I transformed my dated, beige bathroom with purchases from B&M and Matalan
You don’t have to spend a fortune to get the bathroom of your dreams, this woman has updated her boring beige bathroom with some smart high street purchases.
Her tricks are great if you’re on a budget and don’t want to spend for fun.
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DIY fan Melissa Walker, from the UK, said cheap purchases from Amazon, B&M, B&Q and Matalan helped her transform her bathroom from drab to fabulous.
Delighted with her bathroom’s transformation, Melissa took to social media to share a before and after look at the space, leaving many open-mouthed.
Post on DIY on a budget officera private Facebook group with 2.2 million members, Melissa posted a photo of her bathroom before renovating it, along with photos of the finished space.
Alongside the post, Melissa wrote: “Our downstairs bathroom/shower room. We completely stripped the shower and rebuilt it.”
She then confirmed: “All the work in this room we did ourselves on a budget of £500, although we already had the tiles left over from a relative’s house.”
Melissa told Fabulous about her bathroom makeover, explaining that she bought her sink, tap and basin from welove.co.uk.
Not only did the tiling make a big difference in the space, but she also used Valspar paint, in the shade Haunting Melody, to add color and style to the once very dark and dated bathroom.
She also bought her shower screen from Manomano.co.uk and her shower and toilet seat from Amazon.
But when it came to accessories for the space, Melissa bought her round mirror and her potted plants from B&M.
She then got her towel rail and toilet roll holder from B&Q and art prints from Matalan.
To complete the space, Melissa added wall art, which she ordered online from Etsy.
We think Melissa’s space looks fantastic – and thanks to her budget purchases and a lick of paint, it’s super stylish yet incredibly unique.
Melissa’s light-up bathroom has clearly impressed many, as her post quickly racked up 344 likes and 58 comments.
Facebook users were left open-mouthed at the bathroom transformation and many were eager to share it in the comments.
Not only did users think it looked “pretty,” but many praised Melissa’s choice of purple paint.
One person said: “I would never have chosen purple but wow!! It really pops and looks absolutely luscious!!
Another said: “I would never have chosen purple for a bathroom but I really love it.
“Probably one of the best transformations I’ve seen too, looks beautiful!”
A third commented: “Stunning colour, looks beautiful.”
Meanwhile, someone else wrote: “Looks absolutely amazing.”
While another DIY fan chimed in: “I love this. Currently I am working on the bathroom for my little girls little by little and I think I will go for the same color. It’s beautiful.”
10 DIY hacks for less than £1 each
These easy and affordable DIY hacks can help you get creative and save money at the same time
Homemade air freshener:
Mix baking soda with a few drops of your favorite essential oil. Place it in a small jar with a perforated lid to keep your house smelling fresh.
Upcycled Tin Planters:
Clean and paint empty tins to use as stylish planters for herbs or small plants.
Custom Phone Stand:
Use a sturdy piece of cardboard or an old plastic credit card to make a custom phone stand. Decorate it with washi tape or paint.
DIY lip scrub:
Combine sugar and a little honey or coconut oil to make a natural lip scrub. Store in a small container.
Personalized Bookmarks:
Use old greeting cards or decorative paper to make unique bookmarks. Make a hole at the top and add a ribbon for the finishing touch.
Decorative Mason Jars:
Paint or decoupage old mason jars to use as decorative vases, storage containers or candle holders.
Simple cable organizer:
Use empty toilet paper rolls to organize cables and cords. Decorate the rolls with colorful paper or tape.
Magnetic spice jars:
Attach small magnets to the lids of small jars and stick them on a metal plate or refrigerator so you can easily access the spices.
Handmade coasters:
Cut squares from old pinboard or felt and decorate them with paint or fabric to make your own coasters.
Natural all-purpose cleaner:
Mix equal parts water and white vinegar in a spray bottle. Add a few drops of essential oil for a pleasant scent. Use it to clean surfaces around your home.
