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.
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:
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:
Jessica | house homemade
That'll look so good!
Ashley Mayes
Thanks girl!
Maureen
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!
Ashley Mayes
I know, right?! I wouldn't have thought I'd be excited about this space but I am.
Monica Benavidez
Love the black vanity and I can't wait to see your DIY light fixture.
Ashley Mayes
Thanks Monica! I just got the light parts today so I'm super excited!
Patti
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.
Ashley Mayes
Yes, I think so! I hope I love it.
Deborah
Paint always makes such a big difference. Looking forward to seeing how it all turns out.
Ashley Mayes
For sure and it's cheap (free in this case!).
Carrie
The plan looks great. I think the dark vanity will really flow with the rest of your house.
Ashley Mayes
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).
Brittany Goldwyn
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!
Ashley Mayes
Me too! Thanks Brittany!
Amy | Stow and TellU
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!
Ashley Mayes
I'm doing that method right now! Hoping it works. Thanks AmY!
Maria Brittis
Love the black vanity option! being a lover of white paint, this one is brilliant and it w ill look so classy.
Maria
Ashley Mayes
Thanks Maria!
Meredith @ The Palette Muse
I like the left image also. It's going to look so great, and will be a fun departure from what you had before!
Ashley Mayes
I think so too!
Eliesa @ Pinterest Addict
I love the black option. But then, I love black cabinets. Can't wait to see what you choose!
Ashley Mayes
I like them too! Thanks Eliesa!
Colleen
Yes! I love the left too! It's gonna be great!
Ashley Mayes
Yay, thanks Colleen!
Jillian
I can't wait to see how it turns out!
Ashley Mayes
Thanks Jillian! I'm hoping it turns out good!
Carol @ CAD INTERIORS
Love the dark vanity color! The design plan is beautiful. 🙂
Ashley Mayes
Thanks Carol! I really like it too!
Zografia | Bisozozo
Definitely the left one! So classy!
Ashley Mayes
Thanks so much! That's what I went with.
Kristen & Vicki
I love the round mirror! and the rug is super pretty too!
Ashley Mayes
Thanks! I'm still not sure the budget will work for the mirror but we shall see!
Erin @ Lemons, Lavender, & Laundry
Love that black vanity! This refresh is going to look amazing!
Ashley Mayes
Thanks Erin! I hope so!
Tracy
Yes! I agree the left photo!
Ashley Mayes
Yay! Me too!
sara s syrett
Love the left!!
Ashley Mayes
Sweet! That's what I went with.
Kathryn Baugher
Ooh! I can't wait to see it!
Ashley Mayes
Thank you! I'm ready to cross that finish line.
Angie @ Postcards from the Ridge
I love the darker option. It will look great coming off of your bedroom. Can't wait to see it all come together!
Ashley Mayes
Thanks Angie! The darker cabinets are looking good.