Your Guide to Designing the Ultimate Bathroom
One high traffic area in your home that can add value with a makeover is the bathroom. Some small changes in the interior design of this room in your home can make it more attractive and an affordable project for you to undertake before the winter season begins. Keep in mind that you?ll need to make a budget, shop carefully for the new fixtures that you want to include, and to do some of the work yourself so that you can save more money. You?ll want to get the best value for your money and use ideas that make use of the space that you have effectively.
- The Lighting
Never cut corners on the lighting that you place in your bathroom. You need good lighting so that you can shave or apply your make-up without any trouble. The lighting that you choose can also make the room seem larger, will highlight all the design elements that you have picked, and can enhance the atmosphere, especially if you add a dimmer switch to control the lighting mood. Choose fixtures that will use energy-efficient bulbs for more savings. If you don't have the knowledge to add or modify lighting in your bathroom, always hire a professional tradesman to do this work for you.
- The Bath and Shower
If you prefer using the shower for your daily grooming, you might want to consider buying a shower cabin or steam shower that can benefit your health and physical needs. Steam can help your muscles to feel better after workouts, any respiratory ailments to be alleviated, and any pain and stress you might suffer from to be reduced. Soaking in a comfortable whirlpool or freestanding bath can melt away your frustrations and help you enjoy a better night?s sleep.
- The Walls
An aesthetically pleasing way to dress up your walls is with tile that comes in light and airy colours to create an illusion of space. If you use tile, you?ll find it's easier to clean and maintain with simple warm, soapy water and a soft cloth. If you choose this option, you?ll pay more than you would for paint, which can be applied much faster, and is a project that you can do with minimal effort, and your selection of colours will be much larger than with tile. Use a neutral colour, white, or off-white to make this space look fresh, classic, and to coordinate it with your plumbing and lighting fixtures more naturally.
- The Flooring
The flooring that you choose should enhance the space that you have and be safe and secure for you as you exit the shower cabin or freestanding bath (if installed). You should pick tile that is slip resistant; many types of tile are created with small indentations that keep you from slipping in pools of water that gather on the floor after your shower or bath. If you have a small bathroom you should consider large tiles with patterns that add to your decor.