Did you know that the average person spends 1,5 years of their life in the bathroom? Often, we do not realize that, so we rarely pay attention enough to our bathroom, and decor of the same, then we should. It is a room that we use every single day of our life, more than once. So why not spend some time transforming it, creating a stylish and functional space, that we can enjoy more the time we spend in it?
We know that simple things can make a great difference, so today we’re gonna talk about some of those.. What steps you can take, to change the overall look of your bathroom, and make it look more exotic and more spa-like.
Create wall color contrast
Ideal colors for bathrooms are usually bright colors that reflect light and make the bathroom feel spacious. Opt for a bright white, lite blue, lite green, soft sage, or ash gray… For decorating touches, use strong colors to create contrast. Be careful with darker colors if you like to add some intensity, they can work too, it will depend on the final mood you wish to create in the space. If you go for a dark color wall, make sure to incorporate lighter furniture and accessories.
For example, with a dark navy blue wall, bed linen in white color will look so elegant.
Replace, or paint bathroom furniture
For a different and refreshing look, buy a new bathroom cabinet with storage if possible, to replace all the cosmetics nicely organized in the drawers below.
Again, if you want an easy bathroom vanity update, simply paint the cabinet you already have and buy new stylish hardware accessories.
Install an oversized round mirror
Installing an oversized mirror will make your bathroom look more open. Choose one with a unique design, that will add a nice touch to the total result.
You can add some led lights behind the mirror, for creating extra atmosphere and dimension.
Elevate your Bathroom with
Beautiful New Floors
The most popular choice for the bathroom floor is a tale. Porcelain and ceramic are great options. Any flooring type you decide to install should be anti-slip and waterproof. With the right choice of floor, you can create the illusion of extra space, bring texture and elegance, and a luxury finish to the bathroom.
Create a statement design
with an accent wall
To create an accent wall in a bathroom, which will add more elegance, you could use different tiles in texture, color, and material. Think also about using vinyl wallpaper, choose water-resistant of course, and avoid to install near the shower. Typically it will help if you follow “60-30-10 the rule of color”.
The dominant color of your bathroom should be 60%, the secondary color 30%, and the accent color only 10%. If you decide to create a strong accent wall, choose neutral colors for the rest of the bathroom walls. Which wall should be an accent, depending on the caracter that you wish to create and the architecture structure of your bathroom as well.
Go for a glass shower door
A frameless shower door is a great option, especially for small bathrooms. It makes the space appear more open and airy, and it gives extra functionality to the room.
Update your bathroom design
with a pocket door
One of the most obvious places to have a pocket door is a bathroom. They slide into the wall when opened, and do not take up any space, which can be used for different purposes. It is a wonderful way to add some extra flexibility and style to the space.
Hang Large Art Work
If your bathroom has good ventilation or a window, you can decorate a wall with a large artwork of your choice. It will give nice extra color to the room, and the glass frame should reflect the light and give an effect of a mirror. What kind of art can be added to a bathroom? tink of photographs, prints, wall-hanging decor… make sure that the art you have chosen can resist some humidity in the room.
Buy Luxury Shower Towels
Give yourself a luxury spa experience at home. Purchase some high-quality, super soft, pure cotton luxury shower towels. Egyptian cotton, known for its quality and maximum absorbency, might be the perfect choice. Have in mind to simplify your color linen to fit nicely with the rest of the room shades.
Add More Accessories to Hang Items
Using hooks to hang different items can be a great way of space saving. It will keep your bathroom organized and functional, and give extra note in design.
Lighting Always Metters
Refreshing your lighting in any space of your home can always make a difference, so the same goes for your bathroom as well. Correctly positioned lighting in a bathroom is very important.
If there is a window, natural light will do its miracle, but you still need to choose wisely the design and the strength of the light that you will provide to your bathroom. You might also think about more than one source of light to make the room functional, balanced, and bright at the same time.
For ambient light remember to mount the fixture pointed up, and pointed down for task lighting. The task light should be three times as bright as the general light. Vanity lights should be positioned on both sides of the mirror for better illumination across the face.
Keep it Clean, Stay Organized
Hide all of your toiletries. Every single thing that has a place in a bathroom should be out of reach at first look. Especially near, or around the mirror. This will make the whole room look bigger, calmer, and more stylish. If possible, create some extra storage for that purpose.
Keep in mind that organized bathrooms always look more glamorous.