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A Weekend Warrior's Guide to a Small Bathroom Renovation A small bathroom renovation isn't something that takes weeks to be as chaotic as you think. If you have a great idea, a budget, and a limited amount of time, you can make your small area look dated to dazzling. This is your weekend battle plan, step-by-step. Prep Work (A Task to be completed before Friday) The key to success is planning. Order all materials (paint, fixtures and vanity and hardware) weeks ahead of time. Make sure the goods are received and undamaged. Collect tools: drill, adjustable wrench, caulk gun, painter's tape and safety equipment. --- Saturday: Demo and Base Layers * **Morning: Out with the Old (8:00 AM – 12:00 PM)** Turn off the water shut-off valves. Take away the previous mirror, hardware and vanity. If replacing the toilet, empty it thoroughly, remove the toilet from the floor by unscrewing the floor bolts and lifting it up. Cover the open end of the drain pipe with a rag to prevent sewer gases from escaping. Pick up all trash as soon as it gets put out. * **Afternoon: Prep and Paint (1:00 PM – 5:00 PM)** Close any holes in the drywall with quick dry spackle, sand them smooth and clean the wall. Use painter's tape to secure the trim. If you have a small bathroom, a new version of paint that resists water in light color (such as soft white or pale gray), will instantly make your bathroom feel twice the size. Wait 2 hours after the first coat and apply the second. * **Evening: Install the Vanity (6:00 PM – 9:00 PM)** Put your new vanity together. Place it up against the wall, level it and attach it to the wall studs. Attach the new faucet to the vanity sink before mounting the sink to the cabinet; it will be easier to do from above. Use silicone caulk to hold the sink top in place. --- ### **Sunday: Plumbing and Styling** * **Morning: Connections and Throne (9:00 AM – 1:00 PM)** Hook up the vanity water lines and drain trap. Then, place a new toilet (or old toilet) onto your new wax ring. When tightening the bolts, do it slowly so as not to crack the porcelain. Reopen the water main and thoroughly inspect all connections for leaks. * **Afternoon: The Details (2:00 PM – 6:00 PM)** Hang up the new mirror (preferably a large one to bounce the light around the room). Change out old light fixtures (shut off the electrical switch first!). Replace old towel rails, washable toilet paper dispensers and cabinet handles with a consistent, contemporary hardware style (such as matte black or brushed brass). Evening: clean and style Remove old tub caulk and re-caulk with a new and clean bead of silicone. Place a fluffy bath mat, hang fresh towels and add a small plant. All of this will make your cramped up and outdated bathroom look like a stylish and functional oasis by Sunday night—and in just one weekend.

How to Plan an Small Bathroom Renovation — a Weekend Warrior Guide You can refresh a little restroom without weeks of pandemonium in your home. With a plan, budget and 48 hours of concentrated work you can easily refresh your small space from drab to fab! This is your weekend strategy in 6 simple steps. The Preparation (Do It Before Friday) Success lies in preparation. Order materials—paint, fixtures, vanity and hardware up to weeks early. Everything is delivered and all of it untouched. Tools: You will need a drill, adjustable wrench along with caulk gun and painter tape. Saturday: Demo-focused and Base-Layers Morning: Out with the Old (8am — 12pm) Shut off the water valves. Demo the old mirror, hardware and vanity. For you to replace the toilet, set up an towel and toiletries with decor where it needs drain perpendicular bend along your mountain unfasten elegant joints on both soil release base floods armchair lift. Vacuum up the microbes in your soil and seal that open drain pipe with a rag to keep any sewer gases from leaking into your home. Everything trash related is bagged up right away to keep your workspace clear. Prep and Paint (1:00 PM – 5:00 PM) Use quick-dry spackle to fill any gouges, and sand smooth. Put painter's tape on the trim. A simple layer of moisture-resistant, semi-gloss paint in a pale hue (soft white or light gray works wonders) will make an otherwise small bathroom feel twice the size. Do one layer, wait two hours and do a second coat. STEP 2: Install the Vanity (6 PM -9PM) Assemble your new vanity. Place it against the wall and level, then attach to the studs in your walls. Put the new faucet onto your vanity sink before putting it in place on top of the cabinet; its so much simpler this way than getting underneath. Seal off the sink top using silicone caulk Sunday: Plumbing and Styling 9:00 AM to 1 PM -> Connections and Throne (Morning) Connect water lines vaq0002z 0e drain trap to the vanity. Then you are going to install your new toilet (or put the old one back on) with a new wax ring. Cautiously tighten the bolts to avoid cracking of porcelain. Turn back on the water main and check all connections for leaks very thoroughly. Afternoon The Details (2:00 PM – 6:00 PM) Put up your new mirror – or at least the giant scoreboard for these lights! Update old light fixtures (be sure to flip the breaker first!) Alloy all old towel bars, bathroom paper holders and cabinet pulls with matching drapery (matte black or brushed brass will do the work). Evening: Clean and Style Remove old tub caulk and apply a new clean bead of silicone. Place a nice fluffy bath mat down, hang some new towels and place an indoor tree. In just one weekend, by Sunday night your tiny, dingy bathroom will become a stylish finishing touch that is also functional.

**The Weekend Warrior’s Handbook to Giving a Small Bathroom a Makeover.** A small bathroom renovation doesn’t necessarily take weeks. If you have a plan and a budget, along with 48 hours of solid work, your small space can go from dated to dazzling. Here is your battle plan for the weekend ### The Preparation (Do Before Friday) Preparation leads to success. Order all materials, including paint, fixtures, vanity, and hardware, weeks ahead of time. Make sure everything is delivered in one piece. You need the following tools and supplies: drill, adjustable wrench, caulk gun, painter’s tape, and safety gear. ---. ### Demo and base layers on Saturday. - Morning: Getting rid of the old (8:00 AM – 12:00 PM) Turn off the water valves. Take away outdated mirror, hardware, and vanity. When the toilet is to be replaced, you want to drain it a hundred percent, unscrew the floor bolts and lift it out. To prevent sewer gas from coming in through the opening, block it with a rag. Immediately bag all trash to keep the area clear. - Afternoon work session, preparing and painting (1.00 until 5.00) Using quick-dry spackle, patch, sand and wipe that smooth from the drywall holes on the walls. Use painter's tape on the trim. With a coat of fresh moisture-resistant sheen paint in a light colour (think white or pale grey), a small bathroom will feel double its size. Let the first layer dry for 2 hours, then apply two. - Add the vanity in the evening time from 6P to 9P. Put together your new vanity. Hold it against the wall and make sure it’s level, then secure it to the studs. Put in place the new faucet on the sink of the vanity cabinet *before* installing the sink on the cabinet; it will be much easier rather than doing so from the bottom. Fasten the sink top with silicone caulk. ---. ### Plumbing and Styling on Sunday. - Use your throne to connect with your morning. Connect the water supply lines and drain trap of the vanity. Following that, use a new wax ring to install a new toilet or reuse the old one. When you are putting on the nuts, apply light force, or else the porcelain may crack. Check the fittings for leaks and turn the water main back on. - Afternoon Activities: The Details (2:00 PM – 6:00 PM). A larger mirror is ideal to hang on wall to reflect more light. Change out old light fixtures (make sure to switch the breaker off first!). Update your old towel bars, toilet paper holders, and cabinet pulls with a new more cohesive look with updated hardware (matte black or brushed brass). - Evening Clean and Style. Remove the oldest caulk from your bathtub before using silicone again. Put a cozy bath mat on the floor, fresh towels on the rack, and a small plant on the counter. Your cramped, outdated bathroom will be a stylish, functional oasis on Sunday night, all in just one weekend.

**The Weekend Warrior’s Guide to a Small Bathroom Renovation** Renovating a small bathroom does not have to take weeks of chaos. With a tight plan, a budget and 48 hours of hard work you can transform a cramped outdated space into a stylish and functional room. Below is a step by step guide on how to complete a bathroom renovation in a weekend. ### **The Prep Work (Do This Before Friday)** The bulk of your materials such as paint, fixtures, vanity and hardware need to arrive well in advance of your weekend, and it is smart to double check for any damage prior to your work starting. Other than that you will need a wide variety of standard tools. The bulk of this will consist of a drill, adjustable wrench, caulk gun, painter’s tape, safety glasses and gloves, among others. --- ### **Saturday: Demo and Base Layers** * **Morning: Out with the Old (8:00 AM – 12:00 PM)** First switch off the water supply for the sink, and clear out the old mirror, fixtures and fittings from the sink, plus the old vanity unit. For the Toilet: fully flush it first. Then lift off the seat, and pull off the washer nuts from the toilet flange in the floor. Lift the Toilet off, and pull it clear of the drain pipe. Use a Rag to seal the open end of the pipe to prevent any noxious sewer gases entering your workplace. Throw all old debris in trash bags to clear floor space. * **Afternoon: Prep and Paint (1:00 PM – 5:00 PM)** Make any repairs to the walls (e.g. drywall patching) to prepare surfaces for paint. Apply paint and allow two hours to dry. Apply second coat of paint and then remove painter’s tape from edges. * **Evening: Install the Vanity (6:00 PM – 9:00 PM)** Make a flat surface first by assembly of the vanity parts in factory folded positions. Put the vanity against the wall with levelling shims if necessary and attach it to the studs using screws or bolts supplied. Using your diverse set of tools to your hand; proceed to connect the faucet to the new sink on the top of the vanity first. This is an easier task than reversing the sink. With pliers of the correct type (wrench), spread and fix the silicone caulk around sink’s top edge to ensure watertight seal. --- ### **Sunday: Plumbing and Styling** * **Morning: Connections and Throne (9:00 AM – 1:00 PM)** First connect the vanity’s water supply lines along with the drain line for the vanity. Install the new bathroom toilet (or re-install the existing toilet), using a fresh wax ring on the bottom of the toilet to seal the connection to the floor. Also, be sure to tighten the toilet’s bolts to the toilet against the wall very slowly and gently to avoid any cracking of the toilet’s porcelain. Turn on the water main and check the connections for any signs of leaks. * **Afternoon: The Details (2:00 PM – 6:00 PM)** Great bathroom mirrors are large to reflect light around the room and bring in a decorative touch. This is a simple task that typically involves removing old fixtures and making room for the new ones after they arrive at your home. Remember to always turn off the power to the fixtures at the breaker before starting work. Outdated towel bars, toilet paper holders and cabinet pulls can often be replaced with modern and coordinating fixtures such as black or brushed metal in order to bring a fresh, up-to-date look to the bathroom. * **Evening: Clean and Style** Scratch old caulk from tub, showers and sinks. Clean up area completely and reapply fresh new caulk. Throw down plush new bath mat and store fresh clean towels. Bring in a little greenery with a small new plant. Your cramped and outdated bathroom will be beautifully remodeled by Sunday night. All work was completed in just one weekend!

‘The Weekend Warrior’ Guide to Small Bathroom Remodel **Weekend warriors: we have a solution that will cure your cramped bath-ette without wrecking your whole weekend. In just 48 hours you can renovate your frustratingly tiny bathroom from drab to dazzling with a detailed game plan, a firm budget, and some serious DIY grit. Follow this battle plan for a weekend bathroom remodel. ** Plan of Attack: The Prep Work (Complete BEFORE Friday) You can’attack a remodel without a battle plan. Having everything you need picked out and on-order weeks ahead of time will ensure your project stays damage-free and on-budget. Schedule deliveries so that all of your materials will arrive by Thursday evening. (Paint, fixtures, vanity, hardware, etc.) You’ll also need to grab tools you already own (or pick up) a drill, adjustable wrench, caulk gun, painter’stape, and safety glasses. Saturday: Demo &/Base Layers 8:00AM – 12:00PM: Demolish! * Turn off the toilet and sink water valves. Remove the mirror, hardware, and vanity. If you’re installing a new toilet, empty the tank and bowl, unscrew the bolts attaching it to the floor, and lift it out (towel may help to grip the smooth porcelain). Plug the hole in your drain pipe with a rag (this keeps sewer gases from escaping) and bag all your trash. *Note* Before you rip everything out, consider taking photos for when you’come to style the bathroom later. You’ll need these for your mirror and electrical wiring locations. 1: 00PM – 5:00PM: Prep Time* Fill any drywall holes with quick drying spackle. Lightly sand and wipe away dust. Apply painter’stape to any trim you’like to avoid painting the edges. Paint! Washrooms are small. Just slap on one semi-gloss, moisture resistant coat of paint in a light color (we love cool whites and greige!) and watch your small space seem twice as big. Apply your first coat, wait two hours, then apply your second. 5:00PM – 9:00PM: Vanity Installation* Assemble your vanity. Dry fit it against the wall and make sure it is level. Secure it to your wall studs. Attach your new faucet to the vanity sink PORTABLE.BUILT-IN before securing it to the cabinet. Add your sink top and secure with silicone caulk to seal. Sunday: Plumbing and Finishing Touches 9:00AM – 1:00PM: Pipes and Thrones* Install your vanity water lines and drain trap. Install your new toilet (or reinstall your existing toilet) using a new wax ring. Tighten the toilet bolts carefully – you don’t want to crack your toilet! Turn the water main back on and check all connections for leaks. 2:00PM – 6:00PM: Everything else. * Hang that mirror up (get a big one to maximize light!) Replace outdated light fixtures (turn off your breaker first!) and install new hardware. Make sure your towel bars, toilet paper holders, and cabinet pulls all match and are modernized. We suggest matte black or brushed brass. 7: 00PM: Cleaning and Styling* Remove old tub/caulk and install new bead of silicone. Add a cushy bath mat, some fluffy towels, and don’t forget a plant. The Jungle Book ain’t got nothing on you. There you have it. You’ve learned how to remodel your bathroom in just one weekend. You’re welcome.

The Weekend Warrior's Guide to a Tiny Bathroom Remodel You don't have to spend weeks taking on a small bathroom remodel! Following a carefully laid out plan, budget, and allotting 48 hours dedicated to DIY will allow you to transform a tiny space from outdated to stunning! Here's your step-by-step battle plan for the weekend! * # The Prepwork (Do this before Friday) Success hinges upon being well-prepared. Order all materials from paint to hardware, vanity and fixtures, weeks in advance; that way every bit of your bathroom renovation material will be delivered and ready. Collect your tools: a drill, an adjustable wrench, caulk gun, painter's tape and appropriate safety equipment. * # Saturday: The Demo and Base Layers * Morning 8:00AM – 12:00PM : Out With the Old Turn the water valves off to the bathroom. Carefully take out the existing mirror, fixtures, vanity, and cabinet doors. If you plan on replacing your current toilet, completely drain all the water in the toilet. Remove all the bolts and screws holding the toilet down and pull the old unit out. Plug the opening with a piece of rag in order to avoid sewer gases from backing up into the room. Immediately gather the removed elements and seal them in a garbage bag so your workspace is kept clean. * Afternoon 1:00PM – 5:00PM : Paint and Preparation Any damaged drywall that will remain will need to be patched with a quick dry spackling compound. Once patched and dry, lightly sand down the drywall. Wipe down the walls to clear all dust. Apply painter's tape to any edges on the door frame and trim where paint is not desired. The most crucial element to painting any small bathroom that tends to feel overcrowded is the color choice; choose a semi-gloss, water-resistant, light color for an instance feeling of double the space-or anything light colored like soft white or powder gray. Paint walls with first coat and let dry two hours then apply a second coat. * Evening 6:00PM – 9:00PM: Sink Installation Assemble your vanity (prepping the water lines will be handled tomorrow!). Install your new faucet into your new vanity prior to screwing down your new sink to the vanity- much easier to do it from underneath then when the sink is already attached to a piece of solid furniture, and thensecure sink top to cabinet with silicone caulk. Position the vanity where you would like and anchor with wall screws. * # Sunday: Plumbing and Embellishments * Morning 9:00AM - 1:00PM: Water Works and Throne installation This will cover the vanity's plumbing. Simply connect the new water supply lines to the existing pipes (if they were updated as well, also include that in the scope). Don't forget the water trap between your vanity sink and the plumbing pipes in the wall. Replace the old toilet with the new one (using a fresh wax ring so it seals appropriately with the pipe) and gently bolt it down to the flange to avoid breaking porcelain. Turn on your main water supply at this time and watch to make sure all your new plumbing hookups are tightly connected and there are no leaks. * Afternoon 2:00PM – 6:00PM: Final Touches Hang your new mirror in its ideal location, placing an over sized mirror is always a great idea when working on small bathrooms in order to reflect light! Install a new, attractive light fixture by first shutting off the electrical breaker connected to that fixture. Replace outmoded towel bars and toilet paper holders with trendy new ones such as brushed brass or matte black fixtures and all cabinet door handles/knobs to match. * Evening: Polish Off Scrape away old bathtub caulk, apply new white silicone and smooth out evenly with your finger. Lay down a comfy bath mat and put out fresh bath towels to complete a spa feel for your refreshed sanctuary! By Sunday night, you'll have a stunning, newly renovated small bathroom thanks to a solid plan and a dedicated weekend!

A Small Bathroom Renovation It is possible to renovate your small bathroom in just a weekend. With a good plan and an efficiently managed budget, you can make the 48 hours after work on Friday and before work on Sunday enjoyable, knowing you have upgraded your dated bathroom. Here is your plan. Prep Work (To Do Before Friday) Success is in the details. Plan ahead and order all the new materials for your bathroom. Give yourself plenty of time to make sure everything is delivered and nothing is damaged. Gather your tools. Saturday Demo and Base Layers Morning: Demo (8:00 AM - 12:00 PM) The first step in any bathroom renovation is shutting off the water. From there you can remove all the hardware and the vanity. If you are replacing the toilet, you will need to drain it and remove it the same way you would any other fixture. Be sure to seal the drain with a rag to prevent sewer gas from escaping. As you remove each piece, be sure to dispose of the bagged trash to keep your work area clear. Afternoon: Base Coat (1:00 PM - 5:00 PM) Once all the old hardware is removed, you can prepare the walls for paint. Any minor drywall holes can be patched with spackle and sanded smooth. Give the walls a final swipe with a damp cloth to remove any dust. With a small bathroom, a fresh coat of paint can make a big difference. A good choice would be a light color to give the illusion of more space. With two coats, paint will be dry and ready for the weekends use. * **Evening: Install the Vanity (6:00 PM - 9:00 PM)** With the help of a friend, assemble your new vanity. With it against the wall, check if it is level and secure it to the wall studs. It is easier to install the faucet from the top. Once it is installed, secure the sink with silicone caulk. --- **Sunday: Plumbing and Styling** **Morning: Connections and Throne (9:00 AM - 1:00 PM)** Install the vanity water lines and drain trap, then reinstall your toilet (or install a new one) with the new wax ring. Tighten the bolts on the toilet loosely to avoid cracking the porcelain, and check all connections for leaks once the water main is turned on. **Afternoon: The Details (2:00 PM - 6:00 PM)** A large mirror can really open up the space and bounce light around the room. Replacing your dated light fixtures can also really improve the look and feel of your bathroom. swap out old hardware with new, cohesive hardware throughout the bathroom. **Evening: Clean and Style** Remove old tub caulk and mold, then ad a fresh, clean bead of silicone. Add a plush bath mat, and some towels and a plant to your new, improved bathroom! In one weekend you can have a beautifully functional bathroom again!

Remodeling a small bathroom in a weekend may seem impossible, but if you follow the right steps, the project won’t take more than 48 hours to complete. First, prepare and plan before you get started. This will make the entire process quicker and smoother. For example, it helps to order all necessary materials (paint, fixtures, vanity, etc.) a few weeks ahead of the start of the project. When they arrive, inspect them to make sure nothing was damaged in shipping. Get all the necessary tools, including a drill, a caulk gun, painter’s tape, an adjustable wrench, and safety supplies. Now that you’re ready to get started, here’s a weekend schedule you can follow to renovate your small bathroom: Saturday morning: Turn off the water valve, remove the old fixtures, mirror and vanity, and haul them to the curb. If you can, remove the toilet, as well. (If you remove the toilet, make sure it’s completely drained of water. Unbolt it from the floor, and plug the drainpipe with a rag to prevent sewer gas from escaping.) As you remove things, put trash into garbage bags so you have an open, clear work space. Saturday afternoon: If there’s any damage to the drywall, patch the affected spots with quick-dry spackle. When it’s dry, sand down the patches and vacuum up the dust. Then, paint the walls two coats of a moisture-resistant, semi-gloss paint. Use a light color to make the room seem larger. Allow two hours between coats. Sunday morning: Install the new vanity base, making sure it’s level and secured to studs. Before you attach the sink top, install the faucet on the sink basin, which will save you from working under the vanity. Attach the sink top and then use silicone caulk to secure it to the vanity. Install the plumbing, including the drain (or P-trap) and water supply lines. If you removed your toilet, put it back on now, with a new wax ring. Tighten the floor bolts just enough to secure the toilet; if you tighten them too much, you could crack the porcelain. Turn the water back on and make sure all connections are watertight. Sunday afternoon: With the power off, swap out the existing light fixture for a new one. Hang the new mirror, which will help bounce the light around the small space. Caulk around the tub where the old caulk was removed. Sunday evening: Remove the old hardware (towel bars, toilet paper holders, cabinet pulls) and replace them with something that matches. Matte black and brushed brass are on trend right now. Finish up with a shower mat, some new towels, and a plant. Enjoy your new bathroom!

**how to do a small bathroom makeover over a weekend** A makeover of a small bathroom does not have to take weeks. You can do it in 48 hours with a solid plan, a specific budget and some focus. Here is your guide to planning a successful weekend renovation of a small bathroom. ### **the pre-work (do this before Friday)** There is no substitute for good prep work. Get all the supplies you will need at least several weeks ahead of time — paint, fixtures, vanity and hardware. Double-check that each item was received without damage. Collect all your tools before Saturday Morning: drill; adjustable wrench; caulk gun; painter’s tape; safety equipment. --- ### **Saturday: demolish and set up base Layers** * **Morning: eliminate the old (8:00 AM – 12:00 PM)** Shutoff the water supply to the bathroom. Take off the existing mirror hardware and vanity. Drain and remove the old toilet by removing the floor bolts holding it to the flange. Stuff an old cloth into the hole left when you removed the toilet to prevent sewer gas fumes from rising into the rest of the house. Dispose of as much trash as possible throughout the day so that you can maintain your working area clean. * **Afternoon: prepare and paint (1:00 PM – 5:00 PM)** Fill any holes in the drywall where you cut access to the plumbing with fast-setting spackling compound. Sand until they are smooth and wipe clean. Use painter's tape along the edges of the baseboards to protect them. Since most small bathrooms don't get lots of natural light, painting your walls with a light-colored, moisture-resistant, semi-gloss finish (such as soft white or pale gray) will instantly give the impression of twice as many square feet. After waiting two hours to allow for drying, put on a second coat. * **Evening: put together the vanity (6:00 pm – 9:00 PM)** Assemble your new vanity. Place it against the wall to ensure it is level. Secure the vanity to the wall studs. Connect the faucet to the vanity sink *before* attaching it to the cabinetry — it is less difficult to connect this fixture while it is upside-down under the counter instead of after you attach it to the cabinet. Once installed, use silicone sealant to secure the sink top. --- ### **Sunday: plumbing and finishing touches** * **Morning: connectings and the Throne (9:00 AM – 1:00 PM)** Attach the water supply lines to the new vanity and attach the p-trap. Next, place your new toilet (or reattach your old one) using a new wax gasket. When tightening the nuts, be careful not to crack the porcelain. Turn the main valve back on and check every connection thoroughly for leaks. * **Afternoon: the Details (2:00 PM – 6:00 PM)** Hang your new oversized mirror -- ideally one that bounces plenty of light around the room. Update your bathroom lighting fixtures (remember to turn off the power switch first). Update your towel bar(s), toilet paper holder, and cabinet knobs/handles with modern, matching hardware (matte black or brushed brass look great in almost any decor). * **Evening: cleaning and decorating** Remove old caulking from your bathtub and apply new clean caulk. Put down a plush bath mat, hang fresh towels, and add a small potted plant.

**The Weekend Warrior’s Guide to a Small Bathroom Renovation** You won't need weeks of disorder when renovating a small bathroom. If you have a well-thought-out plan, stick to a clear budget, and devote 48 hours of concentrated work, you can turn your small room from outdated to impressive. Here is your step-by-step weekend plan. ### **The Prep Work (Do This Before Friday)** Success comes about through proper preparation. You should arrange for all the necessary materials—paint, fixtures, the vanity, and the hardware—well in advance and make sure that they are both delivered and arrive in good condition. Collect your tools, namely a drill, an adjustable wrench, a caulk gun, painter’s tape, and safety equipment. --- ### **Saturday: Demo and Base Layers** * **Morning: Out with the Old (8:00 AM – 12:00 PM)** Turn off the water valves, take out the old mirror, the hardware and the vanity. In the case of replacing the toilet, empty it completely, unscrew the bolts in the floor and remove the toilet. Cover the open drain pipe with a rag so as to prevent sewer gases from escaping and immediately put all the waste material into bags in order to keep your work area clear. * **Afternoon: Prep and Paint (1:00 PM – 5:00 PM)** Fill the holes in the drywall with quick-dry spackle, sand them until they are smooth and then clean the walls. Stick painter's tape onto the trim. In a small bathroom, coating the walls with moisture-resistant, semi-gloss paint in a light colour—for example, soft white or pale gray—will immediately make the room seem twice as large. Apply the first coat, wait two hours and then apply the second. * **Evening: Install the Vanity (6:00 PM – 9:00 PM)** Put your new vanity together by positioning it against the wall, making certain that it is level and then fixing it to the wall studs. You should install the new faucet on the vanity sink before you mount the sink to the cabinet since this is easier than carrying out the installation from underneath. Use silicone caulk to secure the sink top. --- ### **Sunday: Plumbing and Styling** * **Morning: Connections and Throne (9:00 AM – 1:00 PM)** Connect the water lines and the drain trap to the vanity. Then fit your new toilet (or re-fit the old one) with a new wax ring and tighten the bolts gently so as not to crack the porcelain. Turn the main water supply back on and carefully check all the connections for any leaks. * **Afternoon: The Details (2:00 PM – 6:00 PM)** Hang the new mirror—preferably a large one so that it can reflect the light throughout the room. When replacing the outmoded light fittings, don't forget to switch off the breaker first! Take the opportunity to replace the old towel bars, the toilet paper holders, and the cabinet pulls with more cohesive, modern hardware (matte black or brushed brass really do wonders). * **Evening: Clean and Style** Remove the old caulk from the tub and put on a fresh, clean strip of silicone. Place a soft bath mat down, hang some new towels, and include a small plant. By Sunday night the bathroom, which has always been small and old, will have become a stylish and practical oasis, the entire thing being finished in just one weekend.

**The Weekend Warrior’s Guide to Bathroom Renovation, Small Size Only!** A small bathroom renovation will not need weeks of turmoil. If you put your plans in place, set your budget, and dedicate 48 hours to the task, it is possible to turn a room from dreary to glamorous. Here is your step-by-step guide. ### **Preparation (To Be Done Before Friday)** In order to succeed, it is necessary to prepare. Arrange for the purchase of all materials—paint, fixtures, vanity, and fittings—several weeks ahead of time. Make sure that each item is safely delivered and that it will not be damaged. Have your tools on hand—drill, adjustable wrench, caulk gun, painter's tape, and protective gear. --- ### **Saturday: Dismantling and Basic Layers** * **Morning: Cleaning House (8:00 AM – 12:00 PM)** Switch off the water valves. Take out the old mirror, fittings, and vanity. If you are replacing your toilet, drain the toilet tank completely, unscrew the floor bolts, and lift it up and away. Seal the open drain pipe with a rag to stop sewer gas from coming out. Empty your trash bag as soon as you have filled it so as to keep your work space open and clear. * **Afternoon: Prepare and Paint (1:00 PM – 5:00 PM)** Fill any holes in the drywall with fast-drying spackling compound and sand them down until they are smooth. Using painter's tape, prep the trim. You will be amazed how much space you have as soon as you apply a coat of moisture-resistant, semi-gloss paint in a light shade—soft white or pale gray—to the walls. Let the first coat dry for two hours before applying the second. * **Evening: Vanity Install (6:00 PM – 9:00 PM)** Construct your new vanity. Attach it to the wall, ensuring that it is level and secured against the wall studs. Install your new faucet into the vanity sink *before* attaching the sink to the unit, as it is far easier to do so. Secure the sink top using silicone caulk. --- ### **Sunday: Plumbing and Finishing Touches** * **Morning: Make Connections and Install Toilet (9:00 AM – 1:00 PM)** Connect the water supply line and drain trap to the vanity unit. Next, install your new toilet (or the original) by placing a new wax ring on the flange. Be sure to connect it to the supply line by turning the water off. * **Afternoon: Getting Results (2:00 PM – 6:00 PM)** Hang your new mirror—preferably a large one, to reflect the light in the space. Change the old lights (don't forget to kill the breaker first!), and replace all of the towel bars, toilet paper holders, and cabinetry for a modern look. * **Evening: Cleaning and Styling** Scrape off the old tub caulk and replace it with a clean bead of silicone. Place a soft rug on the floor, hang fresh towels, and bring in a plant for decor purposes. By the end of the weekend, your small, dated bathroom will be a beautiful, functional space!

**Weekend Warrior Plan to Overhaul Your Small Bathroom** Overhauling a small bathroom does not have to take weeks. Armed with the right plan, proper budget, and 48 hours of hard work, you can completely revamp your small bathroom into something beautiful. Here's how: ### **Prep Work (Do This Before Friday)** It is all about prep work. Make sure all your materials—paint, plumbing fixtures, vanity, and hardware—are ordered weeks before the work begins. Also, ensure they are delivered and not damaged in transit. Buy all your tools: drill, adjustable wrench, caulk gun, painter's tape, and safety gear. --- ### **Saturday: Demolition and Base Layers** * **Morning: Get Rid of Old Stuff (8:00 AM – 12:00 PM)** Turn off water valves in the bathroom. Remove your old vanity, toilet, mirror, and hardware (light fixture, towel bars, etc.). When changing a toilet, drain it properly, undo bolts holding it to the floor, and remove it from the floor. Seal the exposed pipe with a rag so that sewer gases don't get inside your home. Immediately bag and dispose of all debris. * **Afternoon: Prepping Walls and Painting (1:00 PM – 5:00 PM)** Repair all holes with fast-drying spackle, sand and clean the walls. Apply painter's tape on trim. Painting the walls is a great way to create an illusion of space in a small bathroom. Apply a fresh coat of moisture-proof, semi-gloss paint in light colors (white, grayish, etc.) on all walls. Apply the first coat, wait 2 hours, and apply the second one. * **Evening: Vanity Installation (6:00 PM – 9:00 PM)** Assemble your new vanity. Place it against the wall, ensure that it is perfectly straight, and mount it on wall studs. Then install the faucet on the vanity sink *before* you attach the sink itself to the cabinet; it is more convenient to do it from above. Fix the sink top with silicone caulk. --- ### **Sunday: Plumbing Work and Styling** * **Morning: Plumbing and Toilet (9:00 AM – 1:00 PM)** Connect plumbing pipes to vanity. Then you need to install your new toilet (if you're installing one). Put a new wax ring between toilet bottom and the opening in the bathroom floor. Screw the toilet to the floor, gently tightening bolts so that the porcelain won't crack. Turn water supply on and check all connections for any leaks. * **Afternoon: Small Finishing Touches (2:00 PM – 6:00 PM)** Install your new mirror in a big enough size to reflect more light. Replace dated light fixtures (turn off electricity supply first). Replace old towel bars, toilet paper holder, and other bathroom fixtures and hardware (choose matte black or brushed brass finish). * **Evening: Finish Your Bathroom** Scrape the old tub caulk and apply a clean strip of silicone. Place a thick bath rug, hang new towels, and add some plants.

**Weekend Warrior’s Guide to a Small Bathroom Renovation**

**The Weekend Warrior's Guide to a Small Bathroom Renovation** A full‑blown remodel can take weeks, but a tiny bathroom can get a makeover in a single weekend if you lock in a plan, set a budget and carve out 48 focused hours. By Sunday night the old, cramped room can feel surprisingly roomy and fresh. **Prep (do it before Friday)** Order paint, fixtures, a vanity and all the little bits weeks ahead. Make sure everything arrives in one go and isn't cracked. Pull together a drill, an adjustable wrench, a caulk gun, painter's tape and a pair of gloves, nothing else you'll need. **Saturday, morning, ripping out the old (8 AM‑12 PM)** Turn off the water valves first. Take down the mirror, the hardware and the old vanity. If the toilet's getting replaced, flush it empty, undo the floor bolts and lift it away. Toss a rag over the open drain pipe so sewer gases stay out. Bag the junk as you go so the floor stays clear. **Saturday, afternoon, patch and paint (1 PM‑5 PM)** Fill any drywall holes with quick‑dry spackle, sand smooth and wipe the walls. Stick painter's tape along the trim. In a small bathroom a light‑colored, moisture‑resistant semi‑gloss paint does wonders, think soft white or pale gray. Roll on the first coat, wait a couple of hours, then go back for a second. **Saturday, evening, vanity time (6 PM‑9 PM)** Put the new vanity together, press it up against the wall and make sure it sits level. Screw it into the studs. Hook the faucet onto the sink before you mount the sink to the cabinet, much easier than reaching under later. Seal the sink top with a bead of silicone. **Sunday, morning, plumbing and throne (9 AM‑1 PM)** Connect the vanity's water lines and drain trap. Slip the new toilet (or the old one) into place with a fresh wax ring, tighten the bolts just enough not to crack the porcelain. Turn the main water back on and watch for any drips. **Sunday, afternoon, the details (2 PM‑6 PM)** Hang a large mirror so light bounces around. Swap out dated light fixtures, remember to shut the breaker first. Replace towel bars, toilet‑paper holders and cabinet pulls with something modern; matte black or brushed brass look great. **Sunday, evening, clean up and style** Scrape away the old tub caulk, then lay a smooth line of fresh silicone. Roll out a plush bath mat, drape fresh towels and put a small plant on the sill for a splash of life. And just like that, by the time the weekend ends, your once‑cramped bathroom has turned into a tidy, functional little oasis.