7 Ways to Give Your Bathroom a Facelift

We're just about finished with the second bathroom remodel in my Jungalow and I'm finally thinking about the finishing touches! There are a number of budget friendly (and simple!) updates you can do to make an older bathroom feel fresh, new and clean again! Follow along for a few of my favorite jungalicious and stylish ideas.
Ditch the Towel Bar
Most apartments or standard bathrooms have a traditional towel bar. Add flair and swap it out for a pretty hook. Need more than one? Line the hooks next to each other. If it's a kid's shared bathroom, assign them a hook so they can keep up with their towel.
Fresh Towels
It's amazing what a fresh set of towels (and sheets!) can do. Mimic a hotel bathroom and go for bright, white and fluffy! For updated storage, roll them and store them in a basket. To keep them smelling so fresh and clean try an aromatherapy detergent by Zum Clean!
Update the Bathroom Rug
If all of your rugs around the toilet, sink and shower area match, it's time for a change! For small bathrooms use one pattern-filled rug and keep the post shower rug draped across the tub or put away. For a long and narrow bathroom, try a stylish runner. Note: get rid of the rug around the toilet (it's a germ hoarder!).
Install a Stylish Mirror
There's no rule that says you have to have a giant long ceiling to sink mirror. If you can, get rid of it and replace it with a smaller more stylish mirror. If your vanity has two sinks, split the mirror and hang two! If you're in a rental and cannot swap out the mirror, frame the existing one with wood.
Paint the Cabinets
Based on your bathroom decor, paint the cabinets a bold color or go with something light, bright and airy (white, sage green, light blue)! If the inside of the cabinets and drawers looks dingy, update them with wallpaper or a drawer liner. For the icing on the cake, change the knobs and voila, "new" vanity!
Bring on the Plants
Plants in the bathroom are a major yes! If you have a window, go for it! Drape a pothos from a macramé planter and let it go wild. For something smaller and a bit less jungalicious, try a snake plant. Choose plants that love humidity and are ok with low light. Tip: When it's time to water, put them in the tub and turn the shower on! Re-Caulk the Tub and Sink Area
The area around the tub, shower and sink can get a little icky and gross. This is a $20 or less job! Peel up the existing caulk with a box cutter and lay down new caulk! You will be shocked at how fresh and clean this will make the bathroom look.