Budget-savvy bathroom makeover
Take your bathroom from basic to trendy with just a few accessories
Large palm R390, Builders. Rubber plant, stylist’s own. Black woven basket R190, Woolworths. Cane tray R269,99 and soap R25,99, Mr Price Home. Bamboo soapdish R99, H&M. Bath massager R49,99, hanging lantern R399,99 and lantern (on windowsill) R299,99, Mr Price Home.
AFTER Large, lush greenery was added to the unused corner at the end of the bathtub. Touches of black in the planters, new handles and knobs and cross detail on the cabinets add to the bathroom’s fresh, contemporary style.
STYLE INSPO The crosses (inspired by a first-aid kit) were cut from contact paper. We also replaced the handles and knobs with slick black ones. Black jar candle R79,99, H&M. Toothbrush holder R179 and soapdish R139, @home. Magnolia fragrance R69,99, Mr Price Home. Chalkboard contact paper (100x45cm) R81, Builders. Knobs R52,70 each and black door handles R32,30 each, Handles Inc. Soap dispenser R249, @home. Faux ficus in green pot R299 and facecloth R25, Woolworths.
ACCESSORISE IT Trendy accessories bring life to the previously uninspiring bathroom – proving that you don’t need new tiles or paint to make a big difference. Rope hanging basket R99, hanging staghorn R69,99, faux lamb’s ears wreath R179,99, charcoal soap bar R69,99, vanilla handwash R49,99 and green glass jar candle R119,99, Mr Price Home. Standing mirror R329 and green jar candle R119, Woolworths. Faux plant R99,99, Mr Price Home. Bath towel R269 and bath mat R349, Woolworths.
SHOWER TIME A stylish, tiered hanging caddy is a great investment. Shower caddy R625, Builders. Charcoal body lotion R79,99 and charcoal body scrub R89,99, Mr Price Home.
MIX & MATCH Accessories in interesting colours or shapes make a big difference. Bamboo hooks R249 and waffle towel R249, H&M. Bath brush R159,99, Mr Price Home. Sponge R119, @home. Guest towel R79,99, H&M.