1. We always need more in the bathroom - towels, toiletries, cleaning supplies, little bottles and tubes - than we'd like to see. Storage which fits seamlessly within your overall look is an essential element to any design scheme.
2. A clutter-free bathroom cabinet looks great, and can help you access all the items you need.
3. Storage space is imperative in the bathroom, but many of our floor cabinets go beyond function to also serve as decorative accents. These days you can get elegance and utility in a single piece.
4. A corner cabinet takes up a little of what is often underutilized space. Smaller or half baths can take advantage of this design by putting storage in a corner, and giving you more room left over with which to work.
5. Always keep in mind who'll be utilizing each bathroom, and what each of his or her concerns might be. If a couple is sharing a master bath, two of everything - vanities, medicine cabinets, sinks - can be a great idea.
6. When speaking of bathroom furniture, storage is a huge concern. But just as much so should be how easy an item is to clean. Moisture, dust, soap, lotions, and various personal items make cleaning a bathroom a unique challenge. Being easy to clean - and easier to keep clean - is a great feature for any piece of bathroom furniture.
7. In planning your new or updated bathroom, don't just look online, or peruse home magazines, or stroll through showroom floors. You want more than what looks great on paper. Take a minute and go through your bathroom as it is, and keep track of what you like or don't like about it, and why. What works? What do you wish you had?
8. Don't forget your budget. Thankfully, many great fashionable, functional options are available. But remember, you're doing this to improve your life. A great new bathroom won't be as enjoyable if you can't go in it without thinking about breaking the bank.
9. Is now the time for a new paint job? If you're looking at adding or remodeling your bathroom furniture, a fresh coat of paint can complete the new look. Remember, painting a bathroom is a different endeavor than any other room. Because of moisture concerns, a different kind of paint is needed, and look into any other preparation the job could entail.
10. Bathrooms are no longer simply functional. Bathrooms now have buzz, and word of mouth. They're relaxation rooms now, sanctuaries, and their design reflects it. If you're remodeling your bathroom, take your time, savor your options, and have fun.
