Six Easy Ways to Relax In Your Bathroom
Decorating your new bathroom, or redecorating it, is always a pleasure, especially once it’s complete! The bathroom offers an escape from the pressures of modern-day life, where you can go to unwind and centre yourself amidst the humdrum of the daily routine. So, while the emphasis of a redecoration may be on the décor and practical elements like your bathroom’s basin and unit, there are some points you need to keep in mind in order to ultimately get the most satisfaction out of the décor choices. After all, a beautiful bathroom that offers little or no personal joy is pointless. So, let’s take a closer look at some easy ways to make your bathroom more inviting and relaxing. We promise that these tips are easy to implement and they’ll pay off in all the best ways:
#1 Plan
Make your life a lot easier by doing plenty of planning. There are few things as capable of killing a post-bath buzz than realising, as you’re stepping out, that you don’t have a towel in which to wrap yourself. Similarly, running out of soap, shampoo, or even bubble bath can entirely ruin the experience. Planning and allowing generous storage space can keep your bathroom full of the necessities needed to make the most out of your you-time.
#2 It’s All About Happy Colours
Aside from the actual bathroom ‘hardware’ like your basin, unit, and bath, there is something easy you can do to make a lasting impact on the mood of your bathroom. Choose a soothing colour scheme. While vibrant and clashing colours may be a current trend sweeping through the interior décor industry, they may also serve to unnerve you in the bathroom. We’re not saying that you should keep it bland at all. But opting for your favourite colours and using muted tones can encourage your busy brain to unwind and just be present in the moment. Isn’t that what we all want from a sanctuary?
#3 Level Lighting Is Where It’s At
This could be tricky to pull off, but it doesn’t need to be. Lighting in your bathroom should be bright enough to banish shadows, otherwise the room has the potential of coming across as gloomy and even a little sinister. But it shouldn’t be so dazzling that it sears the retinas. Today, it is possible to find modern lights that simulate the gentle flickering of candlelight, perfect for de-stressing after a whirlwind day.
#4 Keep It Decluttered
As every homeowner knows, every room in the home accumulates “things”. The bathroom is no different. Regardless of what it is, if it isn’t needed in the bathroom, throw it out! This is even more important for small bathrooms, where the basin, unit, and bath already take up a lot of space. Take a hard line with regard to this, and remove Incredible Hulk action figures, Beach Barbie and magazines from the sanctuary.
#5 Clean Up Before the Clean-Up
Keeping the bathroom dry and clean has a direct impact on how much relaxation you get from spending time in there. This is even more important for homes that have extractor fans in their bathrooms because there are no windows or natural light sources. These are found in a growing number of residential properties in South Africa, as the push for urbanisation has prompted a shift in design of many homes, and where bathrooms now don’t necessarily come standard with windows anymore, in order to maximise space. Avoid letting condensation build up, apply anti-mould solutions, and make sure to air the bathroom whenever possible. The last thing you want is to bathe in a room where mildew and mould grow, and where suspicious whiffs abound.
#6 Pamper Yourself
Along with all those bathroom necessities, make sure that you include indulgent bath oils, bubble baths, and bath bombs that can take your soak from ordinary to luxurious. Don’t skimp on this, and you’ll be looking forward to getting through your day just for that small window of special relaxation time in your personalised bathroom. We sell quality, durable, and affordable complete and small bathroom units, consisting of baths, showers, basins, and units. With many years’ experience, a comprehensive catalogue of products and a dedicated 24/7 maintenance team in Johannesburg, we’re your first choice for modern and beautiful bathrooms.
