Built-in tubs are a feature in many older homes and may not always have a pleasing aesthetic. This budget-friendly DIY bathroom makeover focused on using paint to refresh existing surfaces rather than replacing them, making it an accessible option for homeowners looking to transform a space without a full renovation. Our makeover kept the main elements in the room and upgraded walls, cabinetry, and floors with only a coat of paint.
Because bathrooms are high-humidity spaces, it’s important to choose interior paint finishes and products designed to hold up to moisture. While you can use regular interior paint in a bathroom, selecting a durable, washable finish, especially in areas exposed to steam, helps prevent peeling, mildew, and frequent touch-ups.
Paint Colors:
Walls: Silver Feather BWC-29 tinted in Interior Flat Finish
Accent wall: Starless Night PPU14-20 tinted in Interior Flat Finish
Trim: Polar Bear 75 tinted in Cabinetry & Trim Interior Semi-gloss
Vanity: Starless Night PPU14-20 tinted in Cabinetry & Trim Interior Semi-gloss
Floor: Polar Bear 75 & Starless Night PPU14-20 tinted in Porch & Patio Floor Paint
Paint can make an impact without replacing large room elements. Neutral colors and limited materials can transform this bathroom into a place of serenity. Starless Night makes a dramatic and refined accent. Finishing touches such as plants infuse this bathroom with life and color.
In most bathroom makeovers, two coats of paint are typically recommended for the best coverage and long-lasting color, especially when painting over darker shades or making a bold change like this deep navy accent wall. A primer plus two finish coats will deliver the smoothest, most moisture-resistant results.
A couple of few fresh coats of BEHR PREMIUM® Cabinet & Trim Interior Semi-Gloss Enamel paint can go a long way toward transforming your existing cabinets. For budget-conscious renovators, repainting a vanity is one of the most cost-effective ways to refresh a bathroom and achieve a high-end look without replacing cabinetry. A round mirror soften the hard vanity edges while simple, streamlined sconces omit a warm glow and add depth.
When choosing a finish for bathroom walls, satin is often the best choice because it offers moisture resistance with a softer, more forgiving look. Semi-gloss is even more durable and easier to wipe clean, but it can highlight wall imperfections. In most bathrooms, satin works beautifully for walls, while semi-gloss is ideal for trim, doors, and vanities.
Brass faucet and hardware and lighting fixtures create a cohesive look and convey a sense of luxury.
A painted stenciled floor with BEHR PREMIUM® PORCH & PATIO FLOOR PAINT – LOW-LUSTRE ENAMEL creates a sense of refined texture while a large rug conveys a warm and comforting feel.
Baths play and important part of restoring the mind and body. Natural elements such as a bamboo stool, natural wood brushes, scented candles, bath salts and oils add a therapeutic and calming quality to a home spa. Lightweight, stylish shelves create interesting silhouettes and help maintain an organized display of spa/bath products.
For paint products information and color ideas to transform spaces into relaxed and calming sanctuaries, visit the inspiration galleries on behr.com
Colorfully yours,
Diana
Your content is very helpful for me to makeover my bathroom.