Thrifty Bathroom Redo - Part 2

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This sink was made even more attractive by its original working faucets with porcelain knobs. To source them after purchase would have been difficult, time-consuming, and costly.

Add New Items

The wall sconces are new retail purchases—bought on sale—that add style.

Pull It Together with Paint

The paneling needed to be primed before painting. A satin-finish paint on walls and gloss on the trim are durable and easy to clean.

After

"The room gets amazing light throughout the day," notes the owners, who feel the white and soft gray palette makes it even more radiant. To reinforce the country theme, natural elements, such as fern wall art and a wood table, were added.

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Thrifty Bathroom Redo

Before the Makeover

When the owners of this weekend house first saw this bathroom, they knew it wouldn't take much—labor or investment—to freshen it up once they purchased the house. "We knew paint could lighten the space and a pedestal sink would help restore its original charm," say the owners. "But our biggest concern was the mosaic-tile floor, which looked drab with the wood paneling." By choosing a wall paint that helped highlight the gray tiles in the floor, the owners brightened the room and turned a drawback into a blessing.

The Particulars

LOCATION

A second-floor guest bathroom in a weekend home in the Catskill Mountains, originally built in 1890.

POTENTIAL

A vintage cast-iron tub, casement window, and sloped ceiling contribute to this bath's inherent style. Paint, a salvaged pedestal sink, and new fixtures will dramatically enhance the space's country aesthetic and overall appeal.

PURPOSE

To create a bright, easy-to-maintain bathroom that is accommodating and welcoming for overnight guests.

Save with Salvage

The salvaged pedestal sink was a lucky find at an antiques shop in town — and a bargain at $75. It provided the ideal partner to the home's original tub. Pedestal sinks are in abundance, but quality varies. Expect to pay from $60 to as much as $2,000 for a pristine vintage example.

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7 Paint Colors for a Cozy Home - Part 2

Pretty in Purple

Sarah Richardson, host of HGTV's Sarah's House, paints the ceiling of rooms to create warmth. "It works especially well if you have a sizable crown molding that can be painted in pure white to create a clear definition between the colors on the walls and ceiling," she says. As for her shades of choice, "it varies, but I tend to stay away from super-saturated hues in favor of ones like this pale lavender that look a bit faded."

Bold in Black

What does designer Darryl Carter do to make a major impact with minimal effort? He picks up a paint can and gives a door a quick facelift. "Use an interior porch paint with high traffic sealant, such as Benjamin Moore's Phelps Black," he says. In this home, Carter applied his bold, high-gloss look to provide dramatic contrast to the white walls.

Calming Cool Gray

"I have an averse reaction to colors that feel too crisp," says designer Shawn Henderson. So when using shades that fall more in the cool family (such as the gray shown here), Henderson always selects an eggshell or matte finish. Then, he pairs the paint with plush, textured furniture to create a refined, relaxed environment.

The Rustic Red

"Terra cotta can be really inviting," says Annie Selke, author of Fresh American Spaces. "But, choose carefully because this color can go very wrong, very easily." To avoid going too red or too orange, Selke suggests applying large test swatches to see how a handful of hues look during the day and night. The shade used in this dining room feels particularly warm because of its pinkish-red undertones.

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7 Paint Colors for a Cozy Home

It's easy to give your home that warm and cozy feeling with these paint tips from our favorite design pros.

Moody Green

"Draw inspiration from the earth tones outside," says Eddie Ross, editorial director of Rue La La Living. "The green color of moss, the deep blues and grays in the sky—these are the colors that feel naturally cozy this time of year." In this bedroom, a wall painted sage sets a neutral backdrop, while brown trim and rich furnishings complete the rustic palette.

Hello Yellow!

Suzanne and Lauren McGrath, authors of Good Bones, Great Pieces, rely on Benjamin Moore's Hawthorne Yellow to give even the smallest space a sunnier outlook. "Use the hue to paint the back wall of a bookshelf like we did in this photo and you'll instantly brighten the look of an entire room," says Lauren.

The All-White Way

White can be the most warming color of them all, swears interior designer (and renowned colorist) Jamie Drake. "Benjamin Moore's Mayonnaise is the perfect neutral," he states. Other whites can look crisp and cold, but this hue's creamy yellow base makes it truly versatile. For layered complexity, like what's shown in this bedroom, weave together several tones—from the walls and furniture to the lampshades, pillows, and accessories.

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Shop for a Traditional Bathroom

Jen Bathroom
Sink & Faucet from A-Ball Plumbing Supply
Sconce from Circa Lighting
Wallpaper from Farrow & Ball
Glass Shower Enclosure from A-Ball Plumbing Supply
Shower Pan from Vermont Soapstone
Floor Stain from Minwax
Floor Painter: Joe Scerri of Scerri Quality Wood Floors
Subway Tile and Bordering Glass Tile from Expo Design Center

Jen Closet

Classica Cherry Closet System from Schulte Storage
Wall Typography from Wonderful Graffiti
Woven Boxes & Tray from Via Motif

Jen Shower

Exposed Thermostatic Shower Fixture from A-Ball Plumbing Supply
Glass Shower Enclosure from A-Ball Plumbing Supply
Subway Tile and Bordering Glass Tile from Expo Design Center

Jen Shower

Exposed Thermostatic Shower Fixture from A-Ball Plumbing Supply
Glass Shower Enclosure from A-Ball Plumbing Supply
Subway Tile and Bordering Glass Tile from Expo Design Center

Jen Sink

Sink & Faucet from A-Ball Plumbing Supply
Sconce from Circa Lighting
Wood Floor Stain from Minwax
Antique Double Soap & Cupholder from LooLoo Designs
Wallpaper from Farrow & Ball

Pink Slippers
 
Shower Pan from Vermont Soapstone
Floor Stain from Minwax
Floor Painter: Joe Scerri of Scerri Quality Wood Floors
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The Big Guide to Bathroom Design - Part 14

Stained Glass Windows

The stained glass window came from the homeowner's previous house and provides both privacy and a dash of color.

Rustic Bathroom

Natural wood, rugged plaster walls, and antique furnishings adapted for the bath conjure the ambience of a Tuscan farmhouse and also offer a way to minimize the appearance of fixtures.

DIY Vanity

Beadboard paneling, vintage-inspired sconces, and soapstone countertop exemplify the room's country style. Fashion a mirror from an old frame picked up at a church sale for $1.50 (the glass, cut to size: $10).

Terry Cloth Armchair

A brocade chair won't do in the bathroom, so why not slipcover an old chair with terry cloth? It'll make for a cozy sitting spot after a shower or bath.

Radiant Light

"The room gets amazing light throughout the day," notes the owners, who feel the white and soft gray palette makes it even more radiant. To reinforce the country theme, natural elements, such as fern wall art and a wood table, were added.

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The Big Guide to Bathroom Design - Part 13

Window Treatments

For a neutral guest bathroom, draping a cotton scarf and tea towel over a curtain rod makes an informal window treatment.

Blue and White Bathroom

Varying shades of blue and white freshen up a traditional color scheme in a country bath.

Flea Market Finds

Painted metal letters from a flea market send a sweet message.

Furnished Bath

Real furniture gives you many more options than a typical vanity. This spacious master bath is furnished with a graceful bureau-turned-double-vanity, an elegant mirror, and a foyer-worthy chandelier and sconces.

Patchwork Tile

A highly practical surface of the bath, tile adds color, pattern, and texture in hundreds of beautiful ways. Like a patchwork quilt, remainder, sample, and sale tiles were "patched" together to cover the walls of a shower stall for an affordable route to a knockout custom look.

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The Big Guide to Bathroom Design - Part 12

Shower Tiles

If your tile is fine but the grout is discolored or damaged, regrout the area. Keep in mind that if tile is bulging or leaking, there may be more serious problems underneath. In this case, consult a contractor. You may need to replace the tile.

Tips on Cast Iron Tubs

Cast-iron reproduction tubs look authentically old-fashioned, and you can usually paint the exterior to match your bath's decor. Expect prices to run up to several thousand dollars. Cast-iron tubs can weigh nearly 1,000 pounds when filled with water, so before you buy, consult a contractor experienced in installing this type of tub to make sure that your floor can support the weight.

Sink Skirt Update

Instantly brighten your bathroom with a sink skirt made from cheerful, easy-to-launder fabric. Find a huge selection at reprodepot.com, or simply repurpose a shower or window curtain.

Bold Blue

Here the nautical palette is reversed: The walls become a bold blue while the fixtures and shower curtain remain white. A dark wall color is easier to handle in the bath, since time spent here is brief.

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The Big Guide to Bathroom Design - Part 11

Architectural Details

The rough-hewn wall of this 1825 house was left exposed, to reference the home's history. Placing a vintage footed tub in front of the wall makes it a focal point. Painted floorboards and old-fashioned brass floor-mounted plumbing (try California Faucets) complete the authentic feeling.

Silver Mirror Tray

A decorative silver mirror tray holds crystal accent pieces for a sophisticated bath.

Quick Bathtub Fix

For a tub that is in otherwise good condition, but has a worn or badly stained finish, try resurfacing it rather than replacing it. The one- to two-day process involves cleaning and prepping the surface, followed by the application of a coating to restore the color and shine.

Beachy Bath

To reinforce the feel of a beach house bathroom, use nautical accents, like a bath mat with a sailboat theme.

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The Big Guide to Bathroom Design - Part 10

Seashell Mirror

An extensive collection of seashells finds a purpose, decorating a bathroom mirror.

Green Paneling

In this green-and-white bathroom, the homeowners crafted faux paneling from simple 4x4s.

Colorful Decor

Adding color can be as simple and inexpensive as painting the walls — or introducing colorful accents by painting the exterior of a claw-foot tub; do it yourself with a coat of quality latex primer followed by two coats of exterior-grade latex paint in a satin or semigloss finish.

Romantic Style

One grand gesture can turn an ordinary bath into a bonbon-worthy boudoir. The rococo-inspired curves of the oversize mirror (try brocadehome.com) are echoed in the swoop of the claw-foot tub and the arc of the French chair legs. A lush balloon shade also communicates luxury.

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