How to Make a Bathroom Look Bigger

Having a bright and spacious bathroom to lie back and relax in as you enjoy a long soak is something we all want - however, it is not always possible. Indeed, this part of your property may live up to its reputation as the smallest room in the house a little too well.

However, it is possible to make it seem bigger, whether by fitting new white fixtures like Ideal Standard toilets, or coming up with clever storage.

Read on to learn three simple steps you can take to make your bathroom look brighter and bigger.

New suite

If you have an old bathroom suite that has been there since you moved in, it may not be in the condition you would like. Indeed, coloured bathroom suites have a habit of looking particularly dated.

In addition to this, dark-coloured toilets, sinks and baths can make a room feel more cramped, so it may be time to invest in a shiny new collection.

Should space be at a particular premium, look out for intelligently designed units that make as much use of the room they have as possible.

For instance, having a shower installed over the bath will create extra space if you currently have a separate area for each.

Meanwhile, slower enclosures with sliding doors or those that open inwards will not take up additional space every time you open them. If you rarely take baths, you may find it is worthwhile having this taken out altogether and replaced with a larger shower unit.

Keep in mind that modern design and manufacturing techniques mean that you can find units to fit in even the most awkward spaces, such as Manhattan shower enclosures that can be installed in a corner.

Lighting

One way of making a room look bigger is to ensure it is as well-lit as possible. This can be achieved through both natural and artificial means.

If you do not have any windows in your bathroom and you are unable to have one installed, opt for spot lights that bathe the whole room in a soft glow, rather than one central ceiling light.

A useful trick is to decorate the room with tiles or even a shiny wallpaper, as this will bounce what light there is around the room. A large mirror will do the same trick and even a white bathroom suite can help you achieve this.

White is the most reflective colour, so in a small bathroom you should opt for this palette as much as possible. However, creating a few focal points will also add to the illusion of space, so break up the neutral tones with a few contrasting hues of colour, such as the odd bright tile.

Intelligent storage

While not much is stored in the bathroom, all those bottles of shampoo, bubble bath, spare toilet rolls and fluffy towels can take up a fair chunk of space.

Keeping the floor as clear of clutter as possible is another great way to make the room feel bigger, but when you have so many things you need to keep in the bathroom this may not always be possible.

Fit shelves around the walls of your bathroom higher than eye level, so all your belongings can be stored away neatly. You can place anything on here from spare towels to shaving mirrors and get it down whenever you need it.

Another idea is to invest in a heated towel rack as this will not only make the room warmer, but will also give you somewhere to store your linens.

Bathrooms365 sells a range of bathroom fixtures, from sinks to shower enclosures. If you want to kit out a small bathroom with Ideal Standard toilets or Manhattan shower enclosures, visit us today.