Is your bathroom on the small side? If so, you may be wondering how to make it appear more spacious. There are a few ways to do this, from bringing in more natural light to installing floor to ceiling tiles. Whether you want to completely remodel the space or make small changes, we have some great ideas to consider. Keep reading to learn how to make a small bathroom look bigger.
6 top tips to make your bathroom look bigger
Bathrooms may be the smallest room in the home, however, that doesn’t mean you can’t make it look spacious. By making a few strategic design choices, you can make your bathroom look bigger whilst adding a wealth of style and elegance. The following small bathroom ideas can transform even the most compact spaces effectively.
Replace your bath with a shower
Replacing your bathtub with a shower is often the key to freeing up space in a small bathroom. A walk-in shower will fit neatly into the corner, allowing more storage space as well as room to move around. Opt for a clear glass shower screen since this will help to reflect the light more effectively. It will open up the space and allow you to view the whole bathroom without any barriers, making it feel instantly larger. At Quality Bathrooms, we offer a fantastic range of walk-in showers from some of the leading brands in the industry.
Bring in more natural light
If your bathroom doesn’t benefit from much natural light, this can make it appear even smaller. By allowing more daylight into the room, you can create an illusion of more space. Natural light rooms a room look brighter, opening it up so it appears larger. If you only have one small window in your bathroom, you might consider installing a skylight or a solar tunnel in order to allow more light into the room. Translucent window shades can also help more light come in whilst still protecting your privacy.
Add mirrors 
Since mirrors can really help to exaggerate space, simply hanging a big mirror in a small bathroom can make it feel much larger. Mirrors not only create an illusion of more bathroom space but also reflect light into the room. Placing a large mirror above the vanity unit is a good idea. However, you may also want to go as far as using full-size mirrors that run either from wall to wall or floor to ceiling. Warning: you may only want to do this if you don’t mind catching your reflection every time you walk around your bathroom!
Go all-white
Lighter colours reflect light easily, which helps to give a room a more spacious appearance. Unsurprisingly, this makes classic white paint the ideal choice when it comes to creating the illusion of a bigger bathroom. Although, this doesn’t mean that you need to have stark white walls.
Combining different hues of white can provide contrast and texture. Vertical white-on-white pinstripes or alternating the walls with cream and eggshell paint can often be better options than having plain white walls throughout the room. If white doesn’t appeal to you, you could also consider shades such as pearl grey, lemon yellow, or a very light sky blue colour.
Install wall cabinets
In small bathrooms with low amounts of floor space, wall units are a must. They’re a fantastic way to increase the amount of storage in the room, providing valuable space to store toiletries, loo rolls and towels. Bathroom cabinets provide a stylish and functional way to keep these items hidden from view, reducing the clutter in your bathroom and making it more calm than chaotic. Wall cabinets for bathrooms come in various designs. These include mirrored cabinets, tall cupboards, and wall cupboards with wooden or glass doors.
Use the same materials throughout the space
By transitioning seamlessly between materials, you can help make your bathroom appear larger. This is because it can create a cleaner and more expansive look. For example, use the same flooring in the shower as in the rest of the space. If you use too many different materials, this can give the impression of the room being split into separate sections, making it feel smaller and cluttered.
New bathrooms in Scunthorpe and Brigg
At Quality Bathrooms, we have transformed hundreds of bathrooms in Scunthorpe and Brigg over the years, building a fantastic reputation for our professional, affordable services. If you want to make your small bathroom appear larger, there are a few ways we can help, from replacing your bath with a sleek, stylish walk-in shower to installing clever wall-hung cabinets to provide valuable storage. To find out how we can make your bathroom more spacious, talk to our team today.
We use the latest planning and CAD design software to create the perfect bathroom for your needs and tastes. Our specialists can create both 2D and 3D representations of the final design before we undertake any work, making sure you are completely happy beforehand. Using the Virtual Words CAD design system, we can create a design that’s ready for you to view in just one hour. As well as creating a 2D or 3D model, we can also generate a true photograph and a walk-through of the bathroom, letting you view the design from different angles.
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Now you know how to make a small bathroom look bigger, you may be looking to hire our services. Call us on 01724 375 019 to discuss your requirements with one of our specialists. Alternatively, complete the contact form on the website and we will aim to get back to you as quickly as we possibly can.
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