Updating Bathroom Fixtures
Tuesday, October 24, 2006
One of the best ways to breathe new life into your bathroom is to update your fixtures. It's not a terribly complicated or expensive bathroom improvement. And if you're planning a complete bathroom renovation down the road, bringing in new fixtures is a great jumping off point for your redesign. Cabinets, vanities, lighting, and furniture in the bath area can be brought in accompany your new fixtures.My first suggestion is not to skimp on the cost of new bathroom faucets and shower fixtures. These items can and should last a long time and are exposed to repeated use. Go with a decent brand and you'll be happier in the long run.
Consider going beyond just chrome. Chrome is still the most popular for the aesthetics and the durability. It can be cleaned easily, but remember that chrome always shows stains and fingerprints. A new metal could be more unique, more stylish, and require less cleaning maintenance. A brushed nickel, stainless steel, or brushed bronze opens up new possibilities for your room. You can get matching metals and designs in your shower fixtures, towel racks, paper holders, and even your tank levers. Don't forget that it's a great idea to bring your cabinets into the design -- match your cabinet hardware to your new room fixtures.I'm a big fan of both the Moen and Kohler fixtures. And there are so many styles to choose from - traditional, contemporary, and transitional. The type of faucet you want is important. Do you want a sink-mounted style? A wall-mounted version? Single or double handle?
As far as trend go, the classic/antique look is very big. New modern fixtures in the old styles from the 30's through the 50's are hot again. The Bamboo/Roman fixtures to give the Asian relaxation spa look and feel are big as well. Wall-mounted faucets with raised, bowl sinks are also very popular.If you're looking for a bathroom designer, post your project with us for free and you can receive bids from local experts to help you make the right choices for your lifestyle and to make the right match for your bathroom.
