Most people would love to have a large master bathroom that they can decorate, however this is not the reality for many people. Many people live in apartments, townhouses, and certain houses tend to have at least one bathroom, which is usually small. This could be the quest bathroom, the hall bathroom, or even the master bathroom. Regardless of your location, there are some bathroom renovation ideas you can use to make it appear bigger, as no one likes to feel cramped in a small, cluttered bathroom.
The walls: Paint your walls in a light color using a modest pattern. This tends to make the bathroom look bigger than if you were using a solid color. The pattern can be achieved by using patterned wallpaper or by using a faux finish. Make sure the background is very light and the patterns are only slightly darker.
Roof and trim: Most people tend to forget about the ceiling, but if you gave it a nice fresh coat of white paint, you’d see what a difference it makes. Also paint all of your trim white, and if you like, include white crown molding to make the room appear longer and larger.
Floor: Light colored floors will definitely help you achieve your goal. As a result, if you plan to use ceramic tiles, choose ones that are medium in size, say around 6-8 inches that have a simple pattern and of course a light shade, as smaller tiles can help to make the room seem small. If your budget isn’t enough to change your floor, you can use a large light-colored rug to cover your dark floor, if this is the case for you.
Turning on: Lighting fixtures can have a big impact on the size of your bathroom. Therefore, it is better that you use skylights that will provide a wide and pleasant natural light to the entire room. Also consider removing the curtains from the bathroom window and replacing them with a simple window valence that makes the windows visible. For brighter, more natural light, only use CFL bulbs, which are also very energy efficient and will therefore help reduce your energy bill as well. You may want to avoid fixtures that overhang the room and only use recessed lighting.
Cabinet and accessories: You will want to limit the number of fixtures and cabinets as much as possible. This may require you to get really creative with storage. Best to use glass shelves, floor baskets to store towels, and a pedestal sink. Adding mirrors will help reflect light and help make the room look bigger. Additionally, using glass shower doors or clear shower curtains will also help achieve the desired look. If cabinets are a must, make sure they are painted white.
Finally, try to minimize your wall decorations to one or two at most. Use only light colored decorations, dark colors can be used but sparingly. Use these few bathroom renovation tips to make your bathroom appear bigger.