The bathroom in your home is a place to relax and rejuvenate. It’s the place you go to collect your thoughts and enjoy some solitude. If your bathroom is not providing you with these scenarios, then it may be time to improve your bathroom’s atmosphere. There are a number of ways to improve your bathroom, from major changes to little additions.
Some major adjustments to your bathroom include replacing the bath, increasing the area of your shower, adding windows or changing the tiling and colour of the room. These improvements will be some of the best ways to refresh your existing bathroom area. Not only will this allow you to enjoy your bathroom, it will add value to your home and be of benefit if you plan on selling your home in the future. Don’t go another day wishing your bathroom was better, so something about it and improve the atmosphere of your bathroom today.
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Retile
A great way to bring new life to your bathroom is by retiling it. It’s not as cheap as putting up a new shower curtain, but it’s not as expensive as putting in a new shower or tub. Get rid of those old vintage tiles that make your bathroom look drab and put in some fresh new tiles. Ensure you pay a professional to do the labour, especially if you’re not confident doing it yourself.
Quick tip: It will be much cheaper to get a professional to do it right the first time. It’s going to be a lot more expensive to get someone to come in and fix any mistakes you’ve made.
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Bathtub
You want your bathtub to look great, but more than anything you want to enjoy it. You want to relax and rejuvenate in your bathroom and in your bath! Always sit in a tub before you buy it. Big bathtubs may look great but they might not suit your needs, bigger is not always better. When you are at the shop give it a test run. Assess the angle of the back and where you would rest your head for comfort and neck support.
Quick tip: If you only have space for a small tub, buy a deep one.
You can get really creative when it comes to the bathrooms vanity. A freestanding vanity may not seem very practical but it has a stunning aesthetic appeal and makes a huge statement. You can also choose from a top mounted or under mount sink. While the top mounted sink provides an elegant look and they are quite popular at the moment, they are not always practical. “When purchasing a sink, focus on the material. Tests showed that the material is more important than the manufacturer. Similar materials performed similarly across brands.”
A under mounted sink is a lot more convenient for cleaning purposes. You also have to think about other member of your family, if you have children, a top mounted sink might not be accessible. Check out steps you need to take if you want to start a family.
Quick tip: Think about your requirements when it comes to storage and accessibility before you make a big decision like remodelling.
Improving the atmosphere of your bathroom can be as simple as giving it a good clean. “Hire cleaners every so often and clean out the bathroom first so they can steam clean in all the corners. Houses are never as clean as when you first move in, so every year or two pay a heavy duty cleaner to give the house a good scrub.” Keep in mind that your bathroom should be a reflection of your personal style. It should also address all your needs, physical and spiritually.
