Give your bathroom the spa treatment
Think about the last time you enjoyed a spa day. It’s not just about the facial or the massage; Depending on the facility, your experience began when you were greeted at the door and offered a glass of wine or other snack. Another person handed him a luxurious, comfortable robe and escorted him to a private room where he soaked in a hot Jacuzzi tub until he indulged in his spa treatment. You left on wobbly legs, feeling whole and utterly relaxed; as if everyday life as you know it has been put on pause. If only you could take this feeling with you.
Increasingly, this spa-like experience is being recreated in decorating styles as homeowners take their mild-mannered baths and give them the spa treatment. Here are some of the most popular decorating techniques for transforming your bathroom, where your only restriction is your budget.
It’s about the bathtub. For many people, this is their only escape from the demands of the day and a busy family life. A soak in a scented hot tub can do wonders to rejuvenate your body and soul. The bathtub should be large, with many relaxing hydromassage jets. Keep a storage basket handy with your favorite bath soaps and plenty of candles nearby.
A shower is the next best option. Hopefully, you’ll have room for a tub and a separate stand-up shower; And especially for shower lovers, it’s worth spending the extra money on a nice one. Like the bathtub, the shower must be large, the bigger the better, even the large versions for couples. Get rid of the old shower curtains, as the new models have glass walls and no glass doors or doors, allowing light to spill through. Choose from a veritable buffet of shower heads ranging from multiple heads, pulsating wall jets, and large overhead rain heads.
Digital shower controls including waterproof speakers are also available for that morning wake up experience.
Cabinets can be a mix of old and new. Furniture-style cabinets are on-trend with dark wood, ornate pull handles, and stone or granite countertops. However, modern and sleek contemporary cabinets are also popular.
Sink styles are returning to the old bowl-style sink; where the sink appears to be positioned on top of the cabinet. They come in a wide variety of finishes, including stone, porcelain, and clear textured glass. Copper as an accent is also being widely used. In addition, square or rectangular sinks and drop-down sinks are popular.
For faucets, try the wall-mounted variety, they have the advantage of adjusting to various heights and provide attractive accents to a bowl sink. Crystal handles are very popular, as are chrome ones.
Go for the natural look. Try using a stone countertop or slate tile for a spa-like grotto effect.
The heater is on! Add warmth to your bathroom with heated floors, towel rails, and even fireplaces. They are all widely available, with a variety of different styles to choose from. Heated floors are even popular in warmer climates; no one likes to walk on a cold marble floor in the middle of the night.
The accessories complete the set. Although wall colors should be neutral and calming, add pops of color with accent pieces like vases filled with branches, bamboo, an attractive piece of art, or a slim row of mosaic tiles in a contrasting hue. Attach hooks near the shower and tub to hang that thick bathrobe you may have hung.
For all the comforts of home, add a mini fridge and espresso machine to your home spa. Use open shelves for storage and line them with large wicker baskets filled with spa items. Fold plush fluffy towels and stack them on the shelves.
Now call Sven for a personal massage; sit back, relax and enjoy your new bathroom!