Many people will say the kitchen is the heart of the home, but the bathroom is where people truly want to relax. A small bathroom makeover can turn a “blah” space into a spa space with just a few creative touches that are often overlooked. Let’s help get you on your way to the luxurious, calming, and peaceful sanctuary you never thought you could achieve!
In this article, we’ll talk about a component of a dream bathroom that many people don’t think about until they see it and realize they must have it: wainscoting. Whatever your level of makeover skill – from beginner to seasoned DIY enthusiast, someone just collecting ideas for a future bathroom makeover, or you’re a construction professional – we hope you’ll take a first, and then a second look at Plastpro’s reversible wainscoting.
What is wainscoting? Keep reading to learn more about how this one product can help you elevate your bathroom aesthetics while keeping your budget and timeline intact.
Elevating Your Bathroom Aesthetics
Let’s face it. We spend a lot of time in our bathroom. We see it first thing in the morning and right before we head to bed. We’re often in a hurry when we’re in there, but what if we enjoyed the space more? What if it made us feel relaxed and less prone to stress at two of the most important times of the day? What would that take?
A functional but beautiful bathroom design can impact your daily life, so taking the extra time to put it together with components that are visually appealing while solving problems is everything.
Designing your small bathroom can pose additional challenges, which means that even the small things matter. Where to hang your bathrobe, if your drawers will close quietly or wake up your spouse who gets to sleep later, if the mirror edges match your hardware – or if your materials will withstand the heat and moisture that inevitably happens, even with the best bathroom fan. (And don’t forget that when you put together your must-have list!)
Ultimately many endeavor to make their bathroom a Spa-like space, but how can this be achieved? A color palette that blends, from floor to ceiling. Lighting that gives you the brightness needed to shave or apply makeup but can be muted for bathing. Flooring that matches your style needs while being safe to walk on. Add some shelves to hold greenery, rolled-up towels, or your collection of bath add-ins, and you’re getting there. Even when you’re getting ready in a hurry, you’ll be happier when surrounded by your favorite colors and open space without the clutter.
The Power of Plastpro's Reversible Wainscoting
When it comes to choosing the colors for your walls or if you perhaps want to add wallpaper, look at wainscoting first. It is a reversible panel you adhere to your walls, adding texture and color while preventing moisture problems that you may experience with wallpaper or even paint. They are a low-maintenance trim option that can add height to your small bathroom or break up a tall wall if your bathroom is large. It allows you to customize your room while not spending a lot of extra money or adding much time to your project. It’s also an addition that can be done in small chunks, so you only have to buy what you need at the time.
Moisture-Resistant Materials
A common problem with bathrooms, particularly small bathrooms, is mold and mildew. It can build up on ceilings, corners, along the baseboards, and even in random spots on the wall where the moisture is particularly heavy. If you have children, they are often messy while bathing, making the walls part of the splash zone. Plastpro’s reversible wainscoting is made from high-strength PVC and prevents damage to your wall. Its durability makes it the perfect choice for a high-humidity environment. Learn more about the difference between traditional wood and PVC planks in this informative article on the Plastpro blog.
Versatile Reversible Designs
Whatever décor you’re seeking, Plastpro’s PVC wall planks will have something to suit the overall look. It’s all customizable and can go virtually anywhere you want to jazz up the space. Formal or informal, it comes pre-grooved and pre-finished for easy installation. If you’re going for a slightly different look than the typical height, these wall planks can be cut or stacked to fit wherever you want to place them.
Design Inspirations for Bathroom Makeovers
With many homeowners turning towards freestanding tubs, wainscoting is popular around the freestanding tub space. It doesn’t require much space to install and can entirely change the view from your bubble bath. Other ideas are to wrap one accent wall with the wall planks, or even extend them around a corner into an en suite. If you have an unusual or small section of wall visible in your bathroom, it can be a good place to add wainscoting. The panels also work well around a pedestal sink.
Modernizing a Small Bathroom: Make the Most of Your Space
The wainscoting of today is nothing like the old schoolroom look of decades past. Today’s materials add texture to an otherwise bland wall, allowing you to add pops of color or accents to expand or shrink a space. Shiplap became popular a few years back because it drew the eye away from one portion of the room and added some personality. Modern wainscoting does the same, but they come together a lot faster and can be edged in differing styles of materials. One common choice is to add wainscoting along the wall where a towel bar will hang, protecting the wall and dividing it at the same time. This comprehensive guide to elevating your home interior with Plastpro planking is a great read.
Small Bathroom Makeovers
When you start planning your bathroom design or redesign, consider the size first. Do you need to fill the space with vanities or perhaps a freestanding towel warmer or shelves? Or do you need to make the most of a compact square footage, utilizing items to provide storage for all your items while still making it a spa-like room?
Consider freestanding vanities that allow for customizable shelves internally, while deep drawers hold things that your vanity top size won’t allow. Keep your clutter out of sight and free up wall space for robe hooks or artwork that adds to your vibe. Another popular freestanding item is the external faucet for your bathtub. It allows you more freedom of where to place your bathtub and gives you one more way to customize the feel of the room. Speaking of customization, faucet hardware can be shiny or matte, small or large, tall or spread out, old-fashioned, or with clean, modern lines. Each one of these seemingly minor choices combines with the rest of your components to set the tone for your entire bathroom.
Wall Planks and PVC Planks
If you simply want your bathroom to stand out in a new way, or to a prospective buyer, PVC wall planks can be incorporated into any look you seek. Plastpro’s wainscoting really can work in any type of room, not just bathrooms. They even go well in sunrooms or enclosed patios where you may have a lot of plants or excess moisture. There’s no limit on where you can utilize these products.
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Plastpro: Your Partner in Design and Improvement
Building the luxurious bathroom of your dreams can be a long project, but take one thing off of your to-do list by buying reversible wainscoting and related accessories. Design that functional yet versatile bathroom you won’t want to leave in the morning and that will set the tone for a peaceful night. Plastpro wainscoting is one bathroom design decision that you won’t have to lose any sleep over.
