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bathroom renovation: it’s all in the details

It took just two weeks to transform my bathroom from a tired old space into one that’s fresh, clean and so much more modern. Not bad, eh? While most people will tell you that a renovation of any kind can be an enormous headache, complete with missed deadlines and unforeseen problems, mine, I’m lucky to say, moved along smoothly and quickly. The installation team from Home Depot was amazing and the quality of their work is visible even to the most untrained eye. I’m so thrilled with the results and am excited to start using my new bathroom. Here are some more photos:

bathroom renovation marble ledge bathroom renovation: its all in the detailsIf you’ve been following along with my story of this bathroom renovation, then you know that the marble for the shower ledge was the only real hold-up I encountered. But once the custom cut marble arrived and was installed, it was the perfect finishing touch. We installed the ledge because the standard size of new tubs is shorter than my original tub. But it’s a nice feature and provides storage for accessories, shampoo bottles, etc. The 3-inch by 6-inch subway tile from Home Depot is one of the most inexpensive tile options you can find and I love the clean, modern look.

bathroom renovation accessories bathroom renovation: its all in the detailsThese apothecary accessories (stoneware with silver-plated trim) from Canadian Tire are the perfect match for my bathroom. At $12.99 apiece, they’re also the perfect price!

bathroom renovation mirror bathroom renovation: its all in the detailsAccessories like this mirror (HomeSense, $23) and painting (Home Outfitters, $39.99 were inexpensive finds. I opted for a glass vessel sink from Home Depot ($69). The paint colour (Elusive Blue, Olympic Paints) adds a soft, restful and feminine touch to the space.

bathroom renovation shower curtain bathroom renovation: its all in the detailsI chose a simple white shower curtain with grosgrain ribbon detailing from the Gluckstein Home collection (Home Outfitters, $39.99) and the small medicine cabinet (Home Depot, $89) provides hidden and much-needed storage in my small bathroom.

bathroom renovation shower ring bathroom renovation: its all in the detailsInstead of boring old shower curtain rings, I chose brushed stainless steel rings (Home Outfitters, $22.99) that look like oversized buttons. It’s a small detail that adds some visual interest to the shower curtain. I also opted for a curved shower curtain rod that makes my tub feel three times larger than it is. It’s nice not to have my shower curtain pawing at me when I’m taking a shower and I highly recommend trying one in your bathroom!

Click here to check out the before pictures. What do you think of the transformation?

benjamin moore aura bath & spa

When it’s time to paint the bathroom, we all know that only high-gloss finishes will do, right?

Benjamin Moore is out to bust that myth, with a new matte finish paint that locks out moisture — Aura Bath & Spa. Combining the performance of high-gloss (resistance against streaks and water spots) with the softer look of a matte finish, the new formula leaves us with only one problem — which of the 1,800 paint colours to pick for a home spa makeover?

On hand to help choose your hues is Benjamin Moore’s colour expert, Sharon Grech. “The cool palette of blues, greens and watery hues is, of course, a popular choice for creating a calming and serene setting,” Sharon says. “Think about using the warmer end of the spectrum — yellows, oranges and pinks — if you want a room that wakes up the senses and is more stimulating and lively.”

To show the difference colour can make, Sharon whipped up these options for us to ogle… 

 

HOME SPA – Zesty zen or warm and buttery?

Zesty Zen Option

Walls: Pale Iris 2073-60

Ceiling: Lavender Mist 2070-60

spa pale iris benjamin moore aura bath & spa

 

OR…

Warm & Buttery Option

Walls: Sundance 2022-50

Ceiling: Celery Ice 2030-60

 

spa sundance benjamin moore aura bath & spa

 

 

 

 

 

RELAXING RETREAT – Energetic or Ocean-inspired?

Energetic option:

Walls: Pumpkin Blush 2156-20

Ceiling: Italianate AF-215

retreat pumpkin blush benjamin moore aura bath & spa

 

OR…

Ocean-inspired option:

Walls: Blue Seafoam 2056-60

Ceiling: Luxe AF-580retreat blue seafoam benjamin moore aura bath & spa

 

 

 

 


 

HIS & HERS BATH – Refreshing mint or neutral ground?

Refreshing Mint option:

Walls: Seedling AF-450

Dressing room storage: Sparkling Sun 2020-30

his hers seedling benjamin moore aura bath & spa

 

OR…

Neutral Ground Option

Walls: Amsterdam AF-550

Dressing Room Storage: Blue Pearl 890

his hers amsterdam benjamin moore aura bath & spa

Aura Bath & Spa paint, Benjamin Moore, 800-361-5898Â