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February 20, 2012 by Cassie 68 Comments

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Update:  I began this project for Lisa’s Before/After party and my before was the vanity, which I planned to paint.  One thing lead to another, and I worked on the rest and am sharing the whole thing at the after party!

Shine Your Light

I have been sharing with you some of the steps along the way in making over our guest bathroom.  I’ve shared the painted vanity as well as the silver leafed mirror.  Well last week I busted my butt (and maybe I should have been doing other things like laundry or cooking dinner…) to get the rest of the room painted- walls and trim to be exact.  And for the entire bathroom, I only had to purchase one gallon of paint.  For the vanity, I used paint left from my ombre dresser; and for the trim I was able to use left over “zinc” paint from my fireplace makeover.   For the walls, I purchased a gallon of Benjamin Moore’s Aura Bath and Kitchen paint in “Cotton Balls” in flat.  Beyond the paint the only items I purchased were a new toilet paper holder in brushed steel as well as a new window shade (which was chosen because it can hide only the bottom half of the window and was on clearance for $24.99 at Bed, Bath, and Beyond.  I also had Chris pick up a stainless steel IKEA shelf for $30, just as we had in our old master half bath.  So the total amount of money spent on this makeover was around $140.  Of course there are things like light fixtures, and eventually the tile surround that will be replaced as the years pass, but for now, this room is as good as it is going to get!  Do you remember where we started?

So as you can see, it was oak, oak, and more oak…. even the toilet seat!  (As a side note, we did buy a new seat as well, but that is something we do when we move into a “used” house.)  Do you want to see it now?  Here we go!

The view from the doorway

Check out the new NON-OAK TP holder

The View looking back at the door; Yes, I even painted the oak switchplates for now!

Here you can see the shade which hides the bottom half of the window.  We have neighbors up on a hill behind us which is why the bottom half is where privacy is needed.

This picture was taken before I added the TP holder, so ignore the toilet paper roll!  But here is the shelf with a gorgeous picture from a special friend, a seashell I found at the Salvation Army for 50 cents, and some bottles my mom gave me a few years ago.

Here is my old IKEA tray, with a soap dish my mom gave me and a hand towel.  We treat our guests to special Ivory soap. 🙂
So I worked hard last week, painting walls, sanding, priming, and painting the trim, hanging the shelf and the shade, but it was all worth it.  Here is how I feel about the bathroom now….

One day when I can afford it I will retile the tub area as well as get a new light fixture.  But for now, this bathroom gets one thumb up!  It would get two but I had to hold the camera, too. 🙂

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  1. jeannie maxwell says

    February 20, 2012 at 11:13 am

    That’s looks great! I’m still loving the vanity color. The trim color is awesome too. And the shower curtain! Great job. It’s so much work transforming a roOm…now kick your feet up and relax….before you’re on to the next project! : )

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  2. Mel says

    February 20, 2012 at 11:19 am

    Whoa Nelly! A great make-over Cassie.
    It’s hard to tell it’s the same room.

    It looks a lot bigger now too.

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  3. Anne @ Hello Newman's says

    February 20, 2012 at 12:27 pm

    looks great 🙂 love the vanity color!

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  4. Megan says

    February 20, 2012 at 12:28 pm

    Wow, you sure did bust your booty! That’s a whole lot of painting, but soooooo much better without that oak 🙂 You amaze me with your energy!

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  5. marty (A Stroll Thru Life) says

    February 20, 2012 at 12:32 pm

    It looks fabulous. I love it. The shade is perfect and I love the shelf. Great colors. Hugs, marty

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  6. A place 2 call home says

    February 20, 2012 at 12:33 pm

    Great job Cassie, I’m enjoying all the little details. I love white trim, but you did a really super job in the room, I could be converted : )

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  7. Cathy Wall says

    February 20, 2012 at 1:10 pm

    Buh bye oak, been nice knowin’ ya! Fantastic $140 makeover Cassie, a HUGE improvement! At my house we treat our guests to a similar high end soap, Dove!!!
    Cathy

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  8. Melissa at HOUSEography says

    February 20, 2012 at 1:13 pm

    Looks great!! Love the trim color!!!!

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  9. Maury Kilgo says

    February 20, 2012 at 1:26 pm

    Amazing job Cassie! I love the colors you chose. It looks like a completely different bathroom.

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  10. Andrea says

    February 20, 2012 at 1:41 pm

    Way to go girl! I love the painted trim and door. I’m itching to do that somewhere in my house. Now go rest!

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  11. Dana [email protected] Make Them Wonder says

    February 20, 2012 at 1:48 pm

    Super fun, Cassie. It looks amazing!

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  12. Katie @ Wildwood Creek says

    February 20, 2012 at 1:51 pm

    Love the changes on this great makeover!

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  13. Kelly @ JAX does design says

    February 20, 2012 at 1:56 pm

    Visiting from Met Monday…

    Oak is a nice enough wood, but oak overkill = not so good! You did a great job making over your guest bathroom 🙂 Paint is definitely your friend when you want to make over a room without spending a lot of money. Love the dark doors and trim, and that is the coolest shower curtain I’ve ever seen!

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  14. Tonya says

    February 20, 2012 at 2:14 pm

    Yay!! It looks awesome Cassie!!

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  15. Tiffany @ {Living Savvy} says

    February 20, 2012 at 2:40 pm

    Oh what a huge improvement! I love the curtain and the shelf! Oh and I want that striped tray!

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  16. Kathy says

    February 20, 2012 at 3:06 pm

    really cute curtain and accessories, great job!

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  17. Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co. says

    February 20, 2012 at 3:12 pm

    I think it deserves two thumbs up! I love the way it all relates to that fabulous statement shower curtain!

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  18. lemondropdreams says

    February 20, 2012 at 3:43 pm

    Everything looks SO great!!! I love the dark trim, turned out so good….

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  19. [email protected] says

    February 20, 2012 at 3:51 pm

    Way to go, Cassie! The bathroom looks great! The squid is happy, too, I can tell 😉

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  20. Twice Nice says

    February 20, 2012 at 4:08 pm

    Fantastic job! that is a seriously great makeover. You are inspiring me!

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  21. michelle says

    February 20, 2012 at 4:10 pm

    Beautiful job Cassie! I love the shelf above the toilet and your treasures!
    You are adorable girl!
    xoxox

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  22. Sarah says

    February 20, 2012 at 4:25 pm

    I love the transformation!! What a fun shower curtain! Great job!!

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  23. Kara @ June & Bear says

    February 20, 2012 at 4:46 pm

    i can’t believe how fast you move on these rooms. love the painted door and trim. it all looks great!

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  24. Michaela says

    February 20, 2012 at 4:57 pm

    Ah! It’s lovely! The shower curtain is just great- and the painted door and everything…so pretty! Good work, girl!

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  25. Bonnie says

    February 20, 2012 at 5:51 pm

    Your bathroom is so pretty! I love the way you decorated it.

    http://www.glamkittenslitterbox.com/
    Twitter: @GlamKitten88

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  26. Traci says

    February 20, 2012 at 6:22 pm

    Cassie, great job at de-oaking the bathroom. It looks great. Love the silvered mirror. I just have to do that to something in my house soon.
    Traci

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  27. Tammy @ Type A says

    February 20, 2012 at 6:24 pm

    i love the after! it looks amazing. the gray is perfect, and of course the decor is great too. you are so talented. xx

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  28. Carmel @ Our Fifth House says

    February 20, 2012 at 6:37 pm

    Girl you just proved that you can do SO much to improve a space with a small budget and a lot of hard work! It looks like a brand new bathroom! I LOVE the color you chose for the doors and walls. It’s so calm and serene and yet has so much personality! Now – you can come do my kids/guest bath – can you hear it screaming your name?! It needs so much help!

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  29. Gwen @ The Bold Abode says

    February 20, 2012 at 7:10 pm

    I’ll loan you both of my thumbs and that’ll make it three!

    Shazam to the tenth power, my friend!

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  30. the Turquoise Iris says

    February 20, 2012 at 7:20 pm

    Great way to give it a more modern look! Pat on the back, girl!

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  31. [email protected] says

    February 20, 2012 at 8:14 pm

    Love the color of the vanity! It looks great!

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  32. Allison says

    February 20, 2012 at 8:48 pm

    Yes, please come help me…my guest bath is calling your name as well! It looks fantastic, Cassie! A whole new bathroom. Love the colors you chose. Cute photo of you, too.

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  33. Carrie @ Hazardous Design says

    February 20, 2012 at 8:54 pm

    Wow! It’s gorgeous! Love that it makes such a bold statement, especially with that shower curtain. So cool!

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  34. Upscale Downhome says

    February 20, 2012 at 9:46 pm

    Now that’s a makeover budget I can afford. Love the gray trim and the octopus shower curtain and all your accessories. Lookin’ good!

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  35. S says

    February 20, 2012 at 9:51 pm

    Nicely done, and I too am a fan of that shower curtain. Good job.

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  36. Ali Richardson says

    February 20, 2012 at 10:08 pm

    WOWZA! I loooooove it!!! You did such a great job! Oh – and I sure how you saved those shutters for future projects….maybe even for May. hint hint. xoxo

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  37. Jessica says

    February 20, 2012 at 10:24 pm

    Beautiful, I wish my bathroom was that big (NYC tends to run on the VERY small side in apartments)

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  38. Katie says

    February 20, 2012 at 11:03 pm

    Look how much better it is without the wood! I love how it looks! Love the colors on the doors!!

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  39. Julia says

    February 20, 2012 at 11:10 pm

    love it!!!! bye bye ugly oak 🙂

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  40. Deb says

    February 20, 2012 at 11:43 pm

    Wow…looks great Cassie! I love your trim and door color and the cute shelf from Ikea…I may have to get one of those too! ~Deb~

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  41. [email protected] says

    February 21, 2012 at 12:37 am

    Awesome transformation Cassie! Do you not just love the power of paint???

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  42. Erin @ His and Hers says

    February 21, 2012 at 12:47 am

    That shower curtain is so fun! I can’t understand why you didn’t keep the oak toilet lid, though? 😉

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  43. DecorandtheDog says

    February 21, 2012 at 12:50 am

    It’s so pretty. It’s like the shower curtain was made for the room.

    I really like your choice for the trim color too. I’m going to mention it to the little brother and see if that can get him over the oak business.

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  44. The DIY Show Off says

    February 21, 2012 at 2:00 am

    Beautiful job, Cassie! (Not surprisingly!) You’re a pro when it comes to paint. I love how everything came together! Great job! 🙂

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  45. mapleandmagnolia.com says

    February 21, 2012 at 2:43 am

    Love it, Cassie. It looks so current and fresh!

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  46. Katie says

    February 21, 2012 at 3:11 am

    It’s amazing what some paint can do! That mirror looks fabulous too!

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  47. [email protected] Road says

    February 21, 2012 at 3:24 am

    It’s come a long way from it’s old oakiness! It looks fabulous, Cassie! The colors and the newer more modern touches really make it look like a whole new bathroom.

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  48. Good Time Charlie says

    February 21, 2012 at 3:58 am

    It looks fantastic! I really love the beach look, but a totally fresh and new take on it. I love that you painted the doors. That is something I think people don’t think of when doing a room, it adds a really fun extra pop of color. Now, just keep your kids out of there so it will stay “guest worthy”. I tried and failed and tried and failed to make my guest bath a no #2 zone from my son. I had to give up.

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  49. [email protected] of a craigslist junkie says

    February 21, 2012 at 5:18 am

    Love the colors–it’s a great update! The mirror turned out fabulous.

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  50. Amy ~ "A Perfect Tin" says

    February 21, 2012 at 11:22 am

    Wow! It looks awesome! I love the color you used for the doors and trim!

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  51. Laurie LW says

    February 21, 2012 at 12:42 pm

    Looks awesome as always- I tell you we have some similar tastes and ideas. My basement is rocking gray doors and trim, just haven’t revealed them yet.

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  52. Lisa Scibilia says

    February 21, 2012 at 1:04 pm

    The power of paint! It looks great Cassie – all your hard work was worth it!

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  53. Linda @ it all started with paint says

    February 21, 2012 at 2:43 pm

    Here, let me hold your camera so you can give it those two thumbs up! Amazing transformation …

    🙂

    Linda

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  54. laxsupermom says

    February 21, 2012 at 4:37 pm

    Beautiful update! It’s such a restful space now, and with so little invested, too! Great job! Thanks for sharing.

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  55. White Lacquer says

    February 21, 2012 at 4:47 pm

    Wow!!! It looks fantastic!! I’ve been trying to talk Joshy bobby into that shower curtain…..so far, he’s not going for it. Lucky!

    Xx. Patience

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  56. NameBrandFaucets says

    February 21, 2012 at 5:41 pm

    Supply is a great one-stop showroom for modern fixtures, and it’s designed for one-stop buying.

    Bathroom Fixtures

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  57. Kelly says

    February 21, 2012 at 5:47 pm

    That is a DRAMATIC difference! Great work, and I love that shower curtain!

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  58. Kate says

    February 21, 2012 at 5:57 pm

    Awesome work Cassie!! You cracked me up with the photo at the end haha. I seriously need to get to work on my bathrooms already!

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  59. Suzy www.savedbysuzy.blogspot.com says

    February 21, 2012 at 9:30 pm

    Your hard work made a BIG difference! My favorites are the painted vanity and I love that you painted the trim too. Of course, the shower curtain is pretty awesome too.

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  60. pam {simple details} says

    February 21, 2012 at 10:21 pm

    A perfect example of what hard work, paint and vision can do to totally update a space without spending $$$!! I love the color and the modern vibe the shelf adds!

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  61. Anita @ GoingALittleCoastal says

    February 22, 2012 at 1:40 am

    Wow Cassie, it really looks great! I love the art from your friend. Such a great print!

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  62. {Hi Sugarplum!} says

    February 22, 2012 at 3:21 am

    It looks great, Cassie! Love that smoky gray, and the shower curtain!

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  63. Julia @ 551Eastdesign says

    February 22, 2012 at 4:29 am

    Oh my goodness your shower curtain is what made me love your blog at the beginning! I had forgotten that was yours! I remember thinking “Anyone with a shower curtain that cool would be awesome to hang out with!”

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  64. Sherry @ No Minimalist Here says

    February 23, 2012 at 3:14 am

    Hi Cassie, Great transformation! The cabinets look great painted dark gray and I love the shower curtain. Thanks for linking your bath changes to the Open House party. xo, Sherry

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  65. [email protected] Not Included says

    February 23, 2012 at 4:48 am

    Awesome transformation!! That shower curtain and all the other details make such a difference.

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  66. Jacqueline says

    February 24, 2012 at 1:59 pm

    I love it! I really like the color of the trim and the door and how you painted the switch plates! Its so calming and lovely. I also like the IKEA shelf…great buy. Now I’m going to redo my guest bathroom again.

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  67. Comeca Jones says

    March 1, 2012 at 6:38 am

    Very nice I love the color you chose for the vanity.

    Reply

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