So, you’ve stumbled upon the story of my primary bathroom renovation—brace yourselves, it’s been quite the ride! Picture this: a craftsman-style spec home that we fell in love with, but (big BUT), some parts weren’t really our jam. Enter the grand master plan to transform our bathroom into a luxurious oasis without emptying our bank accounts. Buckle up, because I’m about to spill all the expert tips that saved my sanity and led to a bathroom worthy of a Pinterest dream board.
Tile It Up – The *Drama* of Tile Selection
Listen, picking tiles can be as daunting as choosing what to watch on Netflix—endless scrolling, indecisiveness, and the occasional “why did I even start this?” moment. Enter Tilebar, my knight in shining ceramic armor! Their selection is mind-blowing, but I didn’t want to commit to anything before seeing the tiles in person. So, I got those little tile samples (5 for $5, bargain alert!) and felt like a CSI investigator examining them under every light source. And bam! Decision made, tiles chosen, and now I was feeling like a certified tile expert!
Here are the tiles that we ended up going with:
- Basic Bianco Marble 12×24 Matte Porcelain Tile
- Basic Marble Lasa Bianco 2×2 Satin Porcelain Mosaic Tile
- Portmore Gray 3×8 Glazed Ceramic Tile
Pro Power – Plumbing & Electrical
Now, I’m all for DIY projects, but there are lines even I won’t cross—plumbing and electrical work being some of them. You’ve seen those Pinterest fail compilations, right? No way was I going to end up on one! So, I hired the pros for these critical tasks. They worked their magic, and I slept soundly, knowing my bathroom wouldn’t turn into a water park or a disco inferno.
Crafty DIYer and the Cabinet Transformation Magic
Saving money? Check. Personal touch? Check. Queue the DIY magic! We ended up going with the color “Rosemary” from Sherwin Williams. It is stunning. Those old cabinets were like Cinderella’s step-sisters, and a coat of paint was their fairy godmother. To up the ante, I splurged a little on some swanky knobs and pulls from Rejuvenation—worth it! Suddenly, my bathroom had that “look at me, I’m fancy” vibe, and I was beaming with pride.
Accessories Rule – Anthro to the Rescue
Now, what’s a diva bathroom without some show-stopping accessories? Anthropologie to the rescue! I found the cutest hexagon-shaped towel ring, toilet paper holder, and towel hook there. It’s like my bathroom got a makeover from an accessory stylist. But seriously, folks, these unique pieces are game-changers and added the personality I was craving!
Mission Luxurious Bathroom Accomplished!
In a nutshell, my primary bathroom reno went really, really well. Not to toot my own horn, but I am floored by the way it turned out. Tilebar delivered the tile-tastic choices I needed, while hiring professionals saved me from DIY disasters. And who could resist some DIY charm with the cabinet glow-up? To wrap it all up in style, Anthropologie’s accessories gave my bathroom that final “ta-da!” moment.
So, there you have it—my primary bathroom transformation secrets. Remember, you too can achieve a posh bathroom without breaking the bank (or your spirit).
I’ve also linked the exact knobs, pulls, and accessories that I used here:
Want to see some before and afters? Check out this post to see what our bathroom looked like before the glow-up!
Until next time, keep scrolling those Pinterest boards and finding your inspiration. You got this!
Karlee
