There are five important steps you have to consider when you are designing your bathroom:
1) Decide the size of the bathroom. Are you going to build a luxury bathroom, a full bathroom, a half bathroom, a small bathroom, a child bathroom, or a guest bathroom? Depending on the size, you have to decide whether or not to include bidet, extra sink, separate tub and shower, whirlpool, spa and maybe more, depending on your budget. Perhaps you want a large bathroom with only limited bathroom furnishings. In that case you can always add bathroom furnishings later.
2) Decide what materials to use in the bathroom. It’s a good idea to have a bathroom tile design that should generate a floor surface that is good looking, water resistant and most important safe to walk on. Examples of good bathroom floor designs are rubber, ceramic tile, vinyl and linoleum. All these bathroom tile design materials should be available anywhere.
3) Decide how much storage you want in the bathroom. Do you need a large or a small bathroom cabinet or maybe no bathroom cabinet at all? By tradition, the bathroom cabinet is often located above the sink. But in these days you can place it elsewhere in the bathroom. You can also use corner shelves and hang towel bars.
4) Decide what lighting to use in the bathroom. Without high quality lighting, the interior decoration and the character of your bathroom cannot be developed as it should be. Natural light is a significant aspect in bathrooms. Choose between a window or roof skylight to bring in natural light in the bathroom. It’s also important to choose the right light fixtures for your bathroom. Reflect on what type of lighting you want to enjoy in your bathroom. You must also consider the position of the lighting. It’s also essential to take into account, where in the bathroom you will need more light for your everyday needs.
5) Decide what ventilation to use in the bathroom. Without suitable ventilation your bathroom will begin to give off repulsive odors. It is very important to get out the moisture in the bathroom. In this way you prevent both mold and stagnant air. Make sure to install both bathroom drain waste ventilation and exhaust fan to make sure your bathroom stays clear of putrid smells and bacteria growth.
Everybody can design their own personal bathroom. It just takes some research and family preparation. Before you start, you should read as many bathroom design articles as you can, to learn about the diverse products and to comprehend what you really want. You can find these articles in different magazines or on the Internet.
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Bathroom Accessories That Make You Relax
November 29th, 2009Do you have a couple of rooms upstairs away from everyone that is being used for storage? Want to do something different and have a place to relax. I have some ideas that might help you with your new project.
Put a large sliding glass door between the two rooms. In one corner, two steps up set your extra large tub. How about add a skylight in the ceiling to let in the daylight during the day and the stars at night. Don’t forget to add mirrors around you tub with lots of candles on the ledge. Candles are so pretty reflecting off the mirrors. Maybe you might want more light so put one or two fancy light fixtures on one wall or in the ceiling.
If you have a large bathroom, why not install a fireplace on the opposite side of your glass. A fireplace will add more of a romantic and relaxing sensation to your rooms. On the ledge add some more candles and maybe put a picture over them to go with your theme.
Always chose a theme before you start your new project. Having a theme will help you to choose your colors and the mood you want to have when enjoyed your time.
You can also install a large cabinet at the end of your sink. Set a microwave and mini-fridge in it. You’ll need something to keep that wine cold while your relaxing.
Have another space in the extra bathroom. Set a chair in it to sit while putting on your lotions. You’ll want a lot of lotions and oils along with some smelly bubbles to help you relax and set the mood you are in. Remember they should all be the same scent so that the smells all drift from one room to the next.
When choosing your carpet be sure to get a natural color you might want to chance you color later on and not the carpet. The sink, counter, stool and tub should all match too but try not to have the same colors as your flooring. To much of one color will make the your room dull and not exciting to be in. It will also make you depressed sometimes if everything is the same color. So, mix and match. When choosing your tile make sure it is small maybe 1×1. The small the tile the less change you have of slipping when getting out of the tub and down the steps.
Like to read and relax at the same time. Set a basket near the chair and lay some outdated magazines in it. Get yourself a bath pillow to fit one end of the tub and a magazine pour in the bubble with a glass of wine and read. Sound cozy doesn’t it.
Be creative when organizing your new bathroom. Set a plant on a stand or even one corner of your tub. With the skylights, they will get enough sunlight and the moisture is good for them too.
Have more space and don’t know what to do with it. Put a towel rack in to put those entire special and fancy towel and washcloths you have in the cupboard. Fancy towels always make a person feel special along with all the oils and bubbles.
Once you have all your bath accessories organized and put away get that fancy and comfortable sleepwear you’ve always wanted and use it only when your in your own special rooms.
Putting lotion on and your new sleepwear will make the final relaxation come to and you can then sit back and enjoy the new you.
By: John Pawlett
