference.

You can still get traditional looking bathroom suites if you are in an older home and want to preserve that sort of look.

Alternatively you can go for a modern and contemporary style and bathroom suites like the Tonique offer great value and look great.

Upgrade your shower and relax to the max.

Your daily shower should be one of the most enjoyable parts of your day. Life is simply too short to stand under a dribbly, tepid shower.

Upgrading your electric shower can make an instant difference to any bathroom. A better and stronger flow of water will make you feel better and if you have an old noisy pumped shower then a new quieter model will feel like such a change.

You should look at the right type of shower for your water system (mains fed or not etc) and also consider if you are in the likes of a low water pressure area.

We have every type of electric shower you can need and these all come with free delivery too.

Change your shower enclosure

In the same way that a new shower will add so much value to your daily routine – changing your shower enclosure can make a massive difference to your whole showering experience.

This is particularly true if you are in an older more dated house and quite frankly some of the older shower enclosures can give you the ick like nothing else.

Having something new and fresh will just make you feel better and there are tons of options now for almost every conceivable type of shower area.

Your shower enclosure might need to sit in a corner, or in a recess or you might need a quadrant shape but we have them all – in a massive range of sizes too.

Put in a free standing bath for that luxury spa vibe

If you have the space available then a free standing bath adds a touch of luxury and gives a wow factor – especially when it is complimented with lovely taps and fittings.

A free standing bath isn’t for everyone of course but there is no doubt that this can really elevate any bathroom to a new level.

Change your taps and fittings for an instant transformation

It is incredible the difference that new taps and fittings make to any bathroom. This is undoubtedly one of the cheapest and quickest ways to transform any bathroom.

Existing basins and baths might be totally acceptable and not old enough to justify being replaced altogether – so changing the taps and fittings will give them a new lease of life.

You can still go with older, more traditional looks or modernise everything altogether with contemporary styles. There are hundreds of options to choose from including a range of colour options from crisp chrome through to the likes of brushed brass which gives an older look.

These are quick and easy changes that make an immediate difference to the look of any bathroom.

Mirror mirror on the wall – who is the most gorgeous of you all?

Some of us try to avoid seeing whatever is looking back at us in the mirror first thing in the morning but an LED mirror can take away some of that hardship thanks to soft lighting (and standing 10 feet back).

LED mirrors look fantastic and are a great additional light source in the bathroom. Some options have integrated shaving sockets and they are simple to install and keep clean. You normally just touch them to turn the light on and off.

They usually have a demister function built in to them and you can hang them vertically or horizontally. They don’t cost as much as you would think and there are loads of sizes to choose from too – so you can get one that is exactly right for you.

Put in a new towel warmer or radiator

Towel warmers and bathroom radiators are specifically designed for the bathroom so take up less space lower down the wall and are perfect for drying and warming towels and robes etc.

A new bathroom radiator can not only help to change the look of your bathroom but can also be more efficient than an older radiator – this alone will make the room more cosier and comfortable.

Just like the taps and fittings – there is a great range of styles to suit any taste – from older traditional styles through to crisp modern designs. You normally will need a plumber to put this in for you if you have no prior experience so it is a little more effort than other things but you will thank yourself on those cold mornings.

Spruce up your hooks and holders

The most simplest change you can make is changing the little things like soap dishes, paper holders and hooks etc. Over time these can easily become dated and tired looking and these small things make all the difference.

The likes of the Showergem Shower Caddy is a great way to keep your bottles and bits and bobs organised in the shower too. Removing this clutter just makes your bathroom seem bigger and cleaner.

These small items are very cheap and great for anyone doing bathroom renovations on a budget. They are a tremendous way to make small changes that make a massive difference.