Often, our bathrooms lack the elegance found in other parts of our homes, despite their vital role. It's time for a makeover! However, bathrooms should serve as the ultimate retreat for unwinding, refreshing, and replenishing after a day's activities or for a restful night's sleep.
Enhancing your bathroom with luxuries like plush bathrobes and designated shelves for organizing haircare, skincare, and even adding greenery, enhances its ambiance without compromising functionality.
If you're eager to transform your bathroom into a more invigorating and uplifting space, here are six top tips to achieve just that.
1. Invest in Luxury Candles and Reed Difusers
Does your bathroom smell bad? Time to Act! Imagine walking into a great-smelling bathroom - it instantly boosts your mood, promoting relaxation and unwinding.
If you have problems in your bathroom with escaping water - there wil always be a lingering smell of mold growing, until the problem is fixed. Use natural herbs like lemongrass and sage to trap bad odours and give your bathroom a refreshing and clean smell.
If space allows it (never clutter your bathroom, we'll get on to that later), consider placing a natural aroma diffuser that will last long and will feel organic - avoid sprays in the bathroom, they look cheap and are not good for your health.
Keep surfaces clean: regularly clean the sink with a mild cleaner to prevent the accumulation of bacteria and limescale. Clean the toilet and the toilet brush every few days to maintain cleanliness and minimize odors, ensuring the lid is closed during flushing.
Also, when mopping the bathroom, remember that if a bad smell comes up immediately after your mopping, then it is your mop that needs to be replaced. Always clean your mop after a heavy use and allow it to dry completely before storing away.
For an occasional indulgence, light a scented candle to create a spa-like ambiance, instantly uplifting the mood.
Ginori candle and reed difuser | Set of three scented candles, 3 x 70g Diptyque | Cire Trudon
2. Change the light fixtures
Effective lighting is essential for enhancing the ambiance of your bathroom. Even spacious bathrooms can feel cramped if the lighting is dim or improperly placed.
If you are not planning any major makeover, then simply consider adding the existing light fixtures as well as the lamps that are being used. LED lights are of course the way forward for their energy saving attributes, but the type of light they emit can be a game changer:
For a relaxing atmosphere conducive to unwinding, select warm white light with a Kelvin temperature between 2000K and 3000K.
To create a bright and invigorating ambiance, opt for cool white light with a Kelvin temperature between 3100K and 4500K
If, however, you are currently in the process of designing your dream bathroom, take the opportunity to introduce a variety of light fixtures to be used in line with the desired bathroom use.
Colour-changing, recessed spotlights can help create a spa-like effect when you want to take a long bath. By changing their colour from white to blue or purple they can help you unwind. You can find these smart lightbulbs everywhere.
Use a combination of drop lights around your mirror and an illuminated mirror for added luxury.
Lights of Dot Com
3. Update your towels!
Refreshing your towels and bathrobes can be a simple yet effective way to elevate the look and feel of your bathroom.
Over time, towels can become worn out, lose their softness, and even start to develop unpleasant odors. By updating your towels, you not only enhance the aesthetic appeal of your bathroom but also improve your overall hygiene and comfort.
Consider investing in high-quality towels that are not only absorbent but also durable. Opt for a color scheme that complements your bathroom decor to create a cohesive and inviting space. Additionally, regularly washing and properly storing your towels can help prolong their lifespan and maintain their freshness.
Upgrading your towels may seem like a small change, but it can make a significant difference in the ambiance of your bathroom.
Jenny Kakoudakis likes to blog about interiors. She launched award-winning Seasons in Colour in 2014 and All The Pretty Homes in 2024. When she is not chasing criminals out of the financial system (her day job), she gets creative by redecorating her own home.
Download her free bathroom renovation guide here.
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