How to transform your bathroom into a relaxing spa

Imagine for a moment the pleasure of sinking into a warm, massaging spa bath at the end of a pavement - pounding exhausting day. Tired stiff muscles are relaxed by the water jets, and your entire body is soothed and refreshed. That is not beyond the realms of possibility, as transforming your bathroom into a relaxing spa is simply a matter of juggling the space and resources at your disposal.

Relaxing bathroom spas

Home spas have become more common in recent years, due to the popularity of baths with inbuilt spa jets. They come in a variety of shapes and styles, and even the tiniest bathroom can fit a Japanese style spa bath.

The spa bath, though, can be just part of creating a relaxing, refreshing ambience in your bathroom. Think carefully about the other elements that would create relaxation and tranquility for you. Colour is important; cool, gentle greens and blues or natural wood or stone featured decors are best. Introduce an appropriate plant or two if you have the light, and consider a simple relaxing water feature. Keep lighting warm and gentle.

Bathroom spas: Options

Bathroom spas come in shapes and sizes to fit every bathroom. Some ideas:

• Many bathroom spas are simply shaped and sized like a conventional bath, but with spa jets incorporated
• Corner spa baths may be an excellent solution for smaller bathrooms, as the cut away corner design allows for full bathing while taking up little extra room
• Japanese style deep square baths come with spa facilities. This style of bath, with inbuilt seats and neck depth, can be a beautifully relaxing space saving alternative to lay down baths
• Most bigger spa retailers offer a range of sizes and prices, but you may need to shop around to find the right bath in your budget. Start with perusing the internet, or visit a retailer and have a look at the options on offer
• Consider energy efficiency, safety (particularly if you have small children) and water quality when choosing your spa bath
• You will require a plumber to install your spa, as some alterations to the existing pipe set up is likely to be needed.

Choosing a spa to suit your bathroom is best done by looking at the range of options, measuring your bathroom to ensure fit (including door widths!) and then choosing within your budget.

Transforming your bathroom into a relaxing spa

The allure of a relaxing bathroom spa at the end of those hard days that everyone has is hard to resist. So don't! Bathroom spas can be very affordable and there are designs, shapes and sizes to fit even the pokiest of bathrooms. A bathroom spa is a treat that you can enjoy for years to come.