Relax…we’ll take care of it for you!
By Mike Michaelson
Everyone knows that your home is your place to get away from the rest of the world. One of the places in your home that is a special place of sanctuary is your bathroom. Many people are deciding to give their bathroom a spa feel that creates a sense of peace and tranquility. There doesn’t seem to be an end to this trend. There are some things that you can do in your bathroom that will give you the spa that you need at the end of a hard day.
The trends that are being used in bathrooms are extremely varied. There are those that are using the traditional natural colors in their bathrooms but there are also an equal number of people who are deciding to go bold in the color scheme in their bathroom. Imagine how stunning your bathroom would be in a splashy shade of blue.
Many people agree that blues and greens are very soothing choices for a spa feeling in your bathroom. These are the shades of the tropics and can instantly make you feel relaxed and calm. The feeling of being on a beach can also be incorporated into the design of your bathroom with the effective use of stones and shell in your design.
Some prefer the neutral tones of the desert for their bathroom retreat. These colors can produce a warm feeling in the bathroom that is very relaxing as well. Some of the color choices that you will have for this look are clay, saffron and camel.
Once you have your colors chosen, you can continue the feeling of a spa by using large bath sheets in your bathroom. A heated towel rack can warm up those fluffy soft towels for you for the ultimate in decadence in your bathroom spa. Use throw pillows in your bathroom spa that are made from waterproof fabrics. The mat that you place next to your shower should be as fluffy and soft as possible to give you the feeling of pampering.
For those who are lucky enough to have the space in their bathroom, the use of furnishings can be a wonderful choice for your bathroom. Use great curtains and fabrics for the upholstery on your furniture and make a simple room as warm and inviting as possible. Many people are using glass doors in their shower instead of shower curtains.
One thing that you can do to make the space appear bigger is use larger tiles in the smaller space. When there are not as many grout lines the space will have a bigger feel. Large tiles on the bathroom floor are another way that people are decorating their spa bathroom. There are a number of design choices that you can use in your spa bathroom to give you a comfortable and relaxing feeling.
The cabinets that are in your bathroom can be changed to make the best use of your existing space. Make the cabinets shallower if you are dealing with a smaller bathroom. You can also put the electric plugs inside the cabinets so that you don’t have chords running all over the bathroom.
Some folks have used two countertops for their bathroom with an upper and lower level. It is not necessary to overload your bathroom with a ton of cabinet space if you don’t want to. The last thing that you want is a crowded feeling in your bathroom.
One of the most important things in your bathroom is the lighting. The lighting that you will use will allow you to perform the tasks that you must in the bathroom like putting on makeup or shaving. If you are looking for a relaxing atmosphere in your bathroom for a soak in the tub, dimmer switches may be the right answer. All of the lighting must be considered very carefully when you are designing your bathroom.
Some people are mixing up the materials when they are adding the lighting to their bathroom. Consider using lighting that makes use of wrought iron and another that uses beautifully colorful glass. There are more unique approaches to the lighting in your bathroom that you can try if you use your imagination.
Glass tile is becoming very popular today in the spa bathroom. Showers that are designed with the use of glass tile in warm blues and greens are a wonderful choice for a relaxing spa feeling. Use traditional porcelain tiles with your glass tiles for a unique look in the bathroom.
Stainless steel and brushed nickel are still the most popular choice for the fixtures in your bathroom. There is a trend toward bronze fixtures as well. Many people also choose white for their fixtures as well in the bathroom for the clean feeling that it brings to the room.
It is easier than every to create the kind of serene and relaxing space that you want in your bathroom. There are a great many products available to assist you in creating the perfect look for your spa bathroom.
