Pink is a hot colour this season but how can we introduce it into our homes while staying on-trend? Take a look at these simple pink room ideas for an effortlessly quick style update.
1. PRETTY PRINTS
Blinds made up in Phoebe 321439, £68 a metre, Zoffany
Mark Scott
In an all-white room a flash of pink will stand out beautifully – as with this floral Roman blind (above). Use a large-scale print to give the scheme a modern edge and bring the look together by adding cushions and fresh flowers in similar shades.
2. IN THE FRAME
Create a focal point with a super-size piece of wall art placed above a sideboard or console table. This print works well with its unusual combination of shell pink and gold in an eye-catching geometric design. For a similar print try Holly's House, or search out a graphic wallpaper or even a stunning wrapping paper to frame.
3. SUPER STRIPES
Try this paint effect to bring an extra interest to a plain wall. Any shade of pink looks great with grey and this coral and rose are no exception. Measure up for your bands of colour and mask off with decorator's tape. When the painted bands are dry remove the tape and gently brush over the edges with a little paint to soften the lines.
4. PASTEL FURNITURE
Mix and match chairs in soft pastels for a relaxed dining area with contemporary charm – great in a sunny conservatory, extension or garden room. Team with pale wood, crisp white paintwork and blush table linen.
5. FEATURE WALL
Refresh a monochrome scheme with a dusky pink feature wall. It's a simple trick that gives the room extra character and prevents it feeling too clinical. Pale grey towels bring a softness to the look.
6. VIVID ACCENT
Take a neutral sofa in a bright new direction with a set of fuchsia cushions. Contrast is the key to success – vibrant pink stands out against a mid-tone grey but on a darker fabric choose a more subtle shade like coral.
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I saw a cedar mat like this online for $35 and thought, "Hey, I can make a better one for less." You can build one, too, in three easy step.
Time
An hour or less
Complexity
Beginner
Cost
$20-50
Introduction
I saw a cedar mat like this online for $35 and thought, "Hey, I can make a better one for less." You can build one, too, in three easy steps.
Materials Required
1-1/4-in. brad nails
1x2 or 1x6 lumber
antiskid pads
finishing supplies
paint stir stick
Sandpaper
Some planning and building tips to know:
I chose cedar for its looks and rot-resistance, but any wood would be fine.
My mat is 14-1/2 x 30 in., but you can make yours any size. Just be sure the slats are supported by runners no more than 15 in. apart.
Large knots create weak spots, so you may need to buy extra lumber to get sections that are free of knots.
Although the nail holes won't show, I patched them with wood filler before sanding and finishing. Left exposed, the nail heads may rust and stain the floor.
I finished my mat with tung oil. Oil finishes aren't as durable as some others, but they're easy to renew when the finish starts to wear—just wipe on a fresh coat.
Be sure to apply anti-skid pads on the bottom to keep the mat from sliding on hard floors.
Project step-by-step (3)
Step 2
Round the Edges
I rounded the slat edges with a 1/4-in. round-over bit. If you don't have a router, ease the edges with 100-grit sandpaper.
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Designed to remain clear in humidity, our bathroom mirrors, lights and shelf sets will reflect your bathroom even after a shower. Our range includes lots of large, round bathroom mirrors, too – perfect for making small bathrooms feel bigger.
How can I stop my bathroom mirror steaming up?
A great way to stop your bathroom mirror from fogging up after hot showers or baths is to open a nearby window. However, this isn't an option in all flats, apartments or houses. If your bathroom doesn't have a window, another good technique is to drape a towel over the mirror. This will prevent water vapour from clinging to the cold glass and will mean you can use the mirror straight away, without having to wait for the room to cool down.
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All our bathroom mirrors come with hanging instructions, and it's important that you only hang a mirror with the specific wall brackets on its rear. You should also consider the type of material or wall you will be attaching it to, using appropriate screws. LED bathroom mirrors with small LED bulbs, like STORJORM, are great over the sink for shaving or doing your makeup – available online and in store.
How do you position a bathroom mirror?
Most bathroom mirrors and mirror cabinets are best placed above the sink, but that's not to say you can't get more creative. Consider adding a secondary, large bathroom mirror on another wall, creating the illusion of more space – a great trick for smaller rooms.
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Offered in slab, raised panel and shaker style designs
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Your shower serves a purpose, and that purpose is specific to you and your family. However large or small your shower, your ceramic tile installer can create both a unique layout for your tile and also any desired niches, benches, or additional accents. So, if your teenagers need a double niche for hair products and you would like a candle ledge away from water spray, it can all be yours! Consider if you need a curbless shower or perhaps a doorless shower, a shower that is more private, or a shower with an open feel. Ceramic tile can meet all of your needs.
Incorporate tile benches, shelves, or niches into your shower to meet your every need.
8. Coordinated choices
Including too many different types of tile in your shower will give it an overwhelming look. As a rule of thumb, you can consider three different styles (we know it's hard to choose). For example, choose a mosaic tile size for the shower floor, a larger tile for the walls, and a coordinating texture or design for your shower niche. Coordinate the rest of your bathroom's ceramic tile within the family of one of your choices. For example, your bathroom floor can be the same as your shower walls and maybe your backsplash picks up the niche tile. Choosing your must-have-dream-tile first will help your other choices fall into place. We've seen a niche choice set the tone of an entire bathroom.
9. Think Long-Term Value
Ceramic tile has one of the longest lifespans and lowest life cycle costs of any flooring option, and its durable, hard surface won't easily scuff, tear, dent, or puncture. Your tile choice will withstand daily use and look great for years to come. But don't take our word for it — just check out the many centuries-old tile installations that are still intact today.
10. Have Fun!
Choosing beautiful ceramic tile for your shower is fun! Explore your style options and get creative. The safety, functionality, and beauty of ceramic tile ensures you will make a smart choice and gives you the freedom to focus on creating a space your family will love! Download our free Tile Buying Guide companion guide to help you with each step of your tile shopping.
40 of Our Favorite Shower Tile Ideas
With our tile tips in tow, you can start exploring the many design options for your shower. These ideas should inspire you!
1. Marble-Look Walls and Mosaic Flooring
Marble-look shower wall tile with octagon and dot shower flooring tile
Marble-look ceramic tile walls with a large horizontal running bond pattern and coordinating mosaic grid flooring give this bathroom an elegant look. Using the same flooring throughout the entire bathroom visually amplifies the space.
2. Make Mine a Combo
Patterned tub surround wall tile
When you have a tub and shower combination, you may have the opportunity to create a feature wall with decorative tile. We love the color consistency of this decor, especially with the unique tile flooring pattern! For tubs that are not freestanding, consider a tub surround with your ceramic tile choice.
3. Rustic Rectangles
Curbless shower with rustic, weathered-looking tile panels
This unadorned, urban vibe is accentuated by large rectangular panels and a curbless shower.
4. Sleek Subway Tile
White subway tile shower/bath
White subway tile provides a classic feature backdrop that contrasts well with the slate gray flooring (notice that the grout in the subway tile picks up the color of the floor tile).
5. Diamond Rug Accent
Dark stone-look shower tile with a beige stone-look tile diamond rug accent
This lighter diamond rug accent pattern of tile on the shower wall pops against the darker natural stone-effect tile. The lighter grout accentuates the tile on the floors and walls and compliments the feature area.
6. Modern Octagon and Dot
Octagon and dot ceramic tile shower wall
The varying yellow tones of these octagon and dot shower walls make for a bold contrast with the black grid flooring, creating a striking look.
7. Subtle Accents
Beige stone-look shower tile with subtle patterned tiles sprinkled in
Subtle floral patterns accent the earth tones of this shower for a clean, comforting environment. While the shower walls feature a rectangular grid, the flooring uses a mosaic for added slip resistance.
8. Not Your Average Black and White
Brick-look shower tile wall with wood-look tile shower flooring
This modern farmhouse bathroom is a mastery of complements and contrasts: rustic white brick walls against charcoal mosaic shower floor tiles surrounded by a feature floor of unique patterns that bring together all the color elements in this bathroom.
9. Better Where It's Wetter
Brick-look shower tile wall with a blue mosaic ceramic tile window border
The blues, yellows, and greens in this mosaic window border add an under-the-sea sensation to this shower's earthy, variegated subway tile walls and iridescent navy tiled ceiling.
10. Aqua Agua
Vertical aqua subway tile provides an invigorating pop against the white on white subway and the stone-look mosaic tiles completing this look. A curbless shower allows the flooring to flow in and out of the shower (but the water stays IN)!
Vertical aqua subway tile wall with stone-look mosaic tile flooring
11. Keep It in the Family
Stone-look ceramic tile shower
This bathroom uses different sizes and shapes of natural stone-look tile but keeps it in the same tile family of coordinating options.
12. Functional Grid
White ceramic tile shower with a gray tile stripe
This dark gray mosaic accent stripe and three-dimensional white wall tile forms a simple grid design that's fun and functional. Note: The shower floor reuses the same mosaic but with a matte finish and dark grout.
13. Uncommonly Good
Marble-look ceramic tile shower wall in an uncommon tile shape
The accent wall in this shower combines the look of marble with an uncommon shape. The result is a shower that's simultaneously classic and modern.
14. What's Old Is New Again
Octagon and dot ceramic bath tile
Using a marble-look for this elongated octagon and dot pattern adds a modern twist to a style made popular in the Victorian era.
15. Stone Grids
Oversized stone-look subway tile shower
The different sizes and shapes of these stone-look tiles build a clean, consistent look both inside and outside of the shower.
16. Warm Wood-Look Tile
Wood-look ceramic shower tile
You might not think to put wood on your shower walls, but this bathroom pulls it off effortlessly without worrying about water-damaged wood because it's actually wood-look ceramic tile.
17. Size and Color Contrast
Green mosaic tile shower wall with beige stone-look tile flooring
This is a lovely example of juxtaposing colorful mosaic tile as a feature wall and backsplash with large, natural stone-look tile panels. Combining color, texture, and size contribute to the dramatic focus of the feature areas.
18. Shades of Gray
Gray stone-look shower tile wall with hexagon tile flooring
Shades of gray marble-look ceramic tile in rectangles and hexagons define vertical and horizontal surfaces to create a serene and clean master bath getaway.
19. Move Over, Subway Tile
Stone-look shower tile with a subway tile horizontal accent stripe
This shower's dramatic stone effect uses a horizontal accent stripe of pearled subway tile paired with large rectangular grid walls and mosaic flooring.
20. Ultra Modern Geometric Design
Modern geometric shower tile in herringbone and grid patterns
Stone-look square tile flooring supports the ultra modern geometric design of these herringbone-striped walls. The lines of dark grout in the white rectangular floating accent wall bridge the bathing areas and become a focal point of the room.
Looking into a bathroom renovation but unsure about how much it would cost in the UK? Let us help you breakdown the cost of bathroom renovations and share some tips on how to plan your dream bathroom transformation.
After your kitchen, a bathroom renovation is likely to be the most expensive home makeover project. However, there are many practical benefits to investing in a bathroom renovation. For example, a new and modern bathroom adds considerable value to your property and is a worthwhile investment. But how much does a bathroom renovation cost in the UK?
On average, a full bathroom renovation cost in the UK is around £7000, but this can vary greatly. A DIY bathroom renovation on a budget is going to cost a lot less, possibly as low as £1000. On the other end of the scale, if you ordered a full high-end bathroom renovation from a professional contractor, it could end up costing as much £15,000.
In this article we will breakdown the cost of each individual bathroom item and provide tips on where to save the most cash. For in-depth breakdown of how much you should expect to pay on a new bathroom check out our article on the average cost of a new bathroom and how much you should be expected to spend on a new bathroom in 2022
Bathroom cost breakdown
Including Tips
This Bathroom Cost Guide is going to help you compile an estimation for a typical bathroom renovation in the UK. You will only be able to determine the exact cost of your bathroom renovation after comparing quotes and prices for the fittings, tiles, and labour. We'll offer some budget bathroom renovation tips, along with practical advice on how to go about renovating a bathroom.
When calculating the cost of a bathroom renovation, it helps to approach it logically. By listing the cost factors, you'll be able to assess your priorities. Putting together a spreadsheet will also help you keep track of estimated and actual costs.
You may need to compromise on some aspects of your new bathroom, to accommodate to your budget. It all depends on how flexible you are. There may be alternative solutions that you haven't yet thought of. None the less, some costs are unavoidable, and it's essential not to neglect the basics.
Here's the bathroom cost essential breakdown that you need to cover:
1. Plumbing Costs – Water supply, heating and drain pipes
2. Electrical Costs – Wiring, lighting and ventilation
3. Bathroom fittings – Fixtures like bath, taps, toilet, shower, and storage
4. Walls – Tiles, paints or the cheap tile-alternative, the wall panel
5. Labour – For preparation and installation
Bathroom Renovation Costs
Our shower panel comes in an array of colours and design choices that you can choose from to get your dream shower. We stock a range of this type of cladding, but if you can't find what you are looking for, you can use our bathroom wall panels. They aren't as thick, strong or wide, but there are more designs to choose from.
The cost of your bathroom renovation depends on these factors
1.The size of your bathroom
Large-sized bathrooms provide more space. However, you'll need more fitting and fixtures to fill in those space, and it will require a bigger budget.
2.The structural changes that are required
Having significant structural changes such as the installation of skylights, new windows, transferring plumbing or electrical points and re-plastering walls can add considerable value to the overall cost.
3. The quality of materials and fittings used
There's a wide variety of options for bathroom fittings and choosing products with higher quality comes at a price.
4. The look you want to achieve.
Those who have a smaller budget can polish, clean and upgrade their fittings. Meanwhile, those with a bigger budget can add premium fittings and other luxurious elements.
Plumbing Installation
Prices and Labour
Whether you're able to do it yourself or need to use professionals one thing we would recommend is planning the plumbing layout for your bathroom renovation. This is an efficient and practical way of reducing your overall costs.
It's always a good idea to use the existing plumbing wherever possible. Moving the toilet, for example, can escalate your bathroom renovation cost more than you might think. Removing a current water supply and drain pipes requires skilled labour and means breaking into a lot of walls and even floors. The same can be said for showers, basins, and baths.
There is no set price regarding the plumbing requirements for a bathroom renovation. It depends entirely on the amount of piping that needs to be installed and the labour requirements. Steel or copper pipe prices in the UK range from about £2.60 for the cheapest copper pipe, up to £6.70 for expensive galvanised pipes. Plastic tubes are popular, these days, as they are by far the most affordable option and uPVC doesn't rot regardless of chemicals. If there are significant alterations to the existing plumbing layout, the cost for plumbing services can mount from £700 to £900.
Electrical costs
rewiring and diagnostics
The price for electrical wiring alterations can be kept to a minimum, depending mostly on the fixtures that you choose. A luxury bath or shower can require additional electrical wiring if they use a pump.
Here is a quick list of factors worth considering when calculating the electricity cost for a bathroom renovation:
Lighting
Ventilation Fans
Power Outlets
Bathroom Circuits
Bathroom Fittings and Fixtures
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How much does a bath cost?
The cheapest bath can cost as little as £80. Though these will be lightweight acrylic baths, with no reinforcing, a standard acrylic bath will require a frame which will need tiling or some form of waterproof cladding, so this cost needs to be taken into account. High-end, freestanding acrylic baths are strong and durable. These cost anything from £250 to over £1500.
An economy steel bath is probably the best value for money. They are of a reasonable quality standard and can cost as little as £120. If you have the budget for the ultimate in luxury baths, cast iron and stone baths will be the most expensive. Typical bath installation can take 3 to 4 hours.
Bath Cost Summary:
Low-end: £80
Top-end: £250 – £1,500
Average: £250 – £700
Typical Job Time: 3-5 hours
How much does a shower cost?
The cheapest option would be an electric shower, and this can be as little as £50. These showerheads only require a cold water supply, as the water is then heated at the shower unit. They need an electric connection but it uses very little power. It will save on electricity costs over time, though the cheapest electric showers are not always that effective at heating the water properly. Shower prices on average can vary between the different shower types.
Combination bath and shower mixers are also a cheap option and don't require a shower enclosure. These range from about £50 and upwards.
A standard shower mixer will cost you around £60 for a basic unit. A Thermostatic shower mixer adjusts the water temperature when the water pressure changes and these cost from £125.
Luxury showers come in various forms. A power shower uses a booster pump to increase the water pressure and will cost upwards of £150. Digital showers have settings for water pulsing, along with various jets and sprays. These will cost £250 or more.
You will also need to consider the cost of the shower enclosure. These usually come in kits that include the shower tray, frame and door. An economy quadrant tray and a frameless door can cost as little as £60, with full wet room kits exceeding £500. Fixing shower into your walls can take 1 to 2 hours.
Shower Cost Summary:
Low-end: £50
Top-end: £500 – £2,000
Average: £60 – £500
Typical Job Time: 1-2 hours
How much does a bathroom basin cost?
Depending on the style you're going for, you can choose between pedestal, semi-pedestal, or vanity unit basins. The budget option would be a ceramic pedestal basin, with prices starting at around £50. For a little more, a basic semi-pedestal (wall-hung) bowl can be a cost-effective solution, the cheapest of which is about £60.
Vanity units are the most elegant, and most expensive. Apart from the cost of building the actual group, the basin is going to cost you £90 or more. Standard ceramic bowls will always be the cheapest. The more elite metal, glass, or stone basins can end up costing over £300, and installation can take around 1 to 2 hours.
Bathroom Basin Cost Summary:
Low-end: £50
Top-end: £300
Average: £150
Typical Job Time: 1-2 hours
How Much does a toilet cost?
If you're considering a standard floor-mounted toilet, you'll only be paying about £50. If you'd prefer a more elegant design, expect to pay up to £500. Usually, the installation of a toilet takes 2 to 3 hours.
Toilet Cost Summary:
Low-end: £50
Top-end: £500
Average: £275
Typical Job Time: 2-3 hours
How much do taps cost?
You have three basic options for bathroom taps. You also need to take into account the type of basin or bath that you choose. Some sinks and tubs will require wall-mounted faucets, whereas many countertop basins will need a tap that's mounted to the counter. A freestanding bath, far from a wall, will need floor-mounted taps. You can usually get the job done within 2 hours with skilled workers can do it quicker.
Pillar taps are separate units (one cold and one hot) and are the cheapest, from £30 for a set. Mixer taps come in two variations.
The more expensive and albeit more convenient option is the Monobloc mixer. These taps have a single handle that you lift to open and swivel to either side for water temperature control. Monobloc mixers cost from £50 to a little over £100. Cheaper water mixers (from about £45) have separate controls for hot and cold water.
Tap Cost Summary:
Low-end: £30
Top-end: £50 – £100
Average: £40 – £65
Typical Job Time: 1-2 hours
Bathroom Walls
Tiling and other Cladding Alternative
How much does it cost to tile a bathroom?
Bathroom tiles or wall cladding make a considerable difference to the look and practicality of a bathroom. When estimating the cost of tiling your bathroom, you also need to factor in the value of the tile adhesive, grouting, and the ply underneath floor tiles.
Budget floor tiles (including adhesive, grouting, and ply) should cost about £25 per square meter. For mid-range floor tiles, you'll be paying about double this, while top-end tiles can cost up to £65 per square meter. Installation takes 1 to 5 days, depending on the coverage required.
Tile Cost Summary:
Low-end: £25 per square meter
Top-end: £65 per square meter
Average: £45 per square meter
Typical Job Time: 1-5 days
Wall tiles are usually a little cheaper than floor tiles, but there is a much less expensive option which is Vinyl flooring. uPVC wall panels are rapidly becoming the wall cladding of choice for bathroom renovations in the UK. Not only are they cheaper to buy, but they are also much easier to install. It reduces your building cost and saves a lot of time. It's the most cost-effective solution and is very elegant. These waterproof wall panels are available at Easypanels for as low as £9.50 (250mm x 2600mm). So, it's an excellent cladding solution if you're working on a budget and the installation can be done within 1 to 3 days.
Wall Panel Cost Summary:
Low-end: £14/ square meter
Top-end: £20/ square meter
Average: £17/ square meter
Typical Job Time: 1-3 hours
What are the labour costs for a bathroom renovation?
Most plumbers will complete a bathroom renovation in about two to three days. It will depend on the size of your bathroom and the amount of work required. Our labour estimator for a bathroom renovation won't be the same throughout the UK. On average, one can expect to pay around £350 per day for labour. For an average-sized bathroom, you should budget approximately £1000 for the actual plumbing.
Planning Your Bathroom Renovation
How should you order the work for your bathroom renovation? Let's set out some steps and procedures to follow. It's essential to know what exactly you're getting yourself in for, especially if you're planning your first DIY bathroom renovation. A professional bathroom renovation team will work according to a well laid out schedule to maximise efficiency and reduce the disruption to your home. Even if you use a contractor, you may be able to save some money on the initial preparation by doing it yourself.
Step 1: Initial Preparation
Remove all personal effects from the bathroom. Turn the main water supply off and drain the central heating system. Lay down floor protection for all areas leading to the bathroom and remove all bathroom fixtures. Ensure that all redundant electric wiring and pipes are removed, tiles are stripped and the walls repaired and prepared for new cladding.
Step 2: Plumbing and wiring
Walls will need to be chased for the installation of new pipes and electrical wiring. Holes in the floor and walls are drilled where required. Electric wiring and pipes need to be installed according to council regulations.
Step 3: Building and Preparation
Any structural changes need to accommodate the bath, vanity counters or basins, the toilet, and shower enclosure required to be completed. The walls need to be plastered and prepared for tiling. All fixtures also need to be secured to the floor or walls.
Step 4: Tiling
Before tiling, all surfaces need to be cleaned, leaving no trace of loose grit. Wooden floors need a waterproof floor ply. Depending on the weather, tiling will typically take about two days. The tile adhesive needs to set, before grouting. Alternative wall cladding, like PVC wall panels, should only take a couple of hours to install.
Step 5: Finishing and Cleaning
Wall-mounted taps, towel rails and shelves can only be installed after the wall cladding has been fitted and cleaned. After that, all remaining cleaning can be done. Cleaning grout residue can take some time.
As you can see, there is a lot of planning that goes into a bathroom renovation. Doing your homework will make a big difference, both in the bathroom renovation cost, and how smoothly the project runs. Shopping around for good deals and requesting several quotes from plumbers is advisable, though plumbers with proper references can put your mind at ease, even if they aren't the cheapest. So it's not entirely about the cost, you need to know that you're spending your money wisely.
Staying On top of your Bathroom renovation
Quick Project Management Tips
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Good project management is the key to a successful bathroom renovation. It can be a tricky interior to get right, you need both style and functionality so there is a lot of behind the scenes planning and maintenance.
With any renovation there can also be unexpected additions and adjustments to make that effect your budget. So, it's important to plan ahead for these situations and monitor the renovation process. Here are 4 quick project management tips to help you on your way:
