The average bathroom is small. One factor that makes small bathrooms feel even smaller is clutter. When you have too many things going on with the décor and colors, and there are items on the counters and on the floor, you make it look tiny.
But a small bathroom can still look bigger with a few changes. Here are some tips.
Use a Mirror
This is one of the time-tested ways of making a small room look bigger than it is. Install a large mirror on one side of the bathroom walls. The reflection gives the illusion of more space, but it also makes the room brighter because of the reflected light.
Pro tip: install a frameless mirror to maximize the feeling of more space. There are mirrors coated with an anti-tarnish formula to protect it from moisture.
Add More Natural Light
Entry doors with glass add more natural light to your home. You can do the same for your bathroom, but with the use of bigger windows and skylights. A bright bathroom looks bigger and more comfortable.
It’s easy to clean windows. As for skylights, a soft scrub brush and a warm water and mild detergent mixture can remove roof-side moss and dirt.
Pro tip: use frosted glass on your windows if you want to maximize light without using curtains or blinds for privacy.
Minimize Décor
Décor is fine if it’s simple, small and unobtrusive. If there are too many decorations or if you don’t remove clutter, your bathroom will look busy instead of warm and comfy.
Pro tip: get rid of clutter before it accumulates. Don’t buy too many items when you only need one.
Use a Clear Glass Shower Enclosure
Instead of a framed frosted glass enclosure for your shower, use a frameless and transparent glass one. This doesn’t obstruct the view so your bathroom still feels big even if a shower enclosure is present.
Pro tip: get a clear-glass enclosure that doesn’t have a door. A swinging door takes up space.
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