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Give Your Bathroom a Facelift

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With the recession hitting all of our pockets at the moment, it’s not always easy to find room in your budget for the home improvemen­ts and décor updates you’d like to make around your home. But giving your space a revamp doesn’t have to cost the earth, even in traditiona­lly more expensive spaces – like the bathroom.

Susceptibl­e to moisture, limescale, rust, damp and a whole array of small issues which can quickly become big problems, your bathroom is often the space in your home which requires the most TLC and needs more regular revamps. But sprucing up your bathroom doesn’t necessaril­y mean starting from scratch and spending a fortune. There are lots of smart little updates you can make which will give this relaxing space a facelift for less than you might expect...

1. Let There Be Light

Dated lighting can really make an old bathroom look lacklustre, but a fresh approach can make a world of difference. To refresh your bathroom, invest in some new, modern lighting with character to see your space in an entirely new light.

2. Refinish, Don’t Replace

If your bath is looking a little worse for wear but it still perfectly functional – don’t chuck it out and start all over again. It’s much cheaper to have your bath refinished than to buy new fittings outright. Re-grouting tiles can also give them a quick fast lift. When it comes to sinks and showers, however, if you need a refresh, buying new will often be the more affordable option with the most longevity.

3. Get Organised

Creams, soaps, shampoos, towels, potions and lotions – our bathrooms have a habit of accumulati­ng lots of products and lots of clutter. Getting to grips with this abundance of items is a very affordable way to radically change the look and feel of your bathroom. From a simple declutteri­ng, to installing fresh, smart storage systems, get organised to give your space an upgrade for less.

4. Get Painting

One of the fastest and most affordable ways to give your bathroom a facelift is to give it a fresh lick of paint. Opt for a bold, of-themoment shade to bring your space right up to date for next to nothing. Don’t forget to give any cabinets a new coat of paint too. Whether you’re simply revarnishi­ng, or introducin­g a whole new colour palette, this will help you ring the changes.

5. Revamp for the Environmen­t

If you’re interested in making savings over the long term, it may be time to start thinking about investing a little more now to help make your home more efficient in the future. Getting “Greener” in your bathroom is not just good for the environmen­t, it can also be good for your bank balance when those bills come in. From low-flow toilets, to environmen­tally-friendly shower heads designed to conserve water, there are lots of eco-friendly updates you could consider to help upgrade your bathroom - and save money too.

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