If you’ve put off a bathroom remodel because you keep thinking that the space is just too small to bother with, think again. There are ways you can maximize a small space and make it function better for your family. Between some newly available products and design tricks, you can have a great-looking and functional bathroom, even if it’s smaller than you would like.
A survey by LightStream Home Improvement found that 73 percent of homeowners plan some sort of home improvement in 2019. Of those homeowners, the primary reason for the remodel was to reflect their lifestyle, rather than for resale, because they plan on staying in their home for 10 or more years. Nearly 40 percent of the respondents indicated that bathroom remodeling was one of their planned projects. So how do you make your small bathroom work for you and seem bigger? Here are some tricks from our experts.
Open Shelving
Because a large cabinet or linen closet is a big element in any bathroom, it can make the space seem small. One option is to choose open shelving for storage. If there are items you want to keep private, use decorative baskets on the shelves to hold them. Consider rolling towels and other linens rather than folding them for a decorative touch.
Light
If you don’t have a window in the bathroom and it’s possible to add one, do so. Natural light and the view out the window will make the space feel larger. If a window or solar tube isn’t an option, choose lighting fixtures that light the whole room, rather than just point down onto the vanity. Also, keep the color palette light.
A Walk-In Shower
A tub/shower combination is common in most smaller bathrooms, however, if you don’t need the tub, consider a walk-in shower with a glass door. The glass door will help the room to feel bigger because your view isn’t obstructed by a shower curtain.
A Floating Vanity
If you know you’re going to have a vanity, consider one that attaches to the wall rather than sitting on the floor. Because the floor itself goes under the cabinet, the room seems bigger. And, if you’re looking to add even more of the illusion, add lighting underneath the vanity too.
Work With an Experienced Bathroom Remodeling Company
You may think about handling a small bathroom remodel yourself, but when you work with a bathroom remodeling company, you get better results. Not only will the project finish in a shorter amount of time than if you were to do it yourself, professional designers can help you make the space look bigger and meet all your needs.
As a local design/build company, the G.M. Roth team knows that many of the older homes in Bedford, Hudson and Amherst have small bathrooms. We help many homeowners with creative bathroom remodeling projects so their small bathroom space feels bigger and works with their needs. Whether you have a small secondary bathroom you want to renovate or your master needs an overhaul, we are the company to call. Reach us at (603) 880-3761 or by filling out our contact form for your free needs analysis.
