The Plaza, Hotel Ritz Paris, Claridge’s… These are just a few of the most luxurious hotels in the world that no one ever wants to check out. The architecture, colors, and lighting are just a few of the elements that create such an elegant yet homey atmosphere, you don’t ever want to leave. Hotel bathrooms, in particular, are a “star” on their own. From marble tiles to delicately placed towels and soaps, everything is always sparkly and squeaky clean. But the question is, is it possible to achieve this type of luxurious beauty in your own bathroom at home? You’d be surprised how easy it can be with the following simple steps.
A retouch for the walls
If your bathroom hasn’t seen a fresh coat of paint in over five years, or the tiles look way too dated, and there’s absolutely nothing you can do to refresh them, consider redoing your walls completely. At first, it might sound like a task that’s on the harder and more expensive side, but you’d be surprised how inexpensive this endeavor is, and how fast it goes. If you’re someone who’s fallen in love with white marble at a luxurious hotel, don’t fret – you won’t have to spend a fortune on marble tiles. Instead, pick a replica that’s just as good. Whether you pick a beige nuance or something on the whiter side, the trick here is to clean it well to enhance its shine – that’s how you’ll achieve that luxurious sparkle.
Lighting is everything
Lighting is a fun bit that you can experiment with. Choosing a light fixture that goes well with the rest of the bathroom is key. In other words, avoid wooden fixtures for aesthetic as well as practical reasons, and instead go with something shiny but humble, like brass or copper. And here’s another secret; don’t make your bathroom too bright. A soft sunset-like hue is what will help you create a calm, luxurious atmosphere that’ll mimic that of the most beautiful hotels in the world.
Miscellaneous accessories
Nowadays, most high-end hotels have a hand dryer installed in the bathroom. Electric hand dryers are hygienic, and they also enable you to dry your hands waste free. Needless to say, a hand dryer should be on your list of bathroom upgrades. However, that does not mean you shouldn’t include towels. The trick with towels is to pick ones that are extra soft, and make sure the colors are well coordinated. You can go with bold colors like crimson and deep mauve or something lighter like beige or off-white. Some people even opt for black towels, which go really well if you have copper elements in your bathroom. And of course, don’t forget about the soap. You don’t have to splurge on expensive soap, but what you can do to achieve that luxurious look is go for holders and containers that bear special aesthetics. Golden floral imprints like they have at the Plaza are just one example that would go really well with crimson towels.
Before you begin with the upgrades, however, do think about what it is you like and what it is you want. Then, create a plan, visualize your dream bathroom, and once you know exactly how you want it to look, begin with the work.
