Remodeling an entire bathroom or making some changes is a good way to make your home more energy-efficient and comfortable. In this article, we give you some tips on designing a bathroom, organizing it, and making it more energy-efficient. Bathrooms are an important part of home renovations, so let’s dive in!
Designing the Master Bath
The master bathroom is often located near the bedrooms in the house and close to the master bedroom. It can be located on the first floor, too, and not near the bedroom. In some two-story homes, it is located on the first floor. When you design this room you will have to decide, who will use it? Will it be everyone in the family, both adults and children, or just adults? Over 29.51% of bathrooms have a contemporary design, so consider both functionality and looks as you design your master bath. If your home has a septic tank, you may want to consider septic pumping to avoid costly failures such as a clogged drainfield or sewage backing up into the home.
Master bathrooms can be designed for the whole family to use or just for couples. They often have a soaking tub, sinks, a toilet, extra storage space, a steam shower, a whirlpool bath, and sometimes other special features as well. They can be designed for you to use one person at a time or for two people. Some are designed as wet baths where the shower is not in an enclosure. Find good bathroom remodeling companies and shower remodelers to help you design your master bath.
Organizing the Kids’ Bathroom
When you design a child’s bathroom, you need tools to keep it organized and neat to save time. Some people have double sinks so two children can wash and brush their teeth at the same time. Hooks and storage baskets are good places to hang and store towels and toys. A stool for kids to stand on when they cannot reach the sink is handy. Use whimsical lighting and patterned wallpaper to liven up the bathroom.
Add a bright color with towels, wastebaskets, and storage cabinets. Choose to install a shower or a bathtub to keep the style simple, not both. Provide mats that prevent falls on the floor and in the shower. Over four million Americans wear braces, and many are children. So, provide a safe place for them to store and use toothbrushes and dental supplies. Organize soap, shampoo, makeup, and other supplies so they are easy to find as well.
Flooring
Flooring for your bathrooms should be based on how it takes the stress and hold up of water. Moisture can ruin the wrong type of flooring in any bathroom. Porcelain or ceramic tile is a great choice for the downstairs bathroom floor because it is very waterproof. It is reasonably priced, too. Some of these tiles look like wood or stone, so you can create the look you want. It can be slippery, and a textured tile can be safer.
Vinyl flooring endures well in bathrooms with water and comes in sheets and vinyl plank flooring. It is durable and easy to install. Engineered wood holds up well under moisture and it looks real. It is more expensive but gives you the look of real wood and will not be damaged. The bathroom floor is an important part of your remodeling project.
Lighting and Ventilation
Whether you have a window or not in the bathroom, installing a fan will help with odors and ventilation. It helps with moisture that can peel paint and build up mold and mildew. There are many different types, and some come with light fixtures. Let a professional help you choose the right fan if you’re replacing an old one or building a new bathroom. Windows and skylights that let in natural light are a healthy choice for lighting as well. They bring beauty and health benefits. Hanging light fixtures over the sink, toilet, or bathtub can add more light to the room, too.
Wall lamps in various styles above the sink can be tailored to many design styles. Adding mirrors on the wall adds to the lighting in your bathroom and can make the space appear bigger!
Bathroom Energy Efficiency
Install energy-efficient showerheads that use less water and faucets. Low-flow toilets use less water and will help you save on your monthly water bill. Using energy-efficient light bulbs in lamps and light will save you electricity. Take a shorter shower and fill the bathtub half full instead of all the way. Unplug devices not in use, like hairdryers, electric toothbrushes, and nightlights. These are a few tips to help make your bathrooms more energy efficient. Energy use is the same today as it was in 2000 due to energy-efficient measures used by consumers, and you can keep on making improvements in your own home to continue the trend!
Overall, the bathroom is an important part of regular home renovations so that you can keep your home safe and functioning well. Even small renovations add to the ambiance of your home, so get your family involved in your home’s bathroom remodeling project today!
