For many, decorating a bathroom is low on their priority list. Generally the tiles and the bathroom suite were not chosen by us but came ready installed in our house or apartment and we have to live with them. In fact, after a while, we tend not to notice them not even those hideous avocado green ones. (Who on earth came up with the idea of that colour anyway?).
After all, a bathroom is a place we often use in a hurry: a quick shower in the morning before we rush out of the door on the way to school or our workplace. If you are stuck with some pretty awful tiles there are some excellent tile paints on the market that are easy to use and come in a variety of colours. In only a weekend you can completely transform what is normally one of the smallest rooms in the house. It cannot be a rush job as the tile paint needs priming and careful application if you don't want a lot of streaks. Choose the colour depending on how you want to feel. Pastel colours can help you to relax while bright colours can invigorate you.
It is not a good idea to use red though as researchers tell us that red as well as dark colour such as navy blue, brown and black can make the room seem smaller and a bit claustrophobic. (I have read that some employers have used these colours in their company's rest rooms so that employees don't linger there too long!) Some of the best colours to use are light green, yellow, light blue and lavender.
All white bathrooms are a popular as they channel cleanliness and hygiene but can seem cold. A pale blue or pale lavender towel can soften the clinical feel but still keep that sense of cleanness. And of course a white bathroom suite must be impeccable at all times.
If you are unsure that a colour will work you can always test paint it directly on the wall but, if you are deciding between several colours, a good idea is to take some largish pieces of wood and paint them instead.
Then you can place them around the bathroom which will give you a much better idea of whether your colour scheme will work or not. Look at your colour choice several times during the day to see if they look good in daylight and at night with the lights on. It's up to any designer or homeowner what style and overall look they want for a bathroom. They can choose to have a wide and open master bath with minimalistic approach or one that is reminiscent of a period design like small, ornate bath and powder rooms. Here are 3 bathroom ideas that can help achieve the right style, look, and functionality to your new bathroom.
Rich Accents to Soft Color Tones
Bathrooms are known to exude a clean design with a sense of familiar and welcoming comfort. Although others have preferred the formal and traditional design that brings an abstract feel to the room, many have already veered away from the traditional design and opted for a modular one that shows both function and style. Soft color tones like taupe or olive green can be more beautiful with orange or blue accents. The key is to have the right proportion and a harmony of intense colors and soft tones. The same goes for furnishing. For example, a double bathroom vanity is quite stylish with a rich combination of ceramic, wood and metal fixtures.
Built-in and Box It In
Essential in any clean, stylish and organized bathroom is the proper storage for personal effects, towels, laundry basket, hangers, and what-not. If there's enough space in your room, designate an area for bulky cleaning items like mops, supplies, vacuum cleaners, and more. Built-in wall units can keep all these things boxed in and tidied up before and after use. If there's a limit in space, a great idea is to go for stacking washer and dryer or maximize wall space by hanging wire baskets, racks, hooks for holding a variety of items. A double bathroom vanity can also have more spacious drawers with drawer organizers that offer plenty of space for makeup and hair accessories. You may even choose those drawers with sliding mechanisms for easier accessibility.
Good Air Circulation
In any kind of room, good air circulation is one of the most important aspects. The odor and bacteria are some things that you would want to avoid in a bathroom which you use everyday. Without proper air circulation, there will be moisture, bacteria, and mold buildup that will make the room unclean and unsafe for everyday use. Exhaust fans will do the trick. It will reduce the moisture and provide the healthy air that a bathroom needs. Humidifiers will also enhance the air in the room. You can even resort to natural humidifiers in the form of a table top fountain, which is known to create a calm and relaxing environment. These are also great decorative pieces that can add to your bathroom's overall design and bring earthy, warm feeling to your indoor space. You can enjoy a hot bubble bath and relieve stress with a clean and welcoming bathroom with all the essential pieces and harmonious color tones. A table top fountain can also go well in bedrooms and home offices where you can enhance the comfort level and ambiance of the room.
By:Carole_F_Johnson
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