Six Upgrades to Improve Your Bathroom

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Your bathroom is one of the most used spaces in your home, so why wouldn't you want to upgrade it and add more comfort, functionality, and value to your space? You could be planning a full remodel, or you might just be looking for ways to enhance it, but there are several changes that will help to elevate your bathroom from basic to luxurious.

Thanks to innovations from companies like New Bath Technologies - custom showers are the new norm adding value and luxury to any bathroom. Let's take a look at six great upgrades to consider for your bathroom at your next renovation.

1. How about those custom showers? We just mentioned them in our introduction, but custom showers are great for a spa-like experience. Gone are the days of cookie cutter shower stalls when custom showers could be tailored to your preferences, offering new features like rainfall shower heads, body jets, built in benches and frameless glass doors. Whether you're going for something sleek and modern or you want a warm, natural spa feel, a custom shower can transform your daily routine into something more relaxing. With the latest materials and layouts, you can balance luxury with durability.

2. Modern lighting fixtures. The bathroom still requires you to have great lighting as it plays a huge role in both the mood and the functionality of the bathroom. Swapping outdated overhead lighting for layered lighting such as wall sconces, under cabinet LED strips and dimmable ceiling fixtures can really improve visibility and ambience. Consider colour adjustable bulbs to switch between bright white for morning routines and softer tones for winding down in the evening.

3. Heated flooring. If you've ever stepped onto a cold tile floor on a wintry morning, you'll appreciate this as the best upgrade you ever invest in. Heated floors add a touch of luxury that is also energy efficient. Radiant heating systems can be installed under tiles, stone or even vinyl flooring. It offers consistent warmth without taking up wall space like the traditional heaters often do.

4. Smarter bathroom technology. Smart home innovations are not just for the living room or kitchen. Smart mirrors with built in lighting, anti fog features and Bluetooth speakers are becoming way more popular than ever before. You can also install voice activated controls for lighting, music, and even your shower temperature. These modern touches make your bathroom more convenient and futuristic, while also appealing to tech savvy home buyers if you do plan to sell.

5. Upgraded storage. The enemy of any good bathroom design is clutter. You can improve both form and function with built in cabinetry, floating vanities, recessed shelving or mirrored medicine cabinets. Custom storage can be designed to match your bathroom style while maximizing every inch of space. This is especially helpful in smaller bathrooms where every detail counts.

6. High efficiency fixtures. You can swap out the older toilets, faucets, and shower heads for high efficiency models that reduce your water usage and utility bills. Look for WaterSense labeled products that are designed to conserve water.