Wouldn’t a visit to spa-like oasis every morning be a wonderful way to start your day? Since most of us can’t do that every day, updating your bathroom is a great way to give you that spa-like feeling at home. Whether you’re planning a complete bathroom remodel or just a cosmetic update, there are a few main areas to consider for the most impact. Updating your bathroom doesn’t have to be a huge, expensive and complete redo. Making some less expensive changes can make a big impact.
Paint makes the biggest and least expensive change. A new color will brighten up and change your bathroom. An aqua blue or relaxing green will work well with neutral tile found in many homes. Or since a bathroom is usually small space it’s perfect to try a bold color you’ve been afraid of trying in a larger area. Plus, paint is inexpensive so if you don’t like it, it’s easy to change. If you want your bathroom to feel bright and airy, select a color scheme on the lighter side. Pale colors tend to recede and will visually expand the room. To achieve a sense of the dramatic, you may want to select rich, vibrant colors instead. Deeper colors appear to advance and the room will appear cozier.
New lighting fixtures can change the style of a bathroom in a flash. Not only will a new style invigorate your room, the additional light will brighten up normally dark corners and help you see better for your morning routine. Whether your bathroom is contemporary or traditional, there’s a large variety of wonderful fixtures to help define the style of the room.
Swapping out the faucets for new shiny ones of a fun style is another way to update your bathroom. Colors range from clean brushed nickel to dramatic bronzes. Interesting shapes and styles from the standard sink mount to wall mounted faucets.
Window treatments for bathrooms generally are required for privacy and can add some much needed pizazz. Pleated shades, faux wood blinds and screen shades all provide privacy and interest to your windows. There are many fabric treatments to enhance your bath’s décor. Everything from a soft roman shade to a sleek valance, lovely coordinated drapery panels in a beautiful fabric.
Add few well placed colorful accessories and coordinating towels and rugs and you’ll have a gorgeous room to help transport you to a relaxing day at the spa and make those early mornings a little easier, more pleasant and beautiful.
