You might find yourself needing to design a bathroom for your new house. Maybe you're renovating and adding a new bathroom or changing an existing bathroom. In any case, you have a clear amount of room to use. Use these thoughts as you proceed.
First, list the items you unquestionably need in your bathroom which should include, of course, the sink and toilet. If it is a full bathroom, you'll need to decide on a bath and shower or a shower stall.
With the basics covered, you can think about the optional things. Usually most people wish for a cabinet under the sink, though if you have a small space you might prefer a pedestal. Plan on a mirror above the sink, with our without a medicine chest. An exhaust fan is essential for drying humidity and preventing mold. A shelving unit would be a fine choice for extra storage room, especially if you chose a pedestal type sink.
Make sure you measure up the bathroom carefully, and as you shop note the dimensions of all things you would like to install in the bathroom. You can either draw a scale model of the room or make full size paper cutouts of the footprint of each item. Arrange these items in the bathroom to find the most suitable location for each.
Once you have each piece in place, you have a few other factors to think about. You might be limited by plumbing or electricity. Window position is a significant fator to consider unless you have no misgivings about showering in front of a window.
If objects do not appear to fit into place then just move them around a little until you come up with something that gives you adequate room and is organized. If you just have too much stuff for the room, deside on what bits can be left out. For instance, you can change a sink with a cabinet underneath for a pedestal model. Conversely, you can use a cabinet but do not include shelves. You can store a small amount of towels, toilet paper, etc. in a sink cabinet and put bulkier extra supplies in a different closet or room nearby.
With a bit of ingenuity and accurate measurements, you will have a great bathroom. Once your design is finished, it is time to actually make it happen. It's a lot of work, but it can be worth it in the end.
First, list the items you unquestionably need in your bathroom which should include, of course, the sink and toilet. If it is a full bathroom, you'll need to decide on a bath and shower or a shower stall.
With the basics covered, you can think about the optional things. Usually most people wish for a cabinet under the sink, though if you have a small space you might prefer a pedestal. Plan on a mirror above the sink, with our without a medicine chest. An exhaust fan is essential for drying humidity and preventing mold. A shelving unit would be a fine choice for extra storage room, especially if you chose a pedestal type sink.
Make sure you measure up the bathroom carefully, and as you shop note the dimensions of all things you would like to install in the bathroom. You can either draw a scale model of the room or make full size paper cutouts of the footprint of each item. Arrange these items in the bathroom to find the most suitable location for each.
Once you have each piece in place, you have a few other factors to think about. You might be limited by plumbing or electricity. Window position is a significant fator to consider unless you have no misgivings about showering in front of a window.
If objects do not appear to fit into place then just move them around a little until you come up with something that gives you adequate room and is organized. If you just have too much stuff for the room, deside on what bits can be left out. For instance, you can change a sink with a cabinet underneath for a pedestal model. Conversely, you can use a cabinet but do not include shelves. You can store a small amount of towels, toilet paper, etc. in a sink cabinet and put bulkier extra supplies in a different closet or room nearby.
With a bit of ingenuity and accurate measurements, you will have a great bathroom. Once your design is finished, it is time to actually make it happen. It's a lot of work, but it can be worth it in the end.
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