Bathroom Decorating Ideas For The Designing Woman

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By TexasT

A bathroom is one of the rooms in your house that will be visited most often second only to the kitchen. When stepping into the space allotted having, comfortable warmth is almost a must. Everything from the toilet to the door should be considered when putting together a room that reflects not only useful but also lovely amenities. For that reason, the shopping will be fun and long lived.

Steam Shower Head

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Showers

The shower can be curtained with a bright design of frogs or fishes. Maybe the idea is to have something that reflects more elegance. Adding a warm shade such as red or brown with a ruffled outer curtain can make a lot of difference in the way that space is viewed. Definitely add a shelving unit of some kind to the inside too. If something simple and easy to reach is in the span of desires a simple rack of white plastic or chrome-coated wire hung from the shower head may fit. Tiered shelves that fit into a corner and are held up with a spring-loaded metal pole might suit you better.

Bath Vanity Units

The sink cabinet is probably the most important part. It is also the easiest. Soap dishes and pump dispensers are available in most colors and with or without a pattern on them. Toothbrush holders come in standing or mountable styles for your convenience. A hand towel hanger of rubbed brass can add so much to the look as well. In addition, the mirror plays an important role. Simple or fancy will depend on the designer. One larger mirror in the center accented with several decorative mirrors around it will give off more light as it is reflected from above and all around you. Be they flattering crystal or simple European lantern style will not matter as it bounces around the room.

Open Shelving
Open Shelving

Linen Cabinets

Towel bars or linen cabinet will depend on the specific bathroom. Stained wood or metal are available to your taste. Open or cabinets with doors are also another option. Open shelving will give the chance to keep the towels fresh and if your colors are bright and vibrant will reflect an additional taste to the room. The walls around these must absolutely be thought of too. Wallpaper is a nice and loud touch but one idea you could try is a more muted color, maybe light pink or lavender, then put up a few pictures and a flower arrangement in a nice aluminum or brass sconce could perk up the very space available.

Decorative Mirror
Decorative Mirror

Decorative Mirrors

Putting a full length mirror onto the inside of the door will give every member of the family a chance to fully view the new duds or the outfit chosen for that sweet sixteen date. Mom can entertain the new dress as she puts herself together for that quiet evening out with the husband at the end of a hectic week. Putting up a garland of flowers around that mirror that nicely matches the rest of the decor can be the last touch. Every time you walk into this renewed bathroom, a feeling of home and comfort will accompany you. Or you can put a beautiful decorative mirror up over your tub to help bounce light around your bathroom.

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