Optimizing space for a small bathroom
Outfitting a small bathroom can be a challenge, but with the right storage and design tips, it’s possible to maximize every square inch.
Whether using walls for vertical storage or opting for multi-functional furniture, discover how to create a bathroom that’s both functional and stylish, even in the smallest of spaces.
How to Use Walls to Maximize Space
When space is limited in a small bathroom, using the walls for vertical storage is a smart solution. Installing open or closed shelves above the sink, hooks for towels, and wall-mounted cabinets frees up floor space while creating accessible storage.
Walls thus become a precious resource for storing essential items without cluttering up the room.
Wall hooks can also be installed at different heights to maximize wall use while avoiding clutter. For a small bathroom, floating shelves above the door or in the corners can also be used to store seldom-used items such as spare towels or surplus skincare products.
Choosing lightweight materials for shelves, such as metal or light wood, helps to avoid visually overloading the space.
An important point to remember is that the minimum size for a functional bathroom is generally 3 to 4 square meters.
However, with these vertical storage tips, even the smallest bathroom can appear more spacious and better organized.
Choosing space-saving multifunctional furniture
One of the best ways to maximize space in a small bathroom is to opt for multi-functional furniture. For example, a washbasin with built-in storage or a mirror cabinet can optimize every square centimeter.
This furniture combines aesthetics with functionality, while providing extra storage space for toiletries and accessories.
Sinks with pull-out drawers or built-in shelves are perfect for storing toiletries, while still maintaining easy access to everything you need.
Mirrored cabinets above the washbasin offer a double advantage: they can be used both to store products and to create the illusion of space, thanks to their reflective surface.
This type of cabinet is ideal for small bathrooms where every centimetre counts.
In addition to built-in furniture, it’s also advisable to use hanging furniture, such as cabinets or floating shelves, to free up floor space. This creates a feeling of openness and makes the room easier to clean.
How to Create the Illusion of Space with Light and Mirrors
To create the illusion of space in a small bathroom, the use of light and mirrors is essential. Natural light, when present, should be maximized. However, in many small bathrooms, access to natural light is limited.
In this case, it’s essential to install artificial lighting that mimics daylight. Wall lights near the mirror or recessed ceiling spotlights can evenly illuminate the room.
Colors also play a key role. Opt for light-colored walls, such as off-white, beige or pale gray. These hues reflect light and visually enlarge the room. As for the floor, light-colored tiles, such as natural stone or white ceramic, are ideal for a small bathroom.
Choose high-gloss or semi-gloss materials to capture and reflect even more light.
Mirrors are your best allies when it comes to enlarging a small bathroom. A large mirror above the sink or a full-length wall mirror can transform the space by visually doubling the size of the room.
To enhance this effect, you can also add lighting behind or around the mirror, diffusing the light in a pleasant way. Discover our wall mirrors to add style and functionality to your space.
Optimizing Space Under The Sink: Smart Storage Ideas For Small Bathrooms
Space under the washbasin is often overlooked, but it can be put to effective use with the right storage solutions. Drawers, pull-out baskets or shelves installed under the sink can be used to store cleaning products, towels and other bathroom accessories.
Installing cabinets with compartments under the sink helps keep things organized while keeping items within easy reach. You can also use baskets or boxes to divide up this space and avoid clutter.
Choosing sliding storage units or modular solutions means you can exploit every corner under the washbasin without wasting space.
If you have a wall-hung washbasin, consider using stackable baskets or mobile shelves that can be placed under the basin and moved easily if necessary.
By maximizing this often underused space, you can store more items without cluttering up the rest of the bathroom.
Walk-in Showers And Sliding Doors
For a small bathroom, walk-in showers are an excellent choice as they free up floor space, offering a more fluid layout. These showers are recessed directly into the floor, with no need for trays or steps, creating visual continuity and enlarging the room.
Avoiding visual obstacles such as shower trays or visible walls opens up the space and makes it feel larger.
Another space-saving solution is to opt for a sliding door, which is an excellent alternative to a swing door. A sliding door, whether for the shower or for access to the bathroom itself, maximizes the space available.
These doors slide along the wall or into a partition, freeing up valuable floor space.
These solutions are particularly effective in small bathrooms, where every centimetre counts. They contribute to a feeling of lightness and modernity, while maximizing available space.
As well as offering space-saving solutions, they add an elegant, contemporary touch to your bathroom.
To conclude
Optimizing space in a small bathroom requires a few tricks and judicious choices of furniture and storage.
By focusing on vertical solutions, multi-functional furniture, and playing with light and mirrors, you can transform a small room into a functional and aesthetically pleasing space.
To discover furniture, shelving and mirrors tailored to your needs, explore our product selection at SGL Furniture.
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