What Not to Do When Designing a Bathroom?
Bathroom renovations look easy but they can be the trickiest things in your home to transform. After the kitchen, it is the most important place in the house in terms of resale value. Therefore, it must be designed not just by considering practicality but with relaxation and pampering in view. Not all of the homes have huge bathrooms, so we have to combine an array of fittings and technical skills in a compact space to make it a striking one.
For this reason, careful planning along with aesthetics and technical knowledge is essential to design a perfect bathroom. Following post highlights a few common mistakes that new and pro designers can make when designing a bathroom.
Ignoring a Layout
Bathrooms may seem a straightforward but a lack of spatial awareness in planning stages can lead to issues. Layout possibilities are endless but the best layout depends upon the space you have and the needs of your household.
Just because you can fit something into the bathroom design does not mean it can function within that space. Always keep functionality in view besides the design. Make sure you allow enough space between the sanitaryware that people can move, sit or stand comfortably.
Thinking too Big for a Small Space
There is no need to plan for his and her sinks, a walk-in shower and oodles of storage spaces if they won’t fit or you may end up a cramped and impractical space. The truth is that it is not possible in a small-sized bathroom but still if you want such things, you can pick one of your dream items and keep the rest of things compact. However, if your bathroom is really small – you can add luxury touches in the finishes and furnishings. Don’t cram in fittings, otherwise.
Choosing the Wrong Materials
Because of the water taps, shower, toilet, and the sink, bathrooms deal with more moisture than any other place in the house. At the same time, residents have to use strong cleaning products on sanitaryware. Therefore, if the material type is not taken into consideration, it can lead to significant damage. Select the materials that can withstand the moisture and harsh cleaners. Avoid using porous materials that can retain moisture and let mold grow.
Ignoring the Ventilation
People usually overlook the ventilation point, when it comes to designing the bathroom, only to regret it later. It is the most important factor though it is not the glamorous one. Ignoring the ventilation can lead to the growth of mold, and mildew and can make a bathroom uncomfortable. An open window alone is not enough to find a fine balance between natural and artificial ventilation source. A well-placed window can work wonders but do not forget to install a quality ventilation fan that can go well with the size of the bathroom.
Ignoring the Storage
No one complains about having too much storage space in the bathroom. Storage is the key to a successful bathroom and an important factor for good bathroom design. However, putting up a glass shelf on the wall is not enough to always try to incorporate plenty of storage space into the design. A substantial vanity with floating shelves will be more helpful.
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