If you’ve been following my on Instagram or Facebook, you know that I’ve been hustling to get our bathroom renovation done! It’s our hall bathroom and I’m calling it the “Board and Batten Bathroom” 
The truth is that I went into this project with absolutely NO PLAN! I bought the floor tile because I loved it, and then have been figuring it out as I go! After installing the tile I came across “The Sweet Beast’s” board and batten bathroom and I knew that I wanted to replicate the look in here.
As of today, here is where my bathroom is at:
Although it looks somewhat finished, the truth is that the ceiling drywall repair isn’t finished, the electrical still needs work, and the tub hasn’t been tiled or plumbed in yet! My goal has been to get this bathroom done before my kids get out of school for the summer, and as of today they have six days left! I should probably be drywalling or tiling rather than writing this post! Let me take you back to how far this hall bathroom has come!
This was the bathroom the day we bought the house! It was 14 feet long, with a door into the hallway, and another door into the kitchen. Although the natural light and window was awesome, it was wasted space since our master bathroom didn’t have a shower and we could steal this space for a shower. So we closed off the doorway, framed in a wall, and cut this bathroom in half!
**post contains affiliate links** Because the vanity was eliminated, we had our plumber add this beautiful Kohler Brockway sink, and then we lived with this completely unfinished bathroom for the past six months. Over Mother’s Day weekend I got my request of my husband helping me demo the tub and surround. It weighed over 400 pounds and he had to destroy it with a sledgehammer.
Then last week our plumber came and installed our new tub. I went with this one that I really love because of it’s depth and clean lines!
Once the tub was installed I removed the toilet and installed cement board everywhere. Then I installed this gorgeous tartan tile and started repairing the drywall on the walls. Once all the walls were patched I avoided mudding and sanding drywall by installing sheets of plywood over the drywall.
Then using my trim nailer I added baseboard, crown, and vertical battens throughout the bathroom. The hardest part was figuring out how to space them to cover the seams, and how to cut the plumbing holes precisely. Once it was all installed I used a LOT of caulk on all the seams. For a more detailed board and batten tutorial check out how I installed it in our dining room. Then I painted it all with a coat of Nautica “Ice Water”. I literally figured out the paint color as I was polling facebook and instagram as I walked into the hardware store. I had considered a deep green but in the end I’m so happy I went with this warm gray.
Now, I’m at the point where I need to figure out where to go from here! After spending the morning scouring the internet, I think I’ve figured out the rest of the details. I’ve got a bunch of items that will be arriving over the next few days and I’ll be making a trip to Target this afternoon. Now I just have to get moving on that drywall and tiled shower!
In case you’re interested in the mood board sources, here are shopable links to all of the items! Just click on each image or double click on mobile!
So what do you think? Is it too neutral or are the neutral colors calming? Do you think I should install a small shelf above the farmhouse sink? Do you think I’m totally crazy to start into a major project like this without a clue which direction I’m going?! Either way I appreciate you reading and stopping by today! Wish me luck getting this knocked out in these final six days of school!
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Kate Hollingsworth says
May 31, 2018 at 4:57 pmFirst up – that tile is gorgeous and I need to see a close up of it. Is the underneath of the sink black or is that just shadow (I love the thought of it being a contrasting black)? Stupid question: where does the hand soap go if you don’t have a vanity? Also, yes you’re totally crazy, that’s why we all adore you! xx
BrightGreenDoor says
June 8, 2018 at 11:31 amHey Kate! SO sorry for the delay! I’m hoping to get the reveal post shot this weekend and I’ll make sure I get a bunch of close-ups of the tile! The bottom side of the sink is black! Also the sink has a soap holder that we keep our soap on. I am considering a small ledge though as well. Thanks so much for your constant support!
Noelle Zempel says
June 1, 2018 at 12:06 amI think it’s refreshing that you’re going into this project differently. Sometimes you just need a change of pace eh? It’s great that you fell in love with the tile and went with your gut, knowing it will all come together. You’ve got a great eye and I love seeing all you do. The neutral palate is fun too!
BrightGreenDoor says
June 8, 2018 at 11:32 amThank you so much! It was less scary than I thought it would be to go in without a plan! Things actually fell into place nicely. The biggest snafu was the art I liked was too big for the space. Hoping to get it wrapped up and photographed this weekend to be able to share!!
Gwen says
June 1, 2018 at 11:10 amYou’ve inspired me in so many different ways! I’d ordered hooks but when they came, they weren’t the right color nor shape. These hooks will be a possibility plus the page led me to black shower hooks I’d never seen before. You’re sink with the black bottom looks industrial yet so perfect for you to be able to get a shower out of the space. What a great use of sq footage. Love your mood board too.
BrightGreenDoor says
June 8, 2018 at 11:32 amThank you so much for your support! These hooks feel really solid and substantial. Now if I can just get the kids to hang their towels up on them I’ll be golden!
Marci says
June 4, 2018 at 7:20 amNicely done and as a fellow fearless DIY girl myself, I find it is sometimes better to just dive in and not overthink things! But along those lines, what software or tools do you use to collect your mood board images?
BrightGreenDoor says
June 8, 2018 at 11:34 amThat’s totally the truth! Overthinking makes it more stressful sometimes! I use olioboard. Here is the post where I shared my whole process: https://www.brightgreendoor.com/how-to-make-a-mood-board/
jane barnes says
June 15, 2018 at 3:31 amI love the progress and the tranformation. The bathroom looks awesome.
BrightGreenDoor says
June 20, 2018 at 10:28 amThank you so much! I love being able to share the whole process.
Andrea says
July 29, 2018 at 9:31 amI love it – when I did my bathroom I found the floor tile and then figured things out, haha! It’s amazing what finding one element can do. This is gorgeous….and I am totally curious about the master bath…
Thank you for sharing this with us.
Cheers,
Andrea
BrightGreenDoor says
July 29, 2018 at 9:29 pmThank you so much! All it takes is one element you love! Thank you so much for stopping by! Yes! Please do check out the master bathroom!
EM P says
July 30, 2018 at 3:56 pmI love this idea! I just moved into a house that needs major updating.I love,love the plywood & batten.
You have inspired me to do the same .I have to cover up ugly tile or paint it I thought as a lifelong DYI’R I would be overwhelmed.
I can’t tell you house beautiful it is & uncluttered..I love the color. I still love neutral that way you’re not committed just add splashes of color with accents/
Accessories.
You are 1st person I’ve ever commented on their project.
I’ve adult children
BRAVO 2 you. Well done!!!
Thank you again 4 the inspiration. You have saved me much work.
Im smiling out loud