No home renovations excite homeowners more than bathroom renovations, even more than kitchen renovations. This is because a modern and practical bathroom dramatically enhances the appeal of the house, making it a luxurious and relaxing retreat and increasing the resale value of your home. So, what proven bathroom renovation tips should you employ if you want a modern look and feel?
Match fixtures, flooring, and tiles
When designing the bathroom, you will have very many options to consider. Avoid the temptation of picking ideas from all over – the fixtures, flooring, and tile work should match. You can either choose to go dark or to go light.
Proper toilet positioning
Position the toilet in such a way that it is not the first thing you see when you enter the bathroom. Bathroom doors are often left agape and you do not want everybody, especially your guests, seeing it all the time.
Proper sink positioning
Experts recommend that the countertop should be 32 to 34 inches off the floor. If you, however, have an above-counter vessel sink, reduce the height of the countertop by a few inches.
Size the bathroom with color
If you have a small bathroom, you can make it look bigger by making sure the color palette is always within the white-to-cream spectrum.
Lighting around the mirror
It is ironic that in a bathroom, where people need to inspect their faces, bodies, and hair, lighting is usually very dim and usually concentrated in one spot from a ceiling fixture. You should consider having added lighting around the mirror, preferably in the form of sconces.
White or cream fixtures
The fixtures (toilet and bathtub) should be white or cream. Fixtures in other colors tend to look dated after only a few years. White and cream fixtures also mean you do not have to replace them whenever you are doing a remodeling in the future since they will go with any color (if you choose to experiment).
Dim light for mood
Dim lighting makes baths even more relaxing. You should, therefore, consider installing a dimmer switch.
Decorative piece
Most bathrooms are small, but if you have some space to play around with, consider installing one freestanding piece such as a cupboard or a decorative chair as a design element. To compensate for this space, you can recess practical elements like close hampers or move the hampers elsewhere in the house. The “decorative” piece can also serve a practical purpose to place small items like towels and soap.
Use mirrors as a design element
Mirrors have an obvious functional benefit, but you should also consider using them as design elements. Mirrors can be used to add light to the room and to make it look bigger.
Hire a pro for the job
Doing the bathroom renovations seem like the perfect DIY project, but you should avoid this common temptation. A professional contractor will have the necessary experience and skills to install cabinets, experienced plumber will have the necessary tools to work with pipes and licensed electrician will take care of all the lightening in the room.
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