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    Bathroom Design Plan

    January 11, 2017 by Ashley Mayes 42 Comments

    This is week two with the $100 challenge and it's all about the Bathroom Design Plan today. If you are new here and have no idea what I'm talking about then let me catch you up. Erin from Lemons, Lavender and Laundry has challenged herself for a few years now to refresh a room for under $100. This year, she decided to see who wanted to tackle a room with her and blog about it together. Being the crazy person that I am, I said yes! =)

    So, I'm tackling our master bathroom nook for under $100.

    Let's be honest here, $100 doesn't go far at all. So, this is not going to be a remodel... what this is going to be is a refresh. I actually love the requirements around this challenge - spend under $100 because I think this is doable for most of us.

    Ok, so real quick... here's where the bathroom was last week. Or, check out last week's post for more pictures and details.

    Modern and bright master bathroom nook

    Not ugly per say, but totally not me.

    My current style is definitely not the same as it was a few years ago.

    I posted on Facebook (hey, hop over there and like me if you haven't already!), this image:

    bathroom design plan with dark cabinets or white cabinets

    I asked which one everyone liked. I was happy to hear that everyone liked the left side better. I do too!

    So, that help firm up my plan for the space.

    Bathroom Design Plan and To Dos

    Paint bathroom cabinets dark (Use leftover paint from kitchen) - $0

    See about stripping hardware - $3 Acetone

    New Rug - $20

    DIY a Light - $50

    Fix Baseboards (Have extras on hand) - $0

    Replace Door Trim $20

    Paint Door Trim and Baseboards (have paint on hand) - $0

    Random Accessories (New soap container or towel) - $7

    = $100

    See all the rooms that are being made over for the $100 challenge:

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    1. Jessica | house homemade

      January 11, 2017 at 6:14 am

      That'll look so good!

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      • Ashley Mayes

        January 17, 2017 at 1:40 pm

        Thanks girl!

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    2. Maureen

      January 11, 2017 at 9:06 am

      It is amazing what a big impact $100 can make when you lay out the plan! I love what you have chosen and can't wait to see it come to life!

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      • Ashley Mayes

        January 14, 2017 at 3:20 pm

        I know, right?! I wouldn't have thought I'd be excited about this space but I am.

        Reply
    3. Monica Benavidez

      January 11, 2017 at 9:30 am

      Love the black vanity and I can't wait to see your DIY light fixture.

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      • Ashley Mayes

        January 14, 2017 at 3:21 pm

        Thanks Monica! I just got the light parts today so I'm super excited!

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    4. Patti

      January 11, 2017 at 10:11 am

      Using black for the vanity will be a huge change but a good one and it's always fun to change it up. Especially for a refresh. You can always paint it again.

      Reply
      • Ashley Mayes

        January 14, 2017 at 3:23 pm

        Yes, I think so! I hope I love it.

        Reply
    5. Deborah

      January 11, 2017 at 10:58 am

      Paint always makes such a big difference. Looking forward to seeing how it all turns out.

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      • Ashley Mayes

        January 14, 2017 at 3:24 pm

        For sure and it's cheap (free in this case!).

        Reply
    6. Carrie

      January 11, 2017 at 2:01 pm

      The plan looks great. I think the dark vanity will really flow with the rest of your house.

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      • Ashley Mayes

        January 14, 2017 at 3:24 pm

        Thanks Carrie! I'm hoping that it feels more cohesive without actually remodeling (later, we want to do that but we have to have the budget first).

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    7. Brittany Goldwyn

      January 11, 2017 at 6:09 pm

      Both of your options look awesome, but I think the dark vanity is more your style. I would love wither! I can't wait to see it painted!

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      • Ashley Mayes

        January 14, 2017 at 3:24 pm

        Me too! Thanks Brittany!

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    8. Amy | Stow and TellU

      January 11, 2017 at 7:28 pm

      I think the dark color will be stunning for your bathroom nook cabinetry. In regard to stripping your hardware have you considered the crock pot method? My niece did that on her vintage buffet hardware and she said it worked like a charm, though I've never tried it. Looking forward to your next phase!

      Reply
      • Ashley Mayes

        January 14, 2017 at 3:25 pm

        I'm doing that method right now! Hoping it works. Thanks AmY!

        Reply
    9. Maria Brittis

      January 12, 2017 at 8:11 am

      Love the black vanity option! being a lover of white paint, this one is brilliant and it w ill look so classy.
      Maria

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      • Ashley Mayes

        January 14, 2017 at 3:25 pm

        Thanks Maria!

        Reply
    10. Meredith @ The Palette Muse

      January 12, 2017 at 11:38 am

      I like the left image also. It's going to look so great, and will be a fun departure from what you had before!

      Reply
      • Ashley Mayes

        January 20, 2017 at 11:01 am

        I think so too!

        Reply
    11. Eliesa @ Pinterest Addict

      January 12, 2017 at 12:52 pm

      I love the black option. But then, I love black cabinets. Can't wait to see what you choose!

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      • Ashley Mayes

        January 14, 2017 at 3:27 pm

        I like them too! Thanks Eliesa!

        Reply
    12. Colleen

      January 12, 2017 at 5:31 pm

      Yes! I love the left too! It's gonna be great!

      Reply
      • Ashley Mayes

        January 14, 2017 at 3:27 pm

        Yay, thanks Colleen!

        Reply
    13. Jillian

      January 12, 2017 at 9:57 pm

      I can't wait to see how it turns out!

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      • Ashley Mayes

        January 14, 2017 at 3:27 pm

        Thanks Jillian! I'm hoping it turns out good!

        Reply
    14. Carol @ CAD INTERIORS

      January 13, 2017 at 11:11 am

      Love the dark vanity color! The design plan is beautiful. 🙂

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      • Ashley Mayes

        January 14, 2017 at 3:27 pm

        Thanks Carol! I really like it too!

        Reply
    15. Zografia | Bisozozo

      January 14, 2017 at 10:13 am

      Definitely the left one! So classy!

      Reply
      • Ashley Mayes

        January 14, 2017 at 3:29 pm

        Thanks so much! That's what I went with.

        Reply
    16. Kristen & Vicki

      January 14, 2017 at 7:03 pm

      I love the round mirror! and the rug is super pretty too!

      Reply
      • Ashley Mayes

        January 17, 2017 at 1:40 pm

        Thanks! I'm still not sure the budget will work for the mirror but we shall see!

        Reply
    17. Erin @ Lemons, Lavender, & Laundry

      January 16, 2017 at 9:29 am

      Love that black vanity! This refresh is going to look amazing!

      Reply
      • Ashley Mayes

        January 17, 2017 at 1:40 pm

        Thanks Erin! I hope so!

        Reply
    18. Tracy

      January 16, 2017 at 4:17 pm

      Yes! I agree the left photo!

      Reply
      • Ashley Mayes

        January 17, 2017 at 1:41 pm

        Yay! Me too!

        Reply
    19. sara s syrett

      January 16, 2017 at 5:15 pm

      Love the left!!

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      • Ashley Mayes

        January 17, 2017 at 1:41 pm

        Sweet! That's what I went with.

        Reply
    20. Kathryn Baugher

      January 18, 2017 at 8:28 pm

      Ooh! I can't wait to see it!

      Reply
      • Ashley Mayes

        January 20, 2017 at 11:02 am

        Thank you! I'm ready to cross that finish line.

        Reply
    21. Angie @ Postcards from the Ridge

      January 19, 2017 at 8:43 am

      I love the darker option. It will look great coming off of your bedroom. Can't wait to see it all come together!

      Reply
      • Ashley Mayes

        January 20, 2017 at 11:02 am

        Thanks Angie! The darker cabinets are looking good.

        Reply

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