Bathroom refreshes can be simple or elaborate, but are always a good idea since they not only lift the value of your home but, even more importantly, they make a huge positive impact on your daily life. Your bathroom should be relaxing and rejuvinating. It should be easy to clean and maintain, and provide you with a feeling of comfort and ease. But there is one more thing to consider if you’re planning a bathroom refresh: it should also be healthy and eco-friendly.
This is a room that can make a significant impact on the health of the planet along with your own health, so be sure to keep water-efficiency and low-impact materials in mind. Desigining a bathroom sustainably doesn’t have to be expensive or complicated. There are a few essential elements to include to be eco-friendly, plus a few other organic items that will make your space pretty and healthy.
I promise you’ll feel better all around.
Here are the essential elements to consider including when designing (or redesigning) your next bathroom refresh.
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3. Trim out your frameless vanity mirror with reclaimed barnboard or other warm wood.
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5. Use your existing vanity if possible by simply painting it out or perhaps getting a new countertop. But if you need something new, look for a piece of vintage furniture at flea markets and antique sales. An old dresser works so well for a vanity and looks so much better than a standard big box version.
6. I highly suggest a white, off-white, or misty gray-blue or grey-green for your bathroom. It creates a soothing, spa-like feel that’s restful to your eyes and mind.
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9. A big, colourful, natural-fibre basket is perfect for holding toilet paper and saving you buying a new toilet paper hanger and cluttering up your walls. This beautiful basket is from
10. Add a plant to your bathroom to help keep the air fresh and the atmosphere warm and welcoming.
11. Delight your senses with an open jar of handmade organic soaps. They smell wonderful and its a great way to store your everyday soaps – you’ll easily be able to grab one when you need it and also see when you’re running low and need to re-stock.
12. Your flooring should be eco-friendly and healthy in the bathroom. It’s not a large area to cover, so spending just a little extra on eco-materials is worth it. And forgoing vinyl, which can off-gas for 5 years, will protect your health. One options is this lovely
13. Use reclaimed wood, copper pipe or other material as wall hooks for towels. These cute ones are from fmcdesign on Etsy.
Friends, don’t get overwhelmed when considering making your bathroom eco-friendly. If you’re on a tight budget, start with something simple like switching your shower curtain and adding a plant. Then, swap your shower head to low-flow. When it comes time to upgrade, a dual-flow toilet is a must. Check out this post on
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