Seven Awesome Small Bathroom Renovation Ideas
One of the best things you can do to give your home a more modern and cleaner look is to update your bathrooms and kitchen. Everyone loves a luxurious and practical bathroom where you can relax and unwind after a long day, and it becomes a sanctuary of sorts for a lot of people. Not everyone, however, has the luxury of a large bathroom, and when you do renovate or update the look of a small bathroom, it is important to use a few tricks to make the bathroom more practical and to look more spacious than it actually is. We provide some great small bathroom renovation ideas to make your bathroom your favourite room:
- Be shrewd about storage: Instead of the usual cupboards and cabinets, find quirky ways to create storage. Create open shelving above the door frame to store towel rolls, remove anything large from the floor and wall areas, and use floating shelves. Hide cleaning products behind sink skirts, or hang wooden crates on the wall for storage. Using storage ladders also eliminates the need for towel rails.
- Maximise functionality: In a small space, it is vital that the room can function properly. Because a small bathroom can look cluttered so quickly, only the crucial elements that support functionality must be incorporated. Don’t add items that serve no purpose. To make the most of the functionality, while still making the space attractive, use glass storage jars for cotton wool or swabs, and make the most of the space under the sink by installing a basket or hamper. To maximise counter space, put toiletries away instead of leaving them out. Roll up towels and store them on a floating shelf or basket, instead of folding and stacking them – this makes them easier to store and easier to reach when needed.
- Use colour wisely: The palette you use can make all the difference in a small space. In a bathroom, it is advisable to stick to neutral and lighter colours that can create a more spacious ambience. Instead of painting an accent wall in a darker colour, use a light colour and use a different paint technique to create a different texture. White or off-white are practical colours, because it is possible to change the décor and ambience of the bathroom with soft furnishings. Also remember that your bathroom should have a calm and peaceful effect, so stick to neutral colours and keep the lines clean. You can be daring by adding pops of colour with your towels, rugs, or mats.
- Install a large mirror: This is an age-old trick – because it reflects the image of the bathroom, it makes the space look bigger. Large vanity mirrors, or even a full-length wall mirror, can create the perception of a much larger room.
- Avoid shower curtains: A shower curtain can make the space look smaller. Opt for a modern glass door or divider instead – not only are these easier to keep clean and tidy, but they also create a perception of space. If installing a glass door or divider is not an option, keep shower curtains light and airy, perhaps even transparent. If the ceiling is high, hang the shower curtain all the way from the ceiling to emphasise overhead height.
- Maximise light: Often smaller bathrooms have smaller windows, which is why you must be clever when it comes to making the most of the available light, and to install lighting in a way that will add a sense of space. Install a mirror on the opposite wall to the window to let the light reflect through the space and increase the lighting in the room. When it comes to installing lighting, you have to put the most light in the areas that matter. Mimic the natural light outside by using warmer, sunny tones when it comes to lightbulbs.
- Use a smaller toilet: Nowadays toilets come in all shapes and sizes, and in a small bathroom, a toilet can take up a lot of space. If possible, install a smaller toilet to maximise space around the toilet and on the bathroom floor. Also store items such as scales and dustbins above ground level to maximise floor space.
If you are looking for some more excellent small bathroom renovation ideas, give our creative team at GEZA a call today!
