Budget Friendly Ways to Refresh Your Bathroom

A tired bathroom doesn’t always require a full renovation to feel fresh again. Sometimes, small and affordable bathroom upgrades in the right places can completely transform the space - both visually and functionally. From updating an old shower screen to thoughtful styling tweaks, these simple updates can give your bathroom a new lease on life without stretching your budget.

Start with a new Stegbar shower screen

In older style bathrooms, bulky framed shower screens often feel dated, block light flow, and make the space look smaller. Replacing them with one of Stegbar's Semi-frameless or Frameless designs creates a clean, modern look that complements a wide range of interior styles.

A Stegbar Frameless Shower Screen is the ultimate choice for those seeking a sleek, spa-like aesthetic in their bathroom. With its clean, uninterrupted glass and no visible fixing points, it creates a calm and contemporary atmosphere that enhances any interior style. The minimalist design is custom-made to fit any room or space, offering exceptional design flexibility with a stunning range of colours and finishes. Choose from channel fixing for larger, glass panels or clip fixed options for small shower screens where a minimalist look is desired.

Stegbar’s Semi-Frameless Shower Screen range combines sleek lines with on-trend finishes to effortlessly complement any bathroom style or tapware colour palette. Designed with both form and function in mind, it features a slim perimeter frame and expansive glass panels that deliver a contemporary look while being easy to clean with no hidden corners. The cleverly engineered pivot door system ensures long-lasting performance without compromising the screen’s streamlined appearance. Available in a variety of standard and custom configurations, this range allows you to tailor a solution that suits your space and style. Choose between the Inline pivot door for a refined and seamless finish, the Overlap pivot door for a more economical option that offers added protection against water leakage, or the Grange Slider which is perfect for smaller spaces. With mobility-friendly, hobless access and configurations that span up to 2800mm wide, Stegbar’s Semi-Frameless range delivers both beauty and practicality.

Stegbar also offers a selection of glass finishes to suit your bathroom’s style and privacy needs. Clear glass is classic and maximises light, while frosted glass introduces a soft, diffused finish that adds an element of privacy. For those wanting to make a statement, fluted glass offers a stylish blend of privacy and visual interest with its softly ribbed architectural look.  For added convenience, Nanoclean glass coating is available to reduce cleaning time by up to 90%, making maintenance effortless.

Hardware finishes complete the look.  For those looking for a timeless look, chrome finishes are a perfect choice for their versatility and elegance, while matte black or brushed nickel trims lend a modern or industrial edge.

Update your bathroom mirrors

Luxurious and elegant, Stegbar’s range of Shaped Mirrors is designed to brighten your space, create a sense of openness, and serve as a stunning focal point. With a completely frameless design, these contemporary mirrors offer sleek simplicity ideal for c modern bathroom designs. Available in five unique shapes, they allow you to reflect your personal style, whether your home design theme is Moroccan, Scandinavian, Bohemian, or beyond.

Refresh fixtures and tapware

Swapping outdated tapware and showerheads for contemporary styles can make a surprising difference for the room’s overall aesthetic. Choose water-efficient designs for improved performance and sustainability, and match finishes to your shower screen for a unified look.

Often overlooked, don't forget to consider choosing comparable finishes when it comes to toilet roll holders, robe hooks and towel rails.

Paint, tile and grout refresh

A fresh coat of paint can instantly modernise and brighten a bathroom. If the existing tiles are in good condition, consider a tile paint for a quick and affordable bathroom refresh. Caulking and regrouting can also restore a clean-looking finish.

Even bathtubs can be refinished, while cabinetry in dated colours can be modernised with specialty paints - all at a fraction of the cost of full replacements.

Finishing details

To complete your bathroom renovation, make considered choices with decorative elements - think ambient lighting, plush new towels, greenery, or switching out disposable soap dispensers for glass or ceramic options.

With just a few targeted upgrades that can be completed over a weekend and within a modest budget - like a new Stegbar shower screen, or mirror, refreshed tapware and clever styling - you can achieve a cost-effective bathroom upgrade, that feels brand new.

Ready to transform your bathroom? Explore the full Stegbar range,  book a free consultation or visit your nearest showroom to bring your bathroom refresh to life.