[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1591631278259{margin-bottom: -40px !important;}”]Small spaces might not be the first thing that comes to mind when you’re renovating your home, but those smaller areas are just as important as rooms in your home. Whether you’re thinking about renovating your kitchen, home office, deck, or master bedroom, don’t overlook the small spaces in your home – especially small bathrooms.

If you’re considering renovating your half bath or powder room, and need some inspiration to help you get started, we have a few surprising half bath renovation tips that will make your small spaces feel large and luxurious – all while increasing the ROI on your home.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”50px”][evc_separator style=”solid” width=”100%” thickness=”2″][vc_empty_space height=”50px”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text]

Small or Big – It’s all About Bathroom Design

No matter the size of your bathroom’s space, it’s all about how you design it. The overall design layout is what resonates with your guests and future homeowners, so without the right design strategies, you could make your bathroom feel smaller than necessary.

If you decide to tackle a small bathroom remodel, it’s important to remember a few key things:

Make Your Space Feel Larger

• A bath remodel can be time-consuming, but with small spaces, it doesn’t take the same amount of time as a full bathroom remodel. Use those additional days to find ways to make your bathroom feel larger – skip the shower curtain for glass shower doors, or update your dated vanity for a sleek pedestal sink.

Don’t Pick Floor Tiles or Shower Tile that’s too Substantial

• Small spaces can feel larger or smaller with various tile materials – the key is to find something that elevates your bathroom, without making it feel cramped. A skinny subway tile as an alternative to large white tiles can make your shower feel taller, rather than cramped. The trick is finding ways to add depth, without remodeling the space too drastically.

Small Bath’s Love Light Colors

• If you have a powder room and have to make the most of a small space, it’s important to use light, bright colors inside these rooms. White can make your space feel washed out at times, so if you want to add a little more depth to your space, use a light blue or green instead of white. The small bathroom will feel more open and inviting.

Think About Features with ROI

• Wallpaper and flashy tile isn’t the best way to spend your money in a small bathroom. Because you have such limited space, focus on making the most out of your appliances, rather than just exciting designs. These are the features that will have the most pay off in the long term.

Natural Lighting Isn’t Always Available

We all have that one powder room or half bath with a single-window for lighting, or even none at all. Not all bathroom renovations provide natural lighting, so it’s important to find light fixtures that can emulate natural lighting and make the space feel bright and open.

Rather than go for traditional recessed lighting, splurge on Edison lightbulbs or a distinctive light fixture, to brighten up your space. This can be a unique focal point that enhances your bathroom, without breaking the bank. Pendant lighting is a great way to add warmth, and provides an alternative to the natural lighting we so often want, but can’t always find in. Focus your attention on ways to add light, and brighten up the small space, so it feels more inviting.

Small Bathrooms Can Still Have Height and Depth

Just because a bathroom might be small, doesn’t mean they’re lacking on depth. The key is to create dimension and height where you can, to elongate a smaller space.

Installing skinny tile, shiplap, or other narrow yet elongated materials will add a new dimension to your powder room or half bath, without making it feel cramped. Wall mount narrow mirrors and light sconces that will make space feel taller and more open.

Better yet? Remove any heavy crown molding that takes away from the height of your bathroom, and swap it for something smaller. You can still have elegant finishes in your space – the key is to find small bathroom renovation ideas that enhance your square footage and make things feel open. If you want more design inspiration, we have 6 Bathroom Remodeling Ideas that inspire homeowners.

A Powder Room has Similar Value to A Guest Bath 

Powder rooms might not seem exciting, but they can offer just as much value to your home as a small guest bathroom. Powder rooms are ideal for guests and relatives that pop in and out of your house – if you need an extra bathroom, but don’t have many overnight guests, consider investing in a powder room renovation instead. You can splurge on hardwood floors or new tile, to enhance the floor plan without worrying about how much you’ll spend on glass shower doors.

At the end of the day, a bathroom is supposed to be functional, and provide you with a decent ROI down the road. If you’re debating whether or not you should add a half bath, or stick to a powder room, consider the needs of your home. There is nothing wrong with sticking to the small stuff – they can still add a decent value to the overall ROI of your house. If you want more tips about the benefits of half bath’s, check out 4 Perks of Adding a Half Bath to Your Home.

Storage Doesn’t Have to Disappear

If you’re afraid of forgoing storage in a small bathroom, don’t be. There are plenty of ways you can add storage to a small bathroom remodel, without taking up too much space – and it doesn’t require a bathroom vanity with cabinets. If you’re not a fan of towel bars, but need a way to store towels for your guest, purchase a ladder that will fit into your bath. You’ll be able to hang multiple towels in your space without taking up too much room.

Open shelving behind your toilet is another great way to add storage without taking up space in your bathroom. You just need to install enough shelving that you can provide your guests or family with everything they need, without skipping out on the must-haves. For more small space suggestions, check out How to Organize your Small Bathroom and 14 Small Space Hacks to Make the Most of Your Home.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”50px”][vc_column_text]

If your next home remodeling project is a small bathroom renovation, take some of our tips and check out the 5 Easy Ways to Update Your Bathroom. But, if you’re looking for an extra set of hands, explore our bathroom remodeling services in Greensboro, High Point, Winston Salem NC – RJ Turner Remodeling handles remodeling projects of every size across the Piedmont Triad.

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