4 Steps to a Modern Bathroom: Advice for Buyers
In 2020, a modern bathroom interior is distinguished both by the design of the sanitary fixtures and by their arrangement. Spaciousness and open space are not merely fashion trends—they are also characteristics of a functional, comfortable bathroom. Achieving this effect is easier in a large room, but small bathrooms can also be modernized.
Every online sanitary-ware store offers hundreds of products, but how can you identify truly modern solutions in such a vast range? Read about the secrets of a modern bathroom in this article!
Built-in Washbasin
A standard bathroom washbasin is installed against the wall, but this practice has its drawbacks. First of all, the shape of the washbasin often prevents it from being fitted flush against the wall, while gaps between the sanitary fixture and the wall significantly detract from the overall appearance of the bathroom. Secondly, standard washbasins look monotonous, so it is better to choose other solutions for a modern design. A modern bathroom washbasin can be:
built into the countertop. This type of washbasin seems to merge with the countertop, creating a smooth monolith. A countertop-integrated washbasin is easier to clean and is one of the optimal options for small rooms;
installed on the countertop. Large oval and rectangular washbasins add a retro touch to the bathroom, while modern shapes and impeccable sanitary-fixture quality meet the standards of the 21st century.
The washbasin and countertop can be purchased either in matching or contrasting colours—in both cases, the result will be pleasing to the eye.
Wall-Hung Toilet
A modern bathroom is spacious and not overcrowded with sanitary fixtures and furniture. But how can you achieve this effect when the toilet takes up a large part of the room? The toilet’s dimensions are a challenge for owners of small bathrooms, but this bathroom element can also be adapted to new requirements.
In recent years, the trend has been to hang rather than place on the floor both bathroom furniture and sanitary fixtures—including the toilet. This type of toilet has no bulky floor support, as it is attached to the wall. Wall-hung toilets free up space and make it look visually larger, while also making it easier to clean the floor and maintain hygiene in the bathroom.
Freestanding Bathtub
In a modern apartment, a bathtub is no longer a given, but a relaxing bath after a working day or at the weekend is important to many people. If you also enjoy bathing, choose your bathtub carefully:
corner bathtubs look luxurious, but only in a spacious room. In a small bathroom, they “eat up” space and overshadow the other interior details;
rectangular and oval bathtubs are a more suitable solution for a modern interior. For the best result, choose bathtubs that can be placed directly on the floor rather than on feet.
Minimalist Shower Enclosure
The fewer corners and raised surfaces there are in a bathroom, the better—this principle also applies to shower enclosures. In a modern shower enclosure, the shower tray is barely noticeable, while the walls are thin and transparent. An ultramodern design is not an advantage exclusive to expensive sanitary fixtures, as even inexpensive shower enclosures are now available in modern shapes.
Massage shower enclosures are still quite bulky, but they are worth installing only in a spacious room. In a small bathroom, a minimalist shower enclosure with corner walls will look good. Shower curtains, however, would be out of place in a modern bathroom—they contrast with the geometry of clean forms and disrupt the impression of a unified interior.
Everything You Need in One Place
Modern sanitary fixtures and bathroom accessories are now available not only in specialist shops but also online. The Baltic region’s largest online sanitary-ware store, 1a.lv, offers all sanitary-ware categories in both the economy and luxury price segments. Buyers can choose from several delivery options, leasing opportunities, and a convenient product selection and comparison system.
Visit the store’s website and modernize your bathroom with 1a.lv’s help!
