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For many, decorating a bathroom is low on their priority list. Generally the tiles and the bathroom suite were not chosen by us but came ready installed in our house or apartment and we have to live with them. In fact, after a while, we tend not to notice them not even those hideous avocado green ones. (Who on earth came up with the idea of that colour anyway?).

After all, a bathroom is a place we often use in a hurry: a quick shower in the morning before we rush out of the door on the way to school or our workplace. However, with a little thought our bathroom can become a haven of peace and quiet: somewhere to relax after the stress of our hectic lives.If you are stuck with some pretty awful tiles there are some excellent tile paints on the market that are easy to use and come in a variety of colours. In only a weekend you can completely transform what is normally one of the smallest rooms in the house.

You do need to take your time and make the necessary preparations in advance.It cannot be a rush job as the tile paint needs priming and careful application if you don't want a lot of streaks. Choose the colour depending on how you want to feel. Pastel colours can help you to relax while bright colours can invigorate you.It is not a good idea to use red though as researchers tell us that red as well as dark colour such as navy blue, brown and black can make the room seem smaller and a bit claustrophobic. (I have read that some employers have used these colours in their company's rest rooms so that employees don't linger there too long!)

Some of the best colours to use are light green, yellow, light blue and lavender. All white bathrooms are a popular as they channel cleanliness and hygiene but can seem cold. However, this feeling can be offset by your accessories. A pale blue or pale lavender towel can soften the clinical feel but still keep that sense of cleanness. And of course a white bathroom suite must be impeccable at all times.

If you are unsure that a colour will work you can always test paint it directly on the wall but, if you are deciding between several colours, a good idea is to take some largish pieces of wood and paint them instead.Then you can place them around the bathroom which will give you a much better idea of whether your colour scheme will work or not. Look at your colour choice several times during the day to see if they look good in daylight and at night with the lights on. But, even if you have done all this and it still doesn't look right, you can always paint right over it and start again. That's the beauty of paint, it can so easily be changed.

Bathroom is that room of the house where we spend some time every day and expect to come out of it more relaxed and feeling fresh. Bathroom decoration is often neglected assuming that it is unimportant because only a small time is spent there. However, a well decorated bathroom can affect your mood drastically. You do not need to go outside and spend on relaxation therapies and you can do the same within the walls of your own bathroom.

Bathroom decoration requires a little creativity and tastefulness on your part. It does not need to be expensive and convenience of use should be kept in mind while decorating the bathroom. Before you start, make sure there is no pending repair work or leakage in the bathroom. Else it might just destroy your decoration if the repair becomes urgent later on. Below are some tips on how to go about bathroom decoration.

To start with, get curtains for windows and bath tub, matching with the color of floor and walls. Use bright colored curtains and make the lighting arrangement in such a way that the brightness o the light can be varied depending on the mood. Make sure how you want your bathroom to look and think of a theme for it.

There is a huge variety of designer makeup mirrors, soap dispensers, holders for toilet paper, brushes and other bathroom accessories. Buy them based on your theme and place them appropriately in the bathroom. Make sure you do not get carried away by the aesthetic appeal of the accessories and select an item that is also convenient to use. You will be surprised to see how such small accessories can add to the look of your bathroom.

Vanity area should also match with the theme of the bathroom. A new towel set with contrast color would be a good choice. Towels can be of bright color and if matching with the color of bath mats, can draw good attention. If there is some space, live plants, potpourri and well placed scented candles can add to the beauty of the bathroom and also give it a spa-like feel.

For a bathroom with higher budget spa and Jacuzzi bath tubs can be added to add more style and luxury to the place. If you hire an interior designer for your bathroom, be involved, ask him questions and make sure he understands your preferences. Also let him ask you questions because the more he understands the requirement, the better he can decorate the bathroom the way you want it.

Whether it is a huge royal bathroom look or a modern simplistic look, the bathroom should feel comfortable and display a hint of your personality. While decorating the bathroom, remember that it is your private space and not a place for public display of stylish accessories. Good and expensive items in the bathroom are worth only if it is easy to keep the bathroom clean and tidy. A budget bathroom can also look good and be relaxing; it all depends on how you use the best of what you have.

Generally, bathrooms tend to be the smallest area in the house compared to other rooms. It is the first room to be visited. It is the place of rush for everybody after you wake up in the morning. Moreover, it is the place to relax also. With not many changes, your bathroom will look luxurious. The first thing you should take of is, you should have the interest to design it well. There are modern designs ideas will work wonders for your bathroom. You can have a closer look at the different options you can adopt to make your bathroom spacious.

Firstly, the flooring is the key aspect of all rooms; it should be selected in such a way that even though you are in a hurry, there should not be any mishaps like slipping, skidding etc. The bathroom will be wet most of the time, so you should pay utmost attention to flooring also. For well equipped bathroom accessories such as wash basins, bathtubs, showers, etc. you should have the apt bathroom furniture also.

Variety of furniture can be used to make your bathroom more happening. Furniture helps you to keep the bathroom organized and spacious. No matter how big or small your bathroom is, furniture is a must. Mostly, wooden furniture is in demand. Furniture made from natural wood materials are beautifully designed and of high quality. Also, wooden furniture allows you to be installed in a moist area; the advantage of wood is they stay perfect condition for long periods. It is also very easy to clean and maintain the wooden furniture. It takes less than half an hour to clean them.

Apart from wood, you have some other choices also. You can play with contemporary and antique models too. Most popular bathroom furniture includes Bathroom mirrors, Bathroom sinks, Bathroom storage cabinets, Bathroom vanities, Shower enclosures. You should select appropriate furniture which does not look to packed up and look smaller than usual. Plan and select carefully so that you do not have to change the furniture often.

For any kind of furniture you use, the basic step is cleanliness. Regular cleaning will not only save your energy but also time. You need not worry thinking how to clean and how often you should clean the furniture. Try to keep the bathroom as dry as possible to avoid germs and insects. Organize the bathroom in such a way that every member of the family who uses can easily know where an item is placed without searching much. You can use normal cleaning liquids available in the market.

Occasionally, clean the bathroom furniture with eco-friendly agents like vinegar, lemon juice, baking soda etc. This keeps the natural look of the wooden furniture last for years. If you do not have enough time, you can just clean the surface of the furniture with a wet cloth. Another great idea for your bathroom is flora and fauna. The green colour and the aroma give you a fresh feeling; your day will be filled with positive attitude.