A bathroom should be a place of luxury.  Whatever the state of the rest of your home, your bathroom should be an oasis of calm and cleanliness.  It may be the only place in the house where you get a quiet moment to yourself without the kids asking where their football boots are and the cat circling your legs for food.  A simple lick of paint in the bathroom, a thorough clean of the tiles and porcelain, along with a beautiful set of taps will be set off nicely with some candles and bubble bath.  A simple makeover like this won't cost you the earth, either!  Remember to buy quality when it comes to your 'brassware' in the bathroom as it gets heavy usage in a family home.  If you pay a little extra now, you'll reap the benefits for years to come.