These tiny bathroom remodel ideas will dramatically increase the feel of the square footage without breaking through a wall. Making a few changes to your bathroom design can bring a big impact even on a tight budget.
Tiny Bathroom Remodel Ideas
There are a few tricks to make a bathroom feel larger, but one of my favorite is to add tiling up to the ceiling. Instead of cutting the tiling halfway, take it up to the ceiling to add length to a small bathroom.
Another trick is to tile the space behind a bathroom mirror with vertical tile and tiling this area from top of the sink to the ceiling will help elongate the space. During your tiny bathroom remodel, consider installing tile with a fun pattern or texture to dramatically elevate the design of a small bathroom.
The tiles also help bring texture and visual interest to a space without overpowering the small bathroom. Layer a lighted mirror over top of the tiling to make the tile really stand out.
If you have a tight budget, you can save money by doing most of these things yourself. These ideas might look expensive, but they are more affordable than you think.
Floor to Ceiling Shower Tile
Another way to increase the feel of a bathroom without actually demoing the walls, is to add floor to ceiling shower tile behind the shower or tub area. Larger tiles area easier to clean and make the space feel more sleek and modern.
While smaller navy ceramic mosaic tiles bring a more of a coastal feel to a bathroom. The navy and wave style tiles make a statement by bringing movement, color, and texture to a smaller shower area.
Both of these styles are beautiful in their own way and give the illusion that the square footage of the bathroom has increased. Before deciding on a tile for your bathroom, consider the design of the rest of the house.
A super modern bathroom would look out of place in a traditional style home, so try to other spaces in the home in mind when designing each room.
Add a Statement Wall to a Small Bathroom
Instead of your builder grade tile, consider an unexpected wall feature is fun way to bring character to a small bathroom. Take it a step further by building recessed shelving with lighting to display decor or toiletries.
Since the walls and floor are all warm neutrals, bronze or black fixtures will standout beautifully in this bathroom. Purchase neutral colored bottles or fun colors to pour your products into, so they blend with the design style of your bathroom.
Add Large Bathroom Mirrors
Every tiny bathroom remodel needs a new mirror because those builder grade mirrors don’t do a space any favors. If your budget is tight, give your current mirror a makeover or replace it with a new round mirror or framed mirror to make the space feel custom.
The nice thing about using your current mirror, is that you do not have to remove anything. You are simply adding 4 pieces of wood around your existing mirror then you can paint or stain it any color to match your bathroom design.
The wood can be stained or painted any color to match the style of your small bathroom. Adding a frame will dramatically change the look of your space and only cost a few dollars.
Floating Shelves with Greenery
Decorating the space behind the toilet is tricky, so an easy way to fill the space is to add wall decor or shelving with overflowing greenery. The overflowing greenery will help fill out the blank areas without taking control of the space.
Mounting shelves is a great way to decorate with small glass bottles, plants, candles, and other random decor. If you have scrap wood on hand, try make these scrap wood shelves for free!
Medicine Cabinet Makeover
If you are looking for a super tiny bathroom remodel project, consider fixing up the niche hidden behind your medicine cabinet. Medicine cabinets with mirrored doors are a thing of the past or at least they should be.
If you have a similar style medicine cabinet, you should take on a quick weekend project to give your medicine cabinet a makeover. Once you remove the medicine cabinet you will have a niche for floating shelving that you can design however you want.
Painting the wall being the medicine cabinet the same color of the walls will give it a subtle look. If you are feeling bold, make a statement in this nook with tile or wall paper that compliments the bathroom.
Paint a Bathroom Vanity
Instead of replacing a bathroom vanity, give it an affordable update with a fun paint color. Painting a bathroom vanity is easier than you think with a few tips and tricks and of course the right paint for the project.
I found the best paint for painting cabinets that can withstand moisture and mildew, making it perfect for a bathroom. Painting a vanity will cost around $20 instead of spending hundreds or more on a brand new vanity.
Install a New Vanity
If your current bathroom vanity isn’t worth salvaging, you can replace it with a more stylish design. Make sure to select the correct size vanity to allow doors to open a close properly in a small bathroom.
Another things to keep in mind is that even though a larger vanity might fit into your small bathroom, it might actually make the bathroom feel cramped. So, be mindful when selecting the size and color of your bathroom vanity.
Installing New Tile Flooring
New tile flooring with a bold pattern will make the space feel fun and alive. An interior design can feel boring when we play it safe with all of our design choices. So, go out of your ordinary style once in a while to change things up with unexpected designs.
Conclusion
A tiny bathroom remodel is the best place to go out of your element. Instead of a safe design, try something bold and a bit unexpected in this small area. Even a bold design can feel inviting and cozy if done right, so make sure to carefully select items for your design.