$15,000 Whole House Makeover: Room-by-Room Breakdown!
Are you curious how I transformed my entire home on a $15,000 budget? In this video, I take you room by room to share every detail of this full house makeover. From dramatic feature walls and custom cabinetry to stylish lighting and functional updates, I’ll show you how I maximized every dollar. Along the way, I’ll break down the cost of each space, highlight the DIY projects that saved me a fortune, and reveal the total cost of this ambitious project.
Whether you’re looking for budget-friendly renovation tips or inspiration for your own home, this makeover has something for everyone. Watch until the end for the grand reveal and see how the whole house came together! Below, you’ll find a detailed cost breakdown of all the supplies and materials used in this transformation.
Supplies & Costs
Master Bedroom
90mm x 2.7m Pine Timber Lengths x 8 – $138
Calido Tall Shade in Natural Linen x 2 – $366
Sheer White Curtains – $30
Black Curtain Rod – $40
Total: $591.40
Laundry
Tile Glue – $56
Degreaser – $15
Tiles – $100
Liquid Nails – $17
No More Gaps – $15
MDF Wood Panels (1200mm x 600mm) x 5 – $100
Shelf Brackets x 6 – $24
Timber Bench Top – $39
Pine Shelves x 2 – $36
Total: $402
Ensuite
New Toilet Seat – $23
Paint Brush – $7
Paint Roller – $8
Paint Colour (Garden Rooftop by British Paints, same tin as laundry)
White Grout – $47
Krud Kutter Degreaser – $20
Total: $105
Study
Timber Acoustic Wall Panels x 5 – $500
Total: $500
Dining Room
Cream Paint (Antique Ivory, same tin as kitchen)
Grey Feature Wall Paint – $50
Light Fitting – $343
Total: $393
Kitchen
Dulux Renovation Range Primer – $72.50
Dulux Renovation Range Cabinet Paint – $101.50
Wooden Panels Added to Back of Bench x 10 – $580
Clear Polyurethane Varnish – $13.63
Window Cleaner – $2.49
Paint Brushes – $7.40
Door Handles – $70
Plaster Glue – $21
Plaster Sheets – $35
Plaster Tape – $20
Iron-On Melamine Strips – $30
White Subway Tiles – $240
Tile Glue – $56
Timber for Edge Strips on Doors x 16 – $96
Half Round Wood Beading x 16 – $96
Liquid Nails – $17
No More Gaps – $15
Cooktop – $230
Dishwasher – $400
Total: $2,103
Bedroom 2
Paint Brush – $8
Blue Paint Colour (Taubmans, Team Spirit) – $56
Timber Panels x 13 – $202
18 Gauge 30mil Brad Nails – $8
Total: $274
Bathroom
Vanity – $479
Vanity Top – $132
Basin – $120
Floor Tiles – $200
Wall Tiles – $600
Bath – $250
Cement Sheet – $80
Framing Timber – $60
Waterproofing Primer – $50
Waterproofing Tape – $50
Waterproofing – $67
Tile Glue – $100
Silicone (4 tubes) – $26
Shower Base – $120
Mirror – $150
Total: $2,484
Front Entry
Floor Tiles – $240
Grey Grout (Silver Fox) – $48
Tile Glue – $41
MDF Wall Panels x 4 – $61.56
Wall Paint (White and Grey, reused existing paint)
Front Door Paint (Garden Rooftop Enamel) – $74
Wall Hooks x 3 – $27
Total: $491
Flooring
Vinyl Planks (Installed) – $3,300
Carpet (Installed) – $2,600
Total: $5,900
Trades
Plumber – $800
Electrician – $750
Total: $1,550
House Trim Paint
Taubman’s 3-in-1 Primer (10L) – $198
Aquanamel White Gloss (10L) – $255
Door Handles x 8 – $176
Total: $629
Grand Total: $15,400
And there you have it—a complete home makeover for just $15,000! From the kitchen to the master bedroom, every room now tells a story of creativity, resourcefulness, and bold design choices. This project proves that you don’t need an enormous budget to achieve stunning results. I hope this video inspires you to take on your own renovation projects and shows that with the right planning, a little DIY, and smart spending, anything is possible. Let me know in the comments which room is your favourite or if you have any questions about the process—I'd love to hear your thoughts!