Updating smaller bathrooms on a budget

If you’re planning to revamp your bathroom but are limited in terms of space and budget, there are still multiple ways to achieve your interior design goals. Thinking ahead about your preferred style and what you specifically want to include will help you focus on creating a room that will fulfill your individual needs.

For example, if you prefer taking a shower but aren’t so keen on baths then perhaps prioritising shower space is key, rather than trying to squeeze in both. Alternatively, you might just want a bath installed, or you may decide on a bath-shower combi option, depending on the amount of space you have available.

Here are some ideas you might want to consider when updating your smaller bathroom on a budget…

Cosy cabinets for smaller spaces

A compact cabinet like the Mia LED model with light sensor and inbuilt charging sockets helps maximise space.

Other great features include a demister pad for the glass, along with two adjustable tempered glass shelves

The mirrored front of the cabinet is also replicated on the inside of the door, for convenience, while the soft-close hinges keep things quiet and prevent the door from slamming backwards.

The single door version would suit a smaller space perfectly, although a double-door cabinet is also available.

A great way to save space is by fitting a bathroom cabinet which is discreet and doesn’t dominate the space.

The Mia LED Cabinet with Single-door Demister and Shaver is a good option as it incorporates charging sockets into the design as well as offering that all-important storage space for toiletries, keeping everything in the one place for convenience.

A light sensor means there’s no bulky switches taking up room and is activated simply by waving your hands across it to turn the light on and off.

Double shelving inside the Mia LED Cabinet.

Multifunctional WC units

Choosing the right toilet for a more modest bathroom needn’t be a chore as there are lots of great models which cater for compact spaces. If you prefer to have a more traditional looking unit, then the Status Close-coupled Fully Back-to-wall Toilet and Soft-close Seat has a sleek, slimline look that will save you space while still delivering on style. With a gloss white finish, the back-to-wall pan design means minimal cleaning of nooks and crannies and gives a compact, tidy appearance.

The sleek design of the Status Close-coupled Fully Back-to-wall Toilet makes this an ideal choice for smaller bathrooms.

Meanwhile, the soft-close seat prevents against slamming lids and the slightly elevated height makes it more comfortable to use, which is also great for anyone with mobility issues.

Another inspired way of maximising space in a smaller bathroom is installing a WC unit which incorporates sink, storage and toilet, with the cistern cleverly concealed. Aesthetically, it looks great and can also be personalised according to your individual design preferences.

WC units, like the Josef Martin Urbano model in forest green, as pictured above, combine multiple elements into a compact space.

For example, the Josef Martin Urbano WC Unit in Forest Green combines all of the above and can be matched with the toilet of your choice, depending on which style you would like. Cultivating a contemporary look, the Josef Martin Urbano range offers plenty of choice when it comes to matching the units with your chosen décor and can be fitted with a range of colour-match worktops.

You don’t even have to assemble it, as the in-frame unit comes ready to install in your bathroom, with a two-part drop-down front providing easy access to the concealed cistern.

Fabulous freestanding and corner baths

When it comes to choosing a suitably sized bath for your space, a freestanding model gives you extra flexibility in terms of where you decide to place it in the room (depending on your plumbing options). With a smaller space, keeping the bath in the corner will create the illusion of more space in the rest of the room, so freestanding and corner models work well for this.

The Balmoral Freestanding Right-hand Shower Bath with Black Claw and Ball Feet has a straight right side for fitting snugly against the wall, while the curved left side faces into the room.

A freestanding bath like the Balmoral Right-hand Shower Bath saves space by fitting discreetly into a corner of the room.

With a refreshing white gloss finish and a classic design, there’s also added character in the black ball and claw feet of the bath, which instantly elevate it and add elegance to the overall appearance. Together with the roll-top edges and the fact that you can add on the shower feature, this makes the Balmoral Freestanding Show Bath a win-win when it comes to updating a smaller bathroom.

For even tighter spaces, however, corner baths are perhaps the ultimate in making the most of what you’ve got. Thanks to their asymmetrical design, which means they have less width and length than regular corner baths, these compact models are designed to suit even the smallest of rooms and fit neatly into corners, out of the way.

The Ravak Avocado Space-saving Corner Bath has an asymmetrical design which is great for more compact bathrooms.

The popular Ravak Avocado Space-saving Corner Bath and Panel is a perfect example of this and has a single end for sitting, along with a bath panel which comes included. Again, the white gloss acrylic means this is an incredibly durable model which has a fresh appearance and will complement any décor.

Regardless of your space, when it comes to creating the perfect bathroom on a budget, there’s no need to miss out on style and character simply because you have less square footage. In fact, once you look at what’s available, you’ll realise that, with a little bit of creativity and some inspired designs, even the smallest space can be transformed into a chic, modern bathroom that’s both practical and stylish.

For more ideas about how to update your smaller bathroom on a budget, just call into one of our showrooms and chat to one of our team. Alternatively, email us at info@bathshack.com or call (028) 9077 0188. We’re always happy to help!