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Tips to renovate your bathroom on a shoestring budget

Sunday, July 26th, 2009

Looking to add a pinch of style and panache to your dull old bathroom?
Feel bad when you look at all the modern bathrooms in savvy magazines and feel like you should own one too?
Well, here are some tips to spice up your bathroom a bit, that too on a budget.

1. Go for a theme for your bathroom – Do you want a modern look, a contemporary look or just plain scenic? Choose colors which match the home décor like furniture, walls and overall look. So first you select a theme and decorate accordingly.
2. Accessorize first – You need to choose the right accessories for your bathroom. Cabinets, basin and even the floor mat should all be as per the theme. A stylish floor mat can make quite a statement. You can find several good ones at a thrift store or garage sales for dirt cheap prices.
3. Towels, Curtains and Bathmats – These would add that extra zing required to make your bathroom stand out, if you choose them properly. They must match the theme of the bathroom – So, if you choose a jungle theme for your bathroom – You can match the towels, curtains, bathmats and even the toilet seats in green or khaki jungle colors. You can add some plants to gel with the theme and give it a overall fresh look.
4. Shower QuadrantsShower Quads must be chosen very carefully. They should be spacious and very stylish. They add a glam effect to the bathroom.