Does the bathroom look dated? Do the cracks in tiles make the bathroom appear shabby? Why not retile the bathroom floor and walls and make it new again? Do not think that bathroom renovations are expensive and require a huge investment. You can elevate the ambience of the bathroom and make it look like a million bucks without actually spending it. Retiling the Bathroom: Your Budget; Your Decision
When it comes to choosing tile designs, textures and colors, the sky is the limit. You will find many tiling options within your budget. It is a good idea to use tile because it is easy to clean and reflects light. It may be expensive than paint but it adds a new dimension to the bathroom and makes it aesthetically pleasing. When using tiles for the entire bathroom becomes costly, you can use tiles wisely. Consider the following pretty yet prudent ideas to add character to the bathroom without increasing the cost. A Decorative Border If you are low on the budget, consider choosing an inexpensive tiling option for the entire wall. You can then choose a beautiful mosaic tile to create a visually appealing border up high near the ceiling, or in the middle of the wall. Choose a single-lined or double-lined border according to your budget. With the help of mosaic tiles or pencil liner tiles, you will be able to bring together the entire room and create a focal point in the bathroom. Tile Wainscoting Wainscoting is functional and beautiful at the same time. It protects the wall from dirt, dust and grime. If you increase the height of the wainscoting, you can use it as backsplash behind the sink. Also, it provides you freedom from boring monochromatic walls and adds texture to the bathing area. Wood is an option for wainscoting but you can spruce up the place in bright colors with tile wainscoting. A Feature Wall When spending money on tiles for the entire bathroom seems to be a pricey task, consider creating a feature wall. It means using expensive and decorative tiles on one of the walls and tiling the remaining area with low-priced tiles. The wall adjacent to the bathtub or the shower can serve as an accent wall in the bathroom. And, if you want to cut down the cost, consider using the wall behind the sink as a feature wall. A Feature Floor Got a really tight budget? Here’s a way of making use of decorative tiles without heavy financial burden. Usually, a bathroom floor is smaller in area than the walls. You can use the fact to your advantage and create a feature floor. You can opt for basic walls and make the floor the center of attraction. It is ideal for a small bathroom because it allows you to add style without overpowering the entire area.
Not a DIY Job: Hire a Handyman for retiling the Bathroom You may consider creating a mosaic border or installing tile wainscoting a DIY job. But, remember that you have invested money in buying expensive tiles. Wrong choice of tiles, breaking of tiles, improper placement, wrong technique, etc. are a few of the problems that can turn your retiling job into a nightmare. So, it is best to hire a handyman to tile a new bathroom or retile an old one. By hiring a professional, you will be able to get the desired results in minimal time. So, next time you feel like your bathroom needs some TLC, do not spend a fortune on renovating it. Simply consider the prudent decorative tiling ideas and add beauty to the bathing space.
