How to make a budget bathroom renovation?

Communications

If the bathroom has not been renovated for decades, it is important to replace all the pipes in it, otherwise your renovation efforts will be useless: the old communications will leak, and you will have to change not only the furniture in your own bathroom, but also, possibly, make repairs from the neighbors below.

It is not easy to replace the piping in the bathroom on your own, but it is possible, and you need to invite plumbers to replace the risers.

Most budget way of laying communications - according to the external scheme, without wall chasing. The cheapest material, from which sewer and water pipes for cold water and hot water supply are made - polyvinyl chloride (PVC). They are light in weight and easy to install.

Ceiling

Bathroom finishing is necessary start from the ceiling... You should first clean it from the old coating using a spatula or a metal brush to removing old paint... If there was whitewash on the ceiling, a damp cloth and a basin of warm water are enough.

Before painting, it is important to level the surface with a moisture resistant putty and sand it after drying. The cheapest ceiling paint - water-based, but more reliable - acrylic. The area of ​​a typical ceiling is small, so a minimum of funds will be spent on its repair.

Walls

The most familiar way wall cladding in the bathroom - laying tiles. The process involves many difficulties, from dismantling old tiles to leveling the walls and laying new ceramic tiles as accurately as possible.

If desired, the cladding can be made by hand, choosing inexpensive material (try not to skimp on waterproofing and tile adhesive).

Alternative ceramics are:

• waterproof paint;
• PVC panels;
• lining;
• self-adhesive film.

If the old tile is in an acceptable condition - not cracked and does not come off - its can be painted, having previously sanded and primed. This will save energy and money. Sometimes only the grout needs to be replaced.

Floor

The most budgetary way improve the floor - put high-quality linoleum. It is moisture-tight and easy to fit. But if the floor tiles are in good condition, you can cover them with special paint with polymers, and put a rug on top so that the coating does not wear out.

More spectacular and relatively inexpensive options - floor from mosaic tiles (can be found cheap) or from pebbles. The second way will bring uniqueness and natural motives to the interior. The pebbles are easy to install, but the floor from it turns out to be quite hard, like on a pebble beach. The advantage of this coating is the massage effect.

Plumbing

It is well known that you cannot save on plumbing, especially on faucets - items are installed for a long time, replacement carries certain difficulties. Do not try to choose the cheapest products - before buying, carefully study the rating of manufacturers and user reviews on the Internet.

If the bathroom is made of cast iron, contact the restorers - experts will tell you whether it is possible to cover the tank with special enamel by renewing the coating. Restoration is often cheaper than buying, transporting and installing a new bowl.

The most affordable bathtubs are made of steel, but they require additional improvement: in order to get rid of the noise of water beating against thin walls, the owners cover the outer part of the product with polyurethane foam. In addition, the steel cools quickly, cooling the water. If you want a bath that is a little more expensive, but of better quality, give preference to acrylic.

Take a look comparison of bath materials.

Furniture

Chipboard bedside tables and cabinets are inexpensive, but quickly lose their attractive appearance, swelling from moisture and temperature extremes. Furniture made of MDF is the most preferable, but in order to save money, you can order only a countertop for the washbasin, closing the bottom of the structure with a fabric curtain. Textiles add coziness to the atmosphere, creating a relaxed atmosphere.

You can reduce costs by installing an old wooden chest of drawers instead of a purchased cabinet, painting it or covering it with a protective compound.

Hanging cabinets do not have to be made to order: look for a suitable structure in a mass market or an online flea market - it will look more interesting than a ready-made set of a cabinet and a washstand. Open shelves are easy to do with your own hands. made of solid wood.

Decor

Despite the relative availability of repairs, you should not save on decor: it is he who comes to the fore in a neutral and democratic interior design. For a stylish bathroom, eliminate synthetic materials:

• instead of plastic shelves, which very quickly turn yellow and darken from water, buy metal ones - online stores are full of a variety of models, and reviews will help you navigate the quality.
• instead of a curtain made of polyethylene, choose a product made of polyester: the material is much stronger, more aesthetic and more pleasant to the touch. The curtain is washable - it will last longer and will pay back the costs.
• instead of plastic baskets, look for budget fabric baskets or sew them yourself. Wicker baskets are more expensive, but you can even make them yourself from ordinary newspaper tubes. Hide small hygiene items in containers so as not to litter the room.
• Make a bathroom rug not difficult either: old T-shirts or towels will do. Such a product will look more original and more expensive than a purchased synthetic rug with bright colors.

An ordinary mirror can be easily turned into a designer one by framing it with mosaics, shells, pebbles or ordinary rope.

A bathroom, neatly and tastefully made, will look stylish and expensive, even if the basis of the renovation is made up of available materials. But do not forget that while saving during the repair, the process will require additional skills, effort and time.