While the bathroom is perhaps the one part of the home that people need to feel most comfortable using, that isn’t to say it should be an entirely practical space that has little aesthetic appeal. Indeed, it’s possible to create a room that is just as contemporary and stylish as it is functional.
There are many steps you can take to establish a modern feel in your bathroom so, regardless of your budget, or the amount of time you have to devote to renovating it, you should find there is scope to give your bathroom a lift. Here is an insight into some of the things you might want to do in order to freshen up this part of your property.
Install a heated towel rail
As its name suggests, a heated towel rail will keep your towel warm while you are in the shower or bathtub. Upon stepping out and wrapping the towel around your body, you can dry yourself quickly and will soon feel warm, something you are likely to particularly appreciate on a chilly winter morning.
However, these appliances aren’t just a great way to heat up towels, but they also provide warmth to the entire room. Installing one in your bathroom means you can remove the traditional radiator and, as these products usually run vertical along a wall, they will help to increase the amount of floor space you have available and make the place feel less cluttered.
Swap tired-looking taps for a brand new set
If you’re keen to give your bathroom an instant facelift and/or do not have a vast budget to invest in renovations, it’s a good idea to purchase a new set of taps. This is one of the quickest, yet most effective, improvements that you can do and, once it is done, you will find that you have created a new focal point.
Of course, if you’re looking to establish a contemporary look in the bathroom, this should be reflected in your choice of taps. This means you ought to select ones that have a minimalistic design, as opposed to taps that adhere to the popular trends of yesteryear. While the latter tend to feature curved, decorative spouts, the former usually have straight, clean lines. Modern bathroom taps also tend to be made from eye-catching materials such as chrome and, as such, are bound to catch the attention of all those who use this room.
Increase the sense of space
Another key step to take in giving a bathroom a contemporary style is to make it feel as large as possible. This room is almost always the smallest part of a property, so if you’re not careful it can soon become cramped and overcrowded.
One good way to increase the sense of space is to remove your radiator for a towel rail – as mentioned before, this should help to free up floor – though it’s also worth attempting to increase the amount of natural light that comes in. You can do this by extending a window or adding a skylight, while having mirrors on opposing walls can also create additional space.
It’s also worth considering your choice of electrical lighting. Swapping a strip lighting unit for a set of multiple downlights will help to illuminate dark-looking corners. Having task lighting around the bathroom mirror, meanwhile, will enable you to do things such as shaving and applying makeup.
