Brighten Up Your Bathroom

by | Aug 21, 2009 | 19, 3, 4, Articles

<h2 style="margin: 10pt 0in 0pt"><font size="3" color="#990000">Brighten Up Your Bathroom</font></h2><p><span style="font-size: 10pt; line-height: 200%; font-family: ‘Verdana’,’sans-serif’; letter-spacing: 1pt">The bathroom is the room where many people prepare for the day ahead, from singing in the shower to shaving in the mirror, so it makes sense to spend a little time making improvements to this part of your home.</span></p><span style="font-size: 10pt; line-height: 200%; font-family: ‘Verdana’,’sans-serif’; letter-spacing: 1pt"><p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal">If you’re fed up with your current bathroom suite then installing a new one could give your bathroom a completely different look. One of the main ways to keep costs down whilst doing this is to leave all the bathroom suite fittings where they are. </p>  <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal">Moving the position of plumbed units can be time consuming and makes the project more expensive so unless you can really add value, perhaps by creating the space to add a feature that wasn’t already there, leave everything where it currently is. </p><p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal"> </p><div style="text-align: center"><object classid="clsid:D27CDB6E-AE6D-11cf-96B8-444553540000" codebase="http://download.macromedia.com/pub/shockwave/cabs/flash/swflash.cab#version=6,0,29,0" width="425" height="282"><param name="movie" value="../images/banners/3c.swf" /><param name="quality" value="high" /><param name="menu" value="false" /><param name="wmode" value="" /><embed src="../images/banners/3c.swf" wmode="" quality="high" menu="false" pluginspage="http://www.macromedia.com/go/getflashplayer" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="425" height="282"></embed></object></div>  <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal">If you want to keep the existing suite then you might be able to replace the taps and door handles to create a new look with minimal effort and expense. </p>  <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal">A fresh coat of paint makes all the difference to any room in your home, so get the paintbrushes out if you fancy a new colour or just need to freshen up tired walls. You can also purchase special paint for tiles and radiators so it’s not just the walls that can benefit from a fresh lick of paint. </p>  <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal">Regrouting is an easy task that only takes a few hours but will create a lasting difference. Make sure you remove any mouldy grouting first of all and then simply regrout between the tiles and around the bath and sink area. If you aren’t famed for having a steady hand then look out for the handy grout pens which are now widely available and can help to create a better finish. </p>  <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal">Replacing your shower curtain is another simple task which can make a world of difference to your bathroom. If you’re willing to splash a bit more cash you could replace your shower curtain with a glass shower door or screen to create a more luxurious look. Frameless shower doors create a sleek and modern look whereas doors with a chrome or brass frame are appropriate for a more traditional bathroom. </p>  <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal">Mirrors are a bathroom essential and can really help to create the illusion of more space and light in a small room. Replacing scratched or damaged mirrors can brighten up the room and creates a more finished look. If your bathroom is small then position a mirror opposite the window in order to create the look of more light and space. </p>  <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal">A final handy hint is to clear away any clutter that’s lurking in your bathroom. Keep all your <a href="http://www.homesense.com/Products/Bath-Products" target="_blank">bath products</a> tidied away in cupboards and boxes, as open shelf units overflowing with bottles of lotions can leave your bathroom looking chaotic. Wicker baskets and glass storage solutions are popular choices but the many options available mean you can even tailor your storage solutions to suit the rest of the room.</p><p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal"> </p><div style="text-align: center"><object classid="clsid:D27CDB6E-AE6D-11cf-96B8-444553540000" codebase="http://download.macromedia.com/pub/shockwave/cabs/flash/swflash.cab#version=6,0,29,0" width="425" height="282"><param name="movie" value="../images/banners/3a.swf" /><param name="quality" value="high" /><param name="menu" value="false" /><param name="wmode" value="" /><embed src="../images/banners/3a.swf" wmode="" quality="high" menu="false" pluginspage="http://www.macromedia.com/go/getflashplayer" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="425" height="282"></embed></object></div>  <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal"><strong>About the Author</strong></p><p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal">Andrew Regan writes for a digital marketing agency. This article has been commissioned by a client of said agency. This article is not designed to promote, but should be considered professional content.</p>  <p><span style="font-size: 10pt; line-height: 200%; font-family: ‘Verdana’,’sans-serif’; letter-spacing: 1pt">Article Source: <a href="http://www.articlesbase.com/bath-showers-articles/brighten-up-your-bathroom-929786.html" target="_blank">http://www.articlesbase.com/bath-showers-articles/brighten-up-your-bathroom-929786.html</a> </span></p></span>