Diy Bath Renovation From Dated To Sophisticated

Before the Renovation

The vinyl floor and tub surround were worn, and the single sink meant long waits.

Contemporary and Clean

Mirrored sides help the wall-hung medicine chests almost disappear, putting the emphasis on the oversize oval mirror in front. Medicine cabinet: Zenith Sconce: Hampton Bay

A Touch of Personality

Smoke-colored grout, a row of subways turned on end and bordered with black trim, plus a recessed granite shelf add character and function to the tub alcove. Shower curtain: Target

Timeless Appeal

Black and white tile evokes the era when the house was built. Feet extensions made from dowels level the vanity on the uneven floor. Tile: Daltile

Cohesive Styling

Chrome finishes unite the fittings, hardware, and bath accessories. Faucet and towel ring: Premier Faucets Vanity: Ziemlich

Improved Floor Plan

The fixture locations stayed the same, and the owners got help from handy family members. That meant the biggest single expense in this $5,000 gut reno was the tilework. The changes:

1. Replaced the toilet with one that has period styling, and added a wood seat.
2. Pulled out the cast-iron tub and removed the lowered ceiling over the tub/shower. The new bathtub is easy-to-install fiberglass.
3. Evened up the vanity wall, which previously had an awkward bumpout.
4. Swapped the one-sink vanity for a more functional two-sink version for the family of three and spiffed it up with chrome knobs.