Small Improvements in Your Bathroom That Will Make a Big Difference

Having a lavish and aesthetic bathroom in your home is an aspect almost everyone wishes for, but not everyone works toward having one. If you are not entirely happy and satisfied with your existing, plain, and not so exciting bathroom — the one your builder handed over to you with bland décor, you need to up your game in increasing its aesthetic value. It will not only improve the overall look of your house, but will also make it adaptive to use. There are so many different changes you can do to remodel your bathroom, which need not be too grand or too expensive.

Here are a few tips for carrying out small changes in your bathroom which will make it look completely different and new:

Change the lighting and illumination

Lighting is probably one of the most sought after and important aspects when it comes to the look of a space. And when you think of bathrooms, they already have less access to natural light. Consider changing the lighting, which will not only improve the mood, but will also complement the functionality. You could add lights that change according to the mood you desire. For instance, having dimmer lights while relaxing in the tub, or brighter lights around the mirror while getting dressed or applying your makeup, or overhead lights while you take a shower, are a few examples of how you can remodel the lighting of your bathroom for better functionality and aesthetics.

Replace the hardware

If you have a lot of cabinets or drawers in your bathroom, you can surely consider changing the hardware. This is a small change, but can make a major difference. You could have handles and doorknobs that completely offset with the color palette and not at all complimentary. Try to study the color palette of your bathroom and work out the best hardware that can support the overall look. Brass hardware is outdated now, so do not be afraid to experiment by not choosing metal hardware. 

Change the linens and fabrics

Often going unnoticed, the linen in your bathroom, say, the towels and napkins can make a huge difference if upgraded. Do not hold on to the cheaper towels and napkins just because they are inexpensive. The cheap material can degrade the overall look of your space. Also, make sure to choose white or neutral shades if you are ambiguous about the color palette. Other fabrics in your bathroom, such as the window curtains and shower curtain can be changed as well. All these fabric changes will come together in a way you could not imagine.

New flooring

By new flooring we do not mean to go through the hassle of taking the old tiles out and replacing them with the new ones. It can simply be changed by putting on a new sheet of vinyl with the shade or texture you want. But be sure to research and check whether the selected flooring goes over your old tiled flooring or not. Also, ask and check if it is thoroughly water-resistant or not and its durability to wear and tear. 

Add accessories

With a number of fancy bathroom accessories available on the market, you can add a touché to your bathroom walls. Consider using bathroom organizers which will greatly increase the space in your bathroom by allowing you to use wall space left empty. Toothpaste and shaving kit holders stand for holding shower kits and necessary items, and fancy hooks for hanging towels are a few examples of wall accessories that you can add. You can buy these in any material and design you like, whichever suits your décor.

Add mirrors

Mirrors have the ability to create an illusion of a larger space when it is not too big. You can place full-length mirrors on plain walls. Firstly, mirrors are absolutely necessary for a bathroom because this is where a large chunk of your time goes into getting ready, and secondly, these can transform your bathroom aesthetically as well. You can also buy mirrors with frames that go with the furniture and color palette and thus blend well.

Upgrade the fixtures

When we suggested changing the hardware, you could also consider changing the fixtures because these probably would have gotten old, and the modern designs would do justice to achieve a contemporary aesthetic. You could work out the metal hardware and new fixtures together to achieve the best combination. 

Use paint or wallpaper

Painting your walls can obviously give your bathroom a makeover, and there is no question about that. Painting can be a cheap option to make that difference. Also, because the bathroom is a small area, you will not end up spending more time doing it. The walls and the shades you choose will determine the overall color palette of the space. An important tip to consider is to choose a paint brand that is high in quality and comes with a satin finish. This is important because your bathroom is an area that faces the maximum moisture development. The paint you use can avoid and block the development of mold, which is why it is important to choose the right paint.

An alternative to using paint is sticking the wallpaper of your choice. It is quicker and does not involve a lot of hassle or mess. You can get thousands of designs or prints in wallpapers, and it is a nice way to add some quirk in the bathroom space, especially if you choose a rustic or a traditional décor theme. It is durable and easy to remove when you want to change the look in the coming years.

Make sure that whatever changes you decide to make, you plan them all together and not step by step. A holistic picture of what you want to achieve is very important. If you do not do this, it will lead to a lot of confusion, and you would be destroying the aesthetic you wished for. Even though these changes are small, they can create a massive difference and give you a completely new bathroom, looking like it came straight out of a design magazine!