It is best to start renovating the bathroom and its interior by creating a detailed plan. It is important to carefully consider the selection and positioning of sanitary equipment, finishes, and decorations in order to avoid mistakes, which will negatively affect the final result. You will learn Mistakes When Decorating a Small Bathroom in the RunSun article.
Rational use of space in the bathroom
The bathroom is a functional room, where ergonomics and visual harmony are of paramount importance. What are the first things to consider?
- Size of the room. A complete bathroom accessory set will not fit in the sanitary area of an older housing with limited space. However, a comfortable cabinet under the sink and a bathroom cabinet with mirror, tastefully chosen and appropriately sized, are well suited for comfort.
A small bathtub takes up a minimum of furniture. The space in your bathroom should be optimized by moving freely so you don’t have to always bump into the bathroom furniture. Perhaps your bathroom cabinets, cupboards, and/or a few shelves can accommodate all the furniture. It is better to limit the number of items than to make the bathroom uncomfortable.
- Bathtub or shower? If the bathroom is a small space, you will have to decide your priorities.
Depending on the space available, you may consider installing sanitary ware or furniture in the corner, including toilets, basin or tub bowls, showers, and storage systems. Corner cabinets in the bathroom will fill an otherwise empty space.
- The high humidity in the bathroom makes it necessary to consider ventilation systems so that finishes and new bathroom accessory sets are not affected and deteriorate prematurely. In older buildings, the ventilation design when the house was built should be checked. If necessary, an additional extractor hood should be installed.
- It is important to decide in advance whether the space in a small bathroom can be used for a washing machine and some storage cabinets. The washing machine can be placed outside the bathroom, for example in the kitchen, while the bathroom set can be separated and one of the cabinets placed in the hallway next to the bathroom. Speaking of convenience, you can get away with a set of shelves and a wall-mounted mezzanine instead of having to buy a full bathroom set.
- If the tub and shower are combined, care must be taken to enclose the shower area. Forget textiles, fabric curtains can lead to a puddle of water on the floor every time you take a shower. A special transparent bathtub divider is the ideal choice.
- Towel hooks and electric towel dryers should not be overlooked either. Bathroom accessories include different variants of wall-mounted single and double hooks, looped towel racks. The appropriate model should be placed close to the bathtub and/or shower area, at arm’s length.
Selection of finishes, furniture, sanitary equipment, and partitions
A.Zoning
In a small room, bathroom accessory sets and partitions do not lend themselves to zoning. The bathroom mirror is a signature item in the room and is almost always placed above the sink. A traditional set with a sink cabinet and mirror above, highlighting the sink area without any other means of zoning, will only visually burden the room.
The mirror must be well lit. Properly organized lighting works wonders. It is no coincidence that the lamps are placed on either side of the mirror. Side lighting is ideal. If the light comes in from above, shadows on the face can make it awkward to shave or apply makeup.
Highlighting the sink, tub, or toilet area visually cleans up the space. In a small bathroom, the texture and color of the finish can be used to visually designate the main functional areas.
Tile manufacturers have created collections that include base tiles and decorative fascia boards, which are an ideal zoning tool.
B. Choosing tiles
It is a common mistake to ignore convenience, safety, and functionality in favor of stylish decorative and interior elements. Tiles with brightly colored accents or patterns can visually make a small room appear more crowded. However, overuse of white is another mistake that can be made when decorating a small bathroom.
You don’t have to be afraid of color, but it’s worth knowing the rules for using color and how light affects color. Even white can look fresh and bright, or it can be gray and dull.
Experts advise against using too dark or colored tiles on the bathroom floor, as these can make spills less visible and increase the risk of slips and injuries.
Large-format tiles in lighter colors are ideal for smaller rooms. Contrary to a common misconception, small tiles visually narrow the space, while large tiles in lighter colors visually expand it. Glossy tiles work well in combination with proper lighting, and the bathroom will sparkle and visually appear more spacious.
Style is an important way to organize space. Every detail of the interior must conform to the principles of design. Ignoring this rule can lead to tastelessness, unless, of course, the goal is well-designed eclecticism (mixing elements of different styles in the same interior).
Should I choose bathroom accessories set?
Savings must be justified. You should not buy low-quality bathroom accessories and sets – you should not have such items in your shopping plan.
Unreasonable savings can lead to greater costs. If the materials used in the bathroom accessory sets you to purchase deteriorate quickly when exposed to moisture, you will soon have to plan your purchase again.
It is best to purchase a bathroom accessory set from a trusted brand that specializes in furniture sets that can withstand high humidity.
RunSun’s specialized bathroom catalog offers bathroom accessory sets in a variety of price ranges.
What should the lighting in the bathroom look like?
Multi-level lighting is the trend today. Multi-level lighting is both practical and aesthetically pleasing. A mirror with built-in lighting or lights on either side of the mirror is a good option to start with.
A built-in floor lamp in the tub area will change the overall look of the bathroom. If the bathroom is designed in a Mediterranean style, it is important to find a place for decorative items, such as a Greek parchment box, which can benefit from lighting.
In addition, different levels of lighting will help to create a comfortable atmosphere in the bathroom at any time of the day.
