We love saving money while updating our house to be a place we love. If there is a way to do it ourselves, we will. Bathrooms are no exception in our house. If you are like us, then you will love this list of 16 DIY bathroom projects!
HGTV says kitchens and bathrooms have the potential to see a complete return on investment when completely remodeling those spaces. However, sometimes a complete remodel is just out of the question. Therefore, we compiled a list of easy and cheap ways you can help modernize your home today.
16 Cheap DIY Bathroom Update Ideas
You don’t always have to gut a whole bathroom to update it. Consider looking at your wall color, replacing or painting your countertops, adding extra bathroom storage and changing your flooring.
Just touching one bathroom item can really modernize your space. We just love how creative people can be to create a bathroom they love.
DIY Bathroom Ideas
If you can't completely gut and remodel your bathroom then this list is for you. Here are DIY bathroom projects that will help you update your bathroom while keeping it on budget (and everyone loves that)!
Bathroom Vanity Ideas
What gets used the most in a bathroom? The vanity that is it. Makeover your bathroom vanity today.
How to Make a Wooden Countertop for Your Bathroom
This is such a fun countertop idea! See how they were completely able to update their bathroom with these DIY wooden countertops.
Budget-Friendly Beach Themed Bathroom Makeover
Check out this new beach themed bathroom makeover. It’s light, fresh and oh-so-coastal! You will love this bright-colored painted vanity!
How to Paint Bathroom Vanity Cabinets
Learn how to paint those old oak vanity cabinets. You won't believe how cheaply you can update your bathroom vanity using a little paint and new hardware.
DIY Wood Frame Mirror, Farmhouse Industrial Bathroom Mirror
Upgrade that boring builder-grade sheet mirror on a budget with a DIY frame. Create a farmhouse style bathroom on a budget with this $100 bathroom makeover!
Make a Mirror Frame for the Bathroom (On a Budget!)
Make a farmhouse style DIY mirror frame for your plain clip bathroom mirror. This is so easy – you only need basic woodworking skills to accomplish it.
Easy DIY Bathroom Countertop Cabinet
Adding a built-in countertop cabinet to make your bathroom look custom. It's an easy and inexpensive way to make your bathroom look more expensive.
Bathroom Flooring Makeover
Here are simple DIY projects to update your bathroom flooring.
Update Your Bathroom Tile with Floor Paint
Learn how to update the old tile with this DIY bathroom idea. This is such a great cheap bathroom update idea!
I don’t mind the look of the floor tiles in our house, but this makes me want to paint my tile backsplash in my kitchen.
Paint Your Grout For An Easy Tile Transformation
Painting over old dirty grout with grout paint. It's a cheap and quick way to get the look of new tile floors.
How To Paint Tile Floor (With Stenciling)
Are you wondering “can you paint a tile floor?” The answer is YES! Learn how to paint a tile floor in your bathroom for a cheap and easy DIY! We just love the modern look and you would never know that they are painted tiles with these stencils!
DIY Vanity Lights
These inexpensive, yet gorgeous DIY lights are the perfect lighting upgrade for your bathroom.
Paint That Old Oak Vanity Light Fixture
Modernize your old oak light fixture with a little paint! Add a new mirror and you are all set. This is such an easy bathroom DIY project you can complete this weekend.
DIY Bathroom Accessories
Sometimes a little DIY project can go a long way. Here are some of our favorite bathroom accessory projects that can add a little humor and life to your bathroom makeover.
DIY Towel Rack with Wood Pallets
Make this charming farmhouse styled DIY towel rack using some leftover wood pallets for your next project. This is a practical and functional DIY furniture build.
Add Shelving Over The Toliet
Create DIY shelving with these industrial flanges to help keep your bathroom organized. Use items you already have around the house for DIY shelf decor. Old jars can store a lot of bathroom toiletries.
Also, consider painting a fun accent wall to help transform a small bathroom.
Relaxing bath salts| DIY Rainbow project
Bath salts are simple and fun DIY projects to do. They are also elegant decorative elements for our bathroom with their colors and scents.
Rustic Bathroom Shelving That You Can DIY
This rustic bathroom shelf reuses old reclaimed wood and industrial flanges to create a one-of-a-kind shelf for over your toliet.
Decoupage Soap Craft with Mod Podge - Mod Podge Rocks
This decoupage soap craft is easy to make for a gift idea or wedding favor. The Mod Podge keeps the design from washing off when you suds up!
Create A DIY Funny Bathroom Sign
Looking for a little humor in your bathroom? This step-by-step tutorial will help you create a fun bathroom sign.
Need Bathroom Shelving Ideas
We love being inspired by other DIY bloggers and our epic list of DIY shelves would inspire anyone to help you add that extra storage.
Universal Stone
Friday 28th of January 2022
Bathroom makeover is really a great way to save some money. Thanks for sharing this post it will really help for those homeowners who just want to update their bathroom. Keep it up!
Hong
Sunday 9th of August 2020
Some great ideas. Thank you
Rachel
Friday 7th of August 2020
These ideas are so cute! I might have to use some of them as we customize our new home! =)
Erin
Friday 7th of August 2020
Thanks, Rachel. DIY projects are a great way to add to your home!
Nkem
Friday 7th of August 2020
I love the idea of a towel rack. It makes everything seem so chic and spa-like!
Erin
Friday 7th of August 2020
Hi Nkem! Yes, we agree that a towel rack is a great DIY bathroom project.