Short description: Just because your bath is utilitarian does not necessarily mean that you should disregard its appearance. Jazz up the look of your bathroom without blasting a hole in your pocket with these decorating solutions you can accomplish over the weekend.
When it comes to decorating, it is likely that you frequently overlook your bathroom. This is somewhat understandable considering that your bathroom functions more as a utilitarian space rather than a room designed for aesthetic purposes. This is where you start and end your day and it is where most of your hygienic and beauty regimen takes place.
However, although your bathroom is particularly utilitarian, you must also consider that it is that one room in your house that is guaranteed to get a visit from your guests. As such, it is important that you make it look as pleasing as the other rooms in your home so that guests will feel comfortable when they happen to stop by and use this space.
You do not have to spend a fortune and integrate amenities like soaking tubs, steam showers and elaborate lighting schemes to make your bathroom more pleasing to the eyes. A little creativity, a small amount of cash and some sweat equity over the weekend are all you need to give your bathroom a fabulous look. Check out these ideas for a superb-looking bathroom for less.
Make the bathroom walls and ceiling your canvass
Repainting your bathroom is one of the easiest and cheapest route to transform its look from drab to fab. Vivid colors on the walls and ceiling can instantly rev up a small bath, while a spacious loo will appear more charming by choosing warmer tones. Of course, repainting is not the only way to make the walls and ceiling of your bathroom standout. The combination of wood paneling and wallpaper can also add texture and warmth to your bath, while stencils will make for a great addition that will lend a hint of whimsy in the space.
Frame the mirror and lit it up on the sides
A plain mirror will pop against the wall and may even become the focal point of your bathroom if you frame it with tiles or wood. Any tile will definitely do the trick. Apply it on the wall with a mastic adhesive then attach the mirror. A simple wood frame will also work well to dress up a plain mirror. You may opt to build the frame yourself or purchase a ready-made one from a framing store. Paint or stain it using your desired hue before installing it or leave it as-is to render a rustic appeal.
To complete the transformation, place sconces on both sides of the mirror. The addition of lights will not only enhance the aesthetics of your bath but will also provide you with better illumination when you prep up in front of the mirror.
Jazz up your shower curtain
Create a statement piece out of your shower curtain by infusing your own style into it. As simple as using ribbons to tie the curtain into the rod can definitely make a huge difference on its looks. You may also add a pop of color to a plain shower curtain by lining its sides with strips of fabric or ribbons.
Shelf it up
See the wall behind your toilet? Think of it as a great space that offers you a lot of shelving opportunities. Of course, the shelves do not have to be pricey. Simply purchase old crates from flea markets or several pieces of craft-store crates and paint them up with your favorite hue. Stagger the crates on the wall behind the toilet and have better solution for some of your toiletries that can also function as an interesting wall art.
This article was written by one of the regular contributors of Steel Buildings Design, a UK-based company the designs, supplies and erects bespoke steel frame buildings.