Before the Renovation
The vinyl floor and tub surround were worn, and the single sink meant long waits.
Contemporary and Clean
Mirrored sides help the wall-hung medicine chests almost disappear, putting the emphasis on the oversize oval mirror in front. Medicine cabinet: Zenith Sconce: Hampton Bay
A Touch of Personality
Smoke-colored grout, a row of subways turned on end and bordered with black trim, plus a recessed granite shelf add character and function to the tub alcove. Shower curtain: Target
Timeless Appeal
Black and white tile evokes the era when the house was built. Feet extensions made from dowels level the vanity on the uneven floor. Tile: Daltile
Cohesive Styling
Chrome finishes unite the fittings, hardware, and bath accessories. Faucet and towel ring: Premier Faucets Vanity: Ziemlich
Improved Floor Plan
The fixture locations stayed the same, and the owners got help from handy family members. That meant the biggest single expense in this $5,000 gut reno was the tilework. The changes:
- Replaced the toilet with one that has period styling, and added a wood seat.
- Pulled out the cast-iron tub and removed the lowered ceiling over the tub/shower. The new bathtub is easy-to-install fiberglass.
- Evened up the vanity wall, which previously had an awkward bumpout.
- Swapped the one-sink vanity for a more functional two-sink version for the family of three and spiffed it up with chrome knobs.