6 Smart Ways to Upgrade Your Tiny Bathroom on a Budget

27.07.2024 - 11:41 / thespruce.com / Tessa Cooper

One major pro of a pint-sized bathroom is that it is typically fairly affordable to give it a facelift.

The less square footage you're working with, the less you'll have to spend on material and perhaps labor. Plus, just a few accessories can make a big impact in a tiny space.

If inspiration has struck and you're ready to remodel your petite bathroom without taking out a second mortgage, here's where you can start.

Kallie Green is Dwellify's in-house designer, where she lends her knowledge of color and pattern to help offer turnkey remodeling services.

Design by Emily Henderson, Photography by Sara Ligorria-Tramp

Wall tile is one cosmetic change that makes a huge impact. If you have expensive taste, you might find yourself drawn to tile that's a bit out of your budget. Before splurging, Green recommends exploring ways to make a more affordable material, like subway tile, look more high-end.

For example, you could arrange it in a herringbone pattern, or look for one with unique flair.

«Subway tiles come in lots of different colors and finishes, so you can still achieve a custom look in the space,» she says.

Another perk of working with a cheaper material like subway tile is that you may be able to afford to take it to the ceiling, which Green notes can make the entire room appear larger.

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Next to wall treatments, flooring is the next upgrade that offers the biggest bang for your buck.

Installing new flooring will always take a big chunk out of the renovation budget, but Green notes that opting for large-format tiles rather than mosaic ones can save you money, especially on labor,