Your bathroom is nearing completion, but an essential finishing touch remains: the lighting. In my view, the right lighting can either enhance or detract from the overall appeal of a bathroom. Even with impeccable cabinets, hardware, and backsplash, the wrong lighting can leave the space feeling uninspired. So, be mindful of this crucial detail. Before you dive into selecting lighting fixtures, take a moment to assess your bathroom. Most commonly, bathrooms feature pendant lighting above the vanity or sink area. These pendant lights can elevate the bathroom's aesthetic and contribute to a polished look. They also serve to express your personal style. However, before you proceed with hanging lights, consider whether it might make your space too visually cluttered.
For instance, in an open-concept layout where the bathroom is adjacent to the dining room, an excess of hanging lights could be overwhelming if the dining area also has pendants or a chandelier. If other rooms are visible from the bathroom, examine the angles to ensure the pendants complement the overall design of your home.
In the absence of an island or if pendant lights above the island aren't suitable, a recommended alternative is to hang a pendant over the sink and install can lights or flush-mount lights above the island.
If you plan to relocate or install can lights in the bathroom ceiling, consider their proximity to cabinets or open shelves.
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There are two perspectives on the ideal distance for can lights: one suggests placing them close to the cabinets, ensuring the light illuminates your hands while working at the countertop, while the other argues for having lights slightly behind your head, creating a well-lit path between the island and cabinetry, avoiding shadows when opening cabinet doors.
If you're uncertain about the light placement, don't worry. Ask your contractor to "run a whip," meaning running a wire to a general location without cutting into the drywall until construction progresses. This gives you more time to decide on the exact placement after the island and countertops are in place.
Regardless of our daily chaos, we begin and end our days in the bathroom. Whether you indulge in an extensive skincare routine, enjoy relaxing bubble baths, or opt for a quick shower and dash routine, the bathroom is a sanctuary that deserves a serene ambiance.
Remember, the bathroom is an integral part of your home, not a separate entity. When contemplating bathroom design, consider the holistic connection to the rest of your house.
Maintain a consistent style, whether you're selecting new towels or revamping the entire bathroom, to avoid a disjointed feel.
Now that you've identified the updates needed in your bathroom and considered the layout, let's explore the various components that contribute to a complete bathroom. These details, often overlooked on television, make a significant impact when experiencing the space in person.
For a harmonious blend with your house story, mix and match elements in your sink/vanity combo. In a powder room, where the vanity takes center stage, consider unconventional options such as a vessel sink on a freestanding console or repurposed furniture pieces.
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Get creative with sink choices to complement your design style. Even if your sink and vanity are fixed, don't lose hope a simple hardware update or a fresh coat of paint can make a substantial difference. For a more significant transformation, consider changing the vanity countertop and faucet.
When in the market for bathroom faucets, it's crucial to identify the plumbing holes on your countertop, especially when updating an existing bathroom. If you're creating a bathroom concept from scratch, you have the freedom to choose any option you like!
Bridge Faucets: Unlike many faucets that necessitate three holes for installation, bridge faucets typically require only two. These taller faucets elegantly "bridge" the hot and cold handles and the spout, connecting to two pieces below that secure into the countertop. If your countertop has three holes, some bridge faucets are designed with a deck plate to accommodate this plumbing setup.
Single Hole: A single-hole faucet integrates the spout, hot and cold water controls into a single unit, requiring only one hole in the countertop. This design not only provides a seamless and clean appearance but also enhances functionality by simplifying temperature adjustments.
Wall Mount: As the name suggests, a wall-mount faucet features a water spout and hot and cold handles attached to the wall instead of the countertop. These faucets may have a widespread mount with separate features or combine all elements into a single piece.
Widespread Mount: In a widespread mount configuration, the spout and hot and cold handles are individually mounted on the countertop. This style necessitates three holes for installation, creating a distinct and spaced-out arrangement.