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		<title>How to Build a Bathroom Cabinet</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Melissa Woods]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 02 Oct 2024 15:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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<p>The bathroom remodel on my main floor is going smoothly, but I now need more storage for linens and a broom closet. I am going to build a bathroom cabinet to add more storage and functionality to the area!</p>


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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Table of Contents </h2>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li><a href="#prep">Prepping the Wood</a></li>



<li><a href="#framing">Adding Framing to the Cabinet</a> </li>



<li><a href="#drywalling">Drywalling</a></li>



<li><a href="#inside">Building the Inside of the Cabinet</a></li>



<li><a href="#shelving">Adding a Shelf</a></li>



<li><a href="#paintandprime">Priming and Painting</a></li>



<li><a href="#exterior-door">Building a Cabinet Door</a></li>



<li><a href="#sandandstain">Sanding and Staining</a></li>



<li><a href="#face-frame">Assembling the Face Frame</a></li>



<li><a href="#installation">Installing the Face Frame</a></li>



<li><a href="#hangingdoors">Finishing Up!</a></li>
</ul>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="prep">Preparing the Wood to Build a Bathroom Cabinet</h2>



<p>This project is not going to cost me all that much money because I am using a lot of leftover materials. I am going to drill some kreg jig holes into the framing. These are the center supports for the entire cabinet. Then, I am going to connect them all together, forcing them against my cement driveway so that everything lines up. The middle support piece is exactly 4-feet up the wall, I did typical measurements for framing. As I was framing this up I kept checking my square to make sure everything lined up nicely.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img fetchpriority="high" decoding="async" width="1024" height="566" src="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-9.59.50 AM-1024x566.png" alt="cutting my wood down to size to begin this project" class="wp-image-6627" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-9.59.50 AM-1024x566.png 1024w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-9.59.50 AM-300x166.png 300w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-9.59.50 AM-768x424.png 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-9.59.50 AM-1536x849.png 1536w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-9.59.50 AM-2048x1131.png 2048w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-9.59.50 AM-769x425.png 769w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-9.59.50 AM-150x83.png 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="568" src="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.00.15 AM-1024x568.png" alt="drilling kregjig holes into the wood" class="wp-image-6628" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.00.15 AM-1024x568.png 1024w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.00.15 AM-300x166.png 300w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.00.15 AM-768x426.png 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.00.15 AM-1536x852.png 1536w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.00.15 AM-2048x1136.png 2048w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.00.15 AM-769x426.png 769w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.00.15 AM-150x83.png 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="565" src="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.00.44 AM-1024x565.png" alt="drilling all of the pieces of the frame together " class="wp-image-6629" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.00.44 AM-1024x565.png 1024w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.00.44 AM-300x166.png 300w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.00.44 AM-768x424.png 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.00.44 AM-1536x847.png 1536w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.00.44 AM-2048x1130.png 2048w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.00.44 AM-769x424.png 769w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.00.44 AM-150x83.png 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<p>I am going to be framing up a wall on one side to determine the depth and width of this cabinet. It will look like it is meant to be in the corner of the bathroom, not added later. It is going to be about 22 inches deep and 21 inches wide. Because of this, I am adding a second stud because studs are supposed to run every 16 inches to support the drywall.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="framing">Adding the Framing to the Bathroom Cabinet</h2>



<p>Bringing the framing of the cabinet into the bathroom was not easy. Learning how to build a bathroo cabinet has been harder than anticipated! It is a small space, so it was a little difficult. The frame was a tight fit, so I hammered it into place. I am screwing the framing for the wall I am adding to the existing wall framing. For the floor, I am also screwing it in.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="566" src="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.01.33 AM-1024x566.png" alt="hammering the framing into place" class="wp-image-6630" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.01.33 AM-1024x566.png 1024w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.01.33 AM-300x166.png 300w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.01.33 AM-768x425.png 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.01.33 AM-1536x850.png 1536w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.01.33 AM-2048x1133.png 2048w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.01.33 AM-769x425.png 769w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.01.33 AM-150x83.png 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="564" src="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.02.05 AM-1024x564.png" alt="drilling the framing into the wall " class="wp-image-6631" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.02.05 AM-1024x564.png 1024w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.02.05 AM-300x165.png 300w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.02.05 AM-768x423.png 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.02.05 AM-1536x846.png 1536w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.02.05 AM-2048x1128.png 2048w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.02.05 AM-769x423.png 769w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.02.05 AM-150x83.png 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="564" src="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.02.38 AM-1024x564.png" alt="drilling the framing into the flooring " class="wp-image-6632" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.02.38 AM-1024x564.png 1024w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.02.38 AM-300x165.png 300w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.02.38 AM-768x423.png 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.02.38 AM-1536x846.png 1536w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.02.38 AM-2048x1129.png 2048w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.02.38 AM-769x424.png 769w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.02.38 AM-150x83.png 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="drywalling">Drywalling the Bathroom Cabinet </h2>



<p>Once the framing is in, I am replacing the drywall. I am using a combination of drywall that I took down and leftover scraps from other drywall projects I have done. I had just enough to get both the new wall and the little sidewall next to the doorway covered. Next, I have to tape and mud the drywall. This is my least favorite part, every time I do drywall I swear I am going to hire it out but then end up doing it myself! </p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="566" src="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.03.17 AM-1024x566.png" alt="hanging drywall on the outside of the framing " class="wp-image-6633" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.03.17 AM-1024x566.png 1024w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.03.17 AM-300x166.png 300w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.03.17 AM-768x424.png 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.03.17 AM-1536x849.png 1536w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.03.17 AM-2048x1131.png 2048w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.03.17 AM-769x425.png 769w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.03.17 AM-150x83.png 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="569" src="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.03.41 AM-1024x569.png" alt="drilling the new drywall into place" class="wp-image-6634" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.03.41 AM-1024x569.png 1024w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.03.41 AM-300x167.png 300w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.03.41 AM-768x427.png 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.03.41 AM-1536x853.png 1536w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.03.41 AM-2048x1138.png 2048w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.03.41 AM-769x427.png 769w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.03.41 AM-150x83.png 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="566" src="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.04.08 AM-1024x566.png" alt="starting to tape and mud the new drywall in this cabinet" class="wp-image-6635" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.04.08 AM-1024x566.png 1024w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.04.08 AM-300x166.png 300w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.04.08 AM-768x424.png 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.04.08 AM-1536x849.png 1536w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.04.08 AM-2048x1131.png 2048w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.04.08 AM-769x425.png 769w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.04.08 AM-150x83.png 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="inside">Building the Inside of the Cabinet</h2>



<p>For the inside of the closet, I am using plywood instead of drywall. The plywood was such a tight fit when I tried to put one full sheet in, I realize I have to cut it into two smaller pieces. I cut the two pieces of wood where the shelf will be to cover the seam. Once it is cut properly, I am screwing the plywood into place. For the side walls of the closet, I sliced down 1/2-inch thick plywood. I am nailing these into place. I only screwed the back plywood in so there would be added support for the shelf.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="565" src="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.05.09 AM-1024x565.png" alt="putting in the new back of the closet" class="wp-image-6636" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.05.09 AM-1024x565.png 1024w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.05.09 AM-300x166.png 300w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.05.09 AM-768x424.png 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.05.09 AM-1536x847.png 1536w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.05.09 AM-2048x1130.png 2048w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.05.09 AM-769x424.png 769w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.05.09 AM-150x83.png 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="565" src="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.05.45 AM-1024x565.png" alt="nailing in the plywood for the inside of the closet" class="wp-image-6637" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.05.45 AM-1024x565.png 1024w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.05.45 AM-300x165.png 300w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.05.45 AM-768x423.png 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.05.45 AM-1536x847.png 1536w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.05.45 AM-2048x1129.png 2048w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.05.45 AM-769x424.png 769w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.05.45 AM-150x83.png 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="shelving">Building and Installing the Shelf </h2>



<p>Once the inside of the closet is complete, I am going to drill pocket holes into the piece of plywood that will be my shelf. This piece of plywood is 3/4-inch thick and sanded on both sides. I am pre-drilling a couple of holes into the plywood. These will go into the back of the closet, a couple into the sides, and a few in the front that will go into the face frame. I knocked the piece of plywood into place inside the closet and got it as level as I could. This shelf is not covered with an edge band because it will be covered with the face frame. I cut a smaller second shelf to go above the first shelf. The edge is covered with an edge band because the face frame will not cover it. </p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="565" src="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.06.16 AM-1-1024x565.png" alt="putting the new shelf in and making sure it is level" class="wp-image-6639" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.06.16 AM-1-1024x565.png 1024w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.06.16 AM-1-300x166.png 300w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.06.16 AM-1-768x424.png 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.06.16 AM-1-1536x847.png 1536w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.06.16 AM-1-2048x1130.png 2048w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.06.16 AM-1-769x424.png 769w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.06.16 AM-1-150x83.png 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="paintandprime">Priming and Painting  </h2>



<p>Once my shelves were in place it was time to prime and paint. I am using a 4-inch mini foam roller to prime the inside of the cabinet. I did not use a paintbrush in the seams because I was not doing a super precise job of priming. When the primer is fully dry I am going in with 220-grit sandpaper wrapped around a little 2&#215;4 block. I did this to sand everything smooth before going in with my paint. Then, I wiped any sawdust or residue off with a damp rag.</p>



<p>Before I can paint I need to fix the gaps in the ceiling. I cut little strips of pine and primed them, then used a heavy-duty adhesive to adhere them to the ceiling. Once those were in place and the adhesive was dry I could go in with caulk. When the caulk dries it will finally be time for paint. </p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="567" src="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.07.08 AM-1024x567.png" alt="gluing the small pieces of wood to fix the gaps in the ceiling " class="wp-image-6640" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.07.08 AM-1024x567.png 1024w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.07.08 AM-300x166.png 300w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.07.08 AM-768x425.png 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.07.08 AM-1536x850.png 1536w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.07.08 AM-2048x1134.png 2048w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.07.08 AM-769x426.png 769w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.07.08 AM-150x83.png 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<p>Time to paint! I started by using a polyester bristle brush in all of the seams first to prevent drips. Then, I am going in with a big roller and rolling paint all over the inside of the cabinet. I chose to use the same color inside the cabinet that I used on the walls of the bathroom.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="566" src="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.07.55 AM-1024x566.png" alt="painting!" class="wp-image-6641" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.07.55 AM-1024x566.png 1024w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.07.55 AM-300x166.png 300w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.07.55 AM-768x424.png 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.07.55 AM-1536x848.png 1536w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.07.55 AM-2048x1131.png 2048w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.07.55 AM-769x425.png 769w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.07.55 AM-150x83.png 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="exterior-door">Building the Exterior Door for the Cabinet</h2>



<p>I am using 3/4-inch. plywood for the doors as well, I am ripping it on my table saw so the edges are a 30-degree bevel. It was my assumption that this detail would make them look prettier. I am going to rip the other side in the other direction to get a bevel on every side.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="564" src="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.08.22 AM-1024x564.png" alt="beveling the doors" class="wp-image-6642" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.08.22 AM-1024x564.png 1024w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.08.22 AM-300x165.png 300w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.08.22 AM-768x423.png 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.08.22 AM-1536x846.png 1536w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.08.22 AM-2048x1129.png 2048w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.08.22 AM-769x424.png 769w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.08.22 AM-150x83.png 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="569" src="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.08.45 AM-1024x569.png" alt="beveling the doors" class="wp-image-6643" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.08.45 AM-1024x569.png 1024w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.08.45 AM-300x167.png 300w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.08.45 AM-768x427.png 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.08.45 AM-1536x854.png 1536w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.08.45 AM-2048x1138.png 2048w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.08.45 AM-769x427.png 769w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.08.45 AM-150x83.png 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<p> To create the face frame of the closet I am using select pine. I ripped some of them thinner, the side that is covering the framed wall is kept at 3 1/2 inches wide whereas the other ones are 2 1/4 inches wide. I drilled a bunch of pocket holes, used my clamps to hold everything in place, then added screws to hold the frame together. Because the door is made of plywood, the beveled edge looks kind of ugly. I am using Pure Edge edge banding to cover it. This irons on very quickly and looks much better. </p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="565" src="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.12.26 AM-1024x565.png" alt="building the face frame" class="wp-image-6644" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.12.26 AM-1024x565.png 1024w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.12.26 AM-300x166.png 300w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.12.26 AM-768x424.png 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.12.26 AM-1536x847.png 1536w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.12.26 AM-2048x1130.png 2048w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.12.26 AM-769x424.png 769w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.12.26 AM-150x83.png 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="565" src="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.13.24 AM-1024x565.png" alt="what i used to cover the free edge " class="wp-image-6645" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.13.24 AM-1024x565.png 1024w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.13.24 AM-300x165.png 300w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.13.24 AM-768x423.png 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.13.24 AM-1536x847.png 1536w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.13.24 AM-2048x1129.png 2048w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.13.24 AM-769x424.png 769w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.13.24 AM-150x83.png 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="sandandstain">Sanding and Staining </h2>



<p> Once the glue from the edge banding is dry, it is time to sand. This sanding took hours! I sanded the face frame, the doors, and every edge. I am sanding the edges so that they would be a little bit softer to the touch. Once everything is sanded I am wiping it off with a cloth and putting polyurethane on it. This is being applied with a fine polyester bristle brush. I love the color that came out with just one coat of polyurethane on the face frame, but when I put it on the doors it did not look as good. I am mixing up a custom wash for the doors and painting it on. It looks so much better. </p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="566" src="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.14.02 AM-1024x566.png" alt="sanding the face framing" class="wp-image-6646" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.14.02 AM-1024x566.png 1024w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.14.02 AM-300x166.png 300w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.14.02 AM-768x424.png 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.14.02 AM-1536x849.png 1536w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.14.02 AM-2048x1131.png 2048w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.14.02 AM-769x425.png 769w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.14.02 AM-150x83.png 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="564" src="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.14.26 AM-1024x564.png" alt="sanding the faces of the doors " class="wp-image-6647" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.14.26 AM-1024x564.png 1024w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.14.26 AM-300x165.png 300w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.14.26 AM-768x423.png 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.14.26 AM-1536x845.png 1536w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.14.26 AM-2048x1127.png 2048w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.14.26 AM-769x423.png 769w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.14.26 AM-150x83.png 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="562" src="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.14.59 AM-1024x562.png" alt="adding poly to the frame " class="wp-image-6648" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.14.59 AM-1024x562.png 1024w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.14.59 AM-300x165.png 300w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.14.59 AM-768x421.png 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.14.59 AM-1536x843.png 1536w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.14.59 AM-2048x1124.png 2048w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.14.59 AM-769x422.png 769w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.14.59 AM-150x82.png 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="568" src="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.15.22 AM-1024x568.png" alt="staining the door faces" class="wp-image-6649" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.15.22 AM-1024x568.png 1024w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.15.22 AM-300x166.png 300w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.15.22 AM-768x426.png 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.15.22 AM-1536x852.png 1536w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.15.22 AM-2048x1136.png 2048w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.15.22 AM-769x427.png 769w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.15.22 AM-150x83.png 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="face-frame">Assembling the Face of the Bathroom Cabinet</h2>



<p>To assemble this cabinet I am beginning on the horizontal space of my floor. This is going to make it so much easier to get things lined up and pre-drilled.  I am lining up where I want my hinges to be and set the doors on top of them. Once everything is in place, I use a pencil to mark where I need to pre-drill. The hinges I am using match the ones that are on the vanity in the bathroom. I am adding a little piece of wood behind every hinge to make it conducive to the space. </p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="563" src="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.18.04 AM-1024x563.png" alt="laying out where I want the hinges to be " class="wp-image-6651" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.18.04 AM-1024x563.png 1024w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.18.04 AM-300x165.png 300w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.18.04 AM-768x422.png 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.18.04 AM-1536x844.png 1536w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.18.04 AM-2048x1126.png 2048w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.18.04 AM-769x423.png 769w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.18.04 AM-150x82.png 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="installation">Installing the Face Frame</h2>



<p>The first thing I am doing is clamping the frame into place. Once it is clamped into place I am screwing directly into the wall stud. Then, I am adding in more screws where I pre-drilled. For the edge of the cabinet, I am taking 1-1/2 inch by 1-1/2 inch wooden outside corner trim piece and nailing that into place. This ended up being perfectly flush with the wall and it looked so good! In order to fill all of my holes I am using drywall joint compound and wood filler. To the face frame off I am sanding, adding another layer of polyurethane, and caulking. </p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="572" src="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.19.15 AM-1-1024x572.png" alt="clamping the face frame into place" class="wp-image-6652" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.19.15 AM-1-1024x572.png 1024w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.19.15 AM-1-300x168.png 300w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.19.15 AM-1-768x429.png 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.19.15 AM-1-1536x858.png 1536w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.19.15 AM-1-2048x1143.png 2048w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.19.15 AM-1-769x429.png 769w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.19.15 AM-1-150x84.png 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="567" src="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.20.01 AM-1024x567.png" alt="drilling the face frame into place" class="wp-image-6653" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.20.01 AM-1024x567.png 1024w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.20.01 AM-300x166.png 300w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.20.01 AM-768x425.png 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.20.01 AM-1536x850.png 1536w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.20.01 AM-2048x1134.png 2048w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.20.01 AM-769x426.png 769w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.20.01 AM-150x83.png 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="568" src="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.21.00 AM-1024x568.png" alt="" class="wp-image-6654" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.21.00 AM-1024x568.png 1024w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.21.00 AM-300x166.png 300w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.21.00 AM-768x426.png 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.21.00 AM-1536x852.png 1536w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.21.00 AM-2048x1136.png 2048w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.21.00 AM-769x427.png 769w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.21.00 AM-150x83.png 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="hangingdoors">Hanging the Doors</h2>



<p>Once I have installed the hardware on the door it is time to hang them on the face frame. To hang the doors I am lining them up with the face frame and putting tiny little screws through the hinges. I pre-drilled holes into the face frame so I would know exactly where to put the hinges. To add more storage space I am hanging a hook on the inside of this cabinet! </p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="564" src="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.21.43 AM-1024x564.png" alt="" class="wp-image-6655" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.21.43 AM-1024x564.png 1024w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.21.43 AM-300x165.png 300w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.21.43 AM-768x423.png 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.21.43 AM-1536x846.png 1536w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.21.43 AM-2048x1129.png 2048w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.21.43 AM-769x424.png 769w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.21.43 AM-150x83.png 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="568" src="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.22.07 AM-1024x568.png" alt="" class="wp-image-6656" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.22.07 AM-1024x568.png 1024w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.22.07 AM-300x166.png 300w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.22.07 AM-768x426.png 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.22.07 AM-1536x852.png 1536w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.22.07 AM-2048x1136.png 2048w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.22.07 AM-769x427.png 769w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.22.07 AM-150x83.png 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="566" src="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.22.54 AM-1024x566.png" alt="" class="wp-image-6658" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.22.54 AM-1024x566.png 1024w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.22.54 AM-300x166.png 300w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.22.54 AM-768x425.png 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.22.54 AM-1536x849.png 1536w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.22.54 AM-2048x1132.png 2048w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.22.54 AM-769x425.png 769w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-09-12-at-10.22.54 AM-150x83.png 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<p>I love how this closet turned out! It has added so much storage and versatility to this small bathroom!</p>



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<p>This budget bathroom remodel is going to blow your mind! This bathroom was dirty and neglected. From the linoleum floors to the acoustic drop tile ceiling tiles, the whole space needed a refresh. My goal is to keep this project under $1000, keep reading to see how I did!</p>


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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Table of Contents</h2>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li><a href="#problems">Facing Problems Right off the Bat</a></li>



<li><a href="#cleaning">Cleaning</a></li>



<li><a href="#painting">Painting</a></li>



<li><a href="#flooring">Flooring on a Budget</a></li>



<li><a href="#ceiling">Ceiling Upgrade</a></li>



<li><a href="#vanity">New Vanity Install</a></li>



<li><a href="#final-touches">Final Touches</a></li>



<li><a href="#bna">Before and Afters</a></li>
</ul>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="problems">Problems Right Away</h2>



<p>When I removed the fixtures on the tub I found that the tub drain was so corroded the crossbars were missing. Because of this, the removal was almost impossible. I tried to cut a notch into the metal where a prybar could go. This prybar will hopefully tension in the drain and allow me to unscrew and pull it out.  Even with the leverage of locking pliers on the prybar, the drain would not come out, so unfortunately we had to call a plumber. The plumber could not remove the drain without cracking the PVC, so he just took out all of the old piping and replaced it with new. This was a huge blow to the budget. </p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img decoding="async" src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/aa-drain-problems-.heic" alt="problems with the drain 
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<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="565" src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/trying-to-get-drain-out--1024x565.png" alt="Trying to take out the drain 
" class="wp-image-6125" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/trying-to-get-drain-out--1024x565.png 1024w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/trying-to-get-drain-out--300x165.png 300w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/trying-to-get-drain-out--768x423.png 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/trying-to-get-drain-out--1536x847.png 1536w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/trying-to-get-drain-out--2048x1129.png 2048w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/trying-to-get-drain-out--769x424.png 769w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/trying-to-get-drain-out--150x83.png 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="cleaning">Cleaning the Tub and Floors  </h2>



<p>This bathroom is in the basement of my friend&#8217;s home, we are working on a tight budget so we are doing this bathroom DIY style! Rather than getting a new tub surround, we are trying to resurrect the current one which is very mildewy. My friend spent hours scrubbing the tub. It was fastest to sand the fiberglass surround with 400 grit sandpaper to get the mildew and stains off.  The floor is textured, so she can not sand it. Instead, she tried using bleach, barkeeper&#8217;s friend, and pink stuff, but none of this worked. She was able to get the floor clean using a metal scrubby and elbow grease. After everything was clean, I applied polish to the surround to reseal the porous fiberglass to make the tub easier to clean in the future.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="521" src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/tub-cleaning--1024x521.png" alt="cleaning the mildewy tub" class="wp-image-6126" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/tub-cleaning--1024x521.png 1024w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/tub-cleaning--300x153.png 300w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/tub-cleaning--768x391.png 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/tub-cleaning--1536x781.png 1536w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/tub-cleaning--2048x1042.png 2048w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/tub-cleaning--769x391.png 769w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/tub-cleaning--150x76.png 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="painting">Painting</h2>



<p>This bathroom started as a dark and dirty brown color. We chose to lighten it up with a warm white color. We want to make this small space look bigger and because it is windowless, a light color will brighten it up. It took three coats of paint to cover the brown that was there. </p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="574" src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/painting--1024x574.png" alt="painting the walls " class="wp-image-6127" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/painting--1024x574.png 1024w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/painting--300x168.png 300w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/painting--768x430.png 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/painting--1536x861.png 1536w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/painting--2048x1148.png 2048w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/painting--769x431.png 769w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/painting--150x84.png 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="flooring">Flooring for a Budget Bathroom Remodel</h2>



<p>Once the floor and tub are clean and the walls are painted, it is time to lay flooring. I picked up LVT click-together flooring on clearance to save money. Flooring the entire bathroom only cost $135! Since it is made of plastic I can cut the tricky parts on my scroll saw. The 12 x 24-inch dimensions make it look like real tile and I laid it so that the seams were staggered at exactly the center to make it even more convincing.  I laid this new flooring directly over the linoleum that was there before. This was possible because the new flooring did not require underlayment and the door thresholds had space. For a more in-depth explanation on how to install flooring click <a href="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/waterproof-laminate-flooring/">here.</a> After the floor was installed, I installed the new toilet which we got on clearance for $140.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="564" src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/flooring-install--1024x564.png" alt="budget bathroom flooring " class="wp-image-6128" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/flooring-install--1024x564.png 1024w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/flooring-install--300x165.png 300w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/flooring-install--768x423.png 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/flooring-install--1536x846.png 1536w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/flooring-install--2048x1128.png 2048w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/flooring-install--769x423.png 769w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/flooring-install--150x83.png 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="ceiling">Upgrading the Ceiling </h2>



<p>Something has to be done with this outdated acoustic ceiling. The whole home&#8217;s plumbing runs through here, so we decided that it is important to still be accessible. Because of this, I have to hunt for a better, and more attractive, drop ceiling tile. To begin the ceiling upgrade I am rolling the grin that the tiles sit on with a couple of coats of black paint. We ordered beautiful new drop ceiling tiles that have detailed ridges in a dramatic black color. They are made from very thin PVC, so thin that you can cut them with just scissors! The entire ceiling cost us $154. </p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="687" src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/painting-the-ceiling--1024x687.png" alt="painting the ceiling grid " class="wp-image-6129" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/painting-the-ceiling--1024x687.png 1024w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/painting-the-ceiling--300x201.png 300w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/painting-the-ceiling--768x515.png 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/painting-the-ceiling--1536x1031.png 1536w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/painting-the-ceiling--2048x1374.png 2048w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/painting-the-ceiling--769x516.png 769w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/painting-the-ceiling--150x101.png 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="554" src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/ceiling-tile-install--1024x554.png" alt="installing ceiling tiles 
" class="wp-image-6130" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/ceiling-tile-install--1024x554.png 1024w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/ceiling-tile-install--300x162.png 300w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/ceiling-tile-install--768x415.png 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/ceiling-tile-install--1536x830.png 1536w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/ceiling-tile-install--2048x1107.png 2048w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/ceiling-tile-install--769x416.png 769w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/ceiling-tile-install--150x81.png 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="vanity">New Vanity Mirror Install</h2>



<p>We found a budget-friendly new vanity light with reeded glass that my friend loved. I also installed a new <a href="https://thekosmonia.com/product/the-capricorn-40x24/">LED mirror</a> above the vanity. It was decided that we would plug the mirror in rather than hardwire it. I also installed new faucets in matte black. The shower system cost $175 and the faucet cost $52. Thankfully there are no more plumbing issues and I can install the shower DIY. </p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="610" src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/mirror-install--1024x610.png" alt="budget bathroom mirror install
" class="wp-image-6131" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/mirror-install--1024x610.png 1024w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/mirror-install--300x179.png 300w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/mirror-install--768x458.png 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/mirror-install--1536x915.png 1536w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/mirror-install--2048x1220.png 2048w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/mirror-install--769x458.png 769w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/mirror-install--150x89.png 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="576" src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/installation-of-the-faucet-1024x576.png" alt="installing the faucet 
" class="wp-image-6132" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/installation-of-the-faucet-1024x576.png 1024w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/installation-of-the-faucet-300x169.png 300w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/installation-of-the-faucet-768x432.png 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/installation-of-the-faucet-1536x864.png 1536w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/installation-of-the-faucet-2048x1152.png 2048w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/installation-of-the-faucet-769x432.png 769w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/installation-of-the-faucet-150x84.png 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="final-touches">Budget Bathroom Finishing Touches</h2>



<p>I taught my friend how to use my nail gun and she put back all of the trim. We wanted to keep the honey oak because the doors, vanity, and trim work all match throughout the entire house. I made a painting for the room and I am so happy that my friend loved it. It brought the whole room together! Without the plumber&#8217;s bill of $480 I would have been under budget on this project! The total for everything including paint, accessories, shower curtain and rod, and plumber came to $1326. </p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="634" src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/showing-sav-the-painting--1024x634.png" alt="showing savanna the painting. " class="wp-image-6134" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/showing-sav-the-painting--1024x634.png 1024w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/showing-sav-the-painting--300x186.png 300w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/showing-sav-the-painting--768x475.png 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/showing-sav-the-painting--1536x950.png 1536w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/showing-sav-the-painting--2048x1267.png 2048w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/showing-sav-the-painting--769x476.png 769w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/showing-sav-the-painting--150x93.png 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="bna">Before and After</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img decoding="async" src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/aa-before.heic" alt="bathroom before. " class="wp-image-6137"/></figure>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img decoding="async" src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/aa-bathroom-affter.heic" alt="budget bathroom after" class="wp-image-6136"/></figure>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="567" src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/bathroom-finale-1024x567.png" alt="budget bathroom after " class="wp-image-6135" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/bathroom-finale-1024x567.png 1024w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/bathroom-finale-300x166.png 300w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/bathroom-finale-768x425.png 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/bathroom-finale-1536x851.png 1536w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/bathroom-finale-2048x1134.png 2048w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/bathroom-finale-769x426.png 769w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/bathroom-finale-150x83.png 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<p>I am proud of how much my friend and I accomplished together, how I inspired her to DIY and learn new skills, and how budget-friendly this space is. If you love this bathroom remodel and want to see more, check out the <a href="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/bathroom-renovation-final-reveal/">final reveal of the bathroom in my house!</a></p>



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<p>The small bathroom I have been renovating has a bathtub, but no shower. To transform this space into a full shower and tub I had to learn how to tile a shower, the easy way!</p>


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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Table of Contents</h2>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li><a href="#dandp">Demo and Plumbing</a></li>



<li><a href="#new-base">New Base for the Shower Walls</a></li>



<li><a href="#waterproofing">Waterproofing the Walls</a></li>



<li><a href="#musselbound">Using Musselbound</a></li>



<li><a href="#how-to-tile-a-shower">How to Tile a Shower</a></li>
</ul>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="dandp">Demolition and Plumbing</h2>



<p>To begin this project I demolish the walls down to the studs. Once the walls are completely demolished I call my plumber. He came and extended my plumbing that went to my tub. He brought the plumbing up the wall to create a shower system as well. The next step in my demolition was to remove and replace the old insulation and the old window. </p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="572" src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/tub-before-1024x572.png" alt="tub before any renovations" class="wp-image-6087" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/tub-before-1024x572.png 1024w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/tub-before-300x168.png 300w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/tub-before-768x429.png 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/tub-before-1536x858.png 1536w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/tub-before-2048x1145.png 2048w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/tub-before-769x430.png 769w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/tub-before-150x84.png 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="575" src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/demoo-1024x575.png" alt="demolition of the tub" class="wp-image-6086" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/demoo-1024x575.png 1024w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/demoo-300x168.png 300w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/demoo-768x431.png 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/demoo-1536x862.png 1536w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/demoo-2048x1150.png 2048w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/demoo-769x432.png 769w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/demoo-150x84.png 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="727" src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/down-to-the-studs-1024x727.png" alt="ripped down to the studs" class="wp-image-6088" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/down-to-the-studs-1024x727.png 1024w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/down-to-the-studs-300x213.png 300w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/down-to-the-studs-768x545.png 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/down-to-the-studs-1536x1091.png 1536w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/down-to-the-studs-2048x1454.png 2048w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/down-to-the-studs-769x546.png 769w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/down-to-the-studs-150x107.png 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="new-base">New Base for the Shower Walls</h2>



<p>After the insulation and window have been replaced I am putting up new drywall. When my drywall is all in place it is time to caulk the seams. I am choosing to do this instead of drywall mud because I need it to be not water permeable. Using caulk does require some precision. My drywall seams have to be within an eighth of an inch apart for the caulking method to work. </p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="579" src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/new-drywalll-1024x579.png" alt="putting up new drywall" class="wp-image-6089" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/new-drywalll-1024x579.png 1024w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/new-drywalll-300x169.png 300w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/new-drywalll-768x434.png 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/new-drywalll-1536x868.png 1536w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/new-drywalll-2048x1157.png 2048w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/new-drywalll-769x434.png 769w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/new-drywalll-150x85.png 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="577" src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/caulking-the-seams--1024x577.png" alt="caulking the seams " class="wp-image-6090" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/caulking-the-seams--1024x577.png 1024w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/caulking-the-seams--300x169.png 300w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/caulking-the-seams--768x433.png 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/caulking-the-seams--1536x866.png 1536w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/caulking-the-seams--2048x1155.png 2048w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/caulking-the-seams--769x434.png 769w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/caulking-the-seams--150x85.png 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="waterproofing">Waterproofing the Walls</h2>



<p>The caulk was the first step in waterproofing the base of the shower walls. The next step in waterproofing is <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/p/Custom-Building-Products-RedGard-1-Gal-Waterproofing-and-Crack-Prevention-Membrane-LQWAF1/100169081?irgwc=1&amp;cm_mmc=afl-ir-1379587-456723-&amp;clickid=VL22dqwEWxyPUbn3oqWjXxTwUkH3TwQxU2w2yM0">RedGard.</a> This is a waterproofing membrane that you roll onto the drywall. To apply this you must use thin layers. I am doing three layers to make sure I have a built-up and continuous membrane across all of the drywall. I start by using a brush to apply the RedGard to the corners and any edges like the ceiling. Then, I used a roller to do the rest of the wall. I am also going to roll this onto the wall beyond where the tile will be because this will protect an area where water can also be sprayed on. </p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="578" src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/rolling-on-the-waterproof-membrane--1024x578.png" alt="rolling on waterproof membrane" class="wp-image-6091" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/rolling-on-the-waterproof-membrane--1024x578.png 1024w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/rolling-on-the-waterproof-membrane--300x169.png 300w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/rolling-on-the-waterproof-membrane--768x433.png 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/rolling-on-the-waterproof-membrane--1536x867.png 1536w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/rolling-on-the-waterproof-membrane--2048x1155.png 2048w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/rolling-on-the-waterproof-membrane--769x434.png 769w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/rolling-on-the-waterproof-membrane--150x85.png 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="musselbound">How to Tile a Shower Using Musselbound</h2>



<p>For this project, I am not using cement board to tile the shower, instead, I am using an innovative new product called <a href="https://www.amazon.com/MusselBound-Plastic-Membrane-Peel-Set-Grout-Mortar/dp/B07J33LG41?crid=47UKILGXELD5&amp;keywords=musselbound&amp;qid=1686751992&amp;sprefix=musselbound,aps,111&amp;sr=8-1&amp;linkCode=sl1&amp;tag=welctothewo03-20&amp;linkId=bfa6e43d2901ba0be4bb99faa9f34918&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl">Musslebound.</a> This is essentially a waterproof sticker that is highly adhesive and you stick your tiles directly to it. Before applying Musslebound to the wall it has to be completely dry and completely flat. </p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="579" src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/musslebound-1024x579.png" alt="tub walls ready to have musslebound applied" class="wp-image-6092" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/musslebound-1024x579.png 1024w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/musslebound-300x170.png 300w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/musslebound-768x435.png 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/musslebound-1536x869.png 1536w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/musslebound-2048x1159.png 2048w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/musslebound-769x435.png 769w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/musslebound-150x85.png 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<p>To apply this to the wall, stick the adhesive to the top of the shower wall, then begin rolling downwards. You have to push the adhesive to the wall as you are unrolling it, I am using a weighted roller, you have to push hard to make sure it sticks well. You can pull it up before completely sticking it down to adjust the mat and make sure it is flat. To cut the Musslebound around the shower lines, I cut an X and then popped it over. When I get to my window opening I am cutting and wrapping the Musslebound around that as well. </p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="579" src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/rolling-out-musslebound-1024x579.png" alt="rolling out musslebound" class="wp-image-6093" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/rolling-out-musslebound-1024x579.png 1024w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/rolling-out-musslebound-300x170.png 300w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/rolling-out-musslebound-768x434.png 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/rolling-out-musslebound-1536x869.png 1536w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/rolling-out-musslebound-2048x1158.png 2048w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/rolling-out-musslebound-769x435.png 769w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/rolling-out-musslebound-150x85.png 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="580" src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/rolling-on-the-musslebound-1024x580.png" alt="musslebound being pushed on to wall" class="wp-image-6094" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/rolling-on-the-musslebound-1024x580.png 1024w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/rolling-on-the-musslebound-300x170.png 300w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/rolling-on-the-musslebound-768x435.png 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/rolling-on-the-musslebound-1536x871.png 1536w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/rolling-on-the-musslebound-2048x1161.png 2048w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/rolling-on-the-musslebound-769x436.png 769w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/rolling-on-the-musslebound-150x85.png 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="577" src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/window-musslebound-1024x577.png" alt="musslebound around the window" class="wp-image-6095" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/window-musslebound-1024x577.png 1024w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/window-musslebound-300x169.png 300w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/window-musslebound-768x433.png 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/window-musslebound-1536x865.png 1536w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/window-musslebound-2048x1154.png 2048w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/window-musslebound-769x433.png 769w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/window-musslebound-150x85.png 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="how-to-tile-a-shower">How to Tile a Shower</h2>



<p>I have never tiled before, so that means I had to buy myself a <a href="https://www.amazon.com/SKIL-3540-02-7-Inch-Wet-Tile/dp/B003HIWR08?crid=2F9WOWSFFILSE&amp;keywords=wet%2Btile%2Bsaw&amp;qid=1686752686&amp;sprefix=wet%2Btile%2Bsa%2Caps%2C120&amp;sr=8-1-spons&amp;sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&amp;linkCode=sl1&amp;tag=welctothewo03-20&amp;linkId=7e81b97964d7abf661f1ecba186b034f&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl&amp;th=1">wet saw</a> to cut the tile! Before I do anything I do a lot of pre-planning as to how I am going to lay my tiles. This is important because the margin for error is very small when using Musslebound. I am cutting all of my <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/p/Daltile-LuxeCraft-Arteko-Antique-White-3-in-x-12-in-Glazed-Ceramic-Wall-Tile-12-sq-ft-Case-AK01312HD1P2/313499026?irgwc=1&amp;cm_mmc=afl-ir-1379587-456723-&amp;clickid=VL22dqwEWxyPUbn3oqWjXxTwUkH3TQxBU2w2yM0">tiles</a> very carefully and lining them up with my <a href="https://www.amazon.com/CIGMAN-Leveling-Construction-Controller-Magnetic/dp/B08T87R8YS?crid=MVNRBJQASXTJ&amp;keywords=laser%2Blevel%2Bcigman&amp;qid=1686752751&amp;sprefix=laser%2Blevel%2Bcigman,aps,119&amp;sr=8-1-spons&amp;sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&amp;th=1&amp;linkCode=sl1&amp;tag=welctothewo03-20&amp;linkId=f9b5a1273927369c5430598df5a7e818&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl">laser level</a> to make sure that they will all be straight. I do all of this without removing the liner from the Musslebound so I can mark and measure without permanently placing the tiles. </p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="580" src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/cutting-tile-1024x580.png" alt="cutting tiles" class="wp-image-6096" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/cutting-tile-1024x580.png 1024w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/cutting-tile-300x170.png 300w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/cutting-tile-768x435.png 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/cutting-tile-1536x870.png 1536w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/cutting-tile-2048x1160.png 2048w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/cutting-tile-769x436.png 769w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/cutting-tile-150x85.png 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="578" src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Screenshot-2024-02-26-at-11.03.53 AM-1024x578.png" alt="setting up first tiles" class="wp-image-6097" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Screenshot-2024-02-26-at-11.03.53 AM-1024x578.png 1024w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Screenshot-2024-02-26-at-11.03.53 AM-300x169.png 300w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Screenshot-2024-02-26-at-11.03.53 AM-768x433.png 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Screenshot-2024-02-26-at-11.03.53 AM-1536x867.png 1536w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Screenshot-2024-02-26-at-11.03.53 AM-2048x1156.png 2048w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Screenshot-2024-02-26-at-11.03.53 AM-769x434.png 769w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Screenshot-2024-02-26-at-11.03.53 AM-150x85.png 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<p>To make sure that the tiles adhere to the Musslebound I dried them off with a towel and put them out in the sun. When I remove the liner from the Musslebound, I apply seam tape up all of the seams so everything is continuously sticky. My tiles are being laid in a vertical staggered short-side pattern. I begin to lay my tiles by simply sticking them to the Musslebound with tile spacers in between every edge of the tile, the spacer I am using is 332. When I am placing the tiles I hold them for a few seconds to press them against the Musslebound to make sure they adhere. When all my tiles are laid, I go in and grout normally! </p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="576" src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/seam-tapin-g-1024x576.png" alt="applying the seam tape " class="wp-image-6098" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/seam-tapin-g-1024x576.png 1024w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/seam-tapin-g-300x169.png 300w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/seam-tapin-g-768x432.png 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/seam-tapin-g-1536x864.png 1536w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/seam-tapin-g-2048x1152.png 2048w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/seam-tapin-g-769x433.png 769w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/seam-tapin-g-150x84.png 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="581" src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/first-tile-laid--1024x581.png" alt="first tile being places" class="wp-image-6099" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/first-tile-laid--1024x581.png 1024w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/first-tile-laid--300x170.png 300w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/first-tile-laid--768x436.png 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/first-tile-laid--1536x872.png 1536w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/first-tile-laid--2048x1162.png 2048w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/first-tile-laid--769x436.png 769w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/first-tile-laid--150x85.png 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="579" src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/placing-tiles-1024x579.png" alt="placing tiles " class="wp-image-6100" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/placing-tiles-1024x579.png 1024w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/placing-tiles-300x170.png 300w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/placing-tiles-768x434.png 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/placing-tiles-1536x869.png 1536w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/placing-tiles-2048x1158.png 2048w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/placing-tiles-769x435.png 769w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/placing-tiles-150x85.png 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="575" src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/final-tile-placement-1024x575.png" alt="final tile being places" class="wp-image-6101" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/final-tile-placement-1024x575.png 1024w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/final-tile-placement-300x169.png 300w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/final-tile-placement-768x432.png 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/final-tile-placement-1536x863.png 1536w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/final-tile-placement-2048x1151.png 2048w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/final-tile-placement-769x432.png 769w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/final-tile-placement-150x84.png 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="769" height="1024" src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/image-1-769x1024.png" alt="the final loos at my completely tiled shower" class="wp-image-5959" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/image-1-769x1023.png 769w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/image-1-225x300.png 225w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/image-1-768x1022.png 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/image-1-640x853.png 640w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/image-1-150x200.png 150w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/image-1.png 1088w" sizes="(max-width: 769px) 100vw, 769px" /></figure>



<p>Now that my shower is tiled, I can continue the rest of my bathroom renovations. If you would like to see how the entire bathroom turned out click <a href="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/diy-small-bathroom-remodel/">here!</a></p>



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<p>I renovated my outdated <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UfOBlo-Csig&amp;list=PLMZjWZKPQwhYmTs66u9CEiE2Jt1W-hrAy&amp;index=33&amp;ab_channel=WelcometotheWoods" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">lakehouse bathroom</a> into a relaxing space that has a vintage modern style. This space went all the way down to the studs and needed so much work! I did this diy small bathroom remodel in about three months working almost entirely alone starting from demo to the finish caulking on the tub.</p>


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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Table of Contents</h2>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li><a href="#demolition">Demolition</a></li>



<li><a href="#window-replacement">Replacing the Window</a></li>



<li><a href="#flooring">Adding the New Flooring</a></li>



<li><a href="#beadboard">Wall Treatment</a></li>



<li><a href="#vanity-up-cycle">Vanity Upcycle</a></li>



<li><a href="#tilingthe-shower">Tiling the Shower</a></li>



<li><a href="#finished-bathroom">The Finished Product</a></li>
</ul>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="demolition">Bathroom Demolition</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large is-style-default"><img decoding="async" width="1082" height="1082" src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/og-LH-bathroom-sink-edited.png" alt="" class="wp-image-5649" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/og-LH-bathroom-sink-edited.png 1082w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/og-LH-bathroom-sink-edited-300x300.png 300w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/og-LH-bathroom-sink-edited-1024x1024.png 1024w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/og-LH-bathroom-sink-edited-150x150.png 150w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/og-LH-bathroom-sink-edited-768x768.png 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/og-LH-bathroom-sink-edited-769x769.png 769w" sizes="(max-width: 1082px) 100vw, 1082px" /></figure>



<p>To start I removed window trim, old fixtures, and drywall. I originally planned to save the tile, but my plans changed when I took out the vanity area. I found severe water damage in the drywall and tile so it needed replacing. When the bathroom was down to the studs I called in my plumber and electrician. The plumber rerouted the sink drain and water lines to the wall, installed a bath fan vented through the roof, and put rough-ins for the bath to become a shower/bath combo. The electrician wired in my new bath fan and installed GFI outlets for me. </p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="601" src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Screenshot-2023-11-28-at-10.23.39-PM-1024x601.png" alt="" class="wp-image-5640" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Screenshot-2023-11-28-at-10.23.39-PM-1024x601.png 1024w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Screenshot-2023-11-28-at-10.23.39-PM-300x176.png 300w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Screenshot-2023-11-28-at-10.23.39-PM-768x451.png 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Screenshot-2023-11-28-at-10.23.39-PM-1536x902.png 1536w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Screenshot-2023-11-28-at-10.23.39-PM-2048x1202.png 2048w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Screenshot-2023-11-28-at-10.23.39-PM-769x451.png 769w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="wi">DIY Small Bathroom Remodel</h2>



<p>With the bones of the bathroom done it was time to build from the ground up! Before hanging drywall, I screwed pieces of 2 x 4s into the framing to act as a shelf for the top sheet of drywall to sit on. I&#8217;m so proud I did all of the drywall myself. I kept the bathroom’s toilet and bathtub since they were in good shape and drywalled around them. </p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="588" src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Screenshot-2023-11-28-at-10.56.27-PM-1024x588.png" alt="" class="wp-image-5656" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Screenshot-2023-11-28-at-10.56.27-PM-1024x588.png 1024w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Screenshot-2023-11-28-at-10.56.27-PM-300x172.png 300w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Screenshot-2023-11-28-at-10.56.27-PM-768x441.png 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Screenshot-2023-11-28-at-10.56.27-PM-1536x881.png 1536w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Screenshot-2023-11-28-at-10.56.27-PM-2048x1175.png 2048w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Screenshot-2023-11-28-at-10.56.27-PM-769x441.png 769w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<p>To build a custom niche next to the vanity, I made a box out of scrap plywood and screwed a 2 x 6 support into my framing. I drywalled around it and cut a piece out so it fits perfectly. Then came taping, mudding, and sanding the seams. Finally, after a week of hard work, it was time to prime and paint! But before I could finish the interior I needed to replace the window.&nbsp;</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="window-replacement">Small Bathroom Window Replacement</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large is-style-default"><img decoding="async" width="1088" height="1087" src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/og-LH-bathroom-shower-edited.png" alt="" class="wp-image-5645" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/og-LH-bathroom-shower-edited.png 1088w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/og-LH-bathroom-shower-edited-300x300.png 300w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/og-LH-bathroom-shower-edited-1024x1024.png 1024w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/og-LH-bathroom-shower-edited-150x150.png 150w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/og-LH-bathroom-shower-edited-768x767.png 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/og-LH-bathroom-shower-edited-769x768.png 769w" sizes="(max-width: 1088px) 100vw, 1088px" /></figure>



<p>The original window for the lakehouse bathroom was wooden, too low down, and old. The new window I ordered worked with the existing framing width and was raised higher so the neighbors wouldn’t get a show! The window took six weeks to come in which is why I completed three walls of drywall first. I have never replaced a window before but after <a href="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/diy-small-kitchen-makeover/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">removing the doorway from the kitchen</a> last year I figured, how hard can it be? Luckily to patch up the outside I still had some leftover cedar wood siding from that previous project. </p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="564" src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Screenshot-2023-11-28-at-10.34.25-PM-1024x564.png" alt="window replacement in shower diy bathroom renovation" class="wp-image-5646" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Screenshot-2023-11-28-at-10.34.25-PM-1024x564.png 1024w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Screenshot-2023-11-28-at-10.34.25-PM-300x165.png 300w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Screenshot-2023-11-28-at-10.34.25-PM-768x423.png 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Screenshot-2023-11-28-at-10.34.25-PM-1536x845.png 1536w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Screenshot-2023-11-28-at-10.34.25-PM-769x423.png 769w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Screenshot-2023-11-28-at-10.34.25-PM.png 1824w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<p>I sealed up the inside and was overjoyed with my accomplishment. I never thought I could resize a window and I hope that inspires you to tackle DIY projects you think are impossible.&nbsp;</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="flooring">DIY Small Bathroom Flooring</h2>



<p>Moving on to the floor in my diy small bathroom remodel, I filled holes and imperfections in the floor with BONDO and screwed the subfloor into the joists to eliminate squeaks. After a thorough cleaning, two coats of primer were applied as well as a continuous bead of silicone around all the edges as extra insurance. I mixed up my self-leveling concrete, spread it around, and let it dry for twenty-four hours. </p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="722" src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Screenshot-2023-11-28-at-10.36.40-PM-1024x722.png" alt="diy small bathroom remodel self leveling concrete pour subfloor flooring" class="wp-image-5647" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Screenshot-2023-11-28-at-10.36.40-PM-1024x722.png 1024w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Screenshot-2023-11-28-at-10.36.40-PM-300x211.png 300w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Screenshot-2023-11-28-at-10.36.40-PM-768x541.png 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Screenshot-2023-11-28-at-10.36.40-PM-1536x1082.png 1536w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Screenshot-2023-11-28-at-10.36.40-PM-2048x1443.png 2048w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Screenshot-2023-11-28-at-10.36.40-PM-769x542.png 769w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<p>The floor turned out amazing and was stable and level enough for me to lay my flooring! I chose a <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/p/Lifeproof-Matlacha-Quartzite-12-MIL-x-12-in-W-x-24-in-L-Click-Lock-Waterproof-Vinyl-Tile-Flooring-23-8-sqft-case-I241809L/316527297?irgwc=1&amp;cm_mmc=afl-ir-1379587-456723-&amp;clickid=VZrUVhyl0xyPRO3XIcV5J3kyUkFXbQUIE36nwY0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow">luxury vinyl tile</a> that luckily was easy to install. I scribed the tile to go right up to the curved tub and left an expansion gap on the other three sides. Some cuts were very tricky but in the end, the floor turned out amazing!</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="beadboard">Beadboard Wall Treatment</h2>



<p>I applied my first waterproofing membrane to the shower drywall and a little beyond where splash-ups might happen to get in and out of the shower. I applied 3 coats of this until a thick layer was built up. Then I began cutting my materials for the wall treatment. The panels I chose looked like old-fashioned bead boards but were only 1/8” thick. I leveled them and nailed them to the wall paying attention to where the seam met between panels to continue the pattern. I sunk the screw heads so I could cover them with wood filler and make them disappear. After an hour of applying wood filler and caulk to all the seams, I could paint! The beautiful color I chose was <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&amp;redir_token=QUFFLUhqbjdDYVJxQjVIWVIzbTZsQm8tWFgwUkhOMzhZd3xBQ3Jtc0ttTDZfNTJQcllmQ1VOLUktcHRtRFJzZXJhLVFJWk9NaDBfUHo4dDBOSHllQlpCZUxzakNrY1NhTy10WGg3NW82TnN0MWpkYWhTMHAxQ2ItME9DMXNiUVV3MVdwNzVRVGltREI1VUhzZVJhV1NXaVZNZw&amp;q=https%3A%2F%2Ffave.co%2F3Dgtqmw&amp;v=UfOBlo-Csig" rel="sponsored nofollow">pigeon gray</a> by Dunn-Edwards DURA.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large is-style-default"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="739" src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Screenshot-2023-11-28-at-10.40.32-PM-1024x739.png" alt="diy small bathroom remodel beadboard wall treatment little shelf modern vintage cottage style " class="wp-image-5648" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Screenshot-2023-11-28-at-10.40.32-PM-1024x739.png 1024w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Screenshot-2023-11-28-at-10.40.32-PM-300x216.png 300w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Screenshot-2023-11-28-at-10.40.32-PM-768x554.png 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Screenshot-2023-11-28-at-10.40.32-PM-1536x1108.png 1536w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Screenshot-2023-11-28-at-10.40.32-PM-2048x1478.png 2048w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Screenshot-2023-11-28-at-10.40.32-PM-769x555.png 769w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<p>To seal everything, I used my fast-drying caulk on the baseboard seams and painted them. With the wall treatment done, I focused on the trim and installed my own little custom-built niche shelf. I also reinstalled the original toilet. </p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="vanity-up-cycle">Bathroom Vanity Upcycle</h2>



<p>I can&#8217;t believe I picked up this old vanity secondhand for only $40! This vanity had so much potential with a cultured marble top and a pretty faucet.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="912" height="1024" src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/IMG_1833-912x1024.jpg" alt="vintage vanity makeover" class="wp-image-5650" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/IMG_1833-912x1024.jpg 912w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/IMG_1833-267x300.jpg 267w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/IMG_1833-768x863.jpg 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/IMG_1833-769x864.jpg 769w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/IMG_1833.jpg 1200w" sizes="(max-width: 912px) 100vw, 912px" /></figure>



<p>I glued and nailed a piece of plywood to the unfinished side that would have been exposed in my bathroom layout. I used wood filler, sanded, primed then painted the whole piece with two coats of the color Shutters by Dunn-Edwards DURA. Once set in place, I decided the vanity was too low so I added in wood legs and stained them to match the home’s trim work. I maneuvered the vanity into place and added a toilet paper holder as well as large handles on the doors.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large is-style-default"><img decoding="async" width="1200" height="1600" src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/IMG_2966-edited-1.jpg" alt="diy bathroom remodel renovation " class="wp-image-5653" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/IMG_2966-edited-1.jpg 1200w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/IMG_2966-edited-1-225x300.jpg 225w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/IMG_2966-edited-1-768x1024.jpg 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/IMG_2966-edited-1-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/IMG_2966-edited-1-769x1025.jpg 769w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></figure>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="tilingthe-shower">DIY Bathroom Shower Tiling</h2>



<p>The last thing I did in my diy small bathroom remodel was tile the shower. To create my second waterproof membrane, I applied a <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&amp;redir_token=QUFFLUhqa1l4a2VHN2wxdG5DU013UjhIQm5YUENCcXJ3UXxBQ3Jtc0tsQ0wtRll1V1VSc0dLT2Ryc2FRN2cyWmtVd1YwOUF3QzNNeXZEem1WQUtDWEt6dGhHUHZhRG1vNElmdkN0Rnk3Mm81TG5Sb3hCT1NTNGdEdzRDRWc0QW9CcjN6NEFNMTBULTZxT1FULXJCNGUtN28zcw&amp;q=https%3A%2F%2Famzn.to%2F3PVunbp&amp;v=UfOBlo-Csig" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow">Musselbound</a> tile adhesive mat in a shower area. I had never tiled before and was meticulous planning out my start and stops everything looked even. I was extremely proud of how it turned out! <a href="https://homedepot.sjv.io/vNPaNN" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">This tile has a beautiful pearlescent glow and was extremely affordable</a>.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="finished-bathroom">The Finished Product</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large is-style-default"><img decoding="async" width="769" height="1024" src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/LH-bathroom-full-769x1024.png" alt="diy small bathroom style window in shower bathtub vanity toilet beadboard wall treatment lvp flooring tile surround" class="wp-image-5518" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/LH-bathroom-full-769x1023.png 769w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/LH-bathroom-full-225x300.png 225w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/LH-bathroom-full-768x1022.png 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/LH-bathroom-full.png 1088w" sizes="(max-width: 769px) 100vw, 769px" /></figure>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="1024" src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/IMG_3223-1024x1024.jpg" alt="pearl colored ivory tile shower surround tub bath tiling " class="wp-image-5654" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/IMG_3223-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/IMG_3223-300x300.jpg 300w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/IMG_3223-150x150.jpg 150w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/IMG_3223-768x768.jpg 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/IMG_3223-769x769.jpg 769w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/IMG_3223.jpg 1200w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<p>It&#8217;s incredible how far this space has come! The three months of hard work it took for me to get this bathroom renovation all brand new was so worth it!</p>



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<p>I hope you enjoyed reading about my DIY small bathroom remodel! If you want updates on my most recent remodels, click to <a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/WelcometotheWoodsBlog/videos" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">subscribe to my Youtube channel</a>. If you love this bathroom remodel and want to see more, check out the <a href="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/bathroom-renovation-final-reveal/">final reveal of the bathroom in my house!</a></p>



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<p>My 3/4 bathroom was very dysfunctional and cramped in my house. It was so small to the point when you sat on the toilet your knees would hit the door, and when you came out of the shower, you would be directly over the toilet. The countertop was also stained and cracking so I decided to do something about it. Check out my complete bathroom makeover in this video!</p>


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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Table of Contents</h2>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li><a href="#demo">Demolition</a></li>



<li><a href="#rebuilding">Rebuilding</a></li>



<li><a href="#before-and-after">Before and Afters</a></li>
</ul>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="demo">Demolition</h2>



<p>The first thing I needed to do was demolish the bathroom. I wanted to keep all the tile work and refinish the vanity so I had to be careful removing just what would be changed. I started by taking out the leaky shower including each of the walls connected to it. I proceeded to remove the plumbing fixtures so the plumber could come to reposition the toilet. I then stripped the paint from the vanity, sanded, whitewashed and put a clear coat of sealer on it. The cracked and stained old countertop also came out in preparation for adding a new one.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="rebuilding">Building it Back</h2>



<p>I had the plumber come to reposition the toilet and add a vent to the bathroom. My next step was to pull up the flooring so I could patch the old holes. I then cleaned up the subfloor and added supports to the holes left from the old plumbing. After laying quarter-inch plywood over my patch job I was ready to lay new adhesive and patch the floor. The flooring I used is the same <a href="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/luxury-vinyl-tile-new-flooring/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">glue-down luxury vinyl plank</a> I have throughout the rest of my house.  </p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="546" src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Screen-Shot-2022-01-16-at-10.53.29-AM-1024x546.png" alt="" class="wp-image-5072" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Screen-Shot-2022-01-16-at-10.53.29-AM-1024x546.png 1024w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Screen-Shot-2022-01-16-at-10.53.29-AM-300x160.png 300w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Screen-Shot-2022-01-16-at-10.53.29-AM-768x410.png 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Screen-Shot-2022-01-16-at-10.53.29-AM-1536x819.png 1536w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Screen-Shot-2022-01-16-at-10.53.29-AM-769x410.png 769w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Screen-Shot-2022-01-16-at-10.53.29-AM.png 1586w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<p>Once the flooring was complete, I installed fresh drywall where I took the old shower out. The next step was to set the new toilet in place. Once in place, I added new trim, a new door, and a new wall to make a closet. The closet was a fun built-in project made mostly from plywood. You can watch exactly how I made it <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=scVoGaQlVtA&amp;t=452s" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">in this video</a>. From there, I installed the new custom countertop and a <a href="https://amzn.to/3A7bKHu">new faucet</a>. Check out how to install your own solid surface vanity top <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=emzLfRVJ30M&amp;t=1s">here</a>.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="601" src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Screen-Shot-2022-01-16-at-8.11.18-PM-1024x601.png" alt="" class="wp-image-5073" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Screen-Shot-2022-01-16-at-8.11.18-PM-1024x601.png 1024w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Screen-Shot-2022-01-16-at-8.11.18-PM-300x176.png 300w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Screen-Shot-2022-01-16-at-8.11.18-PM-768x451.png 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Screen-Shot-2022-01-16-at-8.11.18-PM-1536x902.png 1536w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Screen-Shot-2022-01-16-at-8.11.18-PM-2048x1203.png 2048w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Screen-Shot-2022-01-16-at-8.11.18-PM-769x452.png 769w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<p>I then added new handles on the drawers of the vanity for a cleaner, more modern look. The look of my old backsplash did not fit the look of my new bathroom, so I primed and painted over the glass tile with a gloss black. In addition, I put a new <a href="https://amzn.to/3HrHrhb" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">light</a> and <a href="https://bit.ly/3FPCNt0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">mirror</a> on the finished backsplash. Above the toilet I constructed some easy modern shelves for storage and style! </p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="before-and-after">Before and After- Bathroom Makeover Reveal</h2>



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<p>I am so excited about the finishing result of this bathroom makeover! I turned cramped and dysfunctional into open and modern. </p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="625" src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Screen-Shot-2022-01-16-at-7.30.01-PM-1024x625.png" alt="" class="wp-image-5070" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Screen-Shot-2022-01-16-at-7.30.01-PM-1024x625.png 1024w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Screen-Shot-2022-01-16-at-7.30.01-PM-300x183.png 300w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Screen-Shot-2022-01-16-at-7.30.01-PM-768x468.png 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Screen-Shot-2022-01-16-at-7.30.01-PM-1536x937.png 1536w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Screen-Shot-2022-01-16-at-7.30.01-PM-2048x1249.png 2048w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Screen-Shot-2022-01-16-at-7.30.01-PM-769x469.png 769w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<p>It&#8217;s crazy how simply removing the leaky shower helped give the bathroom more functional space with a storage cupboard and a spot for the toilet where your knees don&#8217;t hit the door. </p>



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<p>In this bathroom makeover, these DIY shelves and cabinets add so much storage and character to this open space. Check out how to build a small closet with plywood <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=scVoGaQlVtA">here</a>.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="540" src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Screen-Shot-2022-01-16-at-7.30.45-PM-1024x540.png" alt="" class="wp-image-5071" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Screen-Shot-2022-01-16-at-7.30.45-PM-1024x540.png 1024w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Screen-Shot-2022-01-16-at-7.30.45-PM-300x158.png 300w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Screen-Shot-2022-01-16-at-7.30.45-PM-768x405.png 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Screen-Shot-2022-01-16-at-7.30.45-PM-1536x810.png 1536w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Screen-Shot-2022-01-16-at-7.30.45-PM-2048x1080.png 2048w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Screen-Shot-2022-01-16-at-7.30.45-PM-769x406.png 769w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<p>The old cracked and stained countertop needed to be replaced, and I am so excited for my brand new beautiful countertop and vanity!</p>



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<p>I couldn&#8217;t be happier with how this bathroom makeover turned out!! If you love it, leave a comment below! If you love this bathroom remodel and want to see more, check out the <a href="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/bathroom-renovation-final-reveal/">final reveal of the bathroom in my house!</a></p>



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					<description><![CDATA[<p>After teasing you with multiple glimpses of our finished bathroom, I am finally here with the bathroom renovation final reveal. In this post I&#8217;m going&#8230;</p>
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<p>After teasing you with multiple glimpses of our finished bathroom, I am finally here with the bathroom renovation final reveal. In this post I&#8217;m going to cover many of my design choices. If you&#8217;d like to see more specifics on the products I&#8217;ve chosen, see <a href="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/venica-60-modern-bathroom-vanity/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="this post (opens in a new tab)">this post</a> and <a rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="this post (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/bathroom-renovation-sneak-peak" target="_blank">this post</a>.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image"><img decoding="async" width="683" height="1024" src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/the-secret-to-modern-baseboard-trim-on-the-cheap-2-683x1024.png" alt="The calming color palette of this modern bathroom makes the space feel luxurious. White walls and trim highlight the subtle marble tile backsplash, gray washed teak wood vanity, and pops of matte black hardware throughout." class="wp-image-4332" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/the-secret-to-modern-baseboard-trim-on-the-cheap-2-683x1024.png 683w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/the-secret-to-modern-baseboard-trim-on-the-cheap-2-200x300.png 200w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/the-secret-to-modern-baseboard-trim-on-the-cheap-2-768x1152.png 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/the-secret-to-modern-baseboard-trim-on-the-cheap-2.png 800w" sizes="(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px" /></figure>



<p>To minimize the effect of the slanted ceilings, we had a wall built cutting off part of the room. On the long blank wall, I designed a hidden door with minimal hardware showing and ran <a href="http://homedepot.sjv.io/7D5QQ" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="towel hook racks (opens in a new tab)">towel hook racks</a>. </p>



<figure class="wp-block-image"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="683" src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/IMG_0549-1024x683.jpg" alt="Designing a room with slanted ceilings can be tricky." class="wp-image-4345" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/IMG_0549-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/IMG_0549-300x200.jpg 300w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/IMG_0549-768x512.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<figure class="wp-block-image"><img decoding="async" width="683" height="1024" src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/the-secret-to-modern-baseboard-trim-on-the-cheap-4-683x1024.png" alt="Our story and a half old house has slanted ceilings everywhere upstairs. To make the most of the space and minimize the effect of the slant, I used a few tricks..." class="wp-image-4334" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/the-secret-to-modern-baseboard-trim-on-the-cheap-4-683x1024.png 683w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/the-secret-to-modern-baseboard-trim-on-the-cheap-4-200x300.png 200w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/the-secret-to-modern-baseboard-trim-on-the-cheap-4-768x1152.png 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/the-secret-to-modern-baseboard-trim-on-the-cheap-4.png 800w" sizes="(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px" /></figure>



<figure class="wp-block-image"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="683" src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/IMG_0544-1024x683.jpg" alt="Matte black modern towel hook rack - I LOVE THIS!" class="wp-image-4343" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/IMG_0544-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/IMG_0544-300x200.jpg 300w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/IMG_0544-768x512.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<p>The vanity area was a challenge to design because the slant in the ceiling limited what we could do with the mirror. I decided to do an off-center sink, faucet, <a aria-label="mirror (opens in a new tab)" href="https://amzn.to/2SaY9LX" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">mirror</a> and <a aria-label="wall sconces (opens in a new tab)" rel="noreferrer noopener" href="http://shrsl.com/1exja" target="_blank">wall sconces</a> to make the slanted ceilings look better. This also gave us more counter space on the left side which is nice! Because our sink was off-center, we were limited to a vessel for plumbing. The <a href="http://homedepot.sjv.io/2P5OQ" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">vessel sink I chose</a> is minimalistic and blends in with our custom quartz countertop.&nbsp;</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image"><img decoding="async" width="683" height="1024" src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/modern-vanity-1-683x1024.png" alt="The perfect modern bathroom vanity with tons of storage, made of teak wood, gray wash neutral color with modern black hardware." class="wp-image-4308" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/modern-vanity-1-683x1024.png 683w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/modern-vanity-1-200x300.png 200w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/modern-vanity-1-768x1152.png 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/modern-vanity-1.png 800w" sizes="(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px" /></figure>



<figure class="wp-block-image"><img decoding="async" width="683" height="1024" src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/the-secret-to-modern-baseboard-trim-on-the-cheap-1-683x1024.png" alt="This modern, bright bathroom renovation is sure to inspire! Matte black hardware, circle mirror, teak vanity, marble tile, industrial lighting, quarts countertop, and more!" class="wp-image-4331" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/the-secret-to-modern-baseboard-trim-on-the-cheap-1-683x1024.png 683w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/the-secret-to-modern-baseboard-trim-on-the-cheap-1-200x300.png 200w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/the-secret-to-modern-baseboard-trim-on-the-cheap-1-768x1152.png 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/the-secret-to-modern-baseboard-trim-on-the-cheap-1.png 800w" sizes="(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px" /></figure>



<figure class="wp-block-image"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="683" src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/IMG_0560-1024x683.jpg" alt="Modern bathroom renovation final reveal vessel sink circle mirror" class="wp-image-4346" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/IMG_0560-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/IMG_0560-300x200.jpg 300w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/IMG_0560-768x512.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<p>A <a href="https://amzn.to/2SaY9LX" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="circle mirror (opens in a new tab)">circle mirror</a> also softened the look of the slanted ceilings and wall sconces allowed me to create eye-pleasing symmetry in the space. Our backsplash is a <a rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="large porcelain marble look tile (opens in a new tab)" href="https://bit.ly/2SaXMkx" target="_blank">large porcelain marble look tile</a> that I’m in love with! You might have watched <a rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="my video tutorial on how I grouted it myself (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.facebook.com/welcome2thewoods/videos/603239146804269/" target="_blank">my video tutorial on how I grouted it myself</a>! We installed the same tile above our tub shower surround, too.&nbsp;</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image"><img decoding="async" width="683" height="1024" src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/IMG_0517-683x1024.jpg" alt="Double curved shower curtain rod makes our tub shower surround feel like a luxury hotel" class="wp-image-4339" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/IMG_0517-683x1024.jpg 683w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/IMG_0517-200x300.jpg 200w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/IMG_0517-768x1152.jpg 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/IMG_0517.jpg 2000w" sizes="(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px" /></figure>



<figure class="wp-block-image"><img decoding="async" width="683" height="1024" src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/IMG_0529-683x1024.jpg" alt="Bathroom layout and design for modern, functional living" class="wp-image-4341" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/IMG_0529-683x1024.jpg 683w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/IMG_0529-200x300.jpg 200w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/IMG_0529-768x1152.jpg 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/IMG_0529.jpg 1200w" sizes="(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px" /></figure>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Modern Bathroom Renovation</h2>



<p>The faucets for the <a href="http://homedepot.sjv.io/eQK2g">sink</a> and <a rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="tub shower (opens in a new tab)" href="http://homedepot.sjv.io/99gj5" target="_blank">tub shower</a> were modern choices in a brushed nickel finish. I think they pair nicely with all the matte black hardware throughout the room &#8211; the <a rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="shower curtain rod (opens in a new tab)" href="http://shrsl.com/1exjg" target="_blank">shower curtain rod</a>, <a rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="towel hook racks (opens in a new tab)" href="http://homedepot.sjv.io/7D5QQ" target="_blank">towel hook racks</a>, <a rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="vanity pulls (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.libertyhardware.com/products/cabinet-hardware/liberty/curved-rectangle-cutout-6-516-160mm-cabinet-pull" target="_blank">vanity pulls</a>, <a rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="door knob (opens in a new tab)" href="https://amzn.to/2SiZu3c" target="_blank">door knob</a>, etc.&nbsp;</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image"><img decoding="async" width="683" height="1024" src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/IMG_0530-683x1024.jpg" alt="Brushed nickel faucets are easy to keep clean, a timeless soft finish, and come in modern styles!" class="wp-image-4342" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/IMG_0530-683x1024.jpg 683w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/IMG_0530-200x300.jpg 200w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/IMG_0530-768x1152.jpg 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/IMG_0530.jpg 1200w" sizes="(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px" /></figure>



<figure class="wp-block-image"><img decoding="async" width="683" height="1024" src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/the-secret-to-modern-baseboard-trim-on-the-cheap-3-683x1024.png" alt="Modern hardware finishes definitely include matte black. Paired with brushed nickel makes a nice contrast, especially offset my white with the sinks, counters, and shower surround." class="wp-image-4333" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/the-secret-to-modern-baseboard-trim-on-the-cheap-3-683x1024.png 683w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/the-secret-to-modern-baseboard-trim-on-the-cheap-3-200x300.png 200w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/the-secret-to-modern-baseboard-trim-on-the-cheap-3-768x1152.png 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/the-secret-to-modern-baseboard-trim-on-the-cheap-3.png 800w" sizes="(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px" /></figure>



<figure class="wp-block-image"><img decoding="async" width="683" height="1024" src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/the-secret-to-modern-baseboard-trim-on-the-cheap-6-683x1024.png" alt="A modern door knob choice in matte black with a lock for privacy not on the handle!" class="wp-image-4336" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/the-secret-to-modern-baseboard-trim-on-the-cheap-6-683x1024.png 683w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/the-secret-to-modern-baseboard-trim-on-the-cheap-6-200x300.png 200w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/the-secret-to-modern-baseboard-trim-on-the-cheap-6-768x1152.png 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/the-secret-to-modern-baseboard-trim-on-the-cheap-6.png 800w" sizes="(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px" /></figure>



<p>Our floor choice was <a href="http://homedepot.sjv.io/OarvW" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="luxury vinyl plank in a light grey (opens in a new tab)">luxury vinyl plank in a light grey</a>. I have faith it will withstand our bathroom because it is 100% waterproof! I made a <a rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="popular video on how to lay LVP flooring (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xgJPtgWX7TU&amp;t=3s" target="_blank">popular video on how to lay LVP flooring</a> you can watch to do it yourself! To finish off the floor, I installed simple white baseboard trim. To save money, I actually just bought pine 1 x 4’s and painted them! With some caulk applied to the seams and drywall mud to fill in nail holes, the trim ended up looking really amazing!</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image"><img decoding="async" width="683" height="1024" src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/the-secret-to-modern-baseboard-trim-on-the-cheap-683x1024.png" alt="We used 1 x 4 pine boards and sanded, primed, and painted them to use as trim. After some caulk in the seams and drywall mud to fill in nail holes, the trim looks AMAZING!" class="wp-image-4337" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/the-secret-to-modern-baseboard-trim-on-the-cheap-683x1024.png 683w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/the-secret-to-modern-baseboard-trim-on-the-cheap-200x300.png 200w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/the-secret-to-modern-baseboard-trim-on-the-cheap-768x1152.png 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/the-secret-to-modern-baseboard-trim-on-the-cheap.png 800w" sizes="(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px" /></figure>



<p>The finishing touches like plants, soft white rugs, and a clean white shower curtain added to the spa-like feel of our bathroom.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="683" src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/IMG_0545-1024x683.jpg" alt="Soft rug on your feet when you step out of the shower is the best feeling in the world!" class="wp-image-4344" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/IMG_0545-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/IMG_0545-300x200.jpg 300w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/IMG_0545-768x512.jpg 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/IMG_0545.jpg 1800w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<p>After two months of a lot of work, we finally have a modern bathroom I am completely thrilled with! I hope you love it as much as I do. Don’t forget to tell me your favorite part of the bathroom renovation in the comments! Please pin these images to inspire others with a modern aesthetic.</p>


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		<pubDate>Sun, 27 Jan 2019 20:46:02 +0000</pubDate>
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<p class="has-text-color has-small-font-size has-very-light-gray-color"><em>The links in our bathroom renovation sneak peak are affiliate links. This means I make a small commission from your purchase of these products with no extra cost to you! To read my full disclosures and policies, click </em><a href="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/policies/"><em>here</em></a><em>.</em></p>



<p>I am here today to show you more of our brand new bathroom! We received a few key pieces of our bathroom from eFaucets.com and I am sure you&#8217;ll love my choices. Today the bathroom renovation sneak peak will include the toilet area, the vanity lighting, and the shower space. Believe it or not, there&#8217;s even more to see (it&#8217;s a big room) so I will be showcasing the final reveal tomorrow! </p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Modern Kohler Toilet</h2>



<p>First off I want to show off our new throne. I had some specific requirements for the toilet we would buy and this one fit the bill for a very reasonable price. </p>



<figure class="wp-block-image"><img decoding="async" width="683" height="1024" src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/modern-bathroom-2-683x1024.png" alt="The perfect modern toilet is an understated aesthetic, a high-efficiency flush, and a stay clean bowl. Our bathroom renovation is complete with high-quality products like this Kohler toilet from eFaucets.com" class="wp-image-4321" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/modern-bathroom-2-683x1024.png 683w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/modern-bathroom-2-200x300.png 200w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/modern-bathroom-2-768x1152.png 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/modern-bathroom-2.png 800w" sizes="(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px" /></figure>



<ul class="wp-block-list"><li>Highly efficient &#8211; this one only uses 1.28 gallons per flush! Now that we pay for water (in our last house we had a well) this criteria was the most important to me.</li><li>Large bowl with a bulk flush option. You won&#8217;t catch me plunging anything.</li><li>Lower to the ground (18&#8243; tall) so it is easy for my little kids to use. </li><li>A modern shape with a handle that wasn&#8217;t ugly. Call me crazy, but I wanted the lines to look modern so it would fit the aesthetic of the whole room. You wouldn&#8217;t think there&#8217;d be that much variation in this realm of toilet shopping, but surprisingly there is! </li></ul>



<p>This modern <a href="http://shrsl.com/1exj7" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="toilet (opens in a new tab)">toilet</a> and <a rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="seat (opens in a new tab)" href="http://shrsl.com/1exir" target="_blank">seat</a> from Kohler fit the bill! </p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Modern Industrial Vanity Lighting</h2>



<p>The vanity lighting I picked was a more unique choice. I brought in some industrial flare to my modern design with these lights and I am very happy with how they look! </p>



<figure class="wp-block-image"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="683" src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/IMG_0541-1024x683.jpg" alt="A modern industrial wall sconce perfect for any room of the house! These affordable lights are matte black with brushed nickel, versatile with up or down mounting options, and take a normal light bulb so they're easy to maintain!" class="wp-image-4322" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/IMG_0541-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/IMG_0541-300x200.jpg 300w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/IMG_0541-768x512.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<p>My main criteria besides style for bathroom vanity lighting was that they would take normal bulbs. This way I could replace light bulbs whenever necessary and install LED&#8217;s without trouble.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image"><img decoding="async" width="683" height="1024" src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/modern-bathroom-1-683x1024.png" alt="The perfect modern industrial bathroom vanity lighting are these matte black wall sconces!" class="wp-image-4323" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/modern-bathroom-1-683x1024.png 683w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/modern-bathroom-1-200x300.png 200w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/modern-bathroom-1-768x1152.png 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/modern-bathroom-1.png 800w" sizes="(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px" /></figure>



<p><a href="http://shrsl.com/1exja" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="These wall sconces (opens in a new tab)">These wall sconces</a> I used as vanity lighting, but they would look great anywhere inside your home! I could envision them flanking a bed lighting up end tables and looking really beautiful. You can even mount these up or down &#8211; they are <em>so</em> versatile!</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Double Curved Shower Rod</h2>



<p>The last item I received from eFaucets.com is our shower curtain rod. I chose a <a href="http://shrsl.com/1exjg" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="matte black double rod (opens in a new tab)">matte black double rod</a> for a contrasting look against our white tub shower surround and marble look porcelain tile. Having the second rod gives me options for curtains and liners. Having the curved shape gives me more room in the shower. It&#8217;s a win all around! </p>



<figure class="wp-block-image"><img decoding="async" width="683" height="1024" src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/modern-bathroom-683x1024.png" alt="This modern bathroom renovation features a lot of white, airy and bright aesthetics with pops of black hardware. This double curved shower rod is exactly what I want in our tub shower surround!" class="wp-image-4324" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/modern-bathroom-683x1024.png 683w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/modern-bathroom-200x300.png 200w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/modern-bathroom-768x1152.png 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/modern-bathroom.png 800w" sizes="(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px" /></figure>



<p>You can watch this video to see a recap of all the products from eFaucets.com that make our bathroom function so incredibly well! If you want to shop these items (or pretty much anything else you might need for a kitchen or bathroom renovation), <a href="https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1198576&amp;u=1254595&amp;m=18654&amp;urllink=&amp;afftrack=" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="visit eFaucets.com (opens in a new tab)">visit eFaucets.com</a>. Thanks for visiting to see my bathroom renovation sneak peak.</p>



<p>Don&#8217;t forget to pin these images and let me know in the comments what you enjoyed best so far. I can&#8217;t wait to show you the final reveal tomorrow! <img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/1f642.png" alt="🙂" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /></p>


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<p>Also &#8211; side note. I feel incredibly blessed when I think about what I&#8217;ve been able to accomplish with this bathroom renovation. I think back to <a href="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/bathroom-redo-project-reveal/">the bathroom remodel I completed in our last house</a> and to say this one&#8217;s style, design, and end product is superior is such an understatement. Thank goodness my photography skills have improved since then, too! </p>



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		<pubDate>Sat, 05 Apr 2014 02:41:14 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Today is the day! I&#8217;ve shown the process I went through for my bathroom redo: first painting faux wainscoting, then adding color and reclaimed wood&#8230;</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="paragraph"><span style="font-size: large;">Today is the day! I&#8217;ve shown the process I went through for my bathroom redo: first <a href="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/bathroom-redo-create-faux-wainscoting/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">painting faux wainscoting</a>, then <a href="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/bathroom-redo-color-reclaimed-wood-shelves/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">adding color and reclaimed wood shelving</a>.</span> <span style="font-size: large;">Now it&#8217;s time to reveal the finished project&#8230;</span></div>
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<div><img decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-1455" src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/IMG_20140314_110318-661x1024.jpg" alt="teal bathroom redo for $27!" width="661" height="1024" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/IMG_20140314_110318-661x1024.jpg 661w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/IMG_20140314_110318-194x300.jpg 194w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/IMG_20140314_110318.jpg 826w" sizes="(max-width: 661px) 100vw, 661px" /></p>
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<div><img decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-1456" src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/IMG_20140314_110421-643x1024.jpg" alt="Bathroom redo teal wall color white wainscoting trim framed mirror" width="643" height="1024" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/IMG_20140314_110421-643x1024.jpg 643w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/IMG_20140314_110421-188x300.jpg 188w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/IMG_20140314_110421.jpg 788w" sizes="(max-width: 643px) 100vw, 643px" /></p>
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<div class="paragraph"><span style="font-size: large;">The last steps of this project were using wood trim to frame the mirror and add a chair rail to complete the faux wainscoting look. This is where I ran into many unforeseen delays and dilemmas. I almost gave up on the trim aspect of the project! But I&#8217;m glad I worked through it because these finishing touches are what really add elegance to the space.</span></div>
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<div class="paragraph"><span style="font-size: large;">Let&#8217;s look at some before and afters, shall we?</span></div>
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<div class="paragraph"><img decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-395 " src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/IMG_20140108_135309-225x300.jpg" alt="beige builder grade bathroom" width="319" height="425" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/IMG_20140108_135309-225x300.jpg 225w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/IMG_20140108_135309-768x1024.jpg 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/IMG_20140108_135309.jpg 960w" sizes="(max-width: 319px) 100vw, 319px" />  <img decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-397 " src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/IMG_20140314_110318-194x300.jpg" alt="Bathroom Redo teal white wainscoting" width="275" height="425" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/IMG_20140314_110318-194x300.jpg 194w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/IMG_20140314_110318-661x1024.jpg 661w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/IMG_20140314_110318.jpg 826w" sizes="(max-width: 275px) 100vw, 275px" /></div>
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<div class="paragraph">  <img decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-396 " src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/IMG_20140108_135407-225x300.jpg" alt="beige builder grade bathroom towel" width="319" height="425" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/IMG_20140108_135407-225x300.jpg 225w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/IMG_20140108_135407-768x1024.jpg 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/IMG_20140108_135407.jpg 960w" sizes="(max-width: 319px) 100vw, 319px" />  <img decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-398 " src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/IMG_20140314_110421-188x300.jpg" alt="A bathroom renovation for $27" width="266" height="425" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/IMG_20140314_110421-188x300.jpg 188w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/IMG_20140314_110421-643x1024.jpg 643w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/IMG_20140314_110421.jpg 788w" sizes="(max-width: 266px) 100vw, 266px" /></div>
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<div class="paragraph"><img decoding="async" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-1476" src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/IMG_20140226_162925-225x300.jpg" alt="IMG_20140226_162925" width="225" height="300" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/IMG_20140226_162925-225x300.jpg 225w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/IMG_20140226_162925-768x1024.jpg 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/IMG_20140226_162925.jpg 960w" sizes="(max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px" /> <img decoding="async" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-1484" src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/IMG_20140228_095300-225x300.jpg" alt="IMG_20140228_095300" width="225" height="300" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/IMG_20140228_095300-225x300.jpg 225w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/IMG_20140228_095300-768x1024.jpg 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/IMG_20140228_095300.jpg 960w" sizes="(max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px" /> <img decoding="async" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-1460" src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/IMG_20140314_110817-199x300.jpg" alt="IMG_20140314_110817" width="199" height="300" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/IMG_20140314_110817-199x300.jpg 199w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/IMG_20140314_110817-681x1024.jpg 681w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/IMG_20140314_110817.jpg 851w" sizes="(max-width: 199px) 100vw, 199px" /></div>
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<div class="paragraph"><span style="font-size: large;">So, let&#8217;s go through what this bathroom cost!</span></div>
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<div class="paragraph"><span style="font-size: large;">The shelving I made out of reclaimed wood I got for free off Craigslist. The shelving was cut to all different sizes and was already stained, so I did nothing to it except drill holes for the brackets. I had initially planned to paint them white, but there&#8217;s already enough white in my design, don&#8217;t you think?</span></div>
<div class="paragraph"><span style="font-size: large;">The metal brackets my parent&#8217;s picked up free with rebate from Menards and gave to me. The hardware to hang the shelves (anchors, washers, screws) cost a total of $9 (rounding up).<br />
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<div class="paragraph"><img decoding="async" class="aligncenter wp-image-1464 " src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/IMG_20140326_162308-688x1024.jpg" alt="reclaimed wood shelves teal bathroom" width="514" height="765" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/IMG_20140326_162308-688x1024.jpg 688w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/IMG_20140326_162308-202x300.jpg 202w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/IMG_20140326_162308.jpg 780w" sizes="(max-width: 514px) 100vw, 514px" /></div>
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<div class="paragraph"><span style="font-size: large;">The shelves are adorned with sentimental things. The picture frame I got for 50 cents at a garage sale. The glass container is an adorable vintage piece my neighbor gave me. The towels were $8 a piece and the white ones were 75 cents at a garage sale.</span></div>
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<div class="paragraph"><img decoding="async" class="aligncenter wp-image-1461" src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/IMG_20140314_110914-225x300.jpg" alt="towel, towels, bathroom storage, shelves, shelving" width="422" height="563" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/IMG_20140314_110914-225x300.jpg 225w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/IMG_20140314_110914-768x1024.jpg 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/IMG_20140314_110914.jpg 960w" sizes="(max-width: 422px) 100vw, 422px" /></div>
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<div class="paragraph"><span style="font-size: large;">The painting is the only artwork in my home I didn&#8217;t create myself. This piece was done by my talented sister, Christy. A few of my other sisters have matching paintings that connect as sort of a set.</span> <span style="font-size: large;">The ombre hand towels were from Target on clearance for $4. The blue glass bottle is an antique shoe polish bottle. I found it in the dirt of my flower garden on the farm I was raised. It&#8217;s from the late 1800&#8217;s.</span></div>
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<div class="paragraph"><img decoding="async" class="aligncenter  wp-image-1454" src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/IMG_20140314_110142-300x225.jpg" alt="shelf decor" width="553" height="415" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/IMG_20140314_110142-300x225.jpg 300w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/IMG_20140314_110142-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/IMG_20140314_110142.jpg 1280w" sizes="(max-width: 553px) 100vw, 553px" /></div>
<div class="paragraph"><span style="font-size: large;">This glass bowl is another piece from my neighbor. She was going to get rid of it and I loved it! The blue candle was $3 bought forever ago. The pillar candle was $2 at a garage sale and the ribbon was free. The last thing on my shelves is my silver make-up case which cost me $1 at a garage sale.</span></div>
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<div class="paragraph"><img decoding="async" class="aligncenter wp-image-1453" src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/IMG_20140314_110133-230x300.jpg" alt="wood glass bathroom shelf decor display" width="390" height="509" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/IMG_20140314_110133-230x300.jpg 230w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/IMG_20140314_110133-784x1024.jpg 784w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/IMG_20140314_110133.jpg 960w" sizes="(max-width: 390px) 100vw, 390px" /></div>
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<div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-thin"><span style="font-size: large;">Can you tell I went a little picture crazy on the shelves? They turned out just like I envisioned; they are my favorite part of the bathroom redo!</span></div>
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<div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-thin"><img decoding="async" class="aligncenter  wp-image-1463" src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/IMG_20140326_162300-218x300.jpg" alt="IMG_20140326_162300" width="427" height="588" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/IMG_20140326_162300-218x300.jpg 218w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/IMG_20140326_162300.jpg 696w" sizes="(max-width: 427px) 100vw, 427px" /></div>
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<div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-thin"><span style="font-size: large;">The other major costs were the wood trim. I got three 12 foot slats of trim for $13. I bought liquid nails to put them up and white caulk for the joints which totaled $4.50</span>. I cut them on my $80 table saw but we won&#8217;t go there. <a href="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/how-to-mix-a-custom-paint-color/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-size: large;">The paint color I mixed myself for free.</span></a> <span style="font-size: large;">The white paint and primer was also free from the HHW exchange facility. The bouquet of fake flowers on my vanity cost $3 at a consignment shop.</span></div>
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<div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-thin"><span style="font-size: large;">I did not replace the shower curtain or towel racks. My total for the room is <span style="font-size: x-large;"><strong>$56.75</strong></span>. And the total cost for my redo (excluding towel, decor items I already had, etc) is <strong>$26.50</strong>.<br />
I completely re-imagined and redid my bathroom for $27 dollars and a lot of DIY.</span></div>
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		<title>Bathroom Redo: Color &#038; Reclaimed Wood Shelves</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Melissa Woods]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sat, 29 Mar 2014 03:07:54 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>At this point in the bathroom redo, you&#8217;ve seen how I faked white wainscoting and made a mess of my bathroom. Today I reveal the&#8230;</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="paragraph"><span style="font-size: large;">At this point in the bathroom redo, you&#8217;ve seen how <a title="" href="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/bathroom-redo-create-faux-wainscoting/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">I faked white wainscoting</a> and made a mess of my bathroom. Today I reveal the bold color I chose for the upper part of the walls: teal!</span></div>
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<div><img decoding="async" class="aligncenter  wp-image-1484" src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/IMG_20140228_095300-225x300.jpg" alt="teal walls toilet bathroom" width="410" height="547" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/IMG_20140228_095300-225x300.jpg 225w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/IMG_20140228_095300-768x1024.jpg 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/IMG_20140228_095300.jpg 960w" sizes="(max-width: 410px) 100vw, 410px" /></p>
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<div style="text-align: center;">Wowza.</div>
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<div class="paragraph"><span style="font-size: large;">This snapshot is from when painting was all done. <a href="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/how-to-mix-a-custom-paint-color/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">I mixed this custom color myself</a>. But let&#8217;s take a step back and show some of the process:</span></div>
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<div class="paragraph">  <img decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-1481 " src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/IMG_20140227_152449-225x300.jpg" alt="IMG_20140227_152449" width="302" height="403" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/IMG_20140227_152449-225x300.jpg 225w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/IMG_20140227_152449-768x1024.jpg 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/IMG_20140227_152449.jpg 960w" sizes="(max-width: 302px) 100vw, 302px" />  <img decoding="async" class="  wp-image-1480 alignnone" src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/IMG_20140227_152437-225x300.jpg" alt="IMG_20140227_152437" width="302" height="403" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/IMG_20140227_152437-225x300.jpg 225w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/IMG_20140227_152437-768x1024.jpg 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/IMG_20140227_152437.jpg 960w" sizes="(max-width: 302px) 100vw, 302px" /></div>
<div class="paragraph" style="text-align: center;">Chairs work like step ladders, too.                                 What a change!</div>
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<div class="paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><strong>Great Tip</strong>: Paint in a W motion to get even paint coverage and avoid streaks. I&#8217;m not just being super proud of my last initial, paint in a W</span> <span style="font-size: xx-small;">(for Woods).</span></div>
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<div class="paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><img decoding="async" class="aligncenter  wp-image-1482" src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/IMG_20140227_154734-300x225.jpg" alt="Paint in a &quot;W&quot; motion for better coverage painting technique" width="456" height="342" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/IMG_20140227_154734-300x225.jpg 300w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/IMG_20140227_154734-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/IMG_20140227_154734.jpg 1280w" sizes="(max-width: 456px) 100vw, 456px" /></div>
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<div class="paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">So funny story, I kinda sorta did this bathroom redo without much input from my husband. In fact, no input. I had this vision and although I complained about how badly I wanted to change our bathroom to Stephen often, I didn&#8217;t really tell him any of my plans before I got started. So the day he came home and saw the wainscoting, he said &#8220;Woah, you&#8217;re redoing our bathroom.&#8221; And the day he came home and saw the first coat of teal paint on the walls he said, &#8220;What did you do? I hate it!&#8221; Well, needless to say, we then sat down and discussed all my further plans. The good news is that it was more of a shock than an actual dislike. Even when I got the second coat on, he was liking it much better. And when it was all finished, he really liked it. So, if you&#8217;re not digging this color I painted, just wait until you see the finished project! If you like this color, also check out my <a title="" href="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/house-tour/living-room/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">living room</a> with pops of teal.</span></div>
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<div class="paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><img decoding="async" class="alignleft wp-image-1488" src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/IMG_20140318_144022-copy-1024x692.jpg" alt="Use rubbing alcohol to remove dried paint on non porous surfaces" width="400" height="270" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/IMG_20140318_144022-copy-1024x692.jpg 1024w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/IMG_20140318_144022-copy-300x203.jpg 300w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/IMG_20140318_144022-copy.jpg 1707w" sizes="(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px" /><span style="font-size: large;"><strong>Great Tip:</strong> If you&#8217;re a messy painter, use rubbing alcohol to get paint marks off plastic and other non-porous surfaces. It works even if the paint is dried! The only thing this doesn&#8217;t work so well for is wood, like trim or cabinetry.</span></div>
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<div class="paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><img decoding="async" class="  wp-image-1483 alignnone" src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/IMG_20140228_095250-225x300.jpg" alt="IMG_20140228_095250" width="330" height="440" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/IMG_20140228_095250-225x300.jpg 225w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/IMG_20140228_095250-768x1024.jpg 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/IMG_20140228_095250.jpg 960w" sizes="(max-width: 330px) 100vw, 330px" />  <img decoding="async" class="  wp-image-1485 alignnone" src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/IMG_20140228_095309-198x300.jpg" alt="IMG_20140228_095309" width="290" height="439" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/IMG_20140228_095309-198x300.jpg 198w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/IMG_20140228_095309-675x1024.jpg 675w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/IMG_20140228_095309.jpg 844w" sizes="(max-width: 290px) 100vw, 290px" /></div>
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<div class="paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">Painting is all done! Now let me show you my beautiful shelves:</span></div>
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<div class="paragraph" style="text-align: left;"><img decoding="async" class="aligncenter  wp-image-1463" src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/IMG_20140326_162300-218x300.jpg" alt="IMG_20140326_162300" width="472" height="650" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/IMG_20140326_162300-218x300.jpg 218w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/IMG_20140326_162300.jpg 696w" sizes="(max-width: 472px) 100vw, 472px" /></div>
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<div class="paragraph"><span style="font-size: large;">These modern, funky shelves were my little brainchild after scoring this wood for free off Craigslist. I wanted to install them above the toilet, but I didn&#8217;t want to do the plain old two floating shelves of the same length directly above the stool. So I came up with this design where the shelves alternate walls in the corner above where the toilet sits. All three are slightly different lengths with the shortest one being the top. The white metal brackets were free with rebate from Menards.   </span></div>
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<div><img decoding="async" class="aligncenter  wp-image-1451" src="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/IMG_20140314_110042-225x300.jpg" alt="IMG_20140314_110042" width="422" height="563" srcset="https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/IMG_20140314_110042-225x300.jpg 225w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/IMG_20140314_110042-768x1024.jpg 768w, https://welcome-to-the-woods.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/IMG_20140314_110042.jpg 960w" sizes="(max-width: 422px) 100vw, 422px" /></p>
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<div style="text-align: center;">Some sentimental treasures on these shelves</div>
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<div style="text-align: center;">And some much needed extra storage!</div>
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<div class="paragraph"><span style="font-size: large;">This is all I&#8217;m going to show you for now. Stay tuned for the <a href="https://www.welcome-to-the-woods.com/bathroom-redo-project-reveal/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">end result</a>, it&#8217;s worth the wait!</span></div>
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Thank you for reading, especially to all my avid readers out there, you are really appreciated! </span></div>
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