Bathroom Design Fails That’ll Make You Do a Double Take
Updated: Aug. 25, 2020
While creative, these DIY bathroom projects are hysterically horrible.
Ceiling Tub Spout
The bare-all window isn’t even the strangest part of this bathroom arrangement. Yup. The whirlpool tub fills from overhead.
Backward Toilet Tank
How in the world can a tank get put on backwards? They could’ve avoided this entirely if they’d known how to spot the signs of a bad contractor.
Innovation Out of Necessity
… Or this homeowner could’ve just mounted the toilet paper holder on the wall.
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Showerhead Tub Faucet
Not sure this style of tub faucet will increase a home’s resale value. Also, looks like they could use some of these bathroom cleaning tips and tricks.
There’s Enough Room for a Sink…Really
Genius! With this setup, you can wash your hands and your feet at the same time!
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No Words…
It’s probably just sitting there, right? Like, there’s no way that’s plumbed in… Either way, it looks like these folks could benefit from Bryan Baeumler’s kitchen reno tips.
Waterpark Shower
I don’t think this shower would meet the new low-flow requirements. But it sure makes a nice set of grab bars.
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Bath Fan Faux Pas
Proof that you should always measure twice, cut once. But really, it would’ve saved this homeowner tons of time.
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Replacement Toilet Tank Lid
Expecting the toilet to grow sideways, Tom planned ahead. Installing a new toilet was far too much work.
Psst—making this mistake with a clogged toilet could make things worse.
That Shower Might Be a Little Low…
After mom and dad moved out, the toddlers decided to make the bathroom more user-friendly. But when they grow up they’re gonna have to install a new shower…
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A Porcelain Throne for the Uninhibited
So much for the one place a guy can be left alone! Delores wanted to make sure that she could give Ron additions to his to-do list at all times. Time to plan out some bathroom walls!
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Duct Tape and Tile Combination
It isn’t what most interior designers would recommend, but…
This tile was undoubtedly installed over greenboard instead of cement board and is completely falling apart. Regrouting isn’t an option.
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Bath Fan in Shower Stall
Well, let’s hope this bath fan is efficient. It’s certainly going to get its fair share of steam.
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Stick Shift Toilet
So, I sit backwards, project my video game on the tank, and use the flusher as a joystick. Might be time to replace this old beauty…
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Toilet Paper Door Stop
Just keep the toilet paper stocked and this homeowner has a double-duty fixture!
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Outlet Placement That’s a Little Less Than Ideal
Although if you’re planning on spending a lot of time sitting there on your phone, you could always try connecting your charger.
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Tub Inside Shower
You never know when you’ll walk to take a shower after your soak.
Now that you know what *not* to do, check out these DIY projects that add value to your home.
