12 bathroom remodeling ideas that make you go wow
Remodeling the bathroom has been shown time and time again to be one of the most cost effective of all home remodeling jobs. A new, modern bathroom can increase the value of the home greatly, and this means that the money spent in this home improvement can more than be recaptured when the home is sold. There are of course many places to find ideas for creating a beautiful bathroom, but a dozen of our favorite ideas are listed below.
- Slap on a fresh coat of paint
It is amazing what a simple coat of paint can do to spruce up a tired looking bathroom. A new, vibrant color can instantly turn a drab bathroom into a showplace. If your bathroom is a drab gray or dingy white, consider a bright color like yellow or blue to give it new life.
- Color-coordinate your components
Color-coordinate your components. Of course a new color scheme will mean new color coordinated bathroom decorations. Look for matching throw rugs, shower curtains, toothpaste holders and the like. A color-coordinated bathroom is a great step to a beautiful remodeling.
- Consider refacing your cabinets
Refacing your existing bathroom cabinets can be a cost effective alternative to installing new cabinets. If the cabinet itself is still in good shape, refacing it can provide a whole new look at a fraction of the cost of a replacement. There are many cabinet refacing guides and materials available at home improvement stores and on the Internet.
- Use new cabinet hardware
Use new cabinet hardware to make your bathroom look new. The installation of new brass hardware can give bathroom cabinets a whole new look. Beautiful brass fixtures can provide a stunning look, and like refacing, they provide that look at a fraction of the cost of new cabinets.
- Look at lighting
Bathroom lighting is one of the most important aspects of any bathroom remodeling job, and it is one of the best of all bathroom remodeling ideas. The right lighting can make all the difference in any bathroom. A ceiling fan light can add charm and beauty to a large bathroom, and large bulb lights provide excellent lighting conditions for applying makeup.
- Look at new vanity tops
The materials available for today's vanity tops are more durable than ever. Whether you choose the most elegant marble or the simplest tile, a new vanity top can provide years of service and bring beauty and charm to any home.
- Bring some green into your life
Bathroom remodelers should not overlook the importance of greenery in their bathroom remodeling. Adding plants is one of the most frequently heard bathroom remodeling ideas, and it is not hard to understand why. Plants add beauty and charm to any room, and the warm, moist air of the bathroom provides lots of the water and nutrients houseplants need to grow and thrive.
- Check out the bathtub
Take a good look at your bathtub, and carefully examine it for cracks and leaks. A leaking bathtub will only get worse with time, and the water damage it causes will spread beyond the bathroom to other parts of your home.
- Consider a custom tub cover
A custom bathtub cover can be a cost effective alternative to installing a whole new bathtub. Be sure to check out the many bathtub coverings on the market, paying careful attention to the quality and reputation of each one you consider.
- Think about adding a hot tub or Jacuzzi
For the ultimate luxury, it is hard to beat a beautiful hot tub. For bathrooms that have sufficient space, installing a hot tub can be a viable alternative to installing a new traditional bathtub.
- Add new bathroom fixtures
There are so many new bathroom fixtures on the market today that there is one to suit just about every style. From brass to glass to stainless steel, there are fixtures and faucets to bring beauty to any new bathroom. Of course it is important to coordinate the new fixtures to the overall style of the new bathroom, so it may be a good idea to bring a few snapshots of the new bathroom when shopping for fixtures.
- Don't forget a new shower curtain, towel rack and toilet paper holder
These small items are often overlooked in the overall rush of bathroom remodeling ideas, but the small touches can be just as important to the overall look of the new bathroom. Don't forget to coordinate these small touches with the color scheme of your new decorating.
