Unconventional Plumbing Design Ideas

Sometimes you need to upgrade your bathroom fixtures or even the kitchen, because of the normal wear and tear. In other instances, you might just want a fresh new look. Nevertheless, if you need to renovate your bathroom or your kitchen, you can use some of these unconventional plumbing design ideas.

Sensor activated faucets and smart toilets

Thanks to the advancements in technology, even washing hands is now more convenient. All you need to do is put your hands under the faucet and it will automatically turn on and release water. Come to think of it, without having to touch the faucet handles, the risk of spreading germs and bacteria can be reduced significantly. These types of faucets are very beneficial especially if there are children in your household.

In the same manner, modern toilets that utilize sensors are now gaining popularity. These toilets are designed to help you clean up after you do your business through automatic bidets and drying features. However, installing a smart toilet entails the need for a modern upgrade in your plumbing design so that various sensors can be incorporated and properly mounted.

Exposed pipes

Covering up a number of exposed pipes requires a lot of effort. There are instances wherein you need the expertise of professionals offering plumbing services to ensure that no pipes are leaking when you do cover them up. However, an easier way to make these pipes instantly vanish is by painting them in the same hue as your ceiling or walls. In this way, these are inclined to blend in with the room. Another way to camouflage exposed pipes is by using them as your interior design accents. For instance, they can function as a unique railing in a loft design, as long as the exposed tubing are not the hot water pipes. These can also be converted into an additional storage space depending on where these are situated. But when all else, don’t seem to work, painting an exposed pipe or a number of tubing in a bold and distinct color can do the trick, making these a room centerpiece.

Floating basins and standalone tubs

Above the counter basins are the trend in modern kitchen and bathroom look nowadays. The eyes tend to gravitate to a floating basin or a standalone tub, making it the focal point of a kitchen or a bathroom. The overall look and theme of the kitchen or bathroom will then revolve around this centerpiece. Add to this a detachable spray hose faucet, which even adds a more up to date look, apart from being more functional. However, these fixtures tend to occupy a large area and are really not recommended for those with a limited bathroom or kitchen space.

A bathroom or kitchen upgrade is sometimes necessary to maintain its functionality, especially to accommodate a growing family. In other cases, the bathroom or kitchen just needs a new look. Nonetheless, consider some of those unconventional plumbing design ideas, which are both modern and functional.