To make a bathroom functional you need to choose the right bathroom ware and match it with the right accessories. And to do that you need to take into consideration the space you have at your disposal and choose high-quality products that will serve their purpose. Functional bathrooms are all about smart design and avoiding crowdedness, and the following elements can certainly be of help in achieving that.
Stainless Steel Basins
You can forget all about the massive ceramic basins because now you have a far better option – stainless steel basins. Stainless steel is corrosion-resistant, a material that can be recycled multiple times and the most aesthetically appealing material money can buy. If you’re an eco-conscious person then a stainless steel bathroom sink is a good choice for you. Plus, you won’t be able to resist the sophisticated and bold design especially if you’re aiming towards creating a bathroom with a contemporary vibe.
The stainless steel hand basin comes in more than one colour. You can pick matte white, matte black, gloss white, brushed brass and brushed nickel basin and match it with the rest of the bathroom décor. The size of the basin depends on the amount of space you have available for it. Before ordering you should measure and calculate the ideal size. You can get either a round stainless steel basin or a rectangular one. Either way, it will be the perfect addition to your bathroom.
A stainless steel bathroom sink will be a piece of cake for you to clean and maintain. And in addition to looking good and making your bathroom modern and decorated according to the newest trends, it’s also a sink that will last you for quite some time. Stainless steel is very durable and hard to damage. With proper care, you’ll be able to use it for years and admire its beauty and simplicity.
Often the simplest of things are the ones that pull a room together and make it look well-thought-out and perfectly designed. The stainless steel sink can make quite a big difference for the final outcome. Instead of ending up with a plain bathroom like many others, you’ll end up with a bathroom that looks like it’s been ripped from an interior design magazine.
Basin Cabinets for Storage
Now that you have the basin covered, you should consider getting basin cabinets too. Besides complementing the basin, basin cabinets can come in handy for storing all the things you use on a daily basis but don’t want to be scattered all over the bathroom. Let’s put it this way – the basin cabinets are the solution to your problem with mess. You won’t have to deal with a messy and crowded bathroom again once you put everything away behind closed cabinet doors.
Also, you can elevate your bathroom’s style with the right furniture. Probably the best way to do that is by choosing a floating basin cabinet. First, it looks edgy and contemporary, and second, the space below is super accessible and usable. You can clean it easily and use it to store something underneath like, let’s say a digital bathroom scale.
Material-wise, make sure you pick something that can withstand the humidity. For instance, solid wood is considered to be the strongest material out of them all, so you might want to go with that option.
A Shower or a Bathtub
This is the hardest of decisions for some people. Mostly because they can’t decide between wanting something convenient and water-saving, and something that can provide pure pleasure along with a good book for two hours. Before you make the final decision, you should take the space available into consideration (again!). After all, no matter how much you’re longing for a cozy bathtub, you can’t install one if you don’t have enough space. In that case, the best option for you would be a compact shower. And hey, there’s nothing bad in having a shower. You can install a bench inside and call it even. Then again, by showering you don’t waste that much water, so it’ll be an eco-friendly choice that will match your previous ones.
A Toilet of Your Choosing
Design-wise you can pick a rimmed or rimless toilet. The second one is better though because it’s much easier to clean and has a more aesthetically pleasing design. You can also pick a floating toilet to match your floating basin cabinet. This is also a good choice if your bathroom lacks floorspace and you want to create the appearance of an airier and much larger space.
Now, about the flush system. Many of the newer models of toilets come with a modern and improved flush system with the sole purpose to save water. You can get a dual-flush toilet with a half-flush and a dual-flush or a pressure-assisted toilet that uses less water and compensates it with high pressure. That way you get a toilet that’s fully functional but environmentally friendly.
A Couple of Mirrors
What would a bathroom be without mirrors? The bathroom mirror has so many functions and for sure is a must-have bathroom accessory. Primarily the bathroom mirror allows you to see your reflection in it every morning and every night before bed. But, it can also be the “small” detail that makes your bathroom look more spacious and large. If you feel like your bathroom is too small, you can create an illusion of a large bathroom with the help of mirrors. You don’t have to restrict yourself to one mirror only that hangs above the hand basin. You can strategically place multiple mirrors wherever you have space and see how the bathroom transforms instantly. Also, don’t forget to install a mirror in the shower. You can thank me later.
Proper Bathroom Lighting
And finally, all your efforts will be in vain if you have bad bathroom lighting. That’s why you need to find practical and functional lighting sources that will light up the space around you. It would otherwise be impossible to put on makeup, shave, brush your teeth or do your hair. In fact, each and every activity would be ten times harder with bad lighting. Ideally, you need a central lighting source along with small integrated lights around the cabinet mirror and inside the shower. Despite making your bathroom bright and functional, lights will make it look stylish, sleek and flattering. Never underestimate the power of good lighting because it can have a big impact on the final look of your bathroom.
