Stunning Bathroom Stone Look floors for less than $75.
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My husband and I recently teamed up with his sister and her husband to completely remodel their powder bathroom. They purchased their home a few years ago and have been working on making each room their own. I was thrilled to collaborate with Lowe’s on this project and complete the entire bathroom makeover using only Lowe’s products.
Bathroom Before
Bathroom After
This remodel involved a full gut of the bathroom, including hiring a plumber to relocate the toilet. To keep costs low, we chose a peel-and-stick vinyl flooring solution that offered both affordability and style. Here’s a breakdown of what we used and the step-by-step process to achieve the stunning final look.
Materials and Tools Used:
- Flooring: Lowe’s Style Selections Alpine Stone Off-white Stone Look 3-mil x 12-in W x 12-in L Water Resistant Peel and Stick Luxury Vinyl Tile Flooring
- Floor primer
- 3/8″ nap roller for the primer
- Grout (optional, for a grouted look) we used color “Pewter”
- Spacers (if grouting) we used 1/8″
- Chalk line or pencil
- Straight edge (e.g., a level)
- X-acto knife
- Putty knife (if grouting)
Our Process:
Step 1: Prepping the Subfloor
Before laying the vinyl tile, we ensured the subfloor was clean and level. Vinyl tiles can typically be installed over plywood, concrete, or sheet vinyl but be sure & check what the manufacturer of any tile you use might say. In this case, part of the floor had existing wood planks, while the rest was covered with plywood. Since this mix of materials isn’t ideal, we secured the planks with additional screws to prevent any floating that could affect the tiles. After securing the subfloor, we cleaned it thoroughly and ensured it was smooth.
Step 2: Priming the Subfloor
We used a floor primer to help the vinyl tiles adhere properly. The primer we used requires about 4-5 hours to dry completely, and the flooring must be laid within 24 hours of priming. A single coat applied with a roller was sufficient for this project.
Step 3: Planning the Layout
To plan the tile layout, we started by finding the center of each wall and snapping chalk lines to create an intersection in the middle of the room. Working from the center outward, we laid out the tiles (without removing the backing) to visualize the arrangement and ensure we had enough tiles.
Step 4: Laying the Tiles
Once the layout was finalized, we began peeling the backing off the tiles and placing them down. Starting at the intersection, we worked one quadrant at a time, using spacers between the tiles for grout lines. For edges near the wall, we measured and cut the tiles by scoring them with an X-acto knife and snapping them along the line. For help on measuring and cutting those edge pieces see my video here. To avoid damaging the new flooring, we made sure no cuts were made over the new floors.
Planning the layout
Laying the tiles
Remove spacers and roll
Grout
Step 5: Securing the Tiles
After placing all the tiles, we removed the spacers and rolled over the flooring to ensure the adhesive stuck firmly. While specialty floor rollers are available, we used a kitchen roller, which worked just as well for this small project.
Step 6: Grouting (Optional)
To elevate the look of the vinyl tile, we chose to grout the flooring. Grouting vinyl tile follows the same process as standard tile, but since the tiles are thinner, it’s very easy to wipe all the grout out of the shallow grout line rather than just the excess. We found that by mixing the grout to a slightly thicker consistency and allowing it to set a bit longer before wiping helped it stay put. Grouting gave the vinyl tile a more polished and stone-like appearance.
The Final Result
The finished powder bathroom turned out beautifully, and the vinyl tile flooring has held up wonderfully over the past almost year. Best of all, the total cost for the flooring, including all supplies, came in under $75!
This project was a great reminder that you don’t need a huge budget to achieve a high-end look. With thoughtful planning and affordable materials, you can transform a space into something both functional and stylish. If you’re considering a similar project, I highly recommend checking out Lowe’s peel-and-stick vinyl options for a budget-friendly yet elevated look. You can shop all the elements of this bathroom in my blog post here.
Do you have a room you’re planning to remodel? Let us know in the comments!
Note: While this guide provides a general overview, always consult product instructions and safety guidelines before starting your project. For more complex questions or issues, consider seeking advice from a professional.
