Updating your bathroom, without breaking your budget

When sprucing up your home for visitors, the bathroom is one room of the house where you can make a big impact for a relatively small expense. This is particularly true if you're selling your home. Most people already know that kitchens and bathrooms are typically the most important rooms in selling a house. There is generally a very good return on any investment made to upgrade or update the look of these two rooms. However, it is possible to make a big difference without breaking the bank to do it!

Here are some simple, easy and affordable ways to correct deficiencies in your outdated bathroom and create interest.

• Replace an old style light fixture with a new style light strip of make-up light
• Consider replacing your sink faucet with one of the new look brushed nickel models with pull handles
• Replacing the hardware on vanity cupboard doors and drawer handles can instantly perk up the look of your bathroom. Chrome or brushed nickel hardware in a sleek and modern design can add shine and impact.
• Why not consider installing a wall phone in the bathroom for the ultimate in convenience and create a high tech look in the process
• Keep all your personal care articles well out of sight. A cluttered look quickly dates the look of a room, particularly if it's a small one.
• If your bathroom fixtures are worn and outdated, there are alternatives to a costly replacement. Professional porcelain refinishing services will refinish a worn bathtub and have it look like new for a fraction of the cost of replacing it.
• If the tiles in your bathroom are old and out of style, there are new paints on the market that allow you to paint over your existing tiles. Choose a light, neutral shade such as off-white or cream tones to give your bathroom a spacious feel. These shades will also appeal to almost every buyer, whatever their own taste or colour scheme.
• If the tiles in your tub enclosure need replacing, you can do the job with a one-piece pre-formed tub enclosure that looks like a tiled wall. It fits right on top of your existing wall, and gives you an instant update for a fraction of the cost of ripping out and replacing all your individual tiles.
• Another quick and easy update is achieved by replacing a towel rack, toilet seat, or bathroom accessories such as soap dish or toothbrush holder.
• Add colour and richness with new towels and a matching shower curtain. This is one area where you can really splurge on the best products, because when you move, you'll be taking them with you.

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Lars & Michele Nielsen are Real Estate Sales Representatives working with Coldwell Banker Coburn Realty