There’s nothing worse than having an outdated bathroom, especially since a bathroom should be a haven - a comforting space that’s perfect for relaxation as well. If you are thinking of a remodel but cannot quite make up your mind about having a full one, there are certain things you can do to level up your bathroom’s look and make it feel less drab and outdated. But what signals an outdated bathroom, anyway? Experts agree that outdated bathrooms will often have elements that scream for an upgrade, such as vinyl or linoleum floors, countertops made of Formica, bright, glaring colours, tap handles with knobs, dim lighting, and even shower curtains! If your bathroom has any of these elements, it may be time to take out the old and bring in the new. But how can you make your bathroom look more modern with a few key upgrades? Let's have a look.
What you should know about modern and contemporary bathrooms
Some unique elements easily distinguish a modern and contemporary bathroom from an outdated one, and these elements are readily apparent as soon as you walk in. For one, modern bathrooms will feature more natural lighting, and they will also have neutral colours and geometric shapes. Most modern bathrooms also make use of natural rather than man-made materials, like granite or natural stone.
The upgrades
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Replace an old, coloured bathtub with a sleek, modern one in a geometric shape
If you want to make a significant upgrade that can be easily noticeable, replace an old, coloured bath with a sleek, modern one featuring a geometric shape, like a rectangular freestanding bath. There’s nothing more reminiscent of the 70s and 80s than baths in bold colours like deep green or emerald or sky blue! Replacing your older bath with a sleek new one is one of the best things you can do for your bathroom, and you can even go for a whirlpool bath to make your bath much more rejuvenating and give your bathroom a spa-like feel.
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Do away with that shower curtain
Shower curtains have served their purpose, and this may be the perfect time for you to replace yours with a stylish glass door. The transparent glass door can make the space look bigger, too. If this isn’t feasible, it’s still possible to give your bathroom an upgrade by replacing the old one with one that’s translucent.
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Enhance your lighting fixtures
Another easy thing you can do for a bathroom upgrade is swap your old, dim lighting fixtures with bright and shiny new fixtures. Great lighting can highlight your bathroom's focal point (like that brand-new freestanding bath!), and lighting can set the mood and ambience and enable you to groom yourself with ease. In addition, you can hang pendant lights from the ceiling, install downlights or spotlights on the corners, place wall sconces on each side of the mirror, or even hang a small chandelier if your space allows for it.
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Paint your bathroom a lighter hue
As mentioned, neutral colours are a noteworthy trend in modern bathrooms, but it doesn't mean you should limit yourself to grey, off-white, beige, or cream. Instead, your goal should be to accentuate the cleanliness and freshness of your bathroom, and dark colours or colours that are too bright can make the room appear dingy.
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