As the new year begins, many people plan for home upgrades, renovations, new interior designs, etc. If you have been planning a bathroom renovation, this is probably the right time to do it. However, a renovation might not be as easy as it sounds at first. There are plenty of factors that you need to keep in mind. The bathroom is a place that needs to be clean, comfortable, aesthetic, and functional at the same time. Therefore, from the tiles to every fitting in the bathroom, you need to choose everything carefully.
In this blog, we will discuss the entire checklist to consider before your next bathroom renovation.
Planning The Layout and Design
The first and foremost step while renovating your bathroom is to plan the layout. The layout should be planned in such a way that it uses the available space efficiently, provides ample space for movements, and ensures proper placement of all fittings and fixtures. If your bathroom feels congested right now, you probably need to redesign the layout first. It includes deciding the placement for every element and fixture in a way to ensure maximum comfort and convenience. You also need to consider lighting and ventilation at this stage.
Once the layout is planned, you can proceed further to deciding on the colour theme and decor elements. This is where you will finalize what your bathroom should look and feel like.
When deciding on a colour theme, consider the 'colour share' theory. According to this, the interior design of your bathroom should use three colours, in a 60:30:10 ratio. 60% of it should be the primary colour, 30% should be the secondary colour, and 10% should be the accent colour. For example, 60% can be the primary colour of your floor and walls. 30% can be the colour of the backsplash wall, and 10% can be the colour of fittings and fixtures that go well with the other two colours. You can do it in any way you want.
Choosing the Right Tiles
Choosing the right tiles can be a bit challenging with thousands of different options available in the market. Being a leading name in the tile industry, H&R Johnson suggests everyone to keep a few things in mind while selecting tiles for a bathroom. Here's how you can choose the right floor and wall tiles for your bathroom:
Floor Tiles
When choosing floor tiles, safety and durability should be among the primary factors you consider. Rather than normal ceramic tiles, choose vitrified or porcelain tiles in a non-glossy finish. Tiles in a matte, rustic, or textured finish are ideal for the bathroom floors, as glossy finishes can be very slippery when wet. For maximum safety, you can consider choosing anti-skid floor tiles from Endura by Johnson. These tiles are available in various sizes and designs under the Endura MaxGrip collection. For a seamless look, it is advisable to choose 60x60 cm anti-skid floor tiles. However, if you prefer smaller sizes, you can go for the 30x30 cm size as well.
Wall Tiles
Wall tiles require different considerations than floor tiles. Ceramic, vitrified, and porcelain tiles all work for the bathroom walls. However, you need to consider a few factors for long-lasting durability and appearance. Choose tiles that are durable, low-water-absorbing, and aesthetically appealing. The design of the wall tiles plays an important role in the overall look of your bathroom.
For this, you can check out the 30x60 cm and 30x45 cm ceramic tiles from H&R Johnson. Apart from this, the large-format tiles from Porselano by Johnson would be perfect for a seamless backsplash wall. The Expressions series has some unique and amazing nature-inspired tile designs that you can check out for creating eye-catching backsplash walls.
Picking The Right Washbasin to Match The Bathroom Theme
Next comes choosing bathroom fixtures that go well with the colour and design theme of your bathroom. The washbasin is one of the most important fixtures of a bath space and plays the role of an accent. The easiest and most versatile option is a white ceramic basin, as it blends well with almost every bathroom theme. If you do not prefer the usual white wash basins, you can go for coloured tabletop basins from Johnson Bathware's Elite range. Some of the most trending designs in wash basins are:
- - Countertop/Table top wash basins
- - Wall-hung basins
- - Pedestal basins
- - Vanity wash basins
Choosing The Right Bathroom Fittings and Accessories
Apart from the washbasin, other bathroom fittings and fixtures like the commode, the shower, and faucets should also be chosen according to the overall theme of your bathroom.
Firstly, the water closet (commode) should match the wash basin. You can check out the collection of white ceramic commodes from Johnson Bathware and coloured water closets from Johnson Elite. If you are following a minimalistic theme, go for wall-hung commodes as they look modern and give a sleek look to your bathroom.
Now, after choosing all of this, you should look for the ideal faucets. If your bathroom is already using too many bold colours, you should stick to minimal chrome-finish faucets and showers. However, if the bathroom theme looks very minimal so far and you want to add a touch to premiumness to it, you can consider installing coloured faucets from Johnson Elite.
Concluding Points
Renovating a bathroom is all about choosing tiles, bathroom fittings, and decor elements that are functional and also align with the modern design standards. H&R Johnson's wide collection of tiles has ideal options for every need and preference. The anti-skid tiles from Endura by Johnson are the best for bathroom floors as they help ensure maximum safety.
For the walls, you can choose any design or pattern that you like. Just make sure not to overwhelm your bathroom with too many bold patterns. Keep it minimal yet premium with our collection of bathroom tiles that are designed to be durable and aesthetically appealing at the same time.