Small Bathroom Ideas

The average bathroom in the UK is a mere 2 metres by 3 metres.
If you have a small bathroom, you should use bright and bold colours and designs in your flooring for a spacious effect.

If you have a small bathroom, you should use eye-catching shades on the walls that immediately draw your attention away from the small element of the room.

With new builds and terrace houses becoming a popular purchase over recent years, the average bathroom in the UK is a mere 2 metres by 3 metres. With little space, creating an aesthetically pleasing bathroom that functions to your liking can be tricky.

That’s why we have put together a range of small bathroom ideas to help you create the illusion of space in one of the most compact rooms in your house. Our design consultants have been trained to help you maximise your space by recommending tailored products, designed specifically to save you space.

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Bitesize baths

We have a range of short and small footprint baths available, meaning you don’t have to sacrifice that lovely long soak just because you have a small bathroom. Our compact baths still allow you to relax and unwind while still being able to utilise the rest of the space in your bathroom. We recommend that you opt for lengths of 1500mm or less.

Shower baths

Similarly, you can save space by combining your shower and bath. Choose a shower bath that allows extra width for a comfortable overhead shower, and add a bath screen to keep the water where it's meant to be. We have several sleek designs available so that you can continue to inject character into your space.

Wall hung furniture

Don’t have the room for cabinets? Give the illusion of more space and create some much-needed storage in a small bathroom by fitting wall-hung furniture and pottery. Whether it's towel radiator or floating shelves, by leaving the floor clear your room will immediately appear larger.

Smart use of lighting

Lighting can create the illusion of smaller bathrooms feeling larger, so you should think carefully about what you want and where. A great option is downlights which provide bright lighting that opens up a space. There is also the use of LED mirrors which not only incorporate additional lighting into a bathroom but they reflect other lights, immediately brightening your room.

Bi-folding shower doors

Shower enclosures are another great small bathroom idea, perfect for rooms that don’t have the ample space for a bath. You can even try installing a bi-fold door on your enclosure which will allow you to place the shower in any position without having to worry about obstructions.

Bold colour

People often assume that using light colours in a room creates a bright and spacious effect, but by being bold with your colour choices, you’ll soon reap the rewards. How? Visitors will instantly focus on the colour palette and patterns used in a small bathroom instead of the lack of space. You can even try using patterned tiles on the floor to give the illusion of more floor space.

What is the best flooring for a small bathroom?

As mentioned above, we recommend using bright and bold colours and designs in your flooring, this will take the focus away from the small element to the space.

What is the best paint colour for a small bathroom?

Similarly, we recommend using eye-catching shades that immediately draw your attention. On the other hand, a bright white can also work well for opening up the space.

We hope our small bathroom ideas have given you enough inspiration to maximise the space in yours. For even more direction, explore our bathroom trends which will guide you in transforming your bathroom.