How to create a harmonious design for a narrow bathroom?

Design features of narrow rooms

To make the interior of a narrow bathroom look modern, and the finish does not emphasize the flaws in the layout, use the secrets of the designers:

• use mostly light colors;
• visually bring a short wall closer with an accent dark or bright shade;
• place a minimum of furniture and decor;
• choose geometric shapes with clear edges;
• do not skimp on mirrors - they can expand the space.

Choosing the right finish for the visual expansion of the room

The basic techniques of visual expansion are playing with color, light and reflective surfaces. We also recommend using them during repairs.

Ceiling... Stretch ceiling is not only the most practical option for a wet room. Due to the glossy or satin sheen, it will enhance the bath. The ideal option is white monochromatic; in large rooms, photo printing is allowed.

Walls... First of all, let's decide on the color: the smaller the room, the lighter the gamut. Monochrome whites, grays, beige shades or colored pastels will do.

There are many options for finishing materials: ceramic tiles, PVC panels, wallpaper (it is better to glue them further from the wet zone). Decorative stone and brick are less popular, but no less interesting. When choosing a tile, rely on the size of the room: the smaller it is, the smaller the tile. Photo wallpaper with perspective expands the boundaries perfectly, glue them on one of the long sides.

The photo shows an example of a light bathroom finish

Floor. The right flooring will push the walls apart and add air. Suitable options include tiles or self-leveling floors. It is better to refuse a laminate, even the most moisture resistant.

Square tiles are laid with rhombuses, and elongated diagonally or across. When choosing a size, focus on the wall tile - the floor tile should be larger.

If it is necessary to zone the room, lay tiles of similar shades, but of different sizes. This option looks better in a narrow bathroom than contrasting colors.

The photo shows a contrasting black and white floor

How to equip a bathroom?

When planning a custom room, we advise you to start by creating a plan for a narrow room. The drawing will help determine the arrangement of plumbing and furniture and understand whether there is enough space for everything you need.

We select compact and functional furniture

The design of a narrow bathroom depends on the size of the room.

• Large rectangular. The spacious bathroom has enough space for floor cabinets and roomy pencil cases. Do not place furniture in 2 rows on long sides, leaving a narrow passage. The most advantageous layout option is a corner one.
• Small, narrow. When there is not enough space for a storage area, use every centimeter of space. Organize storage under the bathtub and sink with special fittings. Install shelves or shelves above the toilet if you have an en-suite bathroom. Make use of the space in the corners.

In the photo there is a large cabinet under the sink

The washing machine in the bathroom may not be built in, but it is good to provide a convenient place for baskets with dirty linen. Place them under a wall-mounted sink or hide them in one of the furniture modules - all the necessary accessories can also be found in a specialized store.

What kind of plumbing is right for a narrow bathroom?

First of all, decide on the largest object in the room - will you have a narrow bathroom with a bathtub or a shower cabin? If the width permits, the selected option is installed along the far narrow wall. The second way is to place the bowl or cubicle in the corner, leaving space for the sink or toilet on the side. For a large narrow bathroom, it is possible to install an angular form.

When buying a washbasin, also consider the possibility of saving space: models with a pedestal use up space inefficiently. You can improve the situation by integrating the sink into a cabinet, hanging it over furniture or a washing machine.

As for the toilet - consider modern models with a hidden cistern. Alternatively, as we said before, place the shelving behind the classic variation.

An optional element of the bathroom is a bidet. The most advantageous location for him is next to the toilet.

We think over the lighting

A single pendant central luminaire, even for several lamps, is the worst option for a long narrow space. Use one of the following strategies for lighting to enhance the room:

• Spot ceiling lights. The only caveat - do not make a long line out of them, it is better to place several rows across the room.
• Illumination of individual zones. Directional lamps above the mirror or on the sides of it, spotlights above the shower or bath, sconces above the toilet.

In a room with a window, abandon the usual curtains altogether or replace them with blinds, roll curtains, so as not to block the daylight.

Beautiful design ideas

A few general ideas to help you plan your narrow bathroom:

• Mirrors. Hang them opposite each other on long walls, use mirrored tiles or facades. Large wide horizontal ones are better than small ones.
• Glass. It creates a transparent, reflective surface that expands the room. It can be present in the form of a shower cubicle partition, cabinet doors, shades.

The photo shows an example of using marble tiles

• Dark color in the wet area. If you are installing the bathroom on the far short wall, make the material a few shades darker than the main one. The wall will look closer.
• Contrast curtain. This technique is for the same bathroom layout as in the previous paragraph. Even an open curtain will help to achieve a more harmonious effect of space.

In the photo, a combination of painted walls and tiles

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To bring your elongated bathroom closer to the ideal square shape, do not neglect the design rules and techniques for increasing the space.