One of the best parts of blogging is when I get to help out others in some way. Recently I was contacted by Virtu USA to make over a bathroom, and since I’m happy with both of ours, I decided to use the opportunity to give my mom & dad a bathroom makeover instead. My dad has been battling cancer for a couple of years now, so it was really nice to be able to give their bathroom a much needed update.
Before we started, her builder grade bathroom from the early 1990’s didn’t have enough storage, the flooring was wrinkled, and it just needed an update.
Not everything needed to be replaced, the tub and toilet were perfectly fine, so we set out to make some big impact with some small changes.
We started by putting in a drop tile ceiling to cover up some wonky popcorn ceiling action and took out the wrinkled linoleum and put down click together laminate flooring. The walls got a fresh coat of Sherwin Williams Pure White, and I even whipped up a quick set of curtains from some scrap fabric.
See, this part just got a little decorative love with the help of some new accessories.
The other major change came in this new vanity from Virtu USA. Look at the details, the marble top – my mom was so, so excited to have such a stunning vanity in her new bathroom.
They also sent this new faucet, which is simply stunning. The craftsmanship of all of the component was breathtaking.
I’ve gotta admit it was really fun to shop and style the space for my parents, adding in accessories from Home Goods (that I kinda wish I had for myself!)
Want a bathroom makeover of your own? Virtu USA is giving away TWO bathroom makeovers and several smaller prizes. Be sure to jump over to their website to get the info to enter!
And, if you’d like to see some other great bathroom makeovers, stop by and see these other blog posts:
*Thanks so much to Virtu USA for partnering with me on this post. All ideas, words, photos & opinions are all my own.*
Suzan says
January 31, 2014 at 5:57 amWhat a gorgeous vanity – and how special that you were able to do this for your parents – must have felt better than even doing it for your own home, right?
Beautiful job!
xxx
Jenn says
January 31, 2014 at 5:58 amWow, what a change. I love the Vanity! Good on you for helping your parents out with a makeover, blessings for you family for all they are going through!
Jenn
andrea cammarata says
January 31, 2014 at 6:56 amHow fabulous is that vanity! The floor! The accessories! The curtains! LOVE LOVE LOVE it all!!!! Mom and Dad must be over the moon! : ) APPLAUSE!!!! : ) hugs…
Katy says
January 31, 2014 at 8:12 amI love the makeover, but really love the vanity and faucet. Beautiful addition to your parents bathroom. Great job!
Ida says
January 31, 2014 at 9:18 amLove the change to the bathroom. You did an amazing job.
Angie @ CCC says
January 31, 2014 at 10:07 amI love this Gina!!
Funky Junk Interiors says
January 31, 2014 at 10:55 amSeriously gorgeous, Gina! Love the carved details to that vanity! What a difference, they must adore their new bathroom!
Cynthia says
January 31, 2014 at 10:59 amThis is a great makeover! I need to rethink my bathrooms, too. They need to be overhauled and updated. We have been here 12 years and I haven’t redecorated the bathrooms, at all. I have changed many of the other rooms, but not the bathrooms. Thank you, for the inspiration, Gina. ~Cynthia
Robin Canter says
January 31, 2014 at 12:56 pmlove it. I’m drooling over that vanity. it’s funny how parents and grandparents live w/outdated rooms, but LOVE it when it’s redone. I wonder why they don’t think to update it for themselves? they deserve it after working for years and they would enjoy the updates in their retirement. I understand finances are an issue for most folks so dont misunderstand. Great makeover – I’m so glad you could do this for your folks.
liz says
January 31, 2014 at 2:36 pmLovely makeover. I have never heard of Virtu before – but I will definitely be checking them because I am changing out some sink fixtures and I absolutely love the faucet set you used.
Bliss says
January 31, 2014 at 6:56 pmWhy do I have a feeling mom and dad are spending wayyyyy more time in the bathroom these days! The whole redo is wonderful but that vanity makes the space. You dun good.
Katie says
January 31, 2014 at 7:23 pmWhat an awesome gift to give your parents!!! I know they have to just love their beautiful “new” bathroom!
Andrea says
February 1, 2014 at 2:21 pmGreat job! I absolutely love the vanity/mirror set.
HIldie says
February 3, 2014 at 9:32 amI just love this! We’re getting ready to remodel our master bath (it still has carpet. Gross!) and I need all the ideas I can get.
Frances says
February 6, 2014 at 12:09 pmWhat a wonderful gift you gave your parents. It’s amazing how a few simple changes can make a room look new. The bathroom now looks beautiful. Great job!!!
Michele says
February 15, 2014 at 3:43 pmStunning detail on the vanity cabinet, and pretty detail around the mirror. LOVE the faucet a well. Your curtains complimented everything just beautifully. You have such good taste!
Chad Pfeffer says
June 25, 2014 at 4:52 pmWhat a great transformation! I am sure your mother will be very happy with the increased value in her home as well!! Nice work!
Colleen says
March 30, 2016 at 12:23 pmHi,
I have a 46.5 space between 2 walls to fit a new vanity. what size should I buy.
36″ Would leave approx. 5″ per side of space
40″ would leave approx. 3.” per space.
helpful suggestions please
Deborah says
July 15, 2018 at 9:04 pmOh Gina, you did a fabulous job with this very generous gift from Virtu! So wonderful that you chose to gift it to your Mom. So sorry about your Dads health issues. Hope they enjoy their new bathroom. I just love your work!
Gina Luker says
July 16, 2018 at 9:43 amThank you so much Deborah, you are so sweet!