Features for a complete bathroom

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Over the last few decades bathrooms have really come into their own and fortunately designers have caught on and kept up with the new trends in bathroom styles.

Essential bathroom features

Bathrooms have moved on from the pokey little back rooms they used to be and the features available now allow us to create the kind of bathroom that is as beautiful as it is functional and while some things are purely there for decorative impact, there are some items that are essential for the modern bathroom. This includes:

Good lighting
Practical floor plans
Storage space
Good ventilation
Adequate mirrors

Don't skimp on any of these items. For your bathroom to fully serve all your needs you need to ensure that you cover the basics at least and then you can add decorative touches to create the look you want.

Creating your bathroom space

If your existing bathroom is no longer serving you needs it might be a good idea to look at a part or full renovation. You spend a lot of time in there when you think about it so you need to create a bathroom that works for you. It can be as simple as changing the lighting or upgrading to more practical storage options. There are lots of cabinetry solutions when it comes to storage space. Put in a bigger mirror to open things up and reflect more natural light. A well placed mirror can really transform a bathroom.

Have a look at the general layout. Would removing the shower recess and having an over the bath shower give you more space? This is often a good solution in smaller bathrooms and there are several styles in bath/shower combinations.

Good ventilation is a must. If you don't already have one, look at installing a combination light, heater and exhaust fan unit. Condensation and steam are two of the biggest enemies in the bathroom as they can encourage mould and mildew and the room can feel cold and damp.

Look at having different light sources in your bathroom too. Good bright lights for every day functions but have the option of some ambient lighting as well for those times when you want to just lay back and relax.