DIY Bathroom Makeover + Renovation 2019 | Becky Excell

[@Jamesmatthews]

My toilet is also used as a dumping ground

[@JordanDuckTV]

Wowzers good job to Mark for doing that. When I need a new bathroom I will ask Mark to make it! Great video and wouldn't mind to see a tour of it

[@BeckyExcell]

hahah he will definitely do it for you Jordan!! x

[@JordanDuckTV]

Yay thank you!

[@BeckyExcell]

Thanks for the love on this video guys - no idea how it just hit 120,000 views! Don't forget to follow me on Instagram for daily recipes and updates from me on my story if you care: instagram.com/beckyexcell If you'd like more renovation videos, let us know what you'd like to see! Mark can basically do anything somehow 😂 Thanks again guys x

[@amberfernandez100]

I can’t believe you took out that floor!! It was gorgeous 😭 Edit: still love the rest of it! Great job

[@hanneslackner]

That's what I was thinking, but when they take out the toilet you can see it is not an actual hardwood floor it is just cheap vinyl (you can tell from how thin it is and how it moves)

[@jaclynelise2966]

And put in linoleum 👎

[@jaclynelise2966]

Wait... is it paper??? Lol

[@amberfernandez100]

TinyHouse Austria if they would’ve replaced it with proper flooring I’d understand but they replaced it with just as shitty flooring, the old shit flooring had so much character

[@rawrimleah]

I was shocked they took out the floor it was BEAUTIFUL

[@mabella8166]

for some odd reason I love watching bathroom makeovers lol, it turned out nice!

[@Hi-ur7eh]

The bathroom looks so amazing! love your tile choice as well!

[@Andrew-em6mt]

Just a quick one, aren't you meant to waterproof the plasterboard before adding the adhesive and the tiles? Might be different in the UK but in Aus, you have to. Once the grout cracks/if it cracks, you will get moisture underneath, which can become mould and could then eat the plasterboard and the wood, could leak especially around the bath tub. Would be interesting to know.

[@BeckyExcell]

It hasn't always been common practise in the UK, but Mark has started doing it now after all the kind advice from this video! We just renovated our tiny bathroom in my latest video, so defo check it out if you enjoyed this ❤️ Hope you had a good Christmas down under in Aus! x

[@tommyftw4996]

It is a common practise in the UK, you don't use standard plasterboard surrounding a bath/shower,

[@BeckyExcell]

@@tommyftw4996 If it was that common, why were the tiles on plasterboard in the bathroom before we renovated it? Genuinely would like to know an answer!!

[@tommyftw4996]

@@BeckyExcell Standard plasterboard is ideal for most environments, it shouldn't be used in constantly damp conditions. Any moisture that escapes behind the tiling in time will break down the plasterboard and potentially cause the tiles to work loose. You will see that the grout will discolour quickly and damp may show. Green plasterboard is what you're supposed to use as its waterproof and has more strength. Just don't say its common practise whens its not, your old standard plasterboard could have been tanked. You could also use water proof grout instead of water resistant to be safer and make it last longer on standard

[@BeckyExcell]

@@tommyftw4996 Thanks Tommy, that's good to know! We're definitely not experts or anything so I'm sure it'll be helpful to others who read this too. I only said it wasn't common practise because out of all the bathrooms Mark has renovated and repaired (four bathrooms renovated and loads more just generally repaired) he said none of them have been on anything other than plasterboard. You're welcome to disagree with us though - like I said, it's far from our jobs!!

[@freddyvermanen]

I redid our bathroom and what really sped up the whole process was hacking out the grouting between tiles. This made it possible for me to rip out entire plates of tiles, sometimes ten or twelve at a time. Nice job on the bathroom!

[@ratchriat1716]

looks fantastic finished save money and was a learning curve for both of you for a next project enjoy the video.

[@Hbomb3709]

Mark did an amazing job and trust me you saved a ton of money. Looks really nice. I just watched the video where he renovated en suite/bedroom.

[@PipMilburn]

Love the flooring! We have the exact same on our kitchen floor. You guys did such a fab job. We need our bathroom doing but will definitely not be attempting it ourselves!!

[@TeraeB]

I foresee renovation 2020 🥺 water damage 😮 stay tuned

[@TeraeB]

lijpowww exactly!!! Way too many how to videos that are super helpful that could have prevented this. Oh well

[@naajt89]

Brei’s Cup of Tea my thoughts exactly... saw so much that isn’t done properly

[@JPMedia]

Literally exactly what I am thinking as they are putting it all on

[@nowirehangers2815]

Like what please

[@DreamGaming12]

Elvis they didn’t waterproof the wall behind the tiles

[@paulm4724]

I loved your work there but where is the water waterproofing did you seal the grout ? If not your bath room will only last 5yr then you get black mould . But your skills are great good job

[@Myraisins1]

Hello. Just saw this bathroom renovation and it looks beautiful. How is everything holding up so far? Can you share where you got the flooring and the vanity? Thanks!

[@BeckyExcell]

Thanks to everyone who pointed out that we should have put in better waterproofed board behind the tiles. Obviously, it wouldn't have been a bad idea and we will in the future thanks to your advice - especially as it costs basically nothing to do so! But to say that the bathroom will basically fall apart in 2 years is a bit over the top, don't you think? The bathroom we ripped out was tiled straight onto just plasterboard and it was there 20 years with no problem as you could see at the start! Just a quick update anyway - it's Feb 2020 and the bathroom has no problems despite what people who like to only try and be negative think 😂

[@tommyftw4996]

No ones being negative people are just trying to give you some advice on better practises. Your bathroom - do whatever you want, but you've posted and video and left comments on so people will comment.... ?

[@BeckyExcell]

@@tommyftw4996 Of course, advice and criticism is always welcome here and I literally just thanked people for pointing it out ☝🏻 I'm more referencing the negativity of people who like to say 'it will fall apart in a year' because it's not true. Everyone's welcome to comment and to their own opinion, but since so many people pointed out the same thing, I thought I'd acknowledge it. Plus, also give people an update that there's been no problems! I probably sounded defensive, but we put a lot of work into this bathroom and this video and for people to only point out the negatives and say nothing positive, it gets pretty tiresome. That's all!

[@tommyftw4996]

Becky Excell Well the bathroom looks great 👍 you both done a great job

[@BeckyExcell]

@@tommyftw4996 Thanks Tommy, that means a lot! x

[@ryangi5]

You guys did an amazing job!

[@jamielee8442]

Plasterboard is cheapish but not the best substrate to have for a bathroom. Always invest in your materials, cement base board is brilliant for intermittent wet areas :) Just a heads up if you plan on doing any work in additional bathrooms or changing the bathroom in the future. Also with any substrate you must apply joint tape! This gave me anxiety watching you put the ready mixed adhesive on without joint tape lol but with that, he did an amazing job!

[@jaclynelise2966]

Jamie Lee we use Greenboard a lot. Not sure if that's just a product in the states but it's water resistant drywall. Works great in damp areas. Then we use cement board in showers and tubs.

[@askitchenerr]

Hi, great vid! Please could i ask the dimensions of your bathroom? It would be nice to see if we could recreate something similar in a small space?

[@deadepic7314]

Great job. Looking at doing the same to my bathroom. May I ask how much all the materials cost in total?

[@TheBundybundy]

Where did you get your vanity unit sink?

[@katiekati3138]

Damn that bathroom turned out fantastic! Btw I'm in love with your accent 😍

[@Itsmeandmyadhd]

I live in a council flat so they no way I can take the whole bathroom out as we not allow will be painting around it

[@questionmark9819]

Looks lovely but my pet hate for bathrooms is showers that have only a stand under shower head. I can't really see inside because of the screen but it appears that you don't have a hose and hand held shower, do you not find that annoying? Apart from that, it's beautiful.

[@AMortificare]

I'm not a pro far from it ...but u guys didn't do the tile work properly. You could get mold behind those tiles. And that's gonna fall off or even damage the plasterboard, which you didn't waterproof in the joints. I like the after shots and results tho. really pretty bathroom. A shame you didn't read up on how to make it the 'right way'. Hope you can take the time to learn from your whoopsies.

[@Ziiinky]

looks amazing!!!

[@shan-a-saurusrex7853]

Woweeee, your bathroom looks amazing!! Great job!! 😀

[@alamsworld5460]

I really enjoyed this video. Thank you. Mark is amazing. Can u do a complete house tour please and also state where everything was from esp in your bathroom. Thank you so much. Keep uploading great videos.

[@kostantinoskoustas1732]

Very nice job! Can you please tell me how can i find the colour type or code that is behind you in the beginning of the video?

[@tejaazhane4292]

I subscribed as soon as you said “ look at my slippers” and then did that laugh lol

[@skullsnroses6617]

Looks great! Mark done a brilliant job

[@rosinabegum2469]

He did a fantastic job!

[@lukasz070485]

Just one thing in bathroom you should have use moisture resistant green plasterboards.

[@katereynardferguson9064]

Stunning!!!!!!!

[@Amkreth]

Such a fantastic job, well done to you both. Absolutely in love with the vanity sink unit, could I ask where you got it from?

[@lisagialucci2296]

I loved the navy tile, if your happy that’s what is important 💚

[@julianosanka6664]

Omg amazing job for an amateur builder, even though it's kinda late it's good to put waterproofing paint before tiles in case of leaking. Anyway not just a bathroom tour, a whole house... 😂😂😂

[@BeckyExcell]

Thanks so much! The whole house will have to come next haha x

[@antonioakiki3716]

Not in case, it will leak

[@wendyshouse3300]

They did such amazing job ,they should of used hardieboard not plaster board around the bath etc 🙋🏼‍♀️

[@tpes638]

Hi Becky, this is brilliant. I can't believe it wasn't a professional job! Please would you mind saying where your sink cabinet and other fittings were from? I'm tackling my own bathroom soon and love what you've chosen xx

[@BeckyExcell]

We bought it from a local Plumber's merchant - most of it was branded with Bristan and came in really cheap! xx

[@tpes638]

Thanks so much xx

[@HandleKingHardware]

Those robe hooks on the back of the door are adorable!

[@veronicag3965]

Looks great you did an amazing job. Where is your bath from?

[@karenjones1897]

hi, becky & mark! really a beautiful job all the way around. love the window ledges as the wood really stands out against the white tile and fixtures. i love the tub and sink shapes too. mark - you do excellent work! you too, becky! hugs! ~k

[@BeckyExcell]

Thanks so much, this video has been a long time in the making so we were so glad to show you finally! x

[@olivethis]

Very well done!!

[@rednatalieee]

Great job :) How much did it cost you overall? (Also presume the insulation is only on that wall to for sound transference into the room next door! :D )

[@jojoply]

Great job! Looks lovely.

[@asdfgMustafa]

Wow! It's beautiful. You guys are so brave to take on such a project!! 😃

[@mafasantana]

Hi, I was wondering if me and my partner could do one, cuz we got a quote of 7000 (which i think we could find a cheaper one) how much cost the entire bathroom?

[@christinegriffiths936]

Grad photo in the bathroom?

[@thedrifflife5792]

Enjoyed your vlog lovely...I'm in the process of renovations myself. Great video....I love the bathroom:)

[@Force05289]

I like the floor but in my bathroom I would put wood tile it is pretty much tile that looks the wood.

[@mariar2183]

Beautiful, very talented. Looks soooo gooood👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@bethjxoxo2044]

Wow, Mark done so well! 😀

[@almostmuddy4581]

😀🔢😀

[@lailabegum6089]

He did well didn't he 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@soffittaa]

What an amazing job Mark did!! I’m planning on doing a mini renovation on my bathroom, where is that awesome flooring from??

[@BeckyExcell]

We got it from a local flooring company, but it was this one! www.remlandcarpets.co.uk/vinyl-flooring/something-different/baroque?gclid=CjwKCAiA4t_iBRApEiwAn-vt-4CQ8n-Iff0zntE3J22Ow4Y9qkX0Tte9bx9TR4kxzrD16SCXfkxBOxoCOR4QAvD_BwE#lisbon-196

[@stevel.6046]

looks good but this shower wont last more than 5 years without waterproofing. The only way to fix it is to start from the studs and do it over tbh. I strongly recommend schluter kerdi system for a water proofing system. Video was well done though!

[@arbit3r]

You did a very good job on the tiling. Its not an easy job esp mitering the beading. I think the plasterboard will come back and haunt you however unless you used some kind of epoxy grout. Even moisture resistant plasterboard is not recommended for shower area as water can still get through it and soak the timber framing behind. The slightest crack in the grout or silicon and water will start soaking the plasterboard and your tiles will start falling off one at a time. How do I know? I see it all the time! Could take years and years however so I would just keep an eye on the grout and silicon and you should be fine.

[@BeckyExcell]

Thanks for the advice! We'll definitely keep an eye on it - we went for aquapanels in our small bathroom after reading all the comments on this video, but totally agree that that's not totally waterproof either! The grout is supposed to be 'water-repellent' so hopefully that'll keep things in good condition for a while x

[@moiragoldsmith7052]

Well done 👏👏👏

[@KrakowAdrian]

Hi, I have to do my bathroom makeover! Your movie is quiet inspiring to me. Regards, A.

[@katarzyna1161]

Well done for Mark!!

[@doves750]

Becky; i just seen you on Facebook sponsoring **Nairns** Oat products. So happy and excited for you! :D

[@BeckyExcell]

Thank you, it was fun! 😄x

[@godsucks6391]

You should of used aquaboard instead of normal plaster board

[@projectchaser]

Great video quality, what did you use to film?

[@BeckyExcell]

We used a Canon G7X Mark II x

[@babascustomlegocreations8837]

Wow what a Difference! did you know your video is 2nd when you search "renovation" on youtube?

[@palekiayang8010]

Wow.... it looks amazing and very professional! Where did you get the flooring from and how did you get it to "stick"?

[@BeckyExcell]

Thanks so much!! We got the flooring from a local flooring shop but this is the one: www.remlandcarpets.co.uk/vinyl-flooring/something-different/baroque#lisbon-196 We used a special spray adhesive like this: www.screwfix.com/p/no-nonsense-contact-adhesive-natural-500ml/32657?tc=EB3&ds_kid=92700023141680504&ds_rl=1249416&ds_rl=1241687&ds_rl=1245250&ds_rl=1247848&ds_rl=1245250&gclid=CjwKCAiArK_fBRABEiwA0gOOcwB7FvISZBmwwGkLyqJXaMv8O4ft99cnh78PBMWFoxob2dCo6-7qhBoCsoMQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds Hope that helps!

[@sansastark1539]

you should have make an italian shower

[@tracyfarebrother2018]

Looks amazing xxx

[@heffo1992]

Lovely Renovation, Did you put any seal between the bath and the tiles?

[@BeckyExcell]

Yes, it's a little hard to see because everything is white! Thanks for watching x

[@badroenisaderoos1182]

Awesome

[@jean-charlesbreque2774]

Très beau carrelage ! Évidement les carreaux Métro sont à la mode. Mais je crains le pire... aucun joint étanche entre les planches de contre plaqué et pas de peinture étanche non plus. Il ne suffira de pas plus d'un ou deux ans pour apercevoir les dégâts. Courage au travailleur qui se donne du mal pour rien.

[@BoazsCrown222]

Beautiful!

[@jessicaturner767]

Hi new to your channel and loved seeing the transformation welll done to ur husband what color grout did u use ple

[@BeckyExcell]

Thanks so much, glad you enjoyed it! The colour was cement grey x

[@UrbanPlumbers]

shame about those compression fittings on the towel rail and pipe tails not coming out where they should. Oterwise good job!

[@mturawa]

How many hours (approximately) did this renovation take?

[@BeckyExcell]

That's a tough one as there was a lot of downtime waiting for things to arrive... I'd say we could have done it in a solid week working 9-5 every day xx

[@kylemccrae6347]

You have used the wrong type of gypo guys

[@lazycarper7925]

great job im a plumber and ive done hundreds and thats a great job

[@tracykeenan4449]

You should have sealed that plasterboard because grout is porous

[@sandramullen7804]

Prefered the before ! Not a fan of tbese tiles as reminds me of public toilets . Loved the blue ones before sorry . Also no sealent on plasterboard or tape may cause future water damage. 😨😨😨😨

[@Sarah-qh5dj]

I bet you're fun at parties, Sandra 🙄

[@jamiekebart377]

Great job

[@ARM1886]

Nice one Mark

[@zinky130]

day 3, and all stripped out.... yeah i do bathrooms renovation for a living (atm eperience to do plumbing) and 3 days in a rip out id get my ass handed to me. XD

[@rmiah626]

Does your partner work in the trade?

[@lauireruiz3946]

Renovation 2019 but uploaded in July 2018 🤔 hmmmmm

[@noukhollands]

Nooooo THAT flooring is cool but eventualy underneath gets moleded

[@queendejean]

sooo.. nobody caught Barack? 👀

[@azrasalkanovic9288]

You keep Obama's photo in bathroom? Omg, weird.

[@DawnViper]

Uhhhhh, you didn't waterproof? That's going to be rotted in around a year and you're going to need to rip everything up and start over. Bad luck!

[@aquallisplumbingltd5120]

Not going to last at all. Pay cheap pay twice.

[@lindab8397]

Too much talking 🤦‍♀️🤦‍♀️🤦‍♀️🤦‍♀️🤦‍♀️

[@brendahodges-pate9555]

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[@U2b5703]

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[@Lasomie]

you look like a white cardi b

[@jeanetteramos3135]

He did great job

[@K114LED]

Looks amazing.

[@leifprice8836]

A lot of videos are good. This one sure counts one.