As providers of Orange County, CA bathroom remodeling, we often get asked how to make a small bathroom space appear larger. Of course, if you want to do a total remodel there are ways to change the layout to maximize the space, but what if you don’t have the time, budget, or means for that option/ Well, luckily there are other tricks you can do. Today we are going to talk about these tricks and help you make your smaller bathroom space appear larger and more comfortable.

Keep it Simple

By far, the easiest and most effective way to make a small space appear larger is to keep it simple. What do we mean by that? We mean, take away any unnecessary items. Making the space as clean, organized, and minimal as possible will essentially give it a more open and airy feel.

If you have several small pictures or décor on the walls, replace them with one larger single image. If you have a countertop full of beauty products, décor elements, or other items, ditch them and only add one or two nice decorative elements.

Keep the Walls the Same

Many people love to add an accent wall in their bathroom. This could be done with paint or wallpaper. However, having one wall different than the rest will break up the overall lines of the space making it look smaller.

Instead, keep the walls all the same color. A light, the airy color will work best as it will open up the space and make it appear bigger. Warmer, darker colors may look great in certain spaces, but use them in an already small bathroom and it will only make it look that much more confined.

Choose Your Floating Cabinetry

With the space being small, the more open you can make it feel, the better. One very impactful way to do this is by choosing cabinetry that is either wall mounted so that it appears to be floating, or on legs that are very simple. This is because your eye will see the flooring space open underneath giving it the illusion of more space.

Light it Up

Nothing makes a small space seem smaller than bad lighting. Make sure to brighten the space up with well-placed lighting around the area. You could add lighting around the vanity, add recessed lighting in the ceiling or even track lighting about the counters. If you can add a window for natural lighting, even better. The brighter the space, the more open it will feel.

Final Thoughts

While sometimes homeowners may want a bigger bathroom, it just isn’t possible to totally remodel the entire space. By implementing certain design tricks, they can create a space that feels larger while still having the same square footage.

If you would like to see how your small bathroom space can be improved, give us a call today. As providers of Orange County, CA bathroom remodeling, we have the knowledge and experience to give you a new bathroom space you and your family will love.