Decor and Furniture Ideas for Bathrooms

by Amanda Somers , Spacify

Bathrooms are no longer lonely entities used to brush teeth and for everyday routine. Not long back interior designers and home décor enthusiasts started paying attention to decor and furniture ideas for bathrooms and details like: fine bathroom vanities, cabinets, faucets and sinks and arty bathroom mirrors and a fine lighting job. Some of us even started using antique furniture as vanities against the otherwise modern bath gadgets and bath décor as an interesting contrast to a theme. Now the trend is serious and more people like to think of bath furniture as standard pieces of furniture like rest of the home.

Bathroom style and decor or design ideas can take into account many aspects including: wall colors, tiling, lighting, vanities and other accessories. To begin with wall-paint and tiles, our walls have been romanced by white hues, especially in the West. Maybe it is the feeling of cleanliness that the stark white or paper white evokes; though the shades have mellowed more towards yellow-white or blue-white. In vogue since the early 20th century, the white-on-white bathroom continues to be in fashion even today.

Colour Scheme

Both trendy and practical, white also offers immense potential for colored accents such as: shower curtains, wall art, backsplash, vanity, faucets, and sinks as you could play on contrasts. It still is difficult to match up a décor against paper white, maybe owing to its starkness. Neutral tones are the easiest bet to match up other items. If bolder wall colors appeal, think in terms of ten years down the line. Would the color and tiling still appeal to you? If it is what you are absolutely sure of, go for it. For others, the safest bet is neutral tones, and you can always change other accessories when you renovate.

The Vanity, an Integral Component Piece

As for bathroom vanities, there is a complete segment catering to a range of modern vanities fitted with all amenities one can imagine to be built-in for a deluxe bath appeal. A wooden vanity like the Simple freestanding unit is an ideal model for suave, big, or undersized baths. Today the spaces are comparatively larger and the concept of the bath vanity can really be the essence of bath area. For beginners, it makes sense to measure the area and estimate the number of gadgets and bits and pieces you plan to install. Depending on if whether it’s something like a shower cubicle or a tub that consumes more space, it makes sense to plan for a reasonably sized vanity. It’s a good idea to remember to have some space around as a cluttered bath with amenities may not be the best thing to have.

Bathroom Accessories

Faucets and sinks are also important factors when considering bathroom design ideas. Installations may be a simple matter of logistics, but the right placement, material and finish is where the twist lies. Prior to the 1930’s, nickel-plated brass faucets were used. Later, solid brass electroplated with chromium was use as a standard and is still in vogue. Faucets in brushed nickel and brushed chrome do not leave water spots or fingerprints as easily as some of the polished finishes. Though it’s the integrated look that makes an impression, a great faucet can help in pitching on the style speech. Shapes play a role too. A spectacular one like the Arch Standing can look great with a deep vessel sink like the Dip Porcelain or the Quattro Stainless Steel.

Decorative and Practical Accents

Well-lit mirrors are great space enhancers. They also make an essential bath accessory—practical and artistic. The shape of a mirror can help you personalize a space. Pay attention to the lighting for a glaring or poorly lit mirror can pose as a drawback to an bathroom. The size again depends on the area you have on hand. Try to compliment the mirror with rest of the theme, especially the sink and faucet shape. Sometimes a contrasting mirror can do wonders to the way a bathroom looks. A mirror like Ira Oval can be used in fashioning a contemporary bath space.

Shaping a bath space when with design, style and decor ideas in mind can be a creative and satisfying experience especially when you picture the final outcome. There are many modern furniture outlets online displaying the latest in furniture trends, offering reasonable discounts to it’s online customers. These stores are slowly gaining popularity owing to its convenience, affordability, and range of choice.

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