How to Modernize an Old Bathroom

An old, tired bathroom will feel anything but luxurious when soaking in a bath or taking a shower. Or worse, it can fill you with embarrassment when family or friends pay a visit to your home.

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Rather than settling for an outdated color scheme, worn furniture or unattractive tiles, choose to inject a little love and style into this much-used and often neglected room. Fall in love with the space by reading these top tips on how to modernize an old bathroom.

Install a Heated Towel Rail

Add warmth, style, and a splash of modernity into your bathroom by adding a beautiful, heated towel rail. Everybody enjoys having warm rooms and there will be no better feeling than climbing out of a shower and enjoying a fresh, warm towel against your wet skin. If chosen properly, it can also become an attractive focal point that will wow your guests.

Reduce Clutter with a Medicine Cabinet

Hide unsightly toothbrushes, toothpaste and medicine away by installing a medicine cabinet onto your wall. It can reduce clutter in your bathroom, improve storage and you could pick a design with a mirror to improve the room’s function and style.

Replace Your Faucet

A new faucet can transform the look and feel of your bathroom in a way you might not expect. For example, a sleek modern design could add elegance and luxury to your bathroom, which will encourage you to indulge in a hot bath after a busy day. It is also a small change that won’t damage your finances. There are many designs available to match different budgets and tastes, such as a sophisticated waterfall faucet or a wall-mounted single lever, so you should find something that appeals to you.

A Splash of Color

While it was once common to choose neutral colors when designing a bathroom, many stylish homeowners are leaning towards bolder hues. For example, you could add a splash of color with a tranquil powder blue or green on your bathroom walls (or whatever takes your fancy) or you could incorporate black or bronze-colored fixtures.

Update Your Flooring

Pull up cheap linoleum and replace it with a luxurious, natural stone, such as:

  • Marble
  • Granite
  • Porcelain
  • Travertine

It can add instant refinement to your bathroom, and it is bound to become your favorite space within the home. You could even install a vanity with the same countertop surface, which will unite your bathroom furniture and color scheme.

Re-grout Your Tiles

If your existing grouting appears discolored and unsightly, you could give your bathroom an affordable facelift by re-grouting your tiles. It’s a small yet effective task that could turn an old bathroom into a sleek, stylish haven.

Shine a Light on Your Interior

Breathe new life into your current bathroom by removing your fluorescent or single-bulb lighting and installing contemporary downlights. You could even add a dimmer switch to tweak the ambiance and adjust the lighting for different tasks. For example, you can create a brighter environment when applying makeup or shaving or you could turn down the lights when enjoying a relaxing soak in the tub.