Bathroom Improvement Tips

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When you move into a new place, you can instantly see the decorating potential for each room as you start to unpack. However, the bathroom seems to be the undisputed exception to this rule. While you might find yourself routinely rearranging furniture in the living room, reorganising your kitchen, and making little changes to the bedroom, the bathroom looks exactly the same as when you moved in. This might be because you feel that, being such a small space, there’s not much you can do with the bathroom. But believe it or not, the bathroom has just as much decorating potential as the rest of the house. Keep reading for some simple bathroom makeover tips.

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Tiles

Most bathrooms are decorated with tiles because they are easier to clean and maintain than paint or wallpaper, particularly when you factor in the excessive steam that will come from the shower. However, this means that changing the colour scheme in your bathroom will be really time consuming and expensive, or so you think. You don’t have to spend a lot of money on taking them down and putting up new ones. Removable adhesive tiles are quick and easy to put up, and they don’t damage the walls when you take them down. This is a great feature when you’re renting, or when you want to redecorate again.

Towel radiator

If you have a particularly small bathroom, a towel radiator is a perfect way to keep the space warm, especially during the winter months. They fit tightly on the wall, can squeeze into those awkward corners and do not sit on the floor taking up essential space as a standard radiator would. The design of radiators has come a long way, so look on websites like Warmehaus for a contemporary design that complements the style you’re going for. You’ll enjoy taking baths a lot more once you know you won’t be cold getting out of the tub.

Lighting

A new lampshade can dramatically alter the look of the room for the better. Glass lampshades are a great place to start with this. They won’t get damaged by steam, and are fantastically easy to wipe down if they become dirty, unlike a standard fabric lampshade. Whilst it’s easy to think of glass lampshades as plain, there are hundreds of different styles available to you: from minimalistic black and white to bold, powerful colours, and even nautical designs.

Countertops

Updating the countertops can change the whole appearance of the bathroom in just one step. Rather than plain old white, which easily shows up the dirt, there are many other options available. Despite being expensive, granite countertops are worth considering. A quick wipe-down with warm water is all it needs to stay clean, and they are so durable and low-maintenance that you’ll never need to replace them. Each granite worktop has patterns and whirls that are as unique as someone’s signature. Laminate glass is also easy to clean, and it can give your bathroom and sleek, modern look.

Bathroom Accessories

Adding accessories can significantly complete the overall setup of your bathroom. When choosing your bathroom décor and furnishing, aside from their design and aesthetic appeal, you must also consider if these materials can be placed in a high-moisture environment. For instance, you can opt for metals such as brass, bronze, or nickel since they are known to withstand moisture and constant exposure to water. 

Furnishing your bathroom with accessories such as a soap dish or dispenser, toothbrush holder, and the likes can make your space both functional and stylish. Additionally, you can install grab bars in your bathroom walls to help prevent accidents. You can mount a grab bar either in the shower or right by the bathtub for accessibility purposes.

You can also install towel hooks or bars, which allow your towels to air dry effortlessly. Aside from this, you can have the opportunity to display your beautiful bathroom linens. The market today has a variety of options for bath towels to choose from- different styles and different materials. But since towels play a very important role in our hygiene, it is best that you get yours from a reputable towel manufacturer.

Moreover, it’d be good to note that the key to accessorizing is to keep it simple and minimal. You wouldn’t want to crowd your space with so many accessories and furnishing. Know what you need and the amount of space you have, that way, you won’t go over the top and cramp your bathroom space.

Take Away

Improving your bathroom can be an exciting project. It’s a great way to upgrade your living spaces while allowing you to add a personal touch to the design elements framing it. And considering the above-mentioned tips can be a good start to your renovation project.