HOW TO SAVE ON A NEW BATHROOM

WHY SPLASH OUT? DISCOVER SMART WAYS TO SAVE ON YOUR BATHROOM BUDGET, WITH HELP FROM OUR EXPERTS

Compared to a living room or bedroom, a bathroom is one of the more expensive rooms in the home to revamp, not least because they require more specialists such as plumbers and tilers to get the job done.

We asked a team of experts for their top tips on coming in (or under) budget.

CHOOSE SECOND-HAND

There's no shame in making use of other people's unwanted bathroom fittings when renovating. In fact, it's kinder for the planet, as well as being a brilliant budget bathroom idea. Tanya Steinhauser, co-creative director at Festival Of Thrift recommends looking on local selling sites, where you'll often get items offered for free and don't have to add in the cost of delivery or collection.

SHOP THE SALES