A good bathroom layout design is one of the key foundations of a good bathroom remodel. Planning the layout means you have to have some idea of things you should and shouldn’t put in it. DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen of Larimer County takes a look at some of the dos and don’ts of bathroom layouts.
Do Consider the Existing Infrastructure
First, consider the existing layout and whether or not you want to relocate major fixtures like the bathtub and the toilet. It’s not just because it will add to the remodeling timeline and cost – though these are factors to be considered – but also because it means changing the way you use your bathroom. If you’ve used the same bathroom for a long time, you’re probably comfortable with the existing layout.
Don’t Skimp on the Lighting
Kitchen and bathroom lighting are similar in that they involve a combination of lighting fixtures. However, they’re also different in that. Kitchen lighting is about helping you with your daily tasks and bathroom lighting is more about creating an atmosphere without losing its practical aspects. Bathtub lighting should help make you feel more relaxed as you soak in the tub, while vanity lighting should be more than just overhead lighting to avoid creating shadows as you shave or put on makeup.
Do Allow Sufficient Storage
Storage is part of every bathroom renovation plan, and it’s always good to have enough of it. Designing storage in such a limited space needs to be a balance of having as much available storage as possible and avoiding making the bathroom look cramped. Strategies such as recessing eye-level storage into the wall can give the bathroom a more streamlined and less top-heavy look.
Don’t Choose Oversized Fixtures
Bigger isn’t always better. Bathroom fixtures are a great example. They may look great on a catalog or Pinterest, but they may not necessarily work in your bathroom. Take a freestanding bathtub as an example: it requires a much bigger space around its footprint, and it would look awkward (not to mention difficult to clean) if placed against a wall or in a recess. It will also make everything else around it seem small in comparison.
Do Hide the Toilet From View
You probably don’t want the toilet in plain view when you leave the bathroom door open. Relocating the toilet is certainly an option, but if you do not want to do that (as discussed in “existing infrastructure” above), there are a few things that you can do. You can change the direction of the door swing to keep the toilet behind it as it’s opened, or you can install a partition wall between the toilet and the door. If you choose the latter, allow elbow room at least eight inches from both sides of the toilet.
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