Start your day the proper way in a fabulous bathroom

THINK bright and airy when it comes to renovating your bathroom.

There’s a good argument to be made for it being one of the most important rooms in the entire home. For it is within the confines of the washing room we start our day, emerging from sleep into the right frame of mind and energy required to go about our business, whatever it may be.

That’s why having a tired old bathroom past its sell by date can feel like such a drag – a place to get in and out of as quickly as possible rather than the space in which you should be luxuriating.

If you have the money and the desire, the bathroom might just be the best place to begin any renovation project and the good news is that it need not cost an arm and a leg. From fittings like bathtubs, showers and sinks to the dizzying range of bathroom tiles that exists, there is great value to be had everywhere.

Firstly, you need to envisage your new bathroom – what do you want it to look like? Generally speaking, the brighter and airier the better as blanket light at all times of day complements the function of the space inordinately and raises the spirits.

Take your time considering what tiles you want to use and shop around – but be decisive at the same time as the range is dizzying and any indecision could slow a project down by weeks and months. Again, think warmth and brightness and let your budget point you in the right direction.

Meanwhile, you don’t have to break the bank either selecting bathtubs, sinks and shower units as there is very good value for money out there at all outlets. Again select your preferred options and accessorise accordingly on taps and other associated fittings.

Then reap the rewards for years to come.