8 Tips for Turning Your Bathroom Into a Sanctuary

A bathroom is more than a place to get ready for work and wash off the day. It’s a space where you can relax and recharge right in the comfort of your home. Whether you’re shaking off sleep or getting ready for slumber, the bathroom is the perfect room in the house for creating the rituals that help you transition through the day.

You can turn your bathroom into a sanctuary without completely renovating the entire room — although that’s also an option if you have the time and patience for the project. Fortunately, you can create an inviting space that rivals a spa experience with a few carefully selected pieces. Here’s how.

1. Embrace Indulgence

The bathroom is the perfect room to embrace indulgence because the most luxurious fixtures are also surprisingly practical. A deep tub with a high end gives you plenty of room to completely submerge, and it supports your back as you soak in your favorite essential oils. Solid surface and cast iron tubs are not only durable but also hold heat longer, so you use less hot water. A clawfoot tub creates a stunning focal point for the room, and sliding into one for an evening bath feels lavish. It’s money well spent.

2. Create a Sensory Experience

Spas understand the impact of appealing to the five senses. You may find that your evening routines are more relaxing, and your morning procedures are less stressful when you follow their lead. Place a small speaker on a bathroom shelf to play music or nature sounds. Light a few candles or wax melts in your favorite fragrances — choose soothing lavender or bergamot for nighttime and invigorating eucalyptus or citrus for the morning. Wrap up in a soft robe after you get out of the shower.

3. Incorporate Natural Elements

When you’re surrounded by nature, you tend to feel less stressed because you’re able to disconnect from the world and focus on the moment. Bringing in natural elements to your bathroom sets the room’s mood and increases your relaxation. Set up plants around the room — especially in the shower, where you can easily water them. Decorate with earth tones — think muted shades of green, brown, and rust — that pair well with accessories in antique brass or antique copper. Install a rainfall shower head to simulate falling rain as you bathe.

4. Let In the Light

Light helps connect you to nature and brings you a sense of calm — and as a bonus, it keeps your plants happy. Take advantage of the light you have in the room by positioning the shower and tub near the windows. This can include installing a freestanding tub that doesn’t need to be anchored to a wall. If you can’t install a skylight or add more windows to your bathroom, you can still add ambient lighting to give the room a beautiful glow.

5. Soften the Space

Bathrooms sometimes have a reputation for being cold and practical by design, but you can easily soften the space with texture and color. Earth tones like rust and bronze add warmth to the room. If you scatter towel rings around the room, you always have one within reach. They also add texture to the walls. Hang curtains in the windows and use a fabric shower curtain to contrast with the tile, acrylic, and porcelain fixtures in the room. Opt for ambient light instead of harsh fluorescent lighting suspending from the ceiling.

6. Surround Yourself With Comfort

A relaxing space is a comfortable space. Set up your shower for maximum comfort, starting with a shower slide bar that lets you adjust the hand shower to your ideal height — a lifesaver when you share a bathroom with someone taller or shorter than you. You’ll always have the water flowing directly where you need it. Install a stool or shower seat where you can lean back and close your eyes for a moment. Robe hooks and towel warmers conveniently located near the shower mean you can wrap yourself immediately after bathing and stay warm in a wet room.

7. Keep Clutter at Bay

Clutter can easily get out of hand in the bathroom, and a cluttered bathroom is anything but relaxing. No one wants a view of scattered toothbrushes and bathroom supplies while they soak in the tub. Soap baskets are perfect for organizing your bathing supplies and keeping them off the edge of the tub. A vanity adds storage space where you can sort items and store them away when they’re not being used. As a bonus, an organized bathroom is an efficient bathroom because you also know where to find what you need.

8. Invest in New Towels and Rugs

Unless you love the look of mismatched towels, now may be the ideal time to upgrade. Plush towels bring texture into the room and soften the shiny surfaces of your bathroom fixtures. Rugs feel luxurious under your feet, cushion them while you stand in front of the mirror, and are warmer than the tile floor. Use them strategically in front of the shower, tub, and toilet — places where you’re likely to sit or stand for a few minutes. Consider the direction of the foot traffic in the room, and place the rugs where you naturally walk.

Kingston Brass Has Many Shower Accessories

Whether you’re completely re-doing your bathroom or are giving the room a quick refresh, check out the selection of shower accessories at Kingston Brass. From hand-held shower heads to bathroom shelving and tub decks, you can transform the room one big or little step at a time. Shop by category or collection, or use the search feature to find specific items you need.

If you’re still in the planning stages of your next project, explore our website to find inspiration and learn a thing or two about bathroom and kitchen design. When you need help choosing an item or have questions about it, our team of professionals is here to assist.