10 Cheap And Inexpensive Bathroom Remodeling Ideas (2024)

Tiling bathroom floors or walls doesn’t have to be an expensive or time-consuming construction process: you’ve got lots of options here for every shape, style and budget.

Covering your bathroom floors in new tiles will disguise old or unattractive flooring and make the room feel new. You can always DIY it, but if you have the budget and a lot of ground to cover, consider hiring a tile contractor near you for a professional application. Pro tip: vinyl or laminate tiles are going to be more affordable choices compared to stone or ceramic tiles, but they are as beautiful and durable as the best of them.

DIY-ers will love myriad options available with popular peel-and-stick tiles, which come in every color, shape and material imaginable. These sticker tiles can cover full accent walls, create patterns that run the perimeter of the bathroom or serve as a dramatic backsplash to your vanity. You can easily find these sticker tiles readily available at stores like Etsy or Amazon, and they can instantly transform a wall into looking stylish and new.

Bathroom mirrors can do more than remind you that you look good. Massive mirrors can provide the illusion that makes your bathroom look larger than it is and reflect more light throughout. In addition to being an aesthetic choice, there are mirrors on the market that can do even more, such as fog free mirrors with adjustable LED lighting, which will enhance your getting ready routine and resist clouding from post-shower humidity.

The condition and design of bathroom windows can make or break the feeling you get when you walk into the room, as well as the amount and color of the natural lighting. Aged or yellowing window treatments can really ruin the aesthetic of a space, so consider refreshing the glass with a new treatment or new window panes. Don’t forget the curtains (and curtain rods) if your bathroom window has them; it’s not pricey to replace dull, damaged or ugly curtains with sheer fabric or other options that allow a little bit of light to get through while still retaining your privacy.

The key is to choose mildew-resistant fabrics designed for high-humidity conditions so they stay looking like new and mold-free for as long as possible.

Old, lifeless bathroom light fixtures are not difficult or expensive to replace with more trendy fixtures. You may wish for more all-around light coverage when it comes to your bathroom vanity, and many modern options with multiple lights and brightness levels can enhance your visibility when standing in front of your bathroom mirror.

A statement piece for central bathroom lighting can also tie together elements in the room and add dramatic flair. Bathroom lighting comes in a wide variety of styles, mounts and finishes, and your local home improvement store should have several models on display that are perfectly suited for each element of your bathroom.

A vanity is as much an important and functional piece in the bathroom as it is an aesthetic one. Instead of purchasing a whole new piece of furniture, you can replace old faucets and sinks with newer models to rejuvenate the whole experience. Consider altering the finish or stain of your vanity, or adding contact paper to peeling or cracking surfaces, to make the whole space feel much cleaner at a much lower cost.

Spa bathrooms are increasingly popular, especially as people have been spending more time at home since the onset of the pandemic. If you love to bathe, consider replacing your older model bathtub with a new, larger and more modern style that can serve as a focal point in the room. (A good zero gravity tub to soothe and relax the body doesn’t sound terrible, personally.)

Another, much cheaper, alternative is to refinish your existing bathtub with a new, high-gloss finish to bring it back to like-new condition. You can find highly-rated DIY bath refinishing options available at your local home improvement stores or online marketplaces like Amazon.