An Unexpected Makeover
Most people spend a lot of time designing their homes. We love to keep up with the latest trends in interior design and we want our homes to always look fresh and fabulous when guests stop by. While decorating strategies for your living room and bedroom might seem obvious, there might be one space that deserves an unexpected makeover. Your home's bathroom deserves as much love and attention as the rest of your home, but it is often last on the list of spaces to get a redesign. Surprisingly, real estate agents have found that the bathroom's design and functionality has a huge impact on the resale value of a home. With that in mind, incorporate these easy tips to redesign your bathroom into a beautiful space that is simple and inviting.
First, consider all your options. Before you start ripping out the sink or tearing out the toilet, go visit your local hardware store or surf the net to get some ideas. Perhaps you haven't really studied bathroom design before and you might be surprised at the amount of options awaiting you. Today's bathroom designs have a cutting edge flair that provide you with luxurious options and beautifully styled fixtures.
Once you have a look in mind, you need to begin by selecting your vanity. The bathroom's vanity is the centerpiece of its style, so choose one that will work with your favorite colors, textures, and designs. Make sure you choose a vanity that is proportionate to your space. It should also match the color that you plan to use when you paint or wall paper the bathroom. You will also need to select a sink to go in your vanity. You can choose from the basic white sink to a more modern pedestal effect. Double sinks are a good option for families with shared bathrooms. You will also need to decide if you want to replace your toilet and your tub. If they are in good working condition, you can leave them as they are and just make some simple design changes around them.
Next, you need to bring color into your bathroom
by painting the walls or adding wall paper. You can choose any color you want,
but lighter colors will make the space feel larger. No one wants to have a tiny,
cramped bathroom so keep that in mind when choosing your color palette. You will
also want to pick your linens in coordinating colors. From shower curtains to
window treatments, you have plenty of opportunities to add a touch of pattern
and accent colors to your bathroom.
Finally, don't overlook the floor. Small square area rugs are made just for your bathroom space and they are available in a variety of colors. Choose a cotton rug that will stand up to bathroom traffic and water exposure. Bathroom rugs should be soft and washable. No one likes to step out of the hot shower on a cold winter morning and find their feet on a freezing cold floor. A soft, plush bathroom rug will make the space warm and inviting.
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