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Before and After: Dramatic Flooring Makeovers on a Budget

October 01, 2023

You can find the breakdown below: Shower tile: $213 Grout, primer, thin set and other supplies for tiling over tile: $286 Tile stickers(3 packs of 9): $153 New vanity light: $259 New mirror: $90 New sink faucet: $85 Pair of 9-foot curtains: $50 9-foot shower curtain: $18 Wall paint: We used leftover paint, but a gallon of paint would cost around $40 Cabinet paint: $22 Countertop paint (we used leftovers for free but new would cost $44–all you need to complete this countertop is this white base coat and this for the veining)–then top with polyacrylic) Polyacrylic: We used leftovers for free but new would cost $10 New cabinet knobs: $30 Inside curtain rod mounting brackets: $5 Curtain rod: $32 Decor (bath mats, art, frame, towels, shelves, hooks, etc.): $278 Shower head($24)

Galley Kitchen Gets Gorgeous Grey Laminate Floors

This small galley Kitchen Space originally had old vinyl flooring that looked worn and dated. By installing new grey laminate flooring planks, the homeowners gave their kitchen a clean, fresh and modern look for just £500.

Laminate Flooring is an affordable solution that comes in endless styles and can mimic pricier hardwoods or stone. The grey washed wood look instantly livened up the space. Laminate is durable and water resistant, perfect for active Kitchens.

Adding stylish grey laminate flooring gave this boring galley kitchen a breath of fresh life without breaking the bank.

Dingy Bathroom Transformed with Hexagonal Floor Tiles

Hexagonal tiles are a hot trend, and a great way to upgrade a dated bathroom on a budget. This small brown bathroom was completely transformed by laying new white Floor Tiles in a trendy hexagon pattern.

The unique geometric shapes and clean white color modernized the space. Paired with fresh paint, new fixtures and decor, the floor tiles gave this bathroom a spa-like feel for just £350 in tile costs.

Basic brown bathrooms can become beautiful by laying white hexagonal floor tiles to follow this popular new trend.

Kitchen Gets New Life with DIY Painted Tile Floors

Tired of her worn Kitchen floors, this homeowner gave them new life with a budget-friendly DIY painted tile makeover. Using a stencil and specialty tile paint, she added trendy Moroccan-inspired shapes.

The painted Floor Tiles cost only £200 in supplies. Combined with open shelving and fresh white paint, the colorful pattern helped transform the kitchen. Painting old tile is much cheaper than a full replacement.

With just paint and stencils, old kitchen tile floors can be given exciting new looks on a tight budget.

Cramped Galley Kitchen Expanded with Room-Opening Flooring

This tiny galley Kitchen had an Awkward Layout with barely any floor space. To make it feel more open, the owners installed new seamless vinyl plank flooring. The grey wood-look planks extended under the existing walls and into the Living Space.

By using flooring to link rooms, the kitchen now feels less cramped. The durable vinyl planks were also very budget-friendly at only £450 fully installed. It’s a simple makeover that really expanded the feel of the space.

Linking flooring between rooms helps open up cramped galley kitchens without major demolition.

Tired Deck Transformed into Stylish Patio with Porcelain Pavers

Ripping out and replacing an old Outdoor Living space can be expensive. These homeowners gave their deck a makeover on a budget by installing porcelain patio pavers right over the existing boards.

The driftwood-look porcelain tiles have the natural stone appearance without the high cost. Installed with Pedestal clips, the pavers created a smooth surface over the old deck for only £750. It’s a simple makeover that feels like a whole new patio!

Fix up tired outdoor decks by adding stylish porcelain pavers on Pedestal clips for a budget-friendly new look.

Kitchen Flooded with Light After Vinyl Plank Flooring

This small galley Kitchen felt dark and closed in. To reflect more Natural Light, the owners chose new golden oak luxury vinyl plank flooring. The light planks instantly made the kitchen feel brighter and more spacious.

Because vinyl flooring is waterproof, it allowed them to also gain light by removing the lower wall between rooms. Installed for only £425, the vinyl planks made a huge difference without a big budget.

Choose light-hued vinyl plank floors to help expand and brighten small, dark kitchen spaces.

Bringing Nature Indoors with Slate Tile Mudroom

Slate tile evokes thoughts of the outdoors. To turn their plain Mudroom into a nature-inspired space, these homeowners installed slate-look porcelain tiles. The textured tiles look just like real stone but are more budget friendly.

Paired with a wallpaper mural, reclaimed wood bench, and greenery, the cool grey slate tiles help bring the outdoors inside. Installed for £550, it’s a mountain-inspired makeover.

Slate-look tile flooring easily brings the essence of nature and the outdoors into a home's interior spaces.

Time-Worn Bathroom Modernized with Black Penny Tiles

Classic white bathrooms will always be in style, but bold dark colours are also on trend. This bathroom was tired and dated, so the owners remodeled with dramatic black Penny Tile floors.

The unique round tiles provide lots of pattern and texture. Installed in a budget-friendly porcelain, the black floors make the room feel chic and modern for under £600. Dark tile adds just the right amount of moodiness.

Black penny tile flooring adds bold drama and modern flair to outdated bathrooms.

Bronze Porcelain Pavers Give Patio Antique Flair

Laying real stone patio pavers can get expensive. These homeowners achieved the look for less using porcelain pavers. The bronze porcelain tiles mimicked natural stone but cost 75% less.

Installed over an existing Concrete Slab, the tile upgrade was a budget £650. The rich bronze hue and varied pavers have an antiqued look, perfect for historic homes. Porcelain tile brings style without the high price.

Install bronze porcelain patio pavers over existing slabs to get an antique flagged stone look on a budget.

Conclusion

Whether installing chic grey Laminate Flooring, painting fun patterns on old Kitchen Tiles, or laying dramatic black Penny Tiles, there are so many ways to update your floors without breaking the bank. Follow these inspiring makeovers to see how easy and affordable it can be.

With smart flooring choices like vinyl planks, porcelain pavers and laminates that mimic pricier looks, you can completely transform the feel of a space. Always measure carefully and follow all manufacturer’s instructions for a safe, successful DIY project.

Don’t resign yourself to dull, outdated floors. Even on a tight budget, you can give your home the stylish, trendy floors you’ve been dreaming about with a little creativity. So go ahead and start planning your own dramatic flooring transformations today!

EasyStep Flooring

Ready to give your floors a fresh new look but need some help? The flooring experts at EasyStep Flooring offer affordable installation across the UK. Their team can help you select new floors and install them properly so you love your daily view. Visit easystepflooring.co.uk now to request your free flooring estimate.

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