The average bathroom remodel costs between $6,500 and $11,600. With some sources stating as high as $16,000 as the average and as much as $30,000 for remodeling a higher end bathroom. Renovations can be extremely labor intensive with much of the cost going to plumbers and general contractors. There is a growing trend of DIY (do-it-yourself) projects as more people are looking to cut costs. Here are three simple steps to spruce up your bathroom.

Don’t Amend, Blend

If you find that re-tiling is out of the question, choose a color palette that coordinates with your existing tile. Although it may not be the color scheme of your choice, a coordinating bathroom is better than one that clashes. Finding a coordinating paint color is the easiest way to make your bathroom blend. This simple step will make your bathroom look like a right instead of unintentional wrong.

Bathroom coordinates like shower mats and fine Egyptian bath towels take your space the extra mile. For example, if you have sea green floor tiles and white wall tiles, go Spanish with a complimenting bath mat made of rich patterns. Simplify the palette with neutral Egyptian cotton towels.

Go Vain With a Vanity

Another great way to refresh your bathroom is to find a vanity that coordinates with the colors in the room. Home improvement stores offer affordable and versatile bathroom vanities for both the traditional and contemporary of hearts. They are also equipped with a pre-installed countertop allowing for more savings.

Metal Radiance

One of the final steps to completing your bathroom is to update all faucets and accessories (e.g. towel bars).  One of the simplest ways to do this is to purchase products in a set. Most bathroom vendors offer coordinating accessories to match their sink and shower faucets.