Tuesday, April 26, 2011

Bathroom Ideas For A Male

Everyone uses bathrooms, but men have a reputation for not using them well. But with some effort and some creativity, there are lots of ways to spruce up a guy's bathroom and make it a great space..








Cleanliness


No one really wants to use a dirty bathroom, so the first step is always to clean. Get a good all-purpose bathroom cleaner, sponges, gloves and a toilet brush. A good cleanser for any grout or build-up in your shower or bathtub is also a must.


Fixtures


Shaving usually takes a good amount of equipment so make sure to have space for it. A good vanity should have enough space to store most of your things and will make the whole room look less cluttered. Hang the vanity at about eye level and make sure to leave a good amount of space between it and the sink, so the room doesn't feel cramped. For fixtures, nothing beats white porcelain for the basin and brushed stainless steel for the faucet: simple and elegant.


Design


Tile is always a good idea for the floor, as it is water-resistant. Alternating black and white tiles can give a sleek, classic look, or lightly colored beige tiles will set a neutral tone. If you have the option of designing the walls, wood paneling can lend the room a rugged air. If you're going with a plaster or stucco wall, consider soothing colors like blue, light green or yellow.








Accessories


Even though your floor is hopefully waterproof, a shower mat can keep water from getting everywhere and protect your feet from cold tiles. A little bench storage box can be good to put clothes in to prevent a mess, or you can use it to store towels. Towel racks are essential, and you can even get a heated one for the ultimate comfort. When picking out other things to have in the bathroom use your own sense of style, but a restrained sleek look (think brushed steel and dark colors) can make you look put together. A good shower nozzle is key: not too high pressure, good water output, and a detachable head can make cleaning easy. Gadgets are great (nose hair trimmers, hair dryer, etc.) but make sure you have enough room to store them. And always stock enough toilet paper and soap.

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