How To Make A Small Bathroom Look Bigger (in 7 Different Ways)

We all try to do the best with what we have in our homes. But sometimes, a small space can be hard to decorate. Especially when it comes to an area you use a lot, such as your bathroom. But what bathroom supplies do you need to make yours the relaxing haven you need? And is it possible to make a small bathroom bigger – even on a budget?

Luckily for you, we know just how to spruce up even the smallest of bathroom spaces – and have listed seven different ways of doing so in our blog below. Read on to find out how to make a small bathroom look bigger (even on a budget)…

1. Paint walls light, neutral colours

It might sound simplistic, but painting the walls of your bathroom with light, neutral colours can make your small bathroom appear bigger. Neutral tones and light colours reflect both natural and artificial light – creating an illusion of a more extensive room by reducing shadows and brightening up the space. These subtle tones are also underwhelming to the senses, allowing your bathroom’s accent features to speak for themself.

Bathroom expert at Boro Bathrooms Joe Bargh’s top tip for choosing a colour scheme: For an added way of making your bathroom appear larger, paint your tiles, walls and floors the same colour. This blurs the lines of separation between the two and offers a continuous flow within the room.

2. Float your bathroom features

Floating your bathroom features or shower supplies is another way to make your small bathroom look bigger. If you’re short on space, doing so can free up room within the area. As it lifts your furniture off the ground, more of your bathroom floor is visible. In turn, this makes the space look more open and less crowded by furniture. Wall-hung units and wall-mounted sinks can make all the difference when it comes to creating a relaxing and airy bathroom space.

Bathroom expert at Boro Bathrooms Joe Bargh’s top tip for floating your bathroom features: If you don’t want to break the bank in the process of making your small bathroom look bigger, look for used vanities and other units on websites selling these items second-hand. Facebook marketplace is a great place to start.

3. Encourage natural light flow

Our third way of making your small bathroom appear larger is to encourage natural light flow within the room. As natural light brightens up dark corners of your room and shadows – it ultimately helps in making it look bigger than it actually is. Sharp artificial light can highlight these areas further, making your room appear crowded. Meanwhile, encouraging natural light helps to blur these boundaries.

Bathroom expert at Boro Bathrooms Joe Bargh’s top tip for encouraging natural light flow: Make sure you keep the blinds and curtains open when it’s daylight, and leave doors open to create a continuous flow in your bathroom. If you have more money to spare, you could also purchase a skylight for even better results.

4. Install mirrors

Like using a neutral colour scheme, ensuring your bathroom has a few mirrors works wonders in creating the illusion of a bigger space. Mirrors reflect both natural and artificial lighting, so your bathroom space will appear brighter. What’s more, as it reflects walls, fixtures, and other elements of your bathroom, the eye is then tricked into seeing a visualisation of your room without the confines of its actual boundaries.

Bathroom expert at Boro Bathrooms Joe Bargh’s top tip for choosing a bathroom mirror: Use a large mirror – ideally one that spans your wall – to create a panoramic effect that makes the bathroom seem bigger than it actually is.

5. Clear the floor

Again, it probably sounds too simple to work, but it is more effective than you might think. Clearing the floor of your bathroom and ensuring you have space to walk around and see your bathroom floor layout in its entirety will help it look bigger. Put simply, the more floors you can see in your bathroom, the bigger and less confined it will appear.

Bathroom expert at Boro Bathrooms Joe Bargh’s top tip for keeping a tidy bathroom: If you live with your family, encourage them to put any wet towels or clothing they might remove in the bathroom in a nearby washing basket. Avoid storing large items on the floor and keep the space tidy as much as possible. For more information about budget small bathroom ideas, take a look at our blog.

6. Add a shower nook

Another way to make your bathroom appear larger is by adding a shower nook. Essentially, this is a built-in cubbyhole in your shower, which allows you to store cleaning items such as shampoo, soap, and your loofah. Suction cup caddies are a convenient option but do make your space look cluttered. Whereas, a shower nook extends the room and provides an easy-to-reach solution.

Bathroom expert at Boro Bathrooms Joe Bargh’s top tip for choosing a colour scheme: Encourage your family members to keep their own washbags with their shower items in. This frees up space in your bathroom and also means everyone is responsible for their own items.

7. Install large tiles

Finally, if you have more budget to spare, you can install large bathroom tiles to make the space appear bigger than it is. Mostly, large bathroom tiles will help enhance the visual flow in your bathroom – but other practical features aid in making the space appear bigger. For example, with large tiles, there are fewer grout lines, which minimises obstructions and interruptions from the floor to the walls. They can also help to reflect light, making the room appear brighter.

Bathroom expert at Boro Bathrooms Joe Bargh’s top tip for choosing a colour scheme: Use large tiles on both your floor and wall surfaces to get the best results. Ultimately, it creates a cohesive visual that provides the perception of a larger room.

Get in touch with Boro Bathrooms today for help styling small bathrooms

The team here at Boro Bathrooms knows a thing or two about getting the most out of your bathroom layout. For years now we have been installing bathroom wall tiles and floor tiles in Rochdale, Bury, and Manchester. So if you’re looking for a way to revamp your bathroom without breaking the bank, we’re here to help.

With our expertise in bathroom design and installation, we can overhaul your Greater Manchester shower area – or just provide you with bathroom supplies to fit yourself if you prefer.

Get in touch today to find out more about our vast range of products and the services we have available.

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