Looking for a way to update the look of your bathroom inexpensively and innovatively? Unless you just completed a bathroom remodel or moved into a new home, chances are your bathroom could use an update or two. Styles and trends come and go, but it is easy to make a big impact in your bathroom with just a few minor changes. Updating lighting fixtures, adding storage and color and replacing fixtures are three easy ways to bring your bathroom up to speed and take your space from outdated chaos to modernly simple and serene.

Illumination, Please!

Do you have the dreaded brass Hollywood lights adorning the top of your bathroom mirror? Lighting style and design have come a long way since the 1980’s when your bathroom was last updated. Variations in finishes, energy-efficient lighting choices, and options when it comes to lighting placement offer you plenty of ways to update your bathroom space. Consider adding sconces next to a mirror rather than bulb lighting above. Backlighting behind a mirror is another modern way to really add style and class to your bathroom. Finally, many homeowners are taking a more refined approach by adding chandeliers in the bathroom. What once was considered a fixture deemed solely for the dining room, chandeliers now add class and sophistication to a bathroom space, particularly above a bathtub. Shedding a little light on your bathroom situation can make a bold impact.

You Can Never Have Enough Storage

Take a beautiful bathroom to the next level by adding storage. Few people ever say, “I have plenty of storage. I don’t need any more.” We are a society that in general is cluttered and overloaded with stuff. It’s easy for bathrooms particularly to get overloaded with cosmetics, grooming products, and cleaning supplies. Consider adding smart storage to allow you to put everything in its place and leave your bathroom organized and tidy, thus making it more of a retreat than a cluttered mess. Mix open and closed storage to add interest to the room and break up a wall of cabinets. Above-the-toilet cabinets provide ample storage, especially in smaller bathroom spaces. When storing towels and other items in the open, be sure to fold or roll neatly to maintain your space’s calming, serene characteristics.

Shower Doors and Curtains 

The days of brass-outlined, frosted glass shower doors are over. Frameless shower doors have since taken over as the modern standard and are not limited to just high-end bathrooms but are now accessible for all budgets and styles. This look appeals to homeowners seeking clean lines and ease of maintenance. In addition, newer glass cleaning products offer a no-fuss way to keep these doors looking crystal clear and free from mold and bacteria. If a shower door is not possible in your bathroom, consider bold colors or patterns in a shower curtain to add your own personality to the room along with a pop of brilliant color.

Don’t Be Afraid Of Color!

A sure way to update your bathroom is with paint. If you do decide to paint, make sure to clean your walls first. Since the bathroom is so humid, a mildew or moisture-resistant primer will help protect the walls. Use a gloss or a semi-gloss paint to finish, and skip showering in your bathroom for days to allow everything to dry moisture free. Don’t be afraid of color! You can even make your small space bigger with painting tricks. For example, by painting the ceiling a color that is a little lighter than the walls you will make a small bathroom appear bigger.

Bathroom Accessories

After you paint your walls, you don’t want to put back the same boring, outdated wall decor that you had. One of the most eye-catching pieces of wall art in your bathroom can be a mirror. Finding a modern style mirror or a spectacular vintage mirror that will complement a modern decor style will surely complete the appeal in the room. Use other wall art to complete the space and tie your design together. Just as accessories make an outfit, bathroom accessories can complete the room and really add a personalized stamp to your space.