Reinventing Your Bathroom
When homeowners plan and start the process of home improvement, more often than not they think about working on only the well-used spaces like kitchens, living rooms, and bedrooms. All efforts, both the homeowner and contractor, and resources are focused on these areas while areas tucked away in a corner that is seldom visited are given less to no time, attention, and effort while remodeling the home.
Reinventing the Bathroom, of all places, is actually the easiest room to remodel. It is such a small space and has great remodeling potential. Bathroom remodels can serve a practical purpose. Remodeling your bathroom would allow you to add and upgrade storage spaces, switch to easier to clean bathroom vanities, and switch to water-saving bathroom fixtures.
Here are twelve quick and easy to implement ideas to reinvent your bathroom:
Repaint the Walls
The moisture in the air in bathrooms results in wallpapers and paint getting damaged quicker. Because of this, more than the remodel, bathroom walls should be painted every few years. Repainting the walls with a fresh coat of paint instantly gives the feeling of a well-maintained bathroom.
There is no precise science in choosing the right colors, most homeowners spent a great amount of time trying to decide on a color scheme that would work and look great.
If you’re looking to create a statement bathroom you could opt to paint with bright colors, choosing colors that may not necessarily complement each other but rather grab the attention of people looking at it. On the other hand, some homeowners prefer to create a spa-like bathroom choosing earth-tone colors that complement each other gives the bathroom a homey and warm vibe
Use Mirrors as Decors
Mirrors are a necessity in all bathrooms, however more than that mirrors can be used as decors. Mirrors are the perfect tool to make the bathroom seem larger and feel brighter. There are different types of mirrors that would have different effects on how your bathroom would look like.
A full-length mirror in a corner would reflect light better and would be great for small bathrooms while framed mirrors hanging over the vanity would give a more polished and fancier look.
Improve the Lighting
As you work on remodeling your bathroom, why not include upgrading your current lighting to improve the brightness, functionality, and mood of your bathroom. Given the space and the activities performed in the bathroom, the type of lighting that you install in the bathroom is important. It can greatly contribute to the mood and theme you are trying to work with. You can start by replacing the standard lightbulb with flat chandeliers or ceiling lights and pin lights, ambient lighting, and behind the mirror lights. All of which will maximize and enhance the use of the other features of your bathroom.
Decorative Storage Spaces
Every bathroom needs storage, bigger bathrooms have an advantage in this area, but a small bathroom gets you to be more creative in your storage spaces. Besides its functionality, aesthetically designed storage spaces can also serve the purpose of being bathroom decors.
Wicker baskets set on a ladder shelf or countertop would tie together for a homey bathroom. Built-in wall spaces are a great space saver and can give the feeling of a modern contemporary bathroom. Dark wood and black steel shelves would give the bathroom an industrial feel.
Utilize Unexpected Spots
Your home would greatly benefit from maximizing every nook and cranny of your bathroom, especially if you have a small bathroom. The spots that you can maximize the most are the areaa above the toilet can also be used, shelves can be built or even bought ready to use and be used as additional storage space. A towel warmer can be installed above the door and serve both as a shelf and keep your towels soft and warm. Another idea is to use baskets, it can be both decorative and functional. Using baskets mounted on shelves instead of cabinets, or adding a basket on your vanity to store the odds and ends on top of it can make the vanity look better and your stuff organized.
Free-standing Sinks, Vanities, and Bathtub
Gone are the days of fixtures in the bathroom having four corners. A rectangular-shaped sink, vanity, and bathtub, whether built into the wall or not, take up a lot of space. Current trends in interior design lean towards free-standing sinks, vanities, and bathtubs. Some designs, in the case of sinks and vanities, can even be wall-mounted. These are not only space-saving and give the illusion of an open floor plan it also looks modern and elegant.
Double Sink Vanity
A trend nowadays, especially for master bathrooms or shared bathrooms, is the double sink vanity. Some homeowners may think it is a waste of space, but the double sink vanity is the ideal solution for sharing the bathroom and working on your daily routines while maintaining the space needed for everyone to wash up, brush their teeth, and apply make-up at the same time.
Although considered a luxury since you’re technically paying for two vanities when you can make do with one, it’s a feature of your home that can make your home desirable and add value.
Elegant Tiling and Counter Tops
Another way to reinvent your bathroom is by changing re-tiling it and changing the materials. Classic tile materials like marble rarely go out of style and bring a level of luxury that no other material can give. Some homeowners would assume that marble is expensive and would tend to veer away from it, although this is not the case anymore. There is a wide range of selection in both design and price. You can opt to choose marble tiles for walls and countertops and can give a tasteful and stylish look.
Picking Out Decor
Your bathroom, being one of the smallest rooms in your home, is very easy to decorate. Select a few pieces that could easily be coordinated and go well with your bathroom theme. The most common decors that can be found in home bathrooms are brightly colored accent walls, framed wall decors like pictures, vinyl, or magazine covers, a vase of flowers on the vanity, a statement catch-all tray on the vanity for odds and ends, and so much more. It would be best to understand your style and how the bathroom would look like to make it easier to pick your decor.
Add an Accent Chair
Besides the toilet, it would be worthwhile to add another chair in the bathroom. Make room in your remodeled bathroom for an accent chair. It might seem unconventional but it is actually very practical. Imagine sitting on a comfortable chair while you go about your business instead of sitting cross-legged on the floor. The chair also doubles as a decor that adds color and personality to your bathroom.
Consider Installing Heated Flooring
If part of your remodeling plan is re-tiling the bathroom, you might want to consider adding heated flooring. Usual bathroom tiles like ceramic and natural stone tiles like marble are naturally cold compared to other tiles. It’s a jolt to the senses when you step on the stone-cold floor at any time of the day, especially for places that experience winter. Although considered a luxury, Installing heated flooring would add value to your home, transforming your bathroom from basic to comfortable and appealing. Plus, it can actually save you money on energy costs in the long term, as they’re more efficient to heat a space than a central heating system.
Enhance the Atmosphere
The last step that you can do in reinventing your bathroom is enhancing the atmosphere. A clean and well-maintained bathroom is already peaceful enough to look at. But other small things that you can do are lighting a scented candle, setting up mood lights, wiring a sound system to play music for long baths, or even getting a cady for your bathtub that can hold a book and a wine glass. These small ideas will tie things together and make your bathroom almost feel like a spa – a relaxing place to start and end your day.
Final Thoughts
Your bathroom should always be clean and look bright to have a calming effect on you as you go about your day. When it comes to your bathroom a little effort into its upkeep can go a long way into making it a relaxing bathroom. As you go through the remodeling process always remember to keep it classy, balanced, and suited to your taste. The bathroom is a sacred space where you prepare and cleanse yourself as you start and end your day. For all the comfort it provides, the bathroom could be reinvented into a functional and classy space for you. These 12 simple easy to implement ideas are a foolproof guide to giving your bathroom the makeover it deserves.
