Easy Peel and Stick Flooring Bathroom Makeover on a Budget
This budget-friendly floor makeover transformed a small bathroom area without major renovations or high costs. Using peel and stick flooring, I refreshed the space with simple prep, careful placement, and a few finishing touches.
This post was transcribed by a member of the Hometalk editorial team from the original HometalkTV episode.
Tools and materials:
- Vacuum
- Tub and tile cleaner
- Scrub brush
- Mop
- Old rags
- Painter’s tape
- Peel and stick flooring tiles
- Box cutter
- Ruler
- Grout
- Disposable gloves
- All-purpose white caulk
- Shower curtain
- Rug
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1. Prepping the bathroom floor
I began by cleaning the entire bathroom, focusing especially on the floor. I vacuumed the tile thoroughly to remove loose debris, then sprayed a tub and tile cleaner over the surface and scrubbed it well. I made sure to lift any remaining dirt so the floor was completely clean. After that, I mopped the floor and used old rags to dry everything thoroughly, since a clean, dry surface is essential before moving on.
2. Taping off the floor
Starting at the farthest end of the room, I placed painter’s tape directly onto the floor. I overlapped the strips to ensure the tile was fully covered.
Around the toilet, I used smaller pieces of tape so I could cover every curve and edge neatly.
I continued this process until the entire floor was taped off and protected.
3. Planning the tile layout
Next came the fun part. I purchased peel-and-stick tiles online for about thirteen dollars a box, which felt like an incredible deal.
Before installing anything, I laid the tiles out on the floor to see how many I would need and how they would fit in the space. Once I felt satisfied with the layout, I was ready to install.
4. Installing the peel-and-stick tiles
I started installation in the far left corner, which felt like the easiest place to begin. I checked the arrows on the back of the tile to make sure it was oriented correctly. Then I peeled off the backing and pressed the tile firmly onto the floor. Because these tiles required no grout, I placed each new tile directly next to the previous one. I continued this process until I had installed all the full-sized tiles that would fit.
5. Cutting tiles for tight spaces
When I reached areas that required cuts, I used one of the tile backing papers to measure the space and create a template. I placed the template on a tile and cut it to size with a box cutter. Around the doorway, I measured the length of the opening and the width of each trim piece.
I made staircase-style cuts so the tiles fit neatly around the door trim. I also used leftover scraps to fill smaller gaps throughout the space.
6. Filling gaps with grout
Because the space wasn’t perfectly square and the tiles weren’t completely even, some gaps remained despite my best efforts. To fix this, I used leftover grout I already had. I mixed it with a bit of water and applied it into the cracks, then wiped away the excess with wet rags. This step helped the floor look more finished and cohesive.
7. Caulking and final touches
After the grout dried, I applied all-purpose white caulk around the perimeter of the floor, especially around the tub and toilet. This step sealed everything and helped protect against moisture getting underneath the tiles.
Once the caulk dried, I added a new shower curtain and a bath rug to complete the look.
Now my bathroom fits my style and I no longer have to look at those old, stained tiles!
This simple floor makeover using peel and stick flooring completely changed the feel of the space, and it proves that even a small, budget-friendly project can make a big visual impact. For another fun home project, check out how to turn a vintage book into a unique DIY clock.
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