Bathroom Makeovers for Under $1000 and How to Budget for Them

The bathroom — an oasis away from it all. Many of us dream of luxurious additions to our bathrooms including heated shower mirrors, skylights, and stain-resistant grout. Unfortunately, these changes can often come with a steep price tag. Here’s how the National Kitchen & Bath Association breaks down the budget for a typical bathroom remodel:

Labor: 20%
Cabinetry and hardware: 16%
Fixtures: 15%
Faucets and plumbing: 14%
Countertop: 7%
Floor: 9%
Doors and windows: 4%
Lighting and ventilation 5%
Walls and ceiling: 5%
Design fees: 4%
Other: 1%

For under $1000, your bathroom can get a much needed facelift using these helpful ideas. Cut down on the 20% costs of labor by doing some of these projects yourself.

Improve lighting and ventilation with a combination light and exhaust fan. One with a heat setting will keep the chills away when you step out of the shower.
Add a set of sconces on either side of the mirror or medicine cabinet.
Update towel bars, hooks, toothbrush and toilet paper holders and cabinet hardware.
Be adventurous with your paint or design. Use dark colors for an easy change that would feel over the top in other parts of the house.
Add a new mirror and faucet.
Switch out your old showerhead for a new one with multiple settings or invest in a waterfall shower for an extra-relaxing experience.
Add matching shelves for towels and toiletries that coordinate with your new bathroom.
Invest in something that feels luxurious — for less! Heated towel bars can run as low as $100 or less.

Use these easy tips to update your bathroom and look forward to relaxing in your new space.

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