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"Golden Tips" for Selecting Sanitary Ware and Tiles for Small Bathrooms

09/06/2018

The bathroom has evolved into a magnificent space where you can freely design using a combination of materials, from tiles and sanitary ware to interior accessories. But does your bathroom have sufficient dimensions? Nowadays, most apartment bathrooms have a compact footprint yet must accommodate numerous daily personal items.

Beyond basic functionality, the role of the bathroom is increasingly vital as a sanctuary for relaxation and enjoying moments of complete comfort. To achieve this, the design and layout of the bathroom are essential—from the overall configuration, equipment, and dominant color scheme to the tile patterns—all require careful attention. The following article introduces how to select bathroom fixtures and arrange layouts based on room size. Let’s explore these design secrets for specific areas to choose the most suitable and aesthetic sanitary ware and tiles.

Selecting Sanitary Ware and Tiles for Small Spaces

You no longer need to struggle with arrangement and layout decisions to make your small bathroom feel airy while remaining fully functional. The following suggestions will help you achieve just that.

Choose the Suitable Washbasin Size

There are many types of washbasins available. While homeowners today often prefer countertop styles fitting modern design trends, limitations in space lead many to choose wall-mounted washbasins. Considered a smart choice for saving space, you can fully utilize the area beneath the basin to install another fixture or leave it empty to create a sense of spaciousness and openness. A wall-mounted washbasin is not only compact and convenient but also brings a fresh and unconventional look to your bathroom.

Villeroy & Boch O.novo Under-counter Washbasin

Villeroy & Boch Architectura Wall-mounted Washbasin

Bathtub/Shower

With limited space, small bathrooms present more layout challenges and only allow for specific suitable products. Choose a combination of a bathtub and shower in the same zone if you wish to use both. Instead of positioning the showerhead along the width of the tub, try placing it lengthwise against the wall to evoke a sense of luxury. Additionally, you can use dark-colored tiles around the bathtub to create a contrasting focal point for the room.

Alternatively, in a narrow space, you can install a shower instead of a bathtub to save area. Options include wall-mounted hand showers or ceiling-mounted showers. Fixed showerheads are excellent choices for small bathing areas. The angle of the showerhead can be adjusted to direct water to the most comfortable position. To optimize bathroom design area, choose a ceiling-mounted showerhead; unlike a fixed head attached to the wall—either directly or via a shower arm—the positioning of your shower will not be restricted.

Toilet

In small restroom designs, priority is often given to installing the toilet in the corner to save space. Furthermore, you should limit placing items around it to avoid a cluttered, cramped feeling and to ensure hygiene.

Additionally, selecting a wall-hung toilet with a concealed cistern and in-wall piping system will make the room appear tidier. Simultaneously, the modern, convenient design of this toilet type delivers a positive visual effect for your space.

Villeroy & Boch ViClean-L Wall-hung Toilet – Luxurious and Elegant

Recessed Niche (Shower Niche)

One of the excellent suggestions for creating beautiful bathroom designs in limited spaces is utilizing wall area to create shower niches. A great alternative to standard shelves, a niche is recessed into the wall. It is perfect for placing all bath essentials, capable of holding shampoo, conditioner, and necessities without "encroaching" on your showering space.

Bathroom Collection from Villeroy & Boch

Wall-Hung Cabinet

For a small room, utilizing wall-mounted designs is a top choice. You can design a small wooden cabinet of moderate size to display cute vintage accessories or store a few personal items. If you want to be even more creative, you can decorate the wall background attached to the cabinet with other decorative patterns to add prominence and create a focal point for the whole room—simple but by no means monotonous.

A Large Mirror

Investing in a large mirror for your bathroom offers significant benefits. Not only are large mirrors ideal for practical purposes, but they also help create a sense of airiness, making the bathroom appear more beautiful and luxurious. Thanks to its light-reflecting capability, a large mirror can make even the smallest bathrooms look significantly more expansive.

Villeroy & Boch Versatile Mirror Cabinet

Bathroom Tiles

Although these are not rigid rules, the following tiling principles will help deliver a modern bathroom space.

Your bathroom tiles do not necessarily have to use identical color patterns throughout. You can tile the side of the bathtub and the adjacent wall with the same tile color to make the bathroom space appear larger. Marble tiles are an excellent choice as they provide a seamless, monolithic look.

Using natural stone-look tiles in the bathroom creates a spa-like atmosphere and a sense of spaciousness. If natural stone-look tiles feel too neutral, you can combine them with bold-colored interiors such as towels, shelves, and bathroom accessories.

If you are planning to renovate, refurbish, or refresh your bathroom, take a look at products from Vietceramics. We provide a full range of bathtubs, toilets, washbasins, and tiles. We are always ready to provide information and dedicated, detailed consultation on the best tiles, sanitary ware, and bathroom accessories.

You can learn more about the latest bathroom fixtures and tiles at the 2 new Vietceramics Bath & Tiles Studios as well as other showrooms nationwide.

HCM - Song Hanh Showroom Address:

65 Song Hanh, An Phu Ward, District 2, Ho Chi Minh City.

Hanoi - Nguyen Khanh Toan Showroom Address:

15B1 Nguyen Khanh Toan, Quan Hoa Ward, Cau Giay District, Hanoi.