We all need somewhere to call home. After all, as the saying goes, it’s where the heart is. Home should be a sanctuary, a haven. Somewhere to restore your soul, rest your body, and recharge your spirit. Where else do you come to at the end of each day to kick off your shoes, make a drink and relax after a long, hard day? You should enjoy being at home, but some things can quickly reduce your enjoyment of your house, such as an old, unrenovated room.

And one room that can really frustrate you if it feels old and dated is your bathroom. If your bathroom is worn out and a touch shabby, you might wonder how you can spruce it up without a complete renovation or remodel. Lucky for you, there are a few ways to bring more personality into an older bathroom that doesn’t require an entire strip out and renovation. This helpful article will share six tips to help you do that. Read on to discover more.

Retile your Bathroom

If your bathroom tiles are old, faded, cracked, chipped, or looking sad and sorry, some new Terrazzo tiles could be just the ticket. Retiling your bathroom is an excellent way to bring more personality into the space. You can retile your bathroom with care and attention, as this is an intermediate-skilled DIY job. If you’re not up to the task, for whatever reason, or you don’t have the time, you could engage a professional tiler to do this. It may take a few days, but in the end, you’ll have a bathroom that has a bright new personality thanks to the new tiles. 

Replace the Mirror

Choosing the right mirror can elevate your older bathroom and bring a new personality into the space. Choose a simple yet elegant mirror, perhaps a larger one. When paired with the proper lighting, this new addition will transform an old bathroom into one of the most vibrant rooms in the house. A new mirror will make getting ready for work or dolling up before a night on the town feel unique and novel. 

Go Greener 

Having some houseplants in your bathroom provides multiple benefits beyond bringing a touch of green personality into your older bathroom. Opting for interesting appearing plants will give your dated bathroom a new, fresh and modern feeling. In addition to upgrading the room, plants have multiple proven positive impacts on your health and well-being, as well as cleaning the air for you via photosynthesis.

Some ideal plants for your bathroom are moisture lovers, such as ferns, lilies, spider plants or mother-in-law’s tongue. These plants are also quite hardy and difficult to kill, which is an excellent choice if you’re not a natural green thumb.

Upgrade the Lighting

Due to the dimness, some old bathrooms are quite poorly lit, making it difficult to bathe, shave, and otherwise look after your personal hygiene. You can invest in some brand new LED downlights, which will serve two functions. Firstly, they will brightly illuminate your older bathroom, allowing you to see clearly while you bathe and groom. Secondly, they will save some of the cost of your electricity bill. This is because LED globes use less energy than older filament globes. A bonus here is that you’ll do your bit for the planet using less energy. 

Another excellent lighting tip is investing in dimmable downlights or having a small bathroom lamp. This provides a warm but low light source for a relaxing bath or wind down for the evening with a steamy shower. This will make your bathroom warm and inviting and reflect your personality more than it did prior. 

Upgrade Your Fixtures and Fittings

If your sink mixer taps, shower head and bath taps look dated and worn out, then a quick way to quickly modernise the room is by getting some new taps and a shower head. Some sleek, polished chrome is a great way to go. Still, there’s also an argument for brass or black taps and fixtures, which can add a touch of sophistication and personality to an older bathroom.

Add Some Unexpected Furniture 

A great way to bring some personality into an older bathroom is to put some unexpected items to make a bold statement. For instance, you rarely see a magazine rack in a bathroom, which could go perfectly next to the toilet. A vintage table to hold shaving supplies, combs, hair brushes and other hair items and accessories can be an excellent touch.

A Bathroom Update Summary

This helpful article has shared six tips for bringing more personality into an older bathroom. From upgrading your tiles to growing houseplants, replacing your mirror and upgrading your taps and shower heads, this guide should see you well on the way to a complete bathroom makeover without breaking the bank.