How to Remodel a Galley Bathroom

Create the illusion of a large bathroom when you remodel a galley bathroom.

Remodeling a galley bathroom need not be a challenging undertaking. The addition of shelving, a recessed medicine cabinet, a fresh coat of paint and new accessories can go a long way in making the bathroom look like it's a brand-new space.

Things You'll Need

• Bathroom ceiling paint
• Bathroom interior paint
• Recessed medicine cabinet
• Pencil
• Jigsaw
• Screws
• Drill
• Shower curtain
• Brushed-nickel faucet
• Shelving

Instructions

1. Paint the ceiling in the galley bathroom with bathroom ceiling paint. When selecting the color, feel free to choose something other than white. Consider cream or tan.

2. Install a recessed medicine cabinet to increase storage space. Typically, a recessed medicine cabinet mounts between two studs in a wall. Place the medicine cabinet into position between two studs -- with a helper -- and trace the back of it with a pencil. Remove the medicine cabinet and cut the traced area out with a jigsaw. Insert the medicine cabinet in the wall, and mount it with the screws provided and your drill.

3. Paint the walls in the galley bathroom with interior bathroom paint. Select a light color for the walls to create the illusion of more space, which a galley bathroom typically lacks.

4. Replace the shower curtain with a high-end, expensive curtain that will instantly freshen up the look of your shower.

5. Replace the faucets with new brushed-nickel fixtures, following the manufacturer's directions. These will also freshen up the look of your bathroom.

6. Install floor-to-ceiling shelving on one wall. This will give you ample storage in your refurbished galley bathroom.

Tips & Warnings

• Choose bathroom paint, because it is mold- and mildew-resistant.

References

• A Bathroom Guide: Designs for Small Bathrooms
• Home Ideas: Ideas for Small Bathroom Design
• Small Bathroom Makeovers: Small Bathroom Designs
• Small Bathroom Ideas: Ideas for a Small Bathroom Remodel