Small Bathroom Remodel Ideas: Make the Most of Limited Space

Small bathroom remodels  require  all available space in the bathroom to be put to good use. When you have a small bathroom you don’t have to let this limit your options for style and design. If you design it well, plus some good ideas of organization, RenoMississauga.com suggests some tips by which  you can turn your small bathroom into one that is functional and pleasant.

The use of light colours is perhaps one of the best ways to ensure that a small bathroom looks larger than it really is. The white or light coloured walls, tiles and fixtures can actually make the small areas look larger. If the space is to be decorated with tiles, large-format tiles on the walls and floor should be used in order to reduce the number of grout lines that are likely to give the room a cramped look.

It is not always easy to place enough storage in a small bathroom, but there are numerous ways of designing storage. Floor mounted vanities might be taking up a lot of space in the bathroom and make the bathroom look more closed up. Make use of ceiling height – accordion style wardrobe or bookshelf. Another good idea is over-the-toilet storage, this provides extra storage without intruding  on the floor space. Another option is to use baskets or vintage boxes to store all of your toiletries and thus hide them from plain sight.

In small bathroom renovations, it might be advisable to replace a conventional pin operated swinging door with a space efficient one. Pocket doors or barn-style sliding doors can be used to save much useful floor space and provide an environment of increased openness. Depending on one's convenience and need for privacy, frosted glass is used to let in light while still creating the feeling of privacy.

Natural lighting is very important in making a small bathroom look larger and spacious. Make sure that as much of the interior of the home as possible gets as much natural light and if not a skylight should be added to the home. In this case, it is recommended to combine various types of artificial lighting sources. For example, sconces mounted on walls on two sides of the mirror will give even and right lighting when one is grooming while the room light may offer broader light ranging throughout the mirror without being disruptive.

On fixtures, please ensure that they are space saving. Wall hung toilets and wash bowls can save space on the floor, also make the bathroom look more established and innovative. A corner sink may be ideal for very confined spaces, certainly if the corner is one of the restrictions.  The combined shower-bath unit occupies less space and will suit people who like to use both showers and baths.

Mirrors are a friend of the small bathroom. A full length mirror or a sequence of mirrors infuse more light and also make the area look larger. If you want a richer appearance, it is advisable to add the height by adding a mirror that reaches to the ceiling if you have extended the cabinetry wall-to-wall above the vanity or use a full-length mirror on the back of the door when it is fully open.

Last but not least, some little things can really go a long way in the case of smaller rooms. When selecting your hardware and accessories, ensure that they are consistent with your design preference and not clutter the existing design. Strike a balance between customizable pieces of furniture and accent element: use strong wallpaper or statement tile on the accent wall but not too intensely that it would dominate the room. What should be born in mind, and that is applicable when designing a small bathroom is that, it is better to keep as many decorations to the minimum so that it doesn’t end up looking cluttered.

In conclusion, these compact bathroom ideas can help in  the construction of a spectacular bathroom and efficient bathroom , irrespective of its small area. Bathroom remodel does not need to be a huge renovation job to bring needed improvements for a small bathroom, you do not need a great amount of money and time; however, you need a great idea, and with it – it is easy to turn a small bathroom into a cozy and comfortable room for resting.