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5 Ways To Create Big Luxury In A Small Master Bathroom
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quote for the week
“Sometimes you’ll never know the value of a moment until it
becomes a memory.” -Dr. Seuss
(BPT) - If you’re thinking about remodeling
your small bathroom, you may know that
studies show updating a bathroom of any
size can increase the value of a home.
However, there’s a statistic from a Houzz
survey you might not know: 75 percent of
people who renovate a master bathroom
don’t make it bigger.
Enlarging a small master bathroom is
often impractical; you may need to take
space from another room, or extend an
exterior wall to accomplish an expansion.
Both options have disadvantages and costs.
The truth is, you don’t need to move
walls or spend like a home improvement
show host in order to create big luxury
in a small master bathroom.
Here are five ways to make a small
bathroom space feel lavish and spa-like:
1. Rethink the shower stall versus
tub debate.
Many large luxury bathrooms have a
separate shower and soaking tub. In a
small bathroom, which may be used by
multiple members and generations of a
household, creating an upscale feeling
by separating the tub from the shower
might not be a realistic option. Instead,
look for ways to boost the appeal of your
tub/shower space, perhaps by choosing
a visually appealing, bright-white model
for an updated, yet classic, style.
For example, Americast bathtubs from
American Standard combine unmatched
strength and durability with elegant,
traditional design lines that blend perfectly
with stylish bathroom decor. Patented threelayer
Americast construction gives the tubs
a porcelain enamel finish, sound-dampening
qualities and superior resistance to damage,
all in a lightweight material that makes for
easy installation.
2. Step up your shower game.
The shower isn’t just where you get clean;
it’s also a morning wake-up tool or end-ofday
relaxation therapy treatment. Deluxe
showers often feature multiple jets, rainfall
showerheads and hand showers. Replacing an
ordinary showerhead with a shower system
is a cost-effective and easy way to add a
luxurious experience to the shower.
Options like the GROHE Retro-Fit Shower
System offer a drenching rain showerhead,
along with an integrated hand shower
for ultimate convenience. Since the main
showerhead is mounted on a movable arm,
you can position the spray overhead (to
function as a rainfall shower) or at an angle
for additional comfort, all with the choice
of spray patterns. Even better, the system
works with existing plumbing, eliminating
any need to open the wall to change piping.
For added indulgence, consider a shower
system with an elegant brushed nickel finish
to elevate the look of your overall shower
and bathroom decor.
3. Splurge on luxury materials.
Yes, materials like travertine tile or
granite countertops can be costly,
but when you’re renovating a small
bathroom, you need less of those
materials. Adding marble tile above
a small tub/shower area will cost
far less than outfitting a large walkin
shower. Replacing a modestly
sized vanity with a new cabinet and
granite countertop won’t be nearly
as expensive as redoing a large,
double-sink vanity.
When you have less real estate to
refurbish, high-end materials can be a
cost-effective choice. For a reasonable
price, you can use quality materials to
significantly boost the upscale feeling
of your small bathroom.
4. Add pizzazz to functional
elements.
You can increase a small bathroom’s
feeling of extravagance by adding
some flare to functional items like
faucets, mirrors and cabinet hardware.
For a modest investment, you can turn
everyday, often-overlooked elements
into items that underscore the overall beauty
of the room.
For example, replacing an ordinary or
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