Tips to Elevate Your Bathroom
It’s often the details, such as finishes and materials, that make a standard room special.
1. Bring in some fresh scents.
Easy way to give you all the fresh spring vibes is to swap out those wintery scents you’ve been using for something more of the season. I love picking up floral, citrusy, or herbal hand soaps, along with a new candle, and even room spray to change things up.
2. Switch out your linens.
A new set of towels somehow has the amazing ability to jumpstart any bathroom makeover . Go for a nice spring color option, or stick to neutrals with some bright whites.
If you’re looking to keep things under budget, opt for a fresh set of hand towels that complement your existing linens.
3.Swap out your shower curtain.
This upgrade is super affordable, and can make a huge difference in your space. There are tons of trendy options out there, so you really have no reason to not get a new shower curtain.
Oh, and if you’re willing to fork out a little more, trade those basic shower curtain rings for something a little more exciting too.
4. Add storage
Assuming you’ve taken the time to declutter, add in storage baskets, shelves, over-the-toilet units (yes they make a few that aren’t hideous) to keep clutter at bay, or to at least help disguise it in between deep cleans.
Go for nice neutral pieces that can easily transition between seasons and decor refreshes to save money. I love a good linen basket to hide dirty clothes!
5.Update your bath mats/rugs
Old bath mats are, well, gross. Wash and donate the old one and go for something a little more eye-catching. There are so many fun bath mats out there these days, but I typically go the refined route for textiles…even bath mats.
And for those who might cringe at the thought of a wet vintage Persian / Moroccan rug, I say this: 1. They look amazing! Can’t argue with me on that one. 2. They’re much more durable than you think. 3. If you have a well-ventilated bathroom, you’ll be fine. You can always take 10 more seconds to dry off in the shower so you’re not drenching your rug in wet hair run-off.
6.Hang up some art.
Putting art on the walls makes your bathroom feel less like a place you go to um, well…and more like an actual living space. I always like to add affordable framed prints or other pieces that won’t mind a little humidity here and there.
7.Replace your builders grade mirror.
I’ll say it again, replace your builders grade mirror! If you have any leftover room in the budget , this should absolutely be on your list of upgrades. Taking down a generic, ugly old vanity mirror in exchange for something more high-end and modern can make a huge difference.
Bathroom mirrors have this strange ability to either stand out as a focal point, or gently complement a focal point that already happens to exist, say a rad backsplash or bold vanity. Go with what works for your style, space, and budget – you won’t be disappointed!
8.Install new or update old fixtures.
Second to new mirrors might be new fixtures. I’m talking lighting fixtures and water fixtures. If buying new lights and faucets sets you way over budget, consider refinishing your existing ones instead. You can actually paint them pretty easily using rust resistant metallic spray paints.
9.Change out your hardware.
I can’t tell you how many times a new set of knobs has transformed my furniture and cabinetry. Only takes a few minutes to change out, and usually won’t cost you much. Try this DIY leather cabinet pulls project for a super affordable upgrade.
10. Add backslash or wallpaper accents.
Depending on the size of your bathroom, installing new backsplash or wallpaper accents could be great way to freshen things up. There are seriously so many interesting ideas circulating on Pinterest right now, from full-blown floor to ceiling tile spas to smaller vanity backsplashes, there’s something for pretty much every budget.