Small DIY Bathroom Jobs You Can Do Yourself

Every room needs revitalising now and again, yet we don’t all have endless pots of money to spend on the redecoration process. The good news is, you don’t have to. If your bathroom needs an update read on to discover more about four small improvement jobs you can do yourself…

Change the Taps

Small changes can often make the biggest difference. Changing your taps is advisable if you want to make a subtle alteration to your bathroom, upgrading its style and barely costing you a penny. It is really easy to do as well. All you need to do is remove the large nut to get rid of the existing tap. Usually a spanner will suffice when doing this, although you may need to buy an adjustable basin wrench if the bolt is an awkward position or of an odd size. You will then have instructions with your taps regarding how to install them.

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Tile the Bathroom Floor

Completely transform the look of your bathroom with new tiles! All you need to do is strip the floor bare and then use tile adhesive to fix the new tiles. It is advisable to uni-bond the floor first, and you’ll need to grout the tiles afterwards. Nonetheless, it’s a pretty simple task considering you are going to have a brand new floor. Large format tiles are increasingly popular at the moment, as are neutral shades.

Replace the Bath Panel

Most people don’t tend to think about replacing their bath panel, yet this presents a unique way of adding some style to your bathroom. It’s one of the easiest DIY bathroom tasks you will come across. All you need to do is remove the panel and fix a new one using a drill and screws. There’s lots of great bath panel designs available on the market now. You could easily make this the main feature of your bathroom by going for something eye-catching and bold.

Install a New Sink

Sinks are surprisingly easy to install as well, especially those that are fitted under or over a counter. Nonetheless, pedestal sinks and wall mounted sinks are great for those wishing to make better utilisation of space. All sinks come with manufacturer’s instructions for you to follow. When it comes to pedestal and wall mounted sinks, the most important thing is to ensure they have the necessary support.

So there you have it – four easy changes anyone can make in their bathroom. Upgrade your bathroom without breaking the bank!