analysis: How to Design Your Bathroom: The Top Tips to Know

1. Create the layout

Notes:

• You can’t start your bathroom renovation without first laying out the space. Most bathrooms have limited square footage — and access to water pipes. Still, you should lay everything out before you start demolishing your bathroom.
• Figure out what you must have in your bathroom or what luxuries you want to add. For example, you could carve out a small space next to the toilet if you’d like to use a bidet. Fancy jacuzzi tubs, double-sink vanities, oversized showers and other upgrades might also be on your radar.
• Once everything has a place, you can move forward with your bathroom design.
• QUESTION?
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2. Light it right

Notes:

• No one wants to get ready in a dark bathroom. Instead, make sure your space has ample light, especially near the mirror.
• Your best bet is to have wall-mounted lights on the side of your mirror, as well as a light shining overhead. This way, your face will be illuminated as you shave or put on makeup, for example. The more light, the better!
• The decor adds nicely to surrounding area.

  • RECESSED LIGHTING:

    positioned strategically throughout the bathroom including over the vanity, shower, and bath area. Recessed lighting provides ample lighting without taking up ceiling space. You can also control recessed lighting with different switches so as to light up a particular area as needed:
    VIEW: bathroom recessed lighting

  • VANITY LIGHTING:

    lighting that is attached to the wall that lights up the mirror and sink area. As noted, used for bodily preparation:
    VIEW: bathroom vanity lights

  • PENDANT LIGHTING:

    beautifully designed pendant lights that hang from the ceiling illuminating the vanity and other bath areas:
    VIEW: bathroom pendant lighting

  • CEILING MOUNTS:

    basic light fixtures mounted to the ceiling. A nice option for small bathrooms that lack ceiling space for other lighting types:
    VIEW: bathroom ceiling mount light ideas

• QUESTION?
  7 Must-Read Tips On Choosing Bathroom Lighting

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3. Choose storage to fit your budget

Notes:

• In a perfect world, your bathroom remodel would include custom cabinetry. If this is in your budget, you can create a vanity that suits your style to a T.
• However, you can still upgrade your storage if you can’t afford custom-fitted cabinetry. One option is to purchase pre-fabricated cabinets that will fit into your space. They may not be precisely what you had in mind, but they’ll be cost-effective and close to your vision.
• You could also try sprucing up the cabinets you already have. A coat of paint can transform an older wooden material or finish. Swapping out hardware will further modernize your vanity.
• QUESTION?
  How to Paint Bathroom Cabinets

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4. Don’t forget the flooring

Notes:

• Water-resistant flooring should be on your list of bathroom essentials. Tile tends to be the most popular option, and for a good reason. It’s not only impervious to water, but it comes in a slew of shapes, sizes and colors.
• You can easily customize your bathroom with a new floor. Just be sure to choose a less polished material so that you don’t slip on your new bathroom floors.
• Other flooring options include:

  • HARDWOOD:

    preferably for small bathrooms that do not have a bath or shower. High room moisture and water drippage can warp hardwood floors:
    INFO: Is Wood Flooring in the Bathroom a Good Idea?

  • ENGINEERED WOOD:

    if you like the look and feel of wood, then engineered wood would be a better option than solid hardwood. It can hold up to better with water damage than hardwood:
    INFO: Should You Use Engineered Hardwood Flooring in a Bathroom?

  • LUXURY VINYL PLANKS:

    luxury vinyl is one of the best options for bathroom flooring. Vinyl is water resistant and easy to maintain. You can find all types of styles including wood. Something that might work without the worry of water damage:
    INFO: Can Vinyl Flooring Be Used In A Bathroom?

  • CARPET:

    certainly softer and warmer to the touch, but not the best option for bathrooms with tubs and showers. Wet carpets can mold and eventually rot the subfloors:
    INFO: Why You Shouldn’t Put Carpet in the Bathroom

• QUESTION?
  The Best Options for Bathroom Floor Tile

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5. Opt for a soothing color

Notes:

• Your bathroom should be a retreat. Don’t choose a color that gives off any other vibe. In most cases, light blues and greys create this serene vibe. You might consider another shade to be your version of soothing.
• We suggest going with a soft, muted or pastel hue, even if a cool blue doesn’t suit your taste.
• DESIGN IT YOUR WAYThese five tips can help you design your bathroom, but, in the end, it’s all down to your decision-making and decorating tastes.
• So, start drawing up layouts and perusing potential materials. Soon enough, you’ll have the soothing retreat of your dreams — and an incredible investment in your home, as well.

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