How to Update a Tired Bathroom

If you cringe over the thought of guests using your outdated bathroom, these simple tips give you a room you can be proud of.

Step 1: Clean everything Clean everything -- the floor to the ceiling and everything in between. Throw away old or damaged items.
Step 2: Paint Apply a fresh coat of mold resistant paint that is designed to be used in moist environments.
TIP: Cover an old linoleum floor with a fancy rug and new mat instead of tearing it out and laying down a new one.
Step 3: Replace shower curtain and towels Replace a plastic or vinyl shower curtain with a cotton one and buy decorative hand towels for display.
Step 4: Swap out hardware Swap out the old hardware on cabinet doors and install a new faucet and shower head.
TIP: Replacing a faucet and shower head is a pretty easy job.
Step 5: Frame mirror and mount sconces Frame the mirror with decorative molding and mount wall sconces on either side.
Step 6: Accessorize Fill a bowl with colorful soaps, place scented candles inside the wall sconces, and fill a vase with fresh cut flowers to complete the face lift.
FACT: Buckingham Palace has nearly 800 rooms, including 78 bathrooms.