Upon first glance, it probably looks as if nothing has really changed, but I tackled the two ugly projects first: the nasty grout and the counter top. Remember, this is what the room looked like before.
The grout was cracked and dirty, dirty, dirty – even after a nice scrub with bleach cleaner. My floor and I got to know each other well this week, but the couple of hours I spent on the floor with an eyebrow brush were SO WORTH IT. I’ll be posting later about the product I used and all the tricks I learned. For now, look at the difference! It’s by no means perfect, and I wish more than anything I could just replace the tile, but for the time being it’s a huge improvement, and very friendly on the budget!
The second project this week was the “new” counter top. I read some articles about using a feather finish concrete over existing counters, and I gave it a try. I’m still going to dye it and seal it, but I already love the industrial, imperfect look of it.
I still haven’t create a mood board, but the vision is now a lot clearer in my head and I have a plan of action!
- Remove fixtures and patch holes in drywall
- “Cubbyhole” storage in the wall
Feather finish concrete counter top- Dye counter top and seal
- Install faucet
Repair and refinish grout- Paint walls
- Paint vanity
- Install new light fixture
- Wood feature wall
- Vintage door knob towel rack
- Antique spindle toilet paper holder
- Final touches
For next week, my priorities are repairing the drywall, cutting out the little cubbyhole, and painting the room. As for the color of the walls – your guess is as good as mine at this point – precisely why I struggle with design boards.
You can check out my progress here:
Week 1 – Face Lift for a Blah Bathroom
Week 2 – The Ugly, Dirty & Dingy is Gone
Week 3 – Finally, a Vision for the Space
Week 4 – Updating the Vanity on the Cheap
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It is so hard in the beginning of this, I feel like I am already behind. I love what you did to lighten up the counter tops! Go you for cleaning out that grout, it had to have been a tough job.
I totally understand that feeling, Emily! The beginning is tough because the to-do list is so long. I can’t wait to see your room!
Huge improvement in the grout. Wow! Good luck choosing a paint color… so many options.
I was so impressed with how much better the grout ended up looking! Thanks for the well wishes. 🙂