The bathroom is one of the smallest spaces in any home. It’s also one of the most used areas in any home. As such, it’s important to keep your bathroom functional and comfortable so you want to spend as much time in there as possible. Whether small or large, every bathroom could use some tips on how to make it feel bigger. You might not have a huge space to work with, but there are ways to trick the eye into thinking it’s larger than it actually is. Read on for four tips on how you can make your bathroom feel bigger — no matter what size your space may be!
Use Lighter Colours on the Walls
Dark colours tend to make a small space seem even smaller. To make your bathroom feel brighter, use lighter colour schemes on your walls. White, cream, and light blue are all good colour choices for a small bathroom. If you want your bathroom to be less bright, consider using patterns on the walls — something that will add some texture to the room without being too bright.
Install Vertical Storage
Bathrooms are the perfect place to try out a little vertical storage. Shelves, cabinets, and even towel rods can be installed on the walls in a small bathroom. If you have a larger bathroom, vertical storage on the walls is a great way to keep the space from feeling cluttered — but in a smaller space, it’s a great way to make it feel less cramped. By installing vertical storage, you can free up space on your counters and floors for things like toiletries and towels and have a few shelves for books or other decorative pieces.
Add Mirrors
Mirrors can make any space seem more open and bright. Install a large mirror on one of your bathroom walls (or even the ceiling if you have the space). This can make your room feel more open, and help you to see more of your surroundings while you’re in the bathroom. If you don’t have space for a full-length mirror, you could consider adding decorative framed wall mirrors. You could also try using a full-length tension rod — simply hang a decorative piece of fabric or a framed photo on the rod to give the space a different look.
Add Strategically Placed Windows
If you have a window in your bathroom, you can use it to your advantage to make the room feel bigger. Open the windows whenever you can to allow more light into the room and make the space feel less cramped. If your windows are placed high on the wall and are difficult to reach, consider adding a lower-level window to the room. Adding a window to the side of your bathroom (near a doorway) will allow more light to pour in and make the room feel less cramped. If you don’t have a window, you could consider adding one — even if you have a small space to work with. You can install a skylight or glass roof to let light into the room or even add a small window that’s hidden from view.
The bathroom is a smaller space than many others in your house, which means that it’s easy to feel cramped and overwhelmed when you’re trying to get ready or clean up. Luckily, there are plenty of ways to make the room feel bigger so that you’re not spending all day feeling stressed out. By using light colours on the walls, installing vertical storage, adding mirrors, and strategically placing windows, you can make your bathroom feel as large and open as you need it to be.