The Renter-Friendly Design Tip That Instantly Makes Your Bathroom Feel More Luxe

For many people, the bathroom has become a space of relaxation, whether you're winding down with a warm bath after a long day or meticulously applying each product in your nighttime skincare routine. Those little moments of quiet outside of the hustle and bustle of daily life matter, and the space around you matters, too. While there are plenty of ways to make your space feel like a luxury oasis, the unfortunate truth is that quite a few of these ideas require major renovations that simply aren't feasible for a lot of people. Budget restrictions, time limitations, and, of course, rental agreements can put a major damper on your hopes for a bathroom that aligns with your style, but this doesn't have to be the case.

While it's unlikely that you'll be able to completely swap out your shower or install a brand new toilet, there's one DIY idea that can make a major impact on the look of your bathroom in one simple step: replacing the mirror. While signing a lease can certainly provide some benefits, it can also seriously limit the amount you're able to customize your space. As a result, a community has sprung up around rental friendly DIYs that can give you the chance to express your style without sacrificing your security deposit. 

More often than not, your mirror is one of the major points of focus in your bathroom. It can be easy to assume that it's a more permanent fixture like your shower or bathtub, but this isn't always the case. In many bathrooms, the mirror is simply something that's been hung on the wall, so it should be fairly easy to remove and replace with something that better aligns with your taste. Keep the old mirror stored away and swap it back when you move out — your landlord will be none the wiser.

If you're not one of the lucky renters with an easily-removable mirror, don't give up hope just yet. It might not be in the cards to change the shape or placement of your mirror, but you can still modify it to match your style. To give your mirror an upgrade, build a frame out of some decorative trim and apply it to the corners with removable adhesive. For an even easier approach, especially if your mirror has curved edges, you can pick up something, like this Flexible Molding Trim from Amazon, and stick it right to the surface. While it might not solve all of the issues you have with the bathroom in your rental, even a little modification can go a long way in making your space feel more like home.