How to Save Space in a Small Bathroom?

A small, awkwardly shaped bathroom is the bane of apartment blocks, and sometimes even of poorly designed single-family homes. Decorating such a room is certainly a big challenge, but by reaching for solutions dedicated to small spaces, it's possible to create an interior that's both functional and beautiful. See how to make the most of a small bathroom's floor space.

Decorating a small bathroom - where to start?

With a small floor area, every centimeter of space needs to be well used. So before you head to the store for ceramic tiles and a sink - make a plan. You can ask someone experienced, such as an interior architect, for help preparing a design, but it's also entirely possible to work out such a plan yourself! When sketching or writing out your plan, take into account the number of household members (this affects, among other things, how much storage space you'll need for cosmetics) as well as their habits and routines. Thanks to this kind of analysis, the bathroom you create will answer your family's actual needs, rather than being an aesthetically pleasing but not very functional space.

To make the process of decorating a small bathroom enjoyable, estimate early on what budget you can allocate to it. This will let you know what you can afford when choosing materials or bathroom furniture. You can look for inspiration online or in interior design catalogs - by determining which style suits you best, you'll find the products you need in the store much more easily. By pinning down what you like in bathroom interiors, you'll avoid buying things that don't match each other.

How to decorate a small bathroom - practical tips

A small bathroom should be decorated in a spirit of minimalism rather than excess and clutter. The reason is simple - a large amount of decoration, colors, patterns, and textures makes the space feel chaotic and cramped. The interior needs to feel harmonious and orderly.

• Hide what's unnecessary. Put cosmetics sitting on the washing machine or by the sink away into cabinets. Leave out only the ones you actually need and use several times a day. Don't leave too many decorative boxes for tissues, jewelry, or other accessories out in the open, as they'll create unnecessary clutter.
• Choose light colors. This may seem obvious, but it's often overlooked, because dark bathrooms are just so intriguing! A small bathroom, however, plays by its own rules, and it will definitely look better tiled in shades of muted beige, gray, or simply white. If you don't want a completely light bathroom, you can put darker tiles on one wall. It's important that they don't cover a large surface area and don't reach all the way to the ceiling, as that creates an "aquarium" effect.

For practical reasons, a mirror should of course be part of the bathroom. When choosing one for a small bathroom, go for a fairly large pane. It will brighten the space and make it look bigger.

Small bathroom - the most interesting solutions

When arranging a small bathroom, it's a good idea to reach for new, innovative solutions and do some research on what's currently available on the market. It often turns out that manufacturers' technology and ideas can solve many layout problems. What should you pay particular attention to when it comes to the bathroom?

Wall box bathroom shelves

Wall Box recessed shelves are an interesting alternative to traditional shelves mounted onto the wall. Their huge advantage is that they're placed inside the wall, meaning they don't take up valuable space. You'll find a wide range of this type of shelf in our store.

A variety of patterns and colors makes it easy to match them to your decor. This kind of solution can also be used in place of a toilet paper holder.

Walk-in shower cabin

In a small bathroom, there's not much point thinking about a comfortable, large bathtub. To save space, visually enlarge the room, and give the bathroom a sense of spaciousness, the best solution will be a shower with a walk-in cabin and a minimalist drain.

An alternative to this kind of cabin can be a subtle, low shower tray. You'll find both drains and shower trays in various versions in our range.

A washlet toilet instead of a toilet and bidet

If you're someone who values having access to a bidet, you don't have to give up that function even in a small bathroom. It's true that you probably won't find room for two separate fixtures, but you can use an alternative in the form of a washlet toilet, which combines a classic toilet and a bidet.

Decorating a small bathroom is quite a challenge. Trying to fit everything into a small space can be frustrating. However, all it takes is a good plan and a look at what's currently available on the market. It turns out there are really many functional solutions that make it easier to create a comfortable space even in a small bathroom.

Also check out our comprehensive guide on how to arrange a small bathroom, to make the most of every centimeter of space.