It’s time to share a few more projects we took on in the split level renovation. If you missed the first few posts, check out the sunroom and the main living space first.
Next up …
The bathrooms
The bathrooms both needed a complete overhaul and we are thrilled with how they turned out. We went with white and black for a simple backdrop that could work for many buyers.
There was little we could salvage in either bathroom. These are some of the only projects in the house that we basically started from scratch. Most other spaces were just updated with flooring and paint.
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The main level bathroom was a full bath with lots of issues when we bought the house – peeling woodwork, dated finishes, a large vanity that was falling apart, and a walk-in tub.
The new vanity and finishes made a huge impact. We decided to stick with a single sink to keep plenty of counter space. The size was a bit smaller than a normal double vanity so we had to do some searching to find a cabinet and top that would fit in the area.
The mirror was also an awkward size, so we ended up keeping the original mirror and trimming it out to match the updated white finishes.
The bathroom also got lots of paint and the same flooring we used throughout the entire house. The end result feels brighter and bigger.
We actually removed and sold the walk-in tub for something a little more universal. Right now, walk-in tubs are actually very difficult to find, so it was great to be able to reuse it instead of taking it to the dump.
We added a new shower-tub surround, faucet and shower head, and shower door, which makes the entire room look more contemporary.
The room also has a nice linen closet behind the door, which got a fresh coat of paint and deep clean. (I wish we would have put a linen closet inside our bathroom at our house. It’s so convenient.)
Downstairs, the two bedrooms share a half-bath. It is very tiny but we wanted to make the most of every inch to be practical and useful. And it needed an update along with the rest of the house – which meant losing the dated shower, black sink, and mismatched finishes.
The vanity and toilet were also not sized appropriately for the space. Choosing fixtures intended for a small space was a great first step to make the bathroom work. Then, we added some modern finishes and plenty of lighting (since there are no windows in this bathroom).
The new vanity and sink still has plenty of storage but is much narrower, so it doesn’t stick out so far into the small bathroom. My dad found a simple recessed medicine cabinet, which is a nice addition in a bathroom with little storage. And we found a vanity light fixture that fit in a small area between the medicine cabinet and the ceiling.
The downstairs bathroom also got a new shower door and showerhead. The sliding shower door is a great space saver, and ties it into the upstairs bathroom.
In addition to the bathrooms, the four bedrooms all got face lifts … they are truly a testament to the power of paint. My dad when through so many gallons of paint.
The bedrooms
All four bedrooms got new wall paint, ceiling paint, trim paint and carpet. We replaced all the switches and outlets to bright white and swapped out fans and lights when needed. (A few had newer Hunter Douglas fans that just got cleaned up.)
The largest bedroom needed to be lightened up – the dark walls were doing it no favors.
In addition to lighter walls and floors, it has two large closets, which is a great perk.
Both the bedrooms on the upper and lower levels have full size windows and plenty of natural light.
But just a few small changes made the look totally new.
Not everyone loves painting trim, but the trim was dated and mismatched, so a coat of white paint on all the doors and trim was necessary to tie everything together.
Adding black knobs and hinges was a nice contrast that ties into all the other finishes in the home.
I think this bedroom would be great for a child – I love the ledge by the window for kid treasures.
This other downstairs bedroom had a header that couldn’t be removed.
But with a lot of paint, new carpet and a little overhead lighting, it would be a great space for a bedroom or office.
So that’s a little tour of the bathrooms and bedrooms. I think it’s going to make such a nice home for another family and I hope the updates are something that can be enjoyed for many years to come!
Room sources:
- Flooring: ProCore Plus English Grove Oak 7 inches wide
- Paint: Behr Dolphin Fin (walls), Behr Ultra Pure White (trim)
- Light fixtures: Black pendant light (full bath), Two-bulb light (3/4 bath)
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Cheryl says
Beautiful! I also love the flooring you chose. It ties everything together.
So many homes that are being updated are using the gray vinyl flooring. Besides being overdone, I don’t find it attractive at all.
Everything looks so clean and fresh. The subway tile in the kitchen is timeless. And you are right, fresh paint really does wonders!
Great job guys!
Kim Woodward says
Thank you so much, Cheryl. I’m really happy with how it turned out and I think it’s a nice blank space for almost any decor. I hope the new owners enjoy it as much as I do.