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Jan 15

One bathroom - double makeover

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Our bathroom makeover was a two-stage process. It looked like this in 2005 when we moved in - shocking pink and the avocado green, plus the wallpaper! Must be the 70’s.

Makeover #1 - We were not sure if we should go ahead with a complete renovation right away, so we decided to remove the wallpaper, paint the walls and just make the bathroom look clean and less cluttered.

Makeover #2  - In 2008 we did a complete renovation and finally got rid off the avocado green.

We had professionals to:

• demolish the entire bathroom
• install bathtub and shower head
• install tiles in the shower
• install floor tiles

 

We have painted the bathroom and installed the rest ourselves:

• curved shower rod - we really recommended it; it gives you extra elbow room and looks elegant

• vanity came in the box - relatively easy to put together and much cheaper

• toilet - classic white with elegant base

 

 

• granite countertop with a built-in porcelain sink, just install faucet

So here it is, our new bathroom. The 70's are gone!

Let us know how we did? It’s always nice to get some feedback.

8 comments

1. § katy @ A Starter House said on : 01/16/10 @ 13:27
   Love it - wow, what a transformation! There's nothing like a new bathroom. you all did a great job, I love the finishes you selected. I cannot wait to do our master bath!
2. § le@whoopwhoop said on : 01/16/10 @ 15:10
   just lovely ... I thought stage one was just a major improvement but you sure are at a new level now .... best le
3. § Rhoda @ Southern Hospitality said on : 01/16/10 @ 15:22
   You did great! Bye-bye 70's, the worst decade in design ever. Love your reno and thanks so much for your kind comments over at my blog. Of course, you can take my button, I'm honored that you did.
4. § cindy~My Romantic Home said on : 01/16/10 @ 16:07
   Thanks for your nice comment! Your new bathroom looks so nice!!! What a difference! Thanks for putting my button up on your blog!!!
5. § Blueloom® said on : 01/16/10 @ 19:21
   Thanks very much everyone! We are just starting our blog, so we really appreciate your comments. We hope you will come back.
   Cheers!
6. § Sarah @ Dream In Domestic said on : 01/17/10 @ 07:56
   Wow - what a transformation! I don't know how long I could live with the way the bathroom was when you moved in. Just removing the wallpaper and painting made a huge difference, but the remodel looks great. I love the vanity - you would never know that you put it together yourself, and the colors are very natural and serene. I'm sure spending time in there is much more calming and relaxing now. Great job!
7. § Heather said on : 01/17/10 @ 09:13
   I love it!!
   I can't wait to redo our bathrooms. We took the same course of action as you and have beautified it as much as possible until we are ready to gut it.
   Love what you have done... Looks great.
8. § Jennifer said on : 05/23/10 @ 12:26
   You guys did an excellent job on your bathroom (I came over to your website from your bathroom on HGTV's Rate My Space). Could you tell me where you purchased your countertop and the name of the color? I have been looking for one and your's is perfect my bathroom redo. Thanks so much!!!

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