We decided to have Helen Davies swing by today and share a couple of her simple yet great DIY tips to make for an easy bathroom makeover!  Helen  is a keen blogger, claims to be a Pinterest addict and currently works as a freelance writer for Better Bathrooms. She is also an interior designer that has regularly been published in a wide rang of magazines and websites in the US as well as in the UK! She has a passion for design as well as DIY and is always on the hunt for new and creative ways to decorate a room! Be sure to check out her fun and informative site! So let’s get to it… here’s the scoop!

EASY BATHROOM DIY by Helen Davies

I’ve spent a lot of time recently thinking about how I can brighten up my bathroom for spring. The days are getting lighter and sunnier, and my bathroom is looking a little… well… faded. I’ve got my eye on a cheap bathroom suite which I’d like to get installed in a couple of years, when the kids are bigger, but for now I’m planning to see just how much of a difference I can make to the space over a few weeks – by myself, one job at a time, when I have the time.

So. Here’s my plan…

Task number one: Cleaning. Lots and LOTS of cleaning. I’m planning to use homemade stuff where I can – white vinegar, baking soda and lemon juice can do the work of a bunch of expensively packaged chemicals and you honestly can’t tell the difference after you’re done. Even that slight smell of vinegar fades once the room’s dried out. Sparkly clean! The grout around my bathroom tiles is a little gross though, so after a thorough clean, I’ll whiten it back up with a grout pen. That’s only cheating a bit!

Task number two: Repaint the walls. Once everywhere is sparkly, it’ll be time to get some fresh colour into the room. The walls are quite a dark shade at the moment and although there’s plenty of natural light in the room, I’m craving a really light, bright space for the new season. So I’ve bought a can of brilliant white for the ceiling and plenty of pale sage green bathroom paint for the walls. I love green, and it’s a very natural, calming shade.

Task number three: Freshen up the wooden cabinets and bath panels. My bathroom furniture was in the bathroom when I moved in and while it looks ok and is very practical, it’s always been a bit orange for my taste. I’m not a fan of varnish – I prefer a more natural, matt look. So I’m going to sand the wood down and stain the surfaces in an antique oak shade. I’ve also got some cool vintage handles in antique brass to replace the polished (and rapidly aging) ones that are on there now.

Task number four: Wall art. By this stage, the space should be looking presentable, but maybe not that interesting. I’m planning to add wall stickers to inject a little personality to my room. I know I could do something more DIY but honestly, I love wall stickers – they’re just so easy! Because I love fresh flowers in the bathroom but usually end up with a bunch of wilted tulips that have seen many, many better days, dying in there for weeks….. I’m going to add some oversized blossom wall art. Should give my room a spring zing, and I don’t have to remember to add water or flower food!

 Wish me luck!

Have a wonderful day!

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