Breathe life into a budget bathroom with a flash of luxurious metal. Splurging on one feature like a brushed brass radiator won't break the bank but will make a serious dent in the bathroom style factor. Choose a towel rail for dual-purpose value. Or, if you’re up for some DIY, paint your existing towel rack in a bright shiny shade for a fun update.

A heated towel rail may not seem like a bathroom essential but investing in one will have many practical benefits that will cut running costs. They will dry towels and heat the room thus eliminating mould and damp, plus they make a stylish finishing touch and add an air of luxury to a bathroom. Besides, getting out of the bath or shower and wrapping yourself in a warm, fluffy towel is priceless, no?

65 easy ways to give your bathroom a budget makeover