(BPT) - Your bathroom doesn't have to solely be a utilitarian space. With just a few easy changes, you can turn your no-frill bathroom into a relaxing space with a personalized feel.
Don't know where to start? Check out these five simple tips that can help you enhance your existing aesthetic or completely update the vibes of your bathroom.
1. Hang artwork that reflects your taste
Hanging artwork in the bathroom is the easiest way to quickly add personality. If you're looking to change the room's theme from a minimalist black-and-white color scheme to a maximalist tropical theme, find photos and prints with plants and trees in bright greens, reds and yellows.
Or, if you've been having a hard time finding a spot to hang art you've either purchased or been gifted by a friend, these pieces may look right at home in your bathroom!
Pro tip: Choose waterproof frames that can protect your art from humidity.
2. Update hardware to express your style
The hardware you choose sets the tone and style of a bathroom. If you currently have cool silver drawer pulls, faucets, towel bars and other fixtures with a polished finish, consider switching to warm gold or bronze hardware with a brushed finish.
Keep in mind that you can mix and match colors, materials and finishes to create a bathroom with hardware tailored to your taste. For example, if you want to upgrade your faucet, check out Kohler's Mix & Match Faucet options. Three faucet collections provide you with the freedom to choose the spout style, handle and finish.
If you're looking to inject turn-of-the-century charm into your bathroom, choose the Artifacts collection. For a high-fashion, effortless glamour of the Golden Age of Hollywood, opt for the Occasion line of faucet sets. Want to lean into minimalism? Take a look at the Components collection. Each line offers faucet fixtures in several finishes and colors, so you can find what suits your style best.
3. Add a spa-like feel with plants
Turn your bathroom into a tranquil retreat with bathroom-friendly plants. Adding natural, organic elements like plants can bring an otherwise sterile room to life and can soften a bathroom's hard, clean lines. There are many plants you can choose from, but it's best to choose ones that thrive in humidity, like calatheas, monsteras, pothos, orchids or ferns.
Once you've chosen your plants, look for decorative planters that match your aesthetic or the bathroom's color scheme. If you're short on space, consider hanging planters. No matter what you choose, the plants you care for can make the bathroom more inviting.
4. Control the ambiance with lighting
Changing the lighting in your bathroom allows you to effortlessly control the ambiance. For example, dimmable white light bulbs create a cozy atmosphere, but still offer enough illumination for grooming tasks like shaving and applying makeup. Installing a dimmer switch allows you to adjust brightness to create a sunlike daytime mood or a soothing evening glow for a relaxing bath after a long day. For flexibility, install smart lighting that allows you to change the color and brightness depending on your mood and needs.
Pro tip: Choose lighting elements that match or complement other bathroom hardware. If you're considering installing a faucet from Kohler's Artifacts, Components and Occasion collections, you're in luck. Each collection also offers customizable lighting fixtures.
5. Add color and texture with paint and wallpaper
Finally, a new coat of paint or wallpaper can do wonders for a bathroom. With so many colors and patterns to choose from, you can easily find the combination that suits your style.
Tired of the sterile white or beige of your bathroom walls? Grab a can of baby blue or sage green to create a serene setting or use warm reds and pinks for a homey ambiance.
If you want to add textures and patterns, look for wallpaper that reflects the theme of the bathroom or that shows off your hobbies or interests. From florals to faux stone to geometric shapes and more, wallpaper offers endless possibilities to express yourself in this space.
Pro tip: The type of paint and wallpaper you choose matters. Acrylic and latex paints are popular bathroom choices because they can prevent mold and mildew that can flourish in humid conditions. Similarly, vinyl wallpaper is best for the humid bathroom environment.
Are you ready to restyle your bathroom? Using these five tips, you can turn a basic room into a retreat personalized to your heart's content. To find more bathroom makeover tips and get inspired, visit Kohler.com.