All things considered, we spend a lot of time in the bathroom, so if yours is dreary or out of date, read on for tips to update its vibe. When a full remodel isn’t on your schedule or in your budget, look for one or more changes that will style up this much-used room.

 

 

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Make the Switch to a Glass Shower

If you do have the time and budget for one significant change, this upgrade packs a huge punch. Browse home design blogs and interior décor articles, and you’ll see that glass shower doors and enclosures are preferred to shower curtains. Both hinged and sliding shower door systems are available, and clear glass is most commonly used.

Besides giving your bathroom an elevated feel, clear glass will make it seem more spacious and allow light to pour freely into the shower area. Next, the right choice of hardware gives the glass enclosure personality and charm. You might wish to bring in an on-trend metal finish like matte black, satin brass, or brushed bronze. If there is another finish already used in the bathroom, be sure to add a few more items in the new finish elsewhere. Inexpensive options include a new trash can, soap dispenser, picture frame, or towel ring.

 

 

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Move from Minimalist to Modern Organic

Stark white bathrooms reigned supreme for a while, but today’s trends favor making our living spaces more warm and personal. The modern organic style adds natural elements to the simplicity and neutrality of minimalist design. Ways to get on board this style train include:

Load up with live potted plants (and don’t forget to put one inside the shower!)

Wherever possible, use unpainted wooden items

Highlight natural building materials like metal or bring in stone through small items such as a soap dish

Keep the backdrop a pale, neutral tone

Pair sleek modern surfaces with contours and textures taken from or inspired by the natural world

 

 

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Replace Small Items Here and There for a Fresh Ambiance

Another approach is to replace a few key items in various parts of the bathroom. This is a wonderful way to introduce trending colors, patterns, and silhouettes and generally refresh the space without a large expenditure of time and money. Ideas include:

Treat yourself to new towels and choose linen or Turkish cotton instead of the standard terrycloth

Replace your glass shower pull handle – click here to see options – that is compatible with the holes in your glass and its thickness

Repaint the walls or a piece of bathroom furniture such as the vanity

Update the floor and window treatments

Replace a dated storage cabinet with floating wall shelves

 

 

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Count on Glass Simple for Shower Hardware and More

If your bathroom makeover calls for glass shower hardware, we invite you to browse the many items offered by Glass Simple. We serve DIYers as well as business clients, and you can call our Manassas Park, VA team to learn more – (571)707-7760. We take the hassle out of sourcing your glass shower hardware by keeping our items in stock, providing excellent customer service, and processing orders in a timely manner!