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It's normal to dream about expensive European hardware, wall-towall handmade tiles, large skylights and other luxury items when first starts planning a bathroom remodel. Realizing the cost of such luxury can be difficult. You can still make a beautiful bathroom with a tight budget. As long as you understand where it makes sense and where it is okay to save, yes. 1. Do Your Own DemoYou will need to remove the old fixtures before you can install the mosaic tile shower. This demolition phase can be hired by a professional, and could cost you around $1,000. You can also do the entire teardown yourself, which will give you more money for your bathroom. However, DIY demos require planning. First, you will need the right tools. This includes a sledgehammer and a large crowbar. A pry bar is also recommended. Before you begin swinging, make sure you understand what is behind the walls. This includes electrical wiring and water pipes. Don't assume that your demo will be free. To haul away the debris, you will need tools and a dumpster to rent or hire. 2. Visit a Recycling CenterYou'll pay a fraction for light-used building materials compared to what you would spend on a new item at your local home center. You'll find tubs and faucets at many resale sources, including Diggers and Habitat For Humanity ReStores. There is a lot to choose from, so make sure you keep your eyes open for what you are looking for. A $100 contemporary vanity with built-in sink and an $400 antique brass faucet were some of the past items that were available for sale (retail price: $2,300). Bathroom Remodel Cost Estimates 3. Add Extra LightA skylight or window is a popular and expensive way to brighten a dark bathroom. To let the sun in, you don't need to make a large hole in your roof. An suntube is a clever device that you can install between your attic rafters. These flexible tubes can be as small as 10 inches to larger than 20 inches and funnel natural sunlight to your bathroom through a small hole in the roof. Sun tubes are $200 to $400 and cost less than a skylight or double-paned window that costs $1,500. 4. Subway Tiles: How to Love ThemThe glass mosaic tile with the pewter accents is absolutely stunning. It's not affordable at $100 per square feet, so it won't be possible to afford the entire bathroom. Consider using expensive tiles as decorative borders or feature walls and opt for white subway tiles to cover the rest of your tiled surfaces. Classic subway tiles are simple and cost less than $3 per square feet. They also fit well with almost every style of bathroom. 5. Refresh with PaintEven the cheapest tile can add to your design budget. You don't have to use floor-to-ceiling tiles to make a big impact in your bathroom.
You can save a lot of money by only tiling the shower and floor areas. Then paint the rest of your walls. You can also add faux beadboard or wainscot to give your walls more texture and warmth. These are usually less expensive than tiles. You'll save money by painting your own home instead of hiring someone to do it.
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