61 budget bathroom ideas to freshen up your space
Low-cost bathroom tips that look like luxury

Co-ordinate accessories

Go large with tiling

Vamp up the vinyl

Hardwearing, waterproof and budget-friendly, a vinyl floor makes an ideal solution for low-cost bathrooms. Gone are the days of flimsy thin materials – strong and warm underfoot, vinyl now comes in an array of vibrant colours, patterns and finishes. This refreshing blue Roccoco design makes a stunning statement against a crisp white suite and walls.
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Work with wood panels

Clean up existing tiles

Expose the bathroom backdrop

Take style tips from the spa

Giving a budget bathroom a theme can up the sense of luxury without costing your wallet. This serene scheme has been modelled after a spa, from the contemporary freestanding bathtub to the Moroccan-inspired feature tiles, warming wood floor and crisp white accessories. Now to kick back and relax...
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Brighten with paint

Treat yourself to fresh towels

Create calm with candles

Go for greenery

Wow with wallpaper

Many people discount wallpaper as impractical in a bathroom, but if you do your research it can really make your space shine – it’s a lot easier to replace than tiles and there's an array of moisture-resistant wallpapers out there to choose from. Opt for a bright patterned feature wall for a splash of colour or try out a budget-friendly stone or brick-effect design to add the illusion of texture.
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Use a stool as storage

Smarten up with bath mats

Try out textured baskets

Install multi-tasking shelves

If you’re tight on space in your bathroom, installing a multi-tasking shelving unit is a great space-saving hack. This unit features hooks to hang bathrobes, towels and toiletry bags, while a handy shelf over the stop offers a valuable extra place to store washroom essentials.
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Fake a luxurious look

Cut out some shelves

Bring in flat-pack furniture

Lay down laminate

Take taps to the dark side

Instead of classic chrome taps, shake things up with matte black or shimmering metallics to add a modern touch to your bathroom. You can either replace your existing taps with new models or carefully spray them with metal paint – don't forget the primer. For a coordinated finish, mount a black grid mirror over the basin to complete the look.
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Take the tiling halfway

Throw in fun motifs

Don’t be afraid to experiment

Dare to display

With no end of clever storage hacks out there, it’s often tempting to go for a minimalist bathroom and keep all your products concealed behind cupboard doors. However, displaying your most attractive items is a great way to add character to your wash space, plus it makes them more easily accessible. Store products in transparent organisers to keep the look clean rather than cluttered.
Update unit handles

Liven up a laundry basket

If you’ve got an unimaginative plastic box or draw-string bag for your laundry, it’s time to replace it with an attractive laundry basket that will up the style factor in your washroom rather than just serving a purpose. Opt for a basket made of natural materials for an on-trend, tactile vibe and add in matching accessories such as small storage boxes for a co-ordinated look.
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Only tile wet areas

Go dark and dramatic

Wondering how to give a no-frills white bathroom suite some personality? Steal a style trick from the more dramatic parts of your home and create an eye-catching feature wall. An oversized floral pattern completely transforms this traditional bathroom and using it on just one wall is a great way to keep costs down.
Aim for high art

How to get that boudoir look on a budget? Take a few tips from this stunning sophisticated scheme. Start with a dark wall colour in a moody blue, black or bottle green then dress your space with greenery and objet d'art. Here, anatomical prints have been mounted, framed and hung two-a-piece to form a Victoriana-inspired feature that turns a workaday space into a cabinet of curiosities.
Feature the floor

Revamp a bath panel

Opt for ombre

If you're a dab hand with a paintbrush try this gorgeous colour fade to create a big dramatic impact in your bathroom. We love these aquatic blues for a washroom, and if your bath could use a spruce up why not carry the colour onto the side of the tub?
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Pick pretty blinds

Stick on new tiles

Choose movable storage

Look for reclaimed fixtures

Reclaimed sanitaryware or upcycled furniture can give a bathroom vintage character. Adding an antique sink or reclaimed bath will create Victorian bathhouse chic or try installing a sink into a well-loved wooden vanity unit for unique country charm.
Lose the bath
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According to the Environment Agency, a five-minute shower can use about a third of the water of a bath (though power showers can use more). So replacing your bath with just a walk-in shower will not only create more space in your bathroom but help save the earth and save money on monthly bills too.
Shower in the bath

Wow with window film

Privacy from the outside world is a bathroom priority but textured glass can be expensive and sometimes looks dated. Alternatively, a vinyl film is an inexpensive solution. It won't compromise the light and comes in many finishes such as frosted, patterned, coloured and even stained-glass effect.
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Save water

Snap up a complete suite

Mount a towel rail

Makeover the tub

Give an existing roll-top bath a new lease of life with a fresh lick of colour across the exterior. It's a simple way to transform the look of a bathroom without having to undertake any large DIY projects. @threeboysandapinkbath has collaborated with Rustoleum to create a beautiful sugar-pink focal point in this tropical-inspired blue bathroom.
Experiment with LED lights

Combine fixtures

Go big on grout

Make it monochrome

Add a splash of colour

Breathe life into a plain bathroom with a splash of colour. If you’re up for some DIY, paint your towel rack in a bright matte shade for a fun update. For a simpler solution, buy accessories like stools, towels, trays, jugs and vases in vibrant shades.
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Go big on your mirrors
Install a statement light feature

Cool lights aren’t just for bedrooms and living rooms. Transform your bathroom with a sculptural pendant lamp that will add an edgy focal point to the space. We love this white architectural fixture from Nest.
Fall for fun storage

Dispense everything

Hang luxe shower curtains

Bring in a bath caddy

It's a small detail but a bath caddy is an indulgent, easy touch to elevate your space. Place it in your bath and fill with candles, bath salts, toiletries (and that book you’ve been meaning to finish) for truly self-indulgent bath times.
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Lean a ladder

Use pretty jars

Use every inch of space

Lose the shower curtain

Open up storage

Add a feature splashback

If a statement wall stretches the wallet a little too much, try a pretty splashback instead. Choose eye-catching colours and patterns that will pop against plain walls or neutral budget tiles. Highlight bold hues with co-ordinating towels and accessories to complete the stylish scheme.
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