subject: Small Bathroom Remodeling Ideas [print this page] Remodeling a bathroom is a popular and relatively easy project for many homeowners. Even when the bathroom that is the target of the remodeling project is small, there are a number of things that can be done in order to get the most out of the space available while increasing the aesthetic value of the room in the short term and the overall monetary value of the house in the long term.
Through careful placement and well thought out design decisions, a small bathroom can easily become a large one. Consider what might be thought of as mundane bathroom mainstays such as the mirror, door and windows when undertaking this task and a wide range of possibilities immediately become available.
Starting with the bathroom mirror, the old adage of "bigger is better" rings true. Large mirrors with bold, colorful frames will draw the attention of anyone who visits the bathroom by automatically drawing their eyes to the reflected surface. This will cause the onlooker to be tricked into thinking that the space is larger than it is.
Small bathrooms, by their very nature, can seem claustrophobic to the person inside. This can be remedied by the use of windows, or even skylights, if the space permits it. Also consider replacing what is likely an unremarkable wooden door with something that has glass paneling and possibly a pattern of some sort on its surface.
Light passing through the window can give the room a more welcoming feeling for the occupant and a pattern or artwork on the surface of the door can help to create a focal point on what might otherwise be ignored.
Likewise, consider the design of both the shower and the bathroom sink when remodeling. Glass shower doors show the wall beyond, creating a sense of a larger space while empty space under and around a sink can be utilized for storage of bathroom essentials.
Lastly, combating the monotony of wall and floor tile with decorative pattern can do a lot to make a bathroom stand out. Bright, eye grabbing patterns can add a touch of style to the space that guests, as well as prospective buyers, will appreciate.
Before beginning with your project, feel free to contact a professional designer for input on how to make your space as welcoming as possible.
