26 Jan 2022

If you are tired of beginning your morning routine in a dark and cramped space, there are some things you can do that will not break the bank. Instead of having to remodel your entire bathroom, the tiling can make such a difference to the space and may improve your morning routine.

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While you may need to do more work on the bathroom following the tiling, this is a good place to start, and you will be impressed with the changes it will begin to make. In many cases, a simple change of color or tile can make such a difference to your bathroom, and it may be a way to improve it without too much work.

7 Small Bathroom Ideas To Make It More Spacious

Tiling can change the appearance of your bathroom and can give the impression of it being more spacious without breaking the bank. 

Tiling is a good place to start when remodeling the bathroom, and you may find that there is not a lot more work that needs to be done following this step because it has already created the effect you are looking for. 

The following are seven of the best ideas for tiling a small bathroom that can get you inspired.

  • Choose Large Tiles

A small bathroom can benefit a lot from large tiles, so make sure to choose large rectangular tiles over the small square ones. With small tiles, there will be more grout which will break up the space and give the illusion that the bathroom is smaller than it truly is.

Large tiles, however, will have less grout and therefore break up the space less. This gives the impression that there is more space and will make your bathroom feel more comfortable.

  • Vertical Tiles

As well as considering the size of the tiles, the way that you install them can also make such a difference to a small bathroom. 

Breaking the tradition of horizontal tiles is a great way to make your bathroom appear spacious, as vertical tiles will draw the eyes upwards, which gives the illusion of greater height. This is why it is one of the easiest and most effective ways to make a small bathroom appear larger.

As well as making the space look larger, vertical tiles are also incredibly stylish and will give a spa-like feeling to your bathroom that will stand the test of time.

  • Tile Into The Shower

If you are serious about making your small bathroom bigger, then it may be time to ditch the bathtub. Removing the tub and tiling all of the floor will create a walk-in shower, which is not only easier to use but also makes the space look bigger.

Without the bathtub, you can tile right up to the shower to create the walk-in space. The lack of interruptions in the flooring will make the space seem bigger and more luxurious.

  • Opt For Shine

If you are remodeling the bathroom, opt for as much shine as possible. This means choosing glass panels along with shiny tiles to give the illusion of more space.

This is because surfaces that reflect the light will make the room feel larger and airer, as well as make the space brighter. A glass shower panel, or a clear shower curtain, can make all of the difference to your small bathroom.

  • Match The Floor And Walls

Whether you opt for the same tiles or choose complimenting colors, having the bathroom walls and tiles look the same is a great way to make the bathroom more spacious.

This works by making your eye run smoothly over the room, as there are no breaks in color scheme or theme, which gives the illusion of more space. 

To way to create the kind of room that supports this uninterrupted flow and therefore makes the room seem bigger, is to choose light tiles for both the walls and floor. A light, neutral color works best for this and should be used for both the floor and the walls of the bathroom, including continuing through the floor to the shower.

If it is not possible to tile to the ceiling, make sure to choose a similar shade of paint to the tiles for the same effect.

  • Create A Design Along The Ceiling

A decorative pattern along the ceiling is an effective way to draw the eyes upwards, which will make the bathroom appear taller and, therefore, more spacious.

Considering a lot of these tips recommend using neutral colors in the bathroom, a ceiling design is a great way to add some interest to the room and put your own spin on it without compromising the other work you have done to make it spacious.

  • Trick The Eye With Tones

For bathrooms that are not only small but also narrow, a great way to give the illusion of more space is to be careful with the tones you choose. You can add a greater sense of depth to the bathroom by choosing specific tones, such as a lighter shade on the shorter walls and a darker tone on the longer walls.

This will create depth and make the bathroom appear bigger, so it is a more comfortable space for you to use. With such a subtle contrast, these colors will not be jarring but instead give a good effect to narrow bathrooms.