Do you live in an apartment or condo unit that has a tiny bathroom? Do you have a hard time decorating your bathroom because of its small space? Maybe you have some interesting ideas but you think they will not work in such a small bathroom.

Here are some bathroom décor tips that will surely turn your small bathroom into a cozy and warm retreat. When renovating a small bathroom you want to try and give the illusion of space.

Choose relaxing color scheme

Soft, pale, and muted colors make any room appear larger. Try not to use bold and bright colors such as red or navy blue. Choose paler hues such as light blue or green because pale colors can make a room look bigger. It doesn't always have to be pink when you hear the adjectives soft and pale. Big backgrounds like the tiles and walls should be in pastel colors and accessories such as shower curtain, a wall design, or towels should be in bright colors for added accent.

The illusion of height

Vertical lines add height to a room by drawing the eye upwards. Tiles that are extended to the ceiling can make a small bathroom feel larger. Painting a vertical stripe or using a similar wallpaper pattern is also a good idea.

Another way to draw the eye upwards is by lining the edge, or ‘crown’ of the ceiling with a border; perhaps a cornice, or a patterned tile around the top of the walls.

Lights and mirrors

Mirrors are a great way to add depth, width and length to a small room but be careful not to over do it, one mirror is generally enough. The mirror will also help to distribute light throughout the room.

Clear shower screens as opposed to opaque gives the illusion of more space and light. A fully frameless shower screen doesn't create any visual barriers at all and can work brilliantly in a small bathroom.

Colour

The key word is ‘simple’. For example, don’t use a busy wallpaper pattern, as the room will seem smaller and more cluttered.
Light coloured walls, floors and décor can make a room seem larger. We suggest using pastel tones, neutrals or whites.

Tiles

Larger tiles create a sense of space, as do rectified porcelain tiles. Because of the way they are made, rectified porcelain tiles are identically-shaped, meaning narrower grout lines and less visual fuss.

The feeling of space can be generated by more visible tiled floor. This can be produced with floating cabinets and a pedestal or wall mounted sink. The vanity unit on the other hand, takes up a lot of floor space and is best avoided.
Storage, sinks and baths

If you want to include a relaxing bath then head for a small but deep model.

Small tips

• Do not use small accessories in a small bathroom. It will make your room look cluttered. On the floor, choose one big rug and on the wall, just place one piece of large art.

• Have a storage space for all the knick-knacks that you might need when taking a bath. Place them inside your vanity or a linen closet. Clutter gives that feeling of having no room and will not make you feel relaxed. Messy rooms always make a room smaller than clean and neat ones.

• Do not use decorative pieces or shelves that stick out. This could make the space appear smaller than it is because it cuts your vision up to that portion that sticks out. Aside from this, it might also be dangerous because you might bump or hit the sticking part while you are making your way inside your bathroom.

• For a one-of-a-kind soap dish, epoxy two shells backs facing one another. Instead of ho-hum towel hooks, screw in some stylish knobs!