With the real estate rates going up in India every second, the size of a standard house or flat gets continuously shrunk. When a 2BHK or 3BHK space is non-compromisable for most of us, how many of us really bother to see the size of a bathroom? Yes, bathrooms would be the last thing on any homebuyer’s mind, as we all like to have bigger spaces when it comes to our Hall, Bedroom or Kitchen but don’t give much thought to the bathroom’s size or organization. But what we fail to see is that coming to a cramped bathroom after a good night’s sleeps can hardly feel refreshing or that while entertaining guests on a particular dinner night, it can quickly get embarrassing if our guest wants to use our capsule size bathroom that has been also neglected design and organization wise.
Bathroom indeed is a very important space of the house which shouldn’t be overlooked. Imagine after a quick shower you leave behind a wet bathroom which in turn gets furthermore dirty with the footprints of anybody who has later walked in. These all are very small things one needs to keep in mind while getting their capsule size bathrooms made.
Try the following simple quick tips for a spacious and refreshing looking bathrooms.
#1 colours
Never use dark colors in small places. But that doesn’t mean go for stark white. Well, many may argue with this point as white is something which is most commonly the preferred choice, but it’s also a color which will remind you of bathrooms in hospitals and clinics. Not only that, the whites easily turns to yellow (with muck and dust) if not taken care of properly. Instead, go for pastel shades or shades of brown (light ones).
#2 tiles
Choose your tiles very judiciously. The size and shape of the tiles can make a lot of difference to the size-perception of the bathroom. If you go for big slabs it will make your bathroom appear small, so opt for smaller tiles in rectangular shape which will add depth to your capsule size bathrooms. Ample of choices are available to choose from like Ceramic, Moroccan, Terry cotta, Granite, Marble etc. Just make sure you go for anti-skid tiles, especially in the shower area.
#3 shower protector
Try to create a separate area for shower. For smaller bathrooms it’s difficult to get a tub in, so instead, try making a partition about 1 and half feet tall which will barricade the water from flowing out and at the same time can work as a tub for small babies. If one doesn’t want to make a solid barricade one can always get aluminum tube fixed which is about 3 inches in height and then add a shower curtain to it. There, you have saved your entire bathroom from turning to a dreary, watery zone and confined the water to the shower area. Also shower curtains can add a vibrant feel to the bathroom if the right colors and prints are chosen for them.
#4 storage
Always have towel rack and hooks installed. Drying your towels on the back of the bathroom door not only makes it look hideous but also leaves no place to hang your clothes. Since the floor space is limited, try exploiting the air space and buy yourself ample storage space in the form of shower caddies, floating vanities, sink cabinet to name a few. Nowadays markets are flooded with so many varieties which will definitely match your style and preferences.
#5 storage under basin
Last but not the least, do not waste your space beneath the sink. With the basin already there the space has been blocked, so why not make a utility cupboard below your basin to stock up your toiletries and at the same time hide the ugly pipeline structures. Try putting up granite or marble slabs which won’t get damaged in case the basin leaks. Nowadays one can easily find plastic doors with wood finishing which can be used instead of actual wood, thus protecting them from water damage.
Whether you’re designing a new capsule size bathrooms or renovating your old ones, following these ideas will help you utilize the available space optimally and turn your bathroom into a relaxing, cozy (yet spacious feeling) retreat without pulling down any walls.
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