Mini Makeover for your Guest Bath If your guest bath is trapped in the past, do not despair! There are rapid and inexpensive that you can do that will turn your guests into thinking you spent time and money on a major remodeling. Just follow this schedule, and soon you'll be showing the old bath the door.
Fighting against the walls
If your bathroom walls are still living in the 70 or 80, you will need time to get to the essentials so you can refresh and update the look.
To remove wallpaper, use a solution made of water and white wine vinegar to loosen the old adhesive. Then carefully scrape the paper. You may need a scoring tool from your local home improvement store to get under the paper and make it easier to remove.
It is also the ideal time to remove the old medicine cabinet or mirror dull. Once the walls are bright, clean walls and woodwork thoroughly with a damp cloth or sponge and fill any nail holes, scratches or other damage wall with putty or joint compound. sand walls and trim and wipe again for a smooth clean canvas.
Then use a primer specially formulated for the bath that offers protection mildew and stain resistance. Before starting to paint the walls, tape around the window or door trim for a professional look.
Apply one or two layers of high quality, washable paint. To cut, choose glossy paint in a neutral color for a cool contrast.
Duration: 8 - 24 hours
Paint and Supplies: $ 50 - $ 100
Swap your appliances
Even if you can not afford to change the style of your vanity current, switching on the tap is an easy way to create a new look. Try a faucet that will add a touch of style and personality to your bathroom as a lavatory faucet. With his bow high spout and traditional design, it adds a timeless appeal and the right distinction to your sink.
Older devices can make your bathroom look and display the age of your home. faucets today ends large as brushed nickel and oil rubbed bronze, you can easily refresh the look of your bathroom.
Install two coat hooks on the back of the bathroom door or wall near the shower and hang fluffy robes for guests to enjoy.
Pay attention to detail with accessories of coordination can radically change the look of the bathroom
Duration: 2 - 4:00
Cost: $ 225 - $ 350
Finishing Touches
Put the finishing touch to your bathroom and impress your guests with elegant rooms.
Make sure you have enough clean water, including fluffy towels, bath towels, hand towels and washcloths. Scatter colorful carpets and soft bath mat on the floor. Not only this disguise floors that may need to change, but add fresh, comfort under the feet warm.
And do not think your old tub / shower will look. With a new style shower curtain and decorative curtain rings, you'll have a great new look in no time. And, for a luxury shower experience, update your showerhead with a new shower showerhead.
Fill a unique basket of lotions luxury shampoos, soap for face and body so that guests can indulge, but do not forget the basics like toothpaste as well.
Finally, finish the room with fresh flowers or green plants to add a very special touch. Duration: 4 - 8:00
Cost: $ 100 - $ 250
By following these tips, you'll be amazed how easy it is to transform your bathroom and breakfast so it looks and feels ready for guests.
Posted on May 3, 2010.