How to Decorate a Bathroom on a Budget

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Whether you just moved in or your bathroom needs an update, decorating a bathroom on a budget is fun and easy. Anyone can do this and have transforming results. The best part is that decorating with a budget does not have to look cheap. Follow the steps to create an expensive looking bathroom for less than a hundred dollars.

Things You'll Need

• Toilet paper holder
• Towel rack
• Towel ring
• Light fixture
• Shower curtain
• Shower curtain rod
• Shower curtain rings
• 1 to 2 Bath rugs
• Soap dispenser
• 1 Hand rowel
• 2 Bath towels
• Paint
• Paint brush
• Paint roller
• Paint tray
• Phillips head screw driver
• Flat head screw driver

Instructions

1. Design your dream bathroom. Take into consideration the size and structural elements in the room and go from there. Pick your color and perhaps even a theme. Determine what items must be purchased.

2. 

   Pick your shower curtain first. The best places to find inexpensive but quality cloth curtains are at the big box discount stores like Target. You'll also find great deals at chain retail stores like Linens N' Things or Bed, Bath and Beyond. And don't overlook online bargain Websites. See our Resources section for more information.

3. Once you've got your shower curtain, choose your bathroom wall color. Take the curtain to a paint store for a perfect color match. A gallon should cover a typical bathroom with paint to spare. Be sure to take measurements and talk to the paint professional to get the correct amount for your space.

4. Take a trip to your local resale stores. Places like Good Will or the Salvation Army often have gently used gift-quality bathroom accessories for low prices. You might also find your coordinating bath towels, bath mats and soap dispenser. While you are there, look for any hardware you need like drawer pulls, towel racks or light fixtures.

5. 

   Remove the shower curtain rod, towel racks, outlet covers and light plates. If you're replacing the light fixture and toilet paper holder, remove them, too.

6. Fill all nail holes with a simple spackling compound. Repair and patch any problem areas. Wash the walls.

7. Paint with your mildew-resistant paint. Paint at least 2 coats. When the paint is thoroughly dry install the towel racks, light fixtures, shower curtain and drawer pulls. Iron your new shower curtain and hang it, along with your coordinating towels.

8. Set out the bath mats and any other bathroom accessories you found.

9. Enjoy the results of your hard work. If you shopped wisely and looked for bargains, your newly decorated bathroom should reflect your style and look like it came out of a showroom or magazine. Only you will know it was built on a budget.

Tips & Warnings

• Shop seasonal sales, use coupons and compare prices from several sources before buying. Never be afraid to ask for a better price.