bathroom Archives - Building Bluebird https://buildingbluebird.com/tag/bathroom/ Budget friendly DIY projects and home decor content to create a functional and happy home! Thu, 01 May 2025 19:31:27 +0000 en hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.3 https://buildingbluebird.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Screen-Shot-2022-04-11-at-1.56.27-PM.png bathroom Archives - Building Bluebird https://buildingbluebird.com/tag/bathroom/ 32 32 16 Affordable Retro Bathroom Ideas for a Timeless Look https://buildingbluebird.com/retro-bathroom-ideas/ https://buildingbluebird.com/retro-bathroom-ideas/#respond Mon, 03 Feb 2025 19:45:50 +0000 https://buildingbluebird.com/?p=25314 Updating a mid-century bathroom doesn’t have to mean a full renovation! With a little creativity and a modest budget, you can refresh your retro space while keeping its original charm intact. If you love the character of your retro bathroom but want to give it a modern twist, these 15 affordable ideas will help you transform the space without the mess or expense of a major renovation!

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]]> https://buildingbluebird.com/retro-bathroom-ideas/feed/ 0 The Best Sherwin Williams Paint Products for Cabinets https://buildingbluebird.com/sherwin-williams-cabinet-paint/ https://buildingbluebird.com/sherwin-williams-cabinet-paint/#respond Tue, 04 Jun 2024 15:51:32 +0000 https://buildingbluebird.com/?p=24318 Whether it's your kitchen or bathroom, a fresh coat of paint on your cabinets can completely transform the look of the space.  When it comes to choosing the best paint for the job, Sherwin-Williams offers several excellent options that provide durability, a smooth finish, and easy application. In this blog post, we’ll explore the top Sherwin-Williams paint choices for cabinets and why they are ideal for your next makeover.

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]]> https://buildingbluebird.com/sherwin-williams-cabinet-paint/feed/ 0 How to Install a Shower Niche | Best DIY Tips https://buildingbluebird.com/diy-shower-niche/ https://buildingbluebird.com/diy-shower-niche/#respond Mon, 27 May 2024 07:00:00 +0000 https://buildingbluebird.com/?p=24235 When tiling the shower surround in our kids bathroom, I added a recessed shower niche and learned a lot! This DIY was a little intimidating, but totally manageable once I got started and I know it will be for you too with these tips! I am excited to share all of my tips and tricks for you to tackle your own DIY shower niche project because the extra storage space is worth it!

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]]> https://buildingbluebird.com/diy-shower-niche/feed/ 0 1960s Bathroom Budget-Friendly Makeover | Blending Fun and Nostalgia https://buildingbluebird.com/1960s-bathroom-makeover/ https://buildingbluebird.com/1960s-bathroom-makeover/#respond Thu, 23 May 2024 16:18:37 +0000 https://buildingbluebird.com/?p=24243 The kids' 1960s bathroom makeover is complete and I am so pleased with the result! This bathroom renovation began with an unexpected leak behind the shower tile and was not exactly planned. As a homeowner, these surprises can happen and sometimes you have to roll with the punches and work with what you can.

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]]> https://buildingbluebird.com/1960s-bathroom-makeover/feed/ 0 Easily Tile Your Shower Walls With This DIY Tutorial https://buildingbluebird.com/shower-tile-diy/ https://buildingbluebird.com/shower-tile-diy/#respond Mon, 20 May 2024 09:00:00 +0000 https://buildingbluebird.com/?p=23967 I decided to DIY my own shower tile installation because I am overly confident and think I can find any answer on YouTube! For real though, tackling a DIY shower remodel for the first time can be intimidating, but it is totally doable.

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]]> https://buildingbluebird.com/shower-tile-diy/feed/ 0 Painting a Bathroom Cabinet DIY | Step by Step Tutorial https://buildingbluebird.com/diy-bathroom-cabinet-painting/ https://buildingbluebird.com/diy-bathroom-cabinet-painting/#respond Tue, 14 May 2024 17:27:49 +0000 https://buildingbluebird.com/?p=24139 The existing vanity in our kid's bathroom had seen better days and was in dire need of a makeover! A fresh coat of paint is the quickest way to update a bathroom vanity cabinet on a budget. If you have a wood vanity that is in good shape this bathroom vanity makeover is a great option for you!

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]]> https://buildingbluebird.com/diy-bathroom-cabinet-painting/feed/ 0 Awesome 1960s Bathroom Vanity Makeover | DIY https://buildingbluebird.com/1960s-bathroom-vanity-makeover/ https://buildingbluebird.com/1960s-bathroom-vanity-makeover/#respond Mon, 13 May 2024 20:20:02 +0000 https://buildingbluebird.com/?p=24109 One of my favorite DIY projects of the kids' bathroom makeover is the updated vanity. If an existing vanity is in good condition, I would much rather give it a makeover instead of tearing it out! A new vanity can cost a lot of money and I knew we could transform this 50+ year old cabinet with a little bit of effort.

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]]> https://buildingbluebird.com/1960s-bathroom-vanity-makeover/feed/ 0 Warm Green Bathroom Makeover on a Budget https://buildingbluebird.com/warm-green-bathroom-makeover/ https://buildingbluebird.com/warm-green-bathroom-makeover/#respond Mon, 05 Jun 2023 17:12:46 +0000 https://buildingbluebird.com/?p=20513 The second-floor bathroom at our Toledo flip house was in dire need of a makeover! Because the bathroom ceiling is slanted, the shower/tub, toilet, and vanity were all squished onto one wall. It felt small and cramped and I was excited to improve the layout of this space.

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]]> https://buildingbluebird.com/warm-green-bathroom-makeover/feed/ 0 1950s Blue Tile Bathroom Makeover | Budget-Friendly Refresh https://buildingbluebird.com/blue-tile-bathroom/ https://buildingbluebird.com/blue-tile-bathroom/#comments Fri, 28 Apr 2023 14:31:39 +0000 https://buildingbluebird.com/?p=20154 In 2018, we purchased a flip house and I was determined to restore the 1950s vintage blue tile bathroom to its original glory. This image of the bathroom looks much better than it did in person. I had a photographer take before photos and they look too good!
I suppose it is a great example of why you should always hire a photographer when selling your home, though. HA!

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]]> https://buildingbluebird.com/blue-tile-bathroom/feed/ 2 8 Ways to Update Your Vintage Tile Bathroom https://buildingbluebird.com/8-ways-to-update-your-vintage-tile-bathroom/ https://buildingbluebird.com/8-ways-to-update-your-vintage-tile-bathroom/#comments Sat, 31 Dec 2022 15:03:23 +0000 https://buildingbluebird.com/?p=17609 Bathrooms built in the mid-century were bold and homeowners were definitely not afraid of color. While many of these retro bathrooms have been replaced over the years, many homeowners are beginning to appreciate the bold bathroom styles from 50+ years ago. Homeowners who are determined to preserve their vintage tile bathrooms without giving up modern amenities in bathrooms built today.

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