Bathroom Sink Faucets

My favorite thing about my bathroom faucet(s) is how the style fits the space. I specifically chose each one to go with all the other elements in the space and they each have the same effect in the room as a nice piece of jewelry does for an outfit. The perfect finishing touch.

I really love the bath faucet we chose because it is something both my husband and I love, and we have completely different tastes. The fixture has a bit of an industrial feel, but also has a timeless look, which I tend to lean toward. And the price point was so reasonable, it was a no brainer.

My favorite thing about the faucet is it appears low profile, yet I can fit many things under it in the sink. Bathroom sinks are used for more than just washing hands; they are used to fill buckets, clean toys, and other things where more space is required.

My favorite thing about the faucet is it appears low profile, yet I can fit many things under it in the sink. Bathroom sinks are used for more than just washing hands; they are used to fill buckets, clean toys, and other things where more space is required.

We love that it turns on by sensing that you're there, so even the messiest messes are easy to clean!

We love the simplicity of the shape and the chrome finish really pops against the white tile.

It's pretty! Other than that, it was also affordable and it has a timeless shape. I don't have to worry about it going out of style any time soon.

My sister-in-law picked out these beautiful faucets. She had visited the Kohler Design center in Kohler, Wis., and was inspired for the overall look of the space. The vessel sinks were a must have, so when searching for faucets we knew we had to have a tall enough faucet to go over the sinks. We wanted the fixtures, faucets, mirrors, lights, etc. to match, so we went with a brushed nickel for all. The overall look of the bathroom had a lot of dark features so we wanted to brighten up the space a little bit with the finishing.

The faucets I used were chosen to match the style of the sink and vanity. I went with chrome on all of them because I wanted something that would be a classic design and not look dated in five years.

Picking out new faucets for our bathroom was one of the most exciting parts of our makeover. I was hoping to find a faucet that was unique and had personality, as well as quality. Because the look of the space was very soft and subtle, I wanted features that stood out, while coordinating with the design. The faucets we chose ended up being exactly what we hoped for, and more.

One of the main filters we considered was that our countertop was pre-drilled with only a single hole so we had to make sure we picked a single hole faucet. I knew that I wanted a brushed silver color (it hides fingerprints well) and are working on moving other bathroom items to this color. For style, I wanted one that is taller so that I could easily get under it for filling things like buckets or the humidifier tank.

It sounds silly, since we gutted the entire bathroom, but we had a towel rack and a light fixture that still worked for us, so we tried to match their simplistic, brushed nickel finish to our new bath faucet.

We chose the faucet because of its great characteristics (no-touch) and the rich color. We chose the Touch20 faucet in a dark bronze color. It has proximity sensors which means it will turn on when you are near it, no need to turn a tap! This was important to us because this small half bath is right off both the laundry room and garage, and dirty messes are often cleaned up in this space.

We really like clean, modern lines and our bathtub, toilet, and vanity are all very simple and modern. The Moen Align faucet fit the style of our vanity perfectly. The Align series has a great shower head and bath faucet as well and we wanted the fixtures to go together. We wanted the metal to be consistent, and the chrome faucet matched the light fixtures and accessories we had picked out.

After searching in big box home improvement stores, I wasn't satisfied with the selection or the cost. I searched on Wayfair and found all of my faucets (I did four bathroom renovations)! I had a different style and finish for each bathroom. I knew though, that whatever faucets I chose had to have matching bath hardware (towel bars, toilet paper holders, etc…); I am very matchy-matchy in that regard. For my master bath, I used the Delta Dryden faucet in my previous bathroom and loved it! I had to have it again.

For the plumbing installation we subbed and hired a professional plumber. Plumbing is one of the most important parts and can be one of the most dangerous to a well remodeled bathroom. It is essential that plumbing is done accurately to avoid any future water damages and additional costs. And that it is done per code and by the law, so is worth hiring out this part of the process to a plumbing professional.

We had a contractor install the vanities and faucets. Although we've installed faucets on our own in the past, our contractor was in charge of the installing the entire remodel and did the faucets as well. Doing a full bathroom remodel by ourselves was above the level of our DIY skills.

We decided to install the bathroom faucet ourselves to try to save money, and boy was it a learning experience. Having never installed a plumbing fixture before, we had a lot to learn. But after following the instructions provided, we figured it out. My husband enjoys learning new things so he's always willing to accept a challenge, and I don't mind having a handy man to help me out!

My husband and I installed it; it isn't too hard if you follow the directions (and YouTube videos always help if you get stuck). This was the fourth faucet we had installed since we bought our home in 2008 (only a couple more to go in the house).

We did it ourselves--far cheaper!

My husband installed it by following the instructions that Delta included in the package.

Our contractor installed the bath faucet along with the rest of the plumbing fixtures. We are not plumbers and it was easier and faster to have a professional install it while he was already there working on the other plumbing components.

I hired a plumber. I know what I don't know…. Plumbing is something I don't know.

Our favorite part about the bathroom makeover process is picking out the selections. There are so many cool options out there and it's so much fun to put different designs together to see what works and what doesn't. There's nothing more exciting than when you've found all the perfect selections that flow together.

My favorite part is always the design process. I love putting the whole package together and coordinating the elements and finishes.

My favorite part of the makeover process was seeing how each little change affected the space as a whole. I enjoyed watching the room come together piece by piece, one project at a time. Sometimes just the smallest details can make the world of difference, and it doesn't always have to require a large budget.

I love how I could give my bathroom a completely different feel in a short amount of time. Bathroom makeovers don't need to be extensive; just a coat of paint, flooring, and a new counter top make the bathroom look completely new and updated.

Working together with my husband on a dedicated, focused project--sounds cheesy, but a rarity in this parenting with young kids gig!

My favorite part of our bathroom makeover was watching it slowly transform from really dark and gloomy to a space that was light, bright, and my style.

Picking out the materials! Coming up with the palette of materials and visualizing the new space was my favorite part. Our renovation was a complete gut, so we really got to start with a blank slate and the possibilities were endless.

The creative process, of course! I just love choosing the items and seeing it come together. Each time something new was done it got exciting! You have this idea in your head of how it is all going to turn out. Then when you actually see it in real life, it's even better than you imagined. And you can stand back and say, "Yeah, I did that!"

Rearranging the shower layout. We wanted to make the shower larger but weren't sure if we wanted to keep the same angle or restructure the walls to put in a glass door or create a walk in shower. In the end we just enlarged the existing shower, restructuring part of one wall. Then we ran into an issue, a door for the shower. We ended up having to create the shower rod ourselves for the coil curtain, which was pretty heavy too. So we knew we had to drill the rod into the walls, which we were really nervous about drilling into the tiles. Being drilling into tiles you risk them cracking...and then we would have had to re-tile and we had no idea what rod we could have hung. Luckily it went about seamlessly and we had no issues.

Staying on budget! Although it was a challenge, it was still fun to find styles I loved that were also affordable.

The most challenging part of the bathroom makeover was trying to achieve a high quality look on a low budget. But that should never stop you. Instead, it pushed me to be creative and look for ways to save. Wayfair is my go to for finding the top home decor fashions, but at a price point I can afford. I also had to learn to work with what I had and figure out a way to make it better. Overall, the challenges we faced have only given me confidence that I can transform any space, regardless of any obstacles in my way.

I underestimated how long it would take to grout the tiles. It wasn't necessarily hard, just a bit tedious and time consuming.

Getting it done in the slim three-day time slot we allowed.

The biggest challenge for me was painting the walls. Mr. DIY had removed the sink, toilet, and light fixture to make it easier to paint. However, in a room with no windows, that meant I was literally in the dark! In hindsight, taking the door off would have been a good idea, but we didn't think of that at the time. After wiping down the dark brown walls to clean them, remove dust and cobwebs, I literally closed myself in the room. We clipped a shop light to the sink pipe and it was enough light (barely) to see what I was doing!

The most challenging part of the bathroom makeover was figuring out how to make a small bathroom feel bigger and make the best use of the space. We ended up stealing some space from the hallway so the door did not open up in front of the shower. We didn't need that hallway space anyway, and it makes such a huge difference in the bathroom.

Being patient. Things take time. The plumber won't be there every day. The tile installer gets delayed. It happens. You just have to be patient. And that is not something that I am good at.

Plan, a lot. Plan your materials, budget, and timeline. Bathroom remodels are already expensive so if you don't create a budget you can easily exceed what you thought you'd spend and what you thought would be a one month project will turn into six. Create one master doc with your budget so you know exactly what prices you need to stick within when ordering materials. We always plan 10-20 percent under budget for unforeseen issues. Lay out the full process, all the steps, to a bathroom remodel and make sure you have your subs in line and that they're available. Then get your materials picked out, ordered and in hand before you start demo. Sometimes that alone can take months. If you plan right, you will not only have a beautiful bathroom to enjoy but you will have enjoyed the process.

The first thing to decide is your budget and your needs. Then you can settle on a style and start the design process.

My advice before beginning any room makeover is to have an end vision in mind. Having a design vision can help guide your whole project, whether large or small. As I began this transformation, I knew I wanted a soft and bright bathroom with touches of brushed nickel, along with shabby chic decor. If you struggle with finding a design vision, look for inspiration and go from there. Pinterest is my number one go-to when I need to be inspired. And don't be afraid to get your hands dirty. You may be surprised to find what you're capable of if you have an open mind and a willing attitude!

Have a complete plan before you begin so you can order your steps properly. For example, if you are going to paint the walls and replace the floors, paint first so you don't have to worry about spilling paint on your freshly installed floors.

Do it the way we did--it is brutal, but ripping off the Band-Aid and gutting it, then quickly restoring it is so much easier than a prolonged restoration.

My advice is to do your homework before you begin and budget your money wisely. What items can you live with (and make work), and what needs to be replaced? In our case, nothing was broken; our mini makeover was more for aesthetic reasons. We didn't replace our toilet or sink because we were literally working with a budget of about $100! We chose peel and stick tile because we had such success installing it in our laundry room. While I would have loved ceramic tile, it just wasn't in the budget for the time being. Removing the carpet was a huge improvement, and a more costly tile can be installed down the road once we've saved for it. You will be amazed at how new paint and a few decorative items can transform a space! Other ways to save money...spray paint your hardware rather than replacing it! I used oil-rubbed bronze spray paint to transform the light fixture, metal shelf, toilet paper holder, and floor vent. That worked out to significant savings!

Have a complete vision before starting the makeover. It can save a lot of time, money, and headaches if you source the materials and make sure everything goes together all at once rather than doing it piecemeal as you go. Also, triple check the measurements of everything you're putting in. Most bathrooms are small spaces and there isn't a lot of forgiveness if your vanity ends up being too wide!

Stick to your budget! Price per square foot is very high with bathroom renovations and they can get out of hand quickly. Make sure you pay attention to your costs. If you go overboard you won't be happy because you'll regret the cost, especially if it puts you in major debt. I'm not one to give financial advice, but this I feel strongly about.

Putting together content for our readers at construction2style. Every project we do, we share with our readers the full how-to's and all the finishing selections we used. Our readers loved this project as it created the perfect spa-like feel. A bathroom should be a place to relax and unwind from a long day and this space was the perfect little retreat. It was so fun to share the excitement with our readers and show them how they could create a space like this within their own home.

The fresh clean appearance and the updated styles. It's always nice to see a design project come together as you had envisioned it and then be able to enjoy it every day.

My favorite part of our new bathroom is its calm and soothing atmosphere. The light gray paint, white cabinets, marble floors, and brushed nickel features create perfect harmony. It's also fun knowing that with just a little bit of hard work and creativity, you can create a space you love.

The floors are my favorite. They are peel-and-stick vinyl tiles; however, they look so much like real tile and people who come to visit always comment how good the floors look.

The floor! I swoon a bit over the wood-like finish every time I really look at it. So classy, a tad different, and FUN!

My favorite part about this space is how fresh and airy it feels! Painting over the chocolate brown walls and adding fun, minimal accessories makes it feel like a whole new room!

How clean, fresh and bright everything feels. Providing ample storage was really important while we were designing the space, and now everything can be put away and the space just feels so much bigger!

Do I have to pick just one thing? I'm going to say the layout. We changed the entire layout of the bathroom to make it more functional. And it truly was a great decision!