Read article : Redo Your Small Bathroom (for Cheap)
Just this week, I looked at my bathroom and cringed. Sure, it could probably use a good cleaning, but it needs a little more TLC than just a scrub. I'm talking at least 10-square-feet more. But since tearing down a wall and adding on the extra footage is out of the question, I asked Kelly Edwards, host of HGTV's Design on a Dime, for her tips on inexpensive investments that will make a tiny bathroom feel more spacious and spa-like. She suggested five areas to budget for when updating your shower area.
Lighting: "Changing out your lighting will give you the illusion of more space," Edwards says. Swap fixtures above the sink with shades that force the light down for sconces that face up, that way light can bounce off the ceiling and fill the room.
Paint: Now that you've redirected your light upward, consider painting the ceiling. Not too dark so that it absorbs the light, but bright enough so that it draws your eyes up. Vertical stripes on your walls will add to the illusion of your bathroom being bigger. When choosing a color pallete for the room, Edwards recommends sticking with a classic design scheme: "When your style changes, you'll only be swapping out the accessories. Shades of white and grey are classic, with touches of black or navy to add a dramatic pop."
Shower rod: Opt for a curved shower curtain rod instead of one that is straight. "By doing that you're not only adding more room to the shower itself, you're giving the illusion in the bathroom that there's a little more room, too."
Storage: Think about where you can add shelving and baskets to hold the towels, extra tissues, and toiletries. "You need plenty of storage in your bathroom, especially if your middle bathroom is shared between your kids and the guests. You want to make sure that you can tuck all that stuff away some where," Edwards says.
Floor tile: Have some extra spending money? Consider renewing your floor. Edwards loves the use of penny tile in a small bathroom, and you can find penny tile for close to $7 per square foot. "It will essentially give the illusion of more square footage in your bathroom," she says.
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