We decided to remodel our main floor bathroom for one simple reason… we had zero storage. No vanity, no cabinets, and somehow everything always ended up cluttered on the floor (mom life, right?). On top of that, the purple-toned wood floors definitely weren’t doing us any favors 😅

But here’s where things get a little crazy—we were also in full prep mode for my daughter’s birthday party (a full-on Wicked-themed celebration), and suddenly this bathroom refresh turned into a full remodel. My husband took on the project, and in true last-minute fashion… he finished it literally one hour before the party started 🤣

And honestly? It was SO worth it. What used to be an awkward, no-storage space is now one of my favorite rooms in our home. If you’re dealing with a bathroom that just isn’t functional (especially with kids), I’m sharing exactly what we changed, what we used, and how we made it work on a budget.

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1. Before: What Wasn’t Working

One of the biggest issues we had was the lack of storage. We only had a pedestal sink and a small shelf above the toilet… which sounds fine in theory — but in reality, things were constantly falling into the toilet 🤣 Not exactly ideal. Between that and having zero cabinet space, it quickly became clear we needed a real solution.

• No vanity = no storage
• Clutter everywhere
• Outdated floors
• Not functional for kids

2. Our Goals for the Remodel

• Add a vanity + storage
• Get rid of the purple floors
• Keep it budget-friendly
• Make it functional for a family
• Keep the bathtub (because kids!)

3. The Timeline (aka the chaos 😂)

• Started before party prep
• Realized we were cutting it close
• Finished ONE HOUR before guests arrived (in fact the tub fixtures still needed to be added but everything else was done!)

4. What We Changed

• Vanity + sink: We chose this 48” vanity from Home Depot and it completely transformed the space. I love the warm wood tone and the amount of storage it added—especially since we had zero vanity storage before. The drawers are soft-close (huge win), and it instantly made the bathroom feel more finished and functional.
• Mirror + lighting
• Flooring: 21 square feet per case
  For flooring, we chose Lifeproof’s Navarra Maple vinyl plank from Home Depot, and I’m so glad we did. It’s completely waterproof (a must with kids), super durable, and the light neutral tone instantly made the whole space feel bigger and brighter. It also has a click-lock installation, which made it much more manageable for a DIY project—especially since we were racing to finish before the party.
• Fixtures (faucet, hardware)
• Storage solutions

What We Didn’t Change (and Why)

Thankfully, we didn’t have to redo everything. The shower had already been updated before we bought our home, and it’s still one of my favorite parts of the space. Skipping that portion of the remodel saved us a ton of money—and let us focus on the areas that really needed it (like finally adding storage!).

5. The After (My Favorite Part!)

7. Shop This Bathroom 🛒
(everything we used and loved)

• Vanity
• Mirror
• Light fixture
• Faucet
• Flooring
• Decor / storage

🧺 Functional Finds (Mom Life Approved)

• Trash can
• Storage organizers
• Bath mat
• Soap dispenser

🔧 Tools We Used

If you’re planning a bathroom update like this, having the right tools makes everything so much easier—especially if you’re on a tight timeline like we were 😅 Here are some of the tools we used throughout this project:

• Power drill
• Drill bit set
• Measuring tape
• Saw
• Level
• Tool bag
• Step stool / ladder
• And of course, I have to give credit where it’s due—none of this would have happened without my husband, who somehow managed to pull off this entire remodel (and finish it an hour before the party 😅). Having a husband who can truly do it all definitely didn’t hurt!

8. Final Thoughts

Looking back, this project was definitely a little chaotic—but completely worth it. What started as a simple need for more storage turned into a full bathroom transformation that now feels both functional and beautiful.

As a mom, having a space that actually works for our daily routines makes such a difference, and I love that we were able to create something practical without completely starting from scratch. Skipping the shower renovation saved us time and money, and focusing on the areas that mattered most made this project feel doable—even on a tight timeline.

And while I may not recommend finishing a remodel just one hour before hosting a party 😅 it’s a reminder that sometimes things come together exactly when they need to. This space now works so much better for our family—and it made hosting that special birthday celebration even more meaningful.

If you’re here for the chaos of real-life home projects… just wait until you see what we pulled off next 😅

Right after finishing this bathroom, we hosted my daughter’s Wicked-themed birthday party—and it turned out even better than I imagined.

👉 See the full Wicked party + how we styled everything here!