How to Enlarge a Bathroom

If a small bathroom is a problem in your home it can be fixed by moving a wall or two. But this often requires hiring a contractor which can be expensive. It also takes away space in another room. There are several decorating tips that can make your bathroom visually larger, which takes a lot less time and money than it would to remodel.

• Lighting
  Different types of lighting have different effects on a room. A great choice of lighting for a small bathroom is recessed lighting. This type of lighting is subtle. It also does not take up space on countertops or walls.


• Vanity
  A standard vanity with a sink and cabinet may seem like the most practical choice. But when it comes to saving floorspace, wall mounted and pedestal sinks are a better option.


• Mirrors
  Mirrors are capable of instantly doubling space to the mind's eye. You can choose to install a large mirror over your sink or assemble an arrangement of smaller mirrors.


• Neutral and soft pastels
  To create a an illusion of space use soft pastel colors, such as blues and yellows, or choose a neutral wall color. Add color by using towels and other accessories are brightly colored.


• Protruding objects
  Anything that sticks off the wall, such as hanging racks and shelves, disrupts the space and makes it appear even smaller.


• Showing the shower
  Use clear glass doors or install a shower curtain that can be left open. Seeing into the shower makes the room appear that much larger.


• Add a window
  A real window works best, but you can also use a framed picture that looks like a window and features an outdoor scene.


• Raise the ceiling
  Installing crown molding makes the ceiling in your bathroom appear higher, which makes the room appear larger.