My primary bathroom was such a dungeon stuck in 2001. I couldn’t wait to take that bathroom from gloomy to glam. I lived with the dark uninviting space for 2.5 years while I planned, budgeted, and fantasized. After several projects in this house I was ecstatic when I finally had the chance to tear it all out. I took the whole bathroom down to the studs and partnered with several suppliers to create a glamorous, dreamy bathroom.
Rebuilding the Bathroom After Demo
My list of must-haves consisted of a spa like shower, a soaking tub (boy did I miss bubble baths!), gorgeous tile accents, and a stunning vanity. Doing the work myself saved me buckets of money and allowed me to get the high end fixtures and features that I wanted. Wait until you see the cost!!
Bathroom Budget Breakdown
I kept a running total of the expenses in this remodel and there may be some rough estimates in there but you get the idea! ceiling drywall was hired out because I loathe drywall and so was shower glass for obvious reasons. I deserved a teeeeny bit help after all.
- Vanity: $3469
- Tub: $1749
- Faucets: $818
- Tub Faucet: $729
- Tile saw: $200
- Mussel bound: $200
- Backsplash: $800
- Floor Tile: $175
- Light fixtures: $300
- Mirrors: $80
- Pocket door: $250
- Plumbing: $50
- Ceiling Drywall (hired out): $400
- Paint/Caulk/Mud: $200
- Trim: $100
- Arch Framing: $70
- Cement board:$100
- RedGard $50
- Mortar: $25
- Grout: $45
- Adhesive: $100
- Floor tile: $280
- Caulk: $30
- Wall tile: $560
- Premade Niches: $200
- Fixtures: $589
- Window: $100
- Pvc and Stone Trim: $175
- Glass Door(hired out): $900
Total: $12,744
The vanity! That tub! My shower! This bathroom renovation is everything I dreamed of. It turned out absolutely gorgeous. Instead of inspiring doom and gloom, it inspires peace and comfort. It’s amazing how where you live can impact your mental health so much!
