18 Amazing Budget Bathroom Makeovers Packed With DIY Ideas

Farmhouse Budget Bathroom Makeover

Bathroom with blue and white plaid wallpaper — Laura Moss

Reclaimed materials and clever DIYs helped this farmhouse bathroom come together for a budget bathroom makeover. Hexagon floor tiles and board-and-batten wainscoting nod to the past, while warm wood finishes introduce natural appeal. Tearing out a linen closet that was taking up valuable floor space made way for a walk-in shower.

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Farmhouse Bathroom: Budget Vanity

blue farmhouse bathroom buffalo check wainscot — Paint colors: Hale Navy HC-154, Benjamin Moore; Decorator's White CC-20, Benjamin Moore. Laura Moss

This DIY vanity was made from inexpensive pine boards stained in a dark walnut finish. The vintage sink was found on the curb. The exterior of the sink basin is painted in the same navy hue seen on the walls to tie the color scheme together.

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Farmhouse Bathroom: Inexpensive Wall Treatment

wall painted blue buffalo check — Laura Moss

The walls are painted in a blue buffalo-check pattern for a budget bathroom makeover and a cost-effective alternative to wallpaper. The colors comprise light, medium, and dark shades from the same paint strip. Painters tape and a level helped achieve the crisp, straight lines.

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Farmhouse Bathroom: Reclaimed Shelves

Blue checkered wall shelf plants jars — Laura Moss

Open shelves provide storage and display space above the commode. They're made from salvaged floorboards and mounted on brackets. The walnut stain and weathered finish reinforce the room's farmhouse aesthetic.

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Modern Budget Bathroom Makeover

black and white bathroom with wood counter — Laurey Glenn

The homeowners pulled off this budget bathroom makeover by choosing inexpensive materials and DIYing much of the work. For the shower, they inserted glass panels into a powder-coated frame and installed the finished unit themselves. Butcher block forms an affordable waterfall countertop around the wall-mounted vanity cabinet.

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Modern Bathroom: Budget-Friendly Tile

coral towel hanging in black and white bathroom — Laurey Glenn

White, 6-inch-square ceramic tile was available at the local home center for a budget bathroom makeover that looks clean and crisp. Dark grout lines define the grid pattern, which stretches over the walls and tub surround. The floor is covered in large, charcoal-colored tiles for contrast.

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Modern Bathroom: Storage Ideas

storage nook with woven plate decorations — Laurey Glenn

An IKEA kitchen cabinet provides handy storage in this slim nook. It's anchored to the wall and topped with a piece of oak for added style. The floating shelves above are crafted from leftover cuts from the butcher-block countertops.

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Renewed Budget Bathroom Makeover

Bath Makeovers white bathroom floor wall — Cameron Sadeghpour

This outdated 1964 space received a bright, budget bathroom makeover with an all-white palette. Simple construction and pine boards were used to create the new double vanity. A wall of horizontal car siding (found at home centers) covers the wall adjacent to the sink and adds interest.

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Renewed Bathroom: Shiny Accents

bathroom mirrors gray chevron — Cameron Sadeghpour

A hand-painted herringbone pattern creates the look of a high-end wallpaper accent wall. Simple glass floating shelves add storage for vanity organizers (like this Better Homes & Gardens Faux Marble 4-Piece Vanity Organizer Set, $23, Walmart) without taking attention away from the pretty wall treatment. Chrome accents give the room a polished look.

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Renewed Bathroom: DIY Vanity

sleek rustic countertop sink wood — Cameron Sadeghpour

The DIY pine vanity looks elegant with a rich stain made from latex paint. The homeowners diluted a midtone gray-brown shade with water before brushing it on. A slab of remnant marble tops the vanity and elevates the look.

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Renewed Bathroom: Easy Storage Update

organize laundry shelves bathroom — Cameron Sadeghpour

Doors were removed from a standard closet for a budget bathroom makeover, allowing easy shelving access. The color-block paint treatment adds soothing blues and greens to the white bathroom. Simple fabric bins (like this Better Homes & Gardens Fabric Cube Storage Bin, $10, Walmart) corral supplies and toiletries.

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Renewed Bathroom: DIY Shower Curtain

watercolor bathroom shower curtain — Cameron Sadeghpour

A plain white shower curtain gets a DIY twist with a freehand floral design. It was sketched first with a permanent marker, then colored in with watered-down fabric paint. The imperfections enhance the nature-inspired look. Pair the DIY shower curtain with a shaggy bath rug (similar to this Better Homes & Gardens 100% Cotton Fringe Reversible Bath Rug, $18, Walmart) in a complementary color.

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Renewed Bathroom: Shower Tile

shower shelf bathroom flower — Cameron Sadeghpour

While most of the shower is subway tile, this niche got a special treatment with glass mosaic tile. One sheet of tile can make a big impact in an all-white space. Using more expensive tile in only a small area saves room in the budget for splurges elsewhere.

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Colorful Budget Bathroom Makeover

blue vanity bathroom wallpaper — Brie Williams

Vivid shapes and vintage-inspired colors erased the utilitarian dullness of this guest bathroom. To kick off the color scheme, the maple vanity was refreshed with sky blue paint. The tall wainscoting treatment was created with simple lengths of wood.

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Colorful Bathroom: Eclectic Accessories

chevron shower curtain bathroom — Brie Williams

A modern chevron pattern on the shower curtain and shade add a graphic element contrasting the organic wall design. Blue paint energizes a rattan stool used for storage near the shower. Overhead, an antique-inspired chandelier adds unexpected sparkle.

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Colorful Bathroom: DIY Wall Mural

freehand bird wall permanent marker paint — Brie Williams

A permanent marker with a fine tip was used to create this freehand bird sanctuary on the walls, a creative DIY budget bathroom makeover idea. The birds and butterflies were colored in with acrylic paint. This homeowner used a projector to help lead the pattern.

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Colorful Bathroom: Fun Accents

The small bathroom's carefree, nature-inspired theme includes other winged creatures, too. This sweet owl hook is a fun place to hang a towel. The brass finish ties in with the vintage theme. You could also opt for a Venetian bronze finish on towel bars and hooks (similar to this Better Homes & Gardens Venetian Bronze Gorham Hook, $8, Walmart).

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Colorful Bathroom: Budget Decor

bird wall art painting lamp flowers — Brie Williams

Vintage needle art in matching frames is an inexpensive way to carry the bird theme through the room. For a bargain, simple gold frames are easily found at thrift stores or garage sales. This budget bathroom makeover detail instantly elevates the look with added character and style.