Other than cleaning oneself, a bathroom is
ideal for relaxing and letting the thoughts pour out of your head, or to release
stress. Bathroom ergonomics should ensure an easy and effortless access to any
convenience. Apart from the standard requirements and creative ideas used in
designing bathrooms, the taste may vary; that is why finer details that are
tailored to an individual’s own dreams and aspirations can only be integrated
after having used the bathroom itself.
Bathroom fixtures are commonly used to
complement what already exists, though in other cases a complete remodelling of
the bathroom can be performed. Some fixtures that a person can use to complement
his/her bathroom and to improve its appeal are categorized below.
Bathroom
vanities
Bathroom vanities can be
used to redesign the bathroom space, in order to get a calming experience. It
is advisable to get a vanity of the right size that will complement your
bathroom space and not disrupt it. Maybe you need to contract a bathroom plumber. Here are some choices for bathroom vanities:
1. If
you prefer a topped vanity, make sure you choose one whose top matches the
floor and tops of your bathtub.
2. For
large bathrooms, double sink bathroom vanities can be ideal. The double sink
bathroom vanities are also suitable for couples who like doing things together.
Placing the sinks side by side creates a beautiful pattern in the bathroom.
3. Modern
bathroom vanities that focus on simplicity through the use of simple parts (like
handles and cabinets) add a touch of simplicity to the bathroom. Floating
vanities may also be comfortable, especially when cleaning the bathroom.
4. Small
bathrooms vanities make small bathrooms more appealing. When care is taken to
ensure that the bathroom vanity is of the right size, it may give a classy look
to your bathroom.
Bathroom Storage
Bathroom storage becomes handy when you
intend to organize bathroom accessories. Clattered accessories can be organized
using specific shelves and cabinets. If
you are trying to organize your bathroom materials, the following range of
furniture comes into play:
1. Other
than for complimenting the bathroom, bathroom vanities also have lots of
storage compartments that can be used for the storage of linen, bathroom
accessories, and toiletries.
2. If
you run out of storage space, linen cabinets and compartments provide extra
storage. Linen cabinets, especially well designed ones, give your bathroom a
more refined aesthetic touch. Linen cabinets are suitable for large bathrooms.
3. Medicine
cabinets provide storage for medicine and other conveniences like toothpaste
tubes and extra toothbrushes, floss and much more. Their comfort is much exploited
when they are drilled right above the sink.
4. Bathroom
shelving is important when floor space has been completely utilized, and yet
one has still some more additional things to store in the bathroom. These
shelves are drilled on the walls of the bathroom in order to provide extra
storage space while ensuring the maximum use of bathroom walls.
5. Over
the toilet storage makes use of the space that would have gone unused. The
over-toilet storage is suitable for half toilets. The storage compartments
provide extra space for storage of linen and toiletries.
Bathroom mirrors
Bathroom mirrors are among the fixtures
that give a house owner a lot of control. As there are many large unused spaces
on the walls of a bathroom, a person can be very creative in this area and
ultimately get a fun and exciting bathroom experience. Bathroom mirrors can
also double up as storage compartments. Examples of bathroom mirrors design
are:
1. Bronze
or copper lined bathroom mirrors. When bronze or copper lined bathroom mirrors rhyme
with faucets and cabinets, they create a simple, glowing and elegant finish.
2. Makeup
mirrors mounted on the wall double up as magnifying glass that is really
helpful when you are getting ready. To be sure you get a perfect look, mirrors
are absolutely necessary.
3. Tri-fold
mirrors provide different viewing angles when getting ready. They can also be
used as a cabinet or for medicine storage.
4. Fogless
shower mirrors provide the convenience of shaving inside the shower compartment,
and also provide many viewing angles. At the same time, you don’t waste time
waiting for the mirrors to defog.
Bathroom Lighting
Lighting in the bathroom should consider
several aspects, including accent, task, ambience, decoration and sparkle. When
the qualities of lights mentioned above are combined well, you will have wonderful
bathroom lighting. Here are some suggestions to achieving the desired bathroom
lighting:
·
Vanity sconces should be
mounted on both sides of a vanity mirror. They provide good positional lighting
suitable for applying makeup, shaving or tooth care. Vanity scones also add
style and beauty to the bathroom.
·
Vanity lighting. They
range from 2-light to 8-lights. This decorative light adds a visual sparkle. Vanity
lights can also be used as accents lights, because they will ensure that the
illuminated decorations show off in their best.
·
Bathroom fans and light
are usually mounted on the ceiling. They mostly provide ambience in the
bathroom, and the fan ensures a proper air circulation that brings a
controllable but natural experience into the bathroom.
·
LED bathroom lighting also
complements the boring ceiling lights with warmth. The LEDs come in different
shades, so one can easily customize the lights according to one’s own taste.
LEDs can be mounted on the wall next to the bathtub, to vanity mirrors or next
to towel warmer.
·
Flash Mount Lighting and
chandeliers. This can be used as a replacement for the monotonous bulb light in
the bathroom. They add a royal-like experience to the bathroom while giving it a
much appealing ambiance.
Showers and shower heads
When choosing shower heads, there are several
factors that one has to consider. Water pressure, spray and height come on top
of the list. When considering the factors above, the ultimate purpose is to get
a nice calming shower. Below are some shower options that will ensure you that the
water pouring at you will relieve your stress while boosting your energy?
1. Wall
mounts. This category forms the most common shower heads. The disadvantage they
have is that once mounted there is very little room for adjustments. This might
make the shower experience to be an annoying event rather than a calming one.
2. Hand
held shower heads are better than the traditional fixed ones. The shower head
is always fixed on a cord giving it the mobility and ability to reach difficult
parts while taking a bath. Hand held shower heads also make it easier to clean
pets and children.
3. Body
sprays. As body sprays are mounted in many different angles and heights in the
shower, they give a spa-like feeling. Body sprays can be easily customized to
the individual’s taste. They are a good upgrade from a hand-held shower.
4. Rain
showers are becoming more and more appealing. They are basically mounted on the
wall ceiling. The rain shower can make the difference because the water will
flow uniformly and calmly; it is a great choice for calming and stress-relieving
baths.
Bath Tub Accessories
Bathtub accessories offer a perfect finish
and add more comfort to the bathroom. These accessories come in different types,
depending on their use. The following accessories can improve your bathroom
experience:
1. Shelves
and soap dishes provide nice holding area while ensuring an easy and perfect
finish for the tab.
2. Tub
drains complement the bathtub, especially when a perfect and matching pattern
is found; the drains can be made of many materials, i.e. brass.
3. The
tub spouts in different materials and shapes gives your bathtub an exciting
feel.
4. Towel
warmers are another kind of accessories that can complement the bathroom while
providing an appealing hanging space for towels.
5. Towel
bars and rings can be of different colours and materials. They complement the
available hanging spaces if correctly chosen.
Trims and moulding
Trims and moulding give an extra touch to
the finishing of the bathroom. Trims and moulding can be placed on the bathroom
doors, windows and mountings. Moulding with a nice pattern adds liveliness to
the bathroom while getting rid of the monotony.
Walls and wainscoting
These two options can completely enhance
your bathroom look. Just to mention a few available options, there are walls,
flat, beaded and raised panels to choose from when you decide to put
wainscoting on your bathroom walls. Bathroom walls can be painted with images
or eye-catching patterns to give it a twist.
Floor tiles
On entering the bathroom, floor tiles are among
the first things that capture the eye and imagination. Endless boring tiles can
be replaced with polished, oversized, marble- looking tiles. The tiles can be
of different pattern and sizes and can give your bathroom a vintage or modern
look.
Although the fundamental consideration
when purchasing water shutoffs is their quality, keeping it simple and stylish
can give your bathroom an elegant design. Shutoffs are made of different
metallic materials that have unique textures and sometimes colour. Keep in mind
the general bathroom look when purchasing shutoffs to avoid sharp contrasts
that would end up irritating the eye. Look for textures and colours to complement
well the items already present in the bathroom.
References:
1) Categories of
bathroom fixtures to compliment your bathroom Retrieved from https://www.wayfair.com/Bathroom-Fixtures-C215774.html
2) Fixtures to
compliment your bathroom Retrieved from http://www.hgtv.com/remodel/bathroom-remodel/choosing-bathroom-fixtures
3) Bathroom lightning from http://decorating.visitacasas.com/bathroom-lighting-up/
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