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Small Bathroom Designs
Bathroom Design Ideas to Maximize
Functionality and Beauty
By: Mark J. Donovan
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Small bathroom designs require the
utmost in planning due to their limited real estate. The positioning of the
tub/shower, toilet and vanity in relationship to one another is critical for
ensuring both functionality and attractiveness. Regardless of the size of a
bathroom, in general bathroom remodeling projects provide a high rate of return.
Small bathroom designs in particular can offer the highest rates of return due
to the fact that their size and costs are limited.
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Small Bathroom
Designs Demand Keeping it Simple
A key tenet of any small bathroom design is to keep it simple and uncluttered.
Too many floor or wall items will make the limited space feel even smaller. Make
full use of bathroom vanity cabinet space and shelving. One simple tip as it
relates to shelving is to space shelves slightly closer together to maximize
storage capability. You may also want to consider using a pedestal bathroom sink
to free up floor space. Alternatively, you may even want to consider a wall
mounted bathroom sink.
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Both of these bathroom sink types
however necessitate the need for either a closet or shelving to support various
bathroom sundries.
Also, for the most efficient use of floor space in a small bathroom design,
place the toilet and vanity against one bathroom wall and the shower/tub unit on
the wall opposite to it. This type of floor layout creates a fairly wide open
center area.
Use Lighter Paints
in Small Bathroom Designs
When it comes to paint selection it’s wise to go with brighter paint colors,
particularly if the small bathroom design includes limited natural lighting.
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Darker paints can make a small
bathroom feel even smaller than it actually is.
Miniaturize
Accessories in Small Bathroom Designs
Another rule of thumb in small bathroom designs is to use smaller wall hangings
and bathroom fixtures, such as knick-knacks, artwork, towel racks and mirrors.
In addition, for those items which normally sit on the bathroom countertop,
think miniature.
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For example, choose smaller soap
trays and toothbrush holders so that there is more bathroom countertop
workspace. You may also want to consider mounting soap trays and toothbrush
holders onto the wall just above the bathroom countertop.
Natural Light
With any small bathroom design, particularly if it is a full bathroom, try to
include natural light. Not only will it brighten up the bathroom, it will also
allow fresh air into it.
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If the installation of a standard window is not feasible, consider a skylight. A
skylight will let in natural sun light making the bathroom brighter and feel
larger.
Optical Illusions and Mirrors
Lastly consider the liberal use of mirrors in a small bathroom design. Mirrors
can help to make a small bathroom look larger and feel brighter.
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