Archive for the ‘Bathroom Design’ Category

The materials that you choose to finish your bathroom with and the ensuing style that emerges from this go hand in hand; you cannot have one without the other. Style is not only the way something looks; it is also the way that your bathroom feels. The great thing about style is that it is so personal. You can mix and match to your hearts content and you can also mix and match finish materials as well, Read the rest of this entry »

Bathrooms are usually assigned less space than any other room in your house. As it turns out one of the biggest design challenges is to make room for all that you want. From toilets to sinks to showers and bathtubs, each fixture requires a minimum amount of space above and around their physical dimensions in order to be used easily and safely. Read the rest of this entry »

Bathroom fixtures come in a variety of widths, lengths and shapes. Before completing your bathroom layout you must carefully consider the placement and proximity of each design element so that you will be able to perform each task without being hindered or obstructed in any way. This not only aids in the logical flow of tasks but also assures safety and comfort when using the facility. Read the rest of this entry »

So many people get hung up on what they consider to be good design that they are brought to a standstill before they even begin. So what is good design? Truth be known, there is no one real good way of designing your bathroom. What you should be asking yourself is Read the rest of this entry »

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Natural light can have a profound effect on the atmosphere of your bathroom and its decor. In the past, bathrooms came with a fixture over the sink or a combination light fixture/ventilation fan located somewhere in the middle of the 5ft x 8ft bathroom ceiling. The narrowly focused light from this fixture did a super job of lighting the sink but unfortunately created weird shadows under your eyes, cheek bones and chin. Its a good thing that coming up with a better lighting solution isn’t difficult. Read the rest of this entry »

Adding a new bathroom to your home is a good investment, not only because of the added convenience factor of having another bathroom but also because if you decide to sell your place, you can typically recuperate about ninety percent of your initial investment. Size, drainage and ventilation are all areas that you must consider when Read the rest of this entry »

Like most families, if your bathroom is a zoo in the morning, creating bathroom efficiency for everyone should be a top priority so that everyone gets in and out of there in as little time as possible. The good news is, there is hope for you yet, all you have to do is organize the things that you use regularly so that you never have to leave the bathroom to get anything and make sure everything you need is within easy reach. Sounds simple enough doesn’t it? Here are some tips to Read the rest of this entry »