Bathroom design tip

The bathroom is becoming more of a centerpiece in the home with design trends ranging from the bold and colorful to the simple and elegant.

Adding a little color to your bathroom is important to make the bathroom a real retreat for the family. Although white is still the most popular fixture color, homeowners are looking for other colors that will remain timeless.

Homeowners need to choose a color that suits their personality but also fits the type of environment they are looking for.

The latest color trends are running the gamut. Natural colors are the most versatile, but designers are incorporating some bolder colors such as red and blue as well as deep forest and emerald green and terra-cotta and rust. These colors are used in everything from the paint to the sink to decorative tiles.

Tips provided by bathroom-buyers-guide.com (below) might help you create your dream bathroom.

* If you're not sure about which color to use for your fixtures, choose white as it will go with every design.

* If you've got a small bathroom, keep the details simple and uncluttered, as this will make your bathroom look bigger.

* Make sure paint and wallpaper are made for your bathroom, as they have to be resistant to damp conditions.

* Fresh and bright colors lighten up your bathroom. This is especially helpful when your bathroom lacks natural daylight.

* If you have a small floor area, you are able to choose a more luxurious flooring. Always go for something that will be warm under foot and anti-slip. An easily cleaned bathroom is more practical.

* Your taps and levers are also important in your bathroom design, so take care in choosing them too.

* To make you bathroom look wider, a horizontal mirror would help. -- JP