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Affordable Vintage Inspired Bathroom Updates

May 16, 2015 By BrightGreenDoor

When we moved into our auction house one of the only rooms that had been updated was our main hall bathroom. As nice as it was that it was updated, it was very “builder basic” and nothing that I would have picked out. If it were up to me it would have turned out as unique and “industrial modern” as our master bathroom did. But…we couldn’t justify tearing out a perfectly fine updated bathroom, so instead I settled for affordable vintage inspired bathroom updates.

Builder Basic Bathroom Updates

Affordable Bathroom Updates-2The bathroom started with two small mirrors, separated by a cabinet, making the entire bathroom feel smaller. I took those down and replaced them with a large mirror I had from an antique vanity.

Use antique vanity mirror in a bathroom

I love the antique style of the mirror, along with the old wood and shape of the bottom.

Vanity Mirror Wall Mounted

Then I took down the rusted light fixtures and coated them with oil rubbed bronze spray paint. I also added some squared glass shades to replace the curved glass ones.

Updating light fixture with spray paint

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We also replaced the faucets with these vintage inspired ones.

Vintage Oil Rubbed Bronze Faucet

Of course we also made the floating shelves with faux rivets that I am still in love with.

Updating a Basic Builder Bathroom

Even though this bathroom isn’t everything that I would put into a new bathroom, it came a LONG ways for under $200. Hopefully I’ve inspired you to tackle some minor updates in your house!

Affordable Builder Basic Bathroom Updates Making a new bathroom feel old

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