4 cheap and easy ways to update your bathroom

There are plenty of ways to update or refresh a bathroom - ones that don't require homeowners to hire a contractor or cost a fortune.

Replacing old fashioned taps and fittings can have a big impact on the overall look of your bathroom.

Homeowners with a little bit of DIY prowess can give their bathrooms a quick facelift with a few tips and tricks. Here’s how…

1. Paint over grout

Believe it or not, you can paint over grout. If you don't want to go through the hassle of removing and placing it, or ripping off and installing new tiles, a bit of acrylic craft paint can go a long way towards giving a bathroom a new look.

For example, homeowners can use black paint to paint over the grout. This provides the perfect contrast when combined with plain white tiles.

Just remember to apply a grout sealer to seal the paint once you’re done.

Before mounting new fixtures, pop into your local Prominent Paints store and select the right paint for your bathroom.

Good to know

It is easier to apply masking tape around the tile edges before you start painting. If you don't, you’ll need to paint each line carefully and wipe any excess paint immediately. 

2. Replace outdated fixtures

The most expensive part of any bathroom renovation is relocating plumbing and electrical fixtures. If you leave the layout in place, it’s far easier and less costly to simply replace the sink and tub fixtures.

Replacing old fashioned taps and fittings can have a big impact on the overall look of your bathroom. 

There are plenty of ways to update or refresh a bathroom - ones that don't require homeowners to hire a contractor or cost a fortune.

Stores like Builders Warehouse offer a varied selection of fittings in a range of price bands, from affordable to expensive imported items. 

3. Pick the right paint colour 

Before mounting new fixtures, pop into your local Prominent Paints store and select the right paint for your bathroom in a colour that enhances the space. Lighter colours will help enlarge a small bathroom so keep that in mind while making your choice. 

4.  Add some fabric

Finish off your new bathroom with colourful or patterned fabrics to add a new dimension to the room.