This ignored bath has been on the to-do list for the 10 years that we've lived here, aside from painting the prison-gray walls and replacing the ugly gold faucet and light fixture. The vanity was originally black, the countertop was gray laminate, and I was so over that hopscotch vinyl floor, not to mention that black and red shower tile - ewww!

I painted the vanity with dark brown chalk paint and stenciled with Valspar Satin Belle Grove Buff paint and finished with a coat of wax. Ceramic flower knobs from Hobby Lobby.

Before painting the vinyl floor with the base coat, I scraped the silicone caulk from around the toilet and tub; I used a screwdriver; there's likely a better tool. Next, vacuumed, used Krud Kutter, and steam-cleaned the floor. I taped around the room's perimeter and toilet.

I used a 4" synthetic brush to cut in. I considered using this brush for the whole room but could see brushstrokes so used the recommended 3/8" nap roller with extension; that went a lot quicker, covered the brush strokes, and saved my back. The 4" brush was perfect for painting behind and around the toity.

Before opening the Rocksolid Home, I read and watched videos. I read to wait six hours before applying the topcoat. I called R-O helpline to see if I could wait longer: Yes; six hours is the minimum. Due to the black squares on the vinyl, and using a light base coat, I needed a second base coat; I applied it later that day.

The next day, I ensured that I had complete coverage; I did so I cleared dust/debris. I applied the semi-gloss topcoat, cutting in with a 3" brush and finished with a 1/4" nap roller. The topcoat is liquidy; be careful not to drip. The application was quick and easy; it dried clear with a nice bit of shine. I'm glad I chose the semi-gloss over the matte.

After 24 hours the floor was dry and smooth. While removing the tape, paint came up with the tape:( I was careful while taping, so this likely happened because I got the products on the tape and when I removed the tape, it pulled up the product. I used an artist brush for touch-ups. Upon googling, I found that if I'd used a razor blade to cut along the base of the tape before removing it, the paint wouldn't have come up. No matter, I'm WOWED by my floor!

For a $10 fix, I covered the gray laminate counter with a roll of green faux-marble peel & stick vinyl. What an improvement! Finally, I applied peel & stick tile around the mirror. I'm soo happy with my budget makeover! Thank you CS Team & Rust-Oleum!

Happy with overdue facelift for 1989 guest bath & attempt to bring the outdoors + nature in :)