Coastal Transformation

The bathroom is one of the most frequently used rooms in the house so it’s important to make sure it is designed and laid out well.

We are delighted to bring you these top 10 bathroom renovation tips:

1. Color - Choose a light colored paint or wallpaper so that a small bathroom will appear significantly larger. This illusion can be pushed even further by painting a ceiling a shade lighter than the walls. To help save you money, a neat trick is to mix some of the wall paint with some white paint and this will produce a lighter shade of paint – therefore you won’t have to buy any other special mix of paint.

2. Lighting - Good lighting in your bathroom will not only add to the ambiance, but it will also make it appear larger than it is. Try a combination of dimmer spotlights along with your typical directional lighting to create a variety of moods.

3. Mirrors - Almost 100% of the time you visit the bathroom you will end up looking into a mirror of some sort. The right mirror for your design and layout in your bathroom will add to the visual appearance. To infuse some depth into your bathroom, add a second mirror in addition to the one above the hand basin/sink.

4. Bathtub - Make sure that you physically sit in a bathtub before you buy it. Why? Because if there’s not enough room to fully stretch out then this can be a problem that is spotted too late! Inspect it to see if it has adequate neck support and provides a safe foothold. If you have a small bathroom, then consider buying an extra deep bathtub.

5. Toilet - It’s not necessary to spend huge amount of money on a toilet bowl. If it’s possible, try to get a “dual flush toilet”. These can mix air with water, thus less water is wasted but the pressure is the same.

6. Shower unit - Large walk in showers have become very popular as of late. However, if your bathroom lacks in the real estate field then using a clear shower curtain provides less of a cluster to the eye. Having a shower unit that’s easy to clean and helps prevent the lime scale formation is an important consideration to bear in mind. If space is at an already bare minimum then a compact corner shower unit is the ideal solution.

7. Space - Take advantage of vertical storage space by placing a tall cabinet on a wall instead of taking up valuable space on the floor.

8. Flooring - Porcelain tiles are one of the best options along with ceramic tiles in the bathroom. A wide variety of colors and choices make them an attractive option. These are heavy duty as well as stain resistant.

9. Accessories - If your bathroom seems a little bare, then a strategically placed piece of furniture like a decorative chair can help fill it out. A bundle of vibrantly colored bathroom towels on a shelf can create an appealing contrast against the light shades on the walls and ceiling.

10. Choose the right tradesmen - Last but not least, make sure you carefully do your research about the company you choose to service your needs. Ask for references and request to see previous examples of the company’s work. Make sure you establish a good two way communication system with your team. A cheap, rushed job could end up costing you a lot more money in the long run.

When renovating a bathroom, it’s crucial to remember that you’re spending valuable money on a room that almost everyone who visits the house will use. Take your time on hiring the right tradesman for the job, and then you’ll have a bathroom to take pride in.