My Long Overdue Bathroom Remodel
I actually had a video of my bathroom redo process….technically I still have the video we are just have uploading issues. So I decided to go ahead and post the pictures.
This remodel started 1 1/2 yrs ago! At the end of Summer ‘08 my then 81 year old Grandpa did all the carpentry work for me. He has been a carpenter since he was a boy and as of today he still isn’t 100% retired.
My teeny tiny bathroom was covered in that ugly vertical pastel wallpaper when we moved in. There was no shower in the tub and the surround was just pale blue painted walls.
My Grandpa began taking town the surround walls and came across many even more interesting wall papers.
I think the yellow plaid was by far my favorite!! LOL
He gutted the entire surround area and put up new walls of cement board for the tile.
The very old medicine cabinet and sink was removed as well. I was so glad to get all the old removed. The bathroom was tiny enough and the old bulky fixtures made it even tinier.
As you can see he replaced the old bulky sink with a much smaller up to date one. I got this sink kit at Lowe’s and I absolutely love it. It was only $100
Here is a full view of the sink and cabinet as well as a little bit of my floor. It did have nasty carpet. Grandpa pulled it up and put down this fabulous floor. It is made like the click n lock wood floors however it is a fake stone. It is very low maintenance!
The bathroom closet was weird, it was set up like a coat closet and had no shelves. I had Grandpa removed the rod and put shelves in from top to bottom.
The surround tiling was almost complete. I ended up painting the shutter white and we had a shower put in. After all this work was done I didn’t do any painting that year.
While my Grandpa was remodeling my bathroom I was painting two bedrooms. It was nearing fall and I was tired so I left it. I actually left it until almost the end of summer ‘09. We spent the beginning of the summer working on the living room and it was a huge chore.
I finally painted the bathroom and I painted it the same pale blue that was on the wall in the above picture. However I didn’t like it. So a few weeks ago I painted it again.
I ended up choosing Aegean Blue which was my first choice in the beginning then I chickened out deciding it was too dark.
I got a new shower curtain and painted my picture frames to coordinate.
I also painted this little metal shelf that used to be silver and the wreath that used to be brown and added just a few things for decoration. I love this color so much better!! I am so glad I made the decision to repaint.
Right now I have a couple more things I need to do. I broke one of the glass shades to my light fixture so I need to go to Lowe’s to buy new ones. Also the wall beside the closet is small but bare, I am looking for some kind of art to go there. In the mean time I am thrilled with my teeny tiny bathroom.
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Wow Amber, that is a big transformation. Good Job. The blue is bold, but it looks great. I’m glad you love it.
Kalleen it definitely is bold but it is very fun and happy!!
We do love it. ~Amber
whoa!! the blue is bold indeed, but it works! great redo on this room.
(stopping by from the shabby nest)
What a great redo…I love the colors, looks so fresh and clean…and so pretty. I love the before and after photos, really gives a feel for all your work and time. Great job.
I think your bathroom looks great and what a beautiful color of blue! Great job!
Go big or go home. The blue is bold and beautiful. Go with what you love.
Pamela
Oh wow. This turned out great!
I am hosting “Saturday is Crafty Day” tomorrow and I’d love it you stopped by!
Love the blue & brown combo!
Nice redo! We definitely have similarities- I just posted our bathroom redo at My Romantic Home too, and a video. AND it took us a year and a half to finish completely, too!
Here’s the bathroom link, if you’re interested:
http://www.anoregoncottage.com/2010/04/remodeling-series-part-7-master-bath.html
And the video:
http://www.anoregoncottage.com/2010/04/remodeling-series-wrap-up-and-new-video.html
Thanks Sarah, Colorado Lady, Tammy, Pamela, Laura and Lara!
Okay Jami that is too funny!! I just went and checked out your pictures and love your bathroom. I haven’t watched the video yet but will be doing that too, thanks for leaving me the link.
Looks great Amber!!
Oh my I do love a makeover story! Very nice job I might add! If you have a moment please stop by, I am giving away a pretty rose teapot for the month of April!
Hugs,
Olivia
Love the paint color! And the wallpaper – I have to wonder what people were thinking sometimes.
That sink set-up is one of my favorites. Nice job!
I am thrilled to see the bright color! I love bright colors myself, and I will be sharing one soon. Turquoise is such a great color isn’t it?
Scribbler
Thanks Mandy and Olivia! threeundertwo, this whole house was filled with beautiful wallpaper. You can check out the living room wallpaper here http://simoneysavers.com/2010/03/02/tackle-it-tuesday-living-room-curtains-and-rug/
and the kitchen wallpaper here http://simoneysavers.com/2010/04/07/kitchen-redo-200-budget-pt-1-wall-primer/
The elderly lady that owned the house loved wallpaper!!
Kim I LOVE the sink!! It was the easiest decision in the room.
Scribbler I love the bright color!! It is so happy and it makes me so happy now that I repainted it.
WOW! It looks amazing!
Nice Job!! We had a lot of wallpaper to remove when we moved in too. I recently re-did our bathroom in a darker blue and white. I love that combo. It really looks great. Thanks for joining Messy Monday! I’d love to see you every week.
Neutrals are highly over rated! Love the blue!
We are in the process of a bathroom update as well. Yours is more involved for sure. Your white spray painted wreath caught my eye! I did the same thing. I should try mine in the bathroom as well. I may actually decide to change it to black… thanks for the idea!
Hi Amber…
Wow…what a fabulous transformation…I love it!!! Doesn’t even look like the same bathroom…but then I guess that’s the idea! Hehe! I have a sink and vanity…almost identical to yours in my master bath! I’m loving it! Well my friend, thank you so much for sharing your fabulous makeover with us for the Sunday Favorites “One Year” birthday celebration! It was a joy to have you!!!
Have a wonderful day and best wishes with the gift card giveaway!
Chari @Happy To Design
What a great redo. I always love to see befores and afters. So impressive! Thanks for sharing at ‘Look at me, I’m SO Crafty!’ at Fun to Craft.
The white really pops against that blue! It looks great.
It looks Wonderful! Great job! : )
Beautiful makeover…luv that awesome sink! Hope you have a FUN day:)
Blessings,
Linda
So much better! I really like the sink and vanity combo.
Thanks for sharing at My Backyard Eden!
WOW! Great job… I love it…
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