Remodeling  – 4 Ways to Make Your Bathroom More Relaxing

Remodeling your interiors shouldn’t end only at the living and sleeping areas. One area that often gets forgetting when renovating is the bathroom. Your bathroom is more than a place to get dressed, groom or put on makeup. It is also a place to unwind after a long day of work, errands or chores, so your bathroom should be a place that offers a retreat when you need it. A few upgrades or full remodel can turn your bathroom into a comfortable space. When it comes to remodeling or renovating your bathroom, there are many ways to add accessories and amenities that completely change its ambiance.

If you are planning to re-do your bathroom, you should consider these 4 changes that can make your bathroom a more relaxing place.

Calming Color Palette

A big way to give your bathroom a more relaxing vibe is by giving it a calming color palette. The first thing you want to do is choose a color palette that helps you to feel relaxed. You want to start with neutral shades such as white or beige because they work with most shades. If you are looking for an accent color that is soothing and relaxing, blue and green are great choices for your bathroom. You can paint the entire bathroom in your preferred color scheme, or you can use accessories to add the accent colors to a neutral base. You might be surprised how much this simple change affects your bathroom.

Touch of Nature

There is nothing like a touch of nature to create a relaxing atmosphere in your bathroom. This is why you can find plants and flowers in an oasis, a meditation spot or professional spa. You can add in a little nature with a houseplant or flower arrangement on the bathroom vanities, small table or window sill. Another idea is to add a hanging plant to your bathroom. When you add some greenery to your bathroom, you are creating a peaceful, tranquil space to release your stress.

Update Your Accessories

If you are looking for a simple way to create a relaxing bathroom, you can always update your accessories. One example is your bathroom linen. Switch out your ordinary bathrobe and rug with pieces that are extra soft and comfortable. You may also want to switch out your soap dispenser, shower mat and shower curtain with pieces that fit your spa-inspired atmosphere.

Upgrade Your Bathtub and Shower

Whether your bathroom includes a bathtub, shower or both, you can upgrade these fixtures to create a relaxing environment. A soaking tub is just what you need to relax after a stressful day, and a shower head with multiple settings is a great way to reach your comfort level. If you are planning a bathroom remodeling project, evaluate these fixtures to see what upgrades can make your bathroom a soothing space.

There are many ways to make your bathroom more relaxing, from changing the color palette to upgrading your shower head.

Brooke Chaplan is a freelance writer and blogger. She lives and works out of her home in Los Lunas, New Mexico. She loves the outdoors and spends most of her time hiking, biking, and gardening. For more information, contact Brooke via Facebook at facebook.com/brooke.chaplan or Twitter @BrookeChaplan