Transform your bathroom in 15 simple (and brilliant) steps

Change your light fitting for an LED mirror and your powder room will gain in modernity, with a backlit mirror or integrated spotlights. These provide soft, natural (daylight), shadow-free lighting, ideal for make-up, shaving and styling. Choose one that’s anti-fog and dimmable.

Decorative and functional, the floating shelf is simply mounted on the wall, with no visible fixings. It will help you organize the storage of your products and accessories, while freeing up floor space. Choose wood, metal or plastic to match the style that best suits your bathroom.

For even greater comfort after your bath or shower, consider a heated towel rail. What could be more comforting than wrapping yourself in a warm, dry towel in pleasant warmth? The electric model is energy-efficient, so use it as an auxiliary heater in certain cases.

It’s one of the cleverest space-saving solutions for drying one or more towels. Thanks to its sliding system, it can be extended if necessary. Usually placed next to or under the washbasin, it can also be fixed to a bathroom cabinet.

For an old-fashioned shower without flooding the bathroom, a fabric shower curtain is a must. What’s more, its elegance will embellish your room and give it a new lease of life. Often made from polyester, cotton or linen, it’s easy to clean in the washing machine: that’s its main advantage.

Of course, everyone is always sensitive to aesthetics when it comes to installing a mobile showerhead or a fixed showerhead. These days, it’s the number of jets that most concerns today’s buyers. From rainfall jets to massaging jets, the search for spa-like sensations and benefits has become a must.

This is the most ingenious and inexpensive way to give your bathroom furniture a new lease of life. Whatever style you choose, match it to the size of the room and the rest of the accessories. For a contemporary look, opt for sleek handles in stainless steel or chrome, with matte or satin finishes.

Their strong point: they’re practical, as they can be quickly installed on a variety of supports without drilling holes in the wall, while adhering securely. They’re perfect for hanging towels and accessories, while keeping them close at hand. What’s more, they free up circulation space and can be installed at a height suited to each member of the family.

Contrary to popular belief, the bathroom is a suitable space for certain green plants. Boston fern and orchids, for example, are able to adapt to its humid, low-light atmosphere. They provide services such as purifying and improving air quality, and creating a de-stressing atmosphere.

Easy to mount on the wall, it replaces the traditional soap dish that usually clutters the washbasin. More hygienic and functional, it reduces waste thanks to its dosing pump and can even be used to hold hydro-alcoholic gel. Choose from a range of colors (neutral or more vivid), materials (ceramic, glass, stainless steel), shapes (round, rectangular…) and finishes (brushed, matte, gloss…).

You may think that this decorating accessory is pointless, but it actually ensures safety by preventing slips. Children and the elderly in particular will thank you. Not to mention that it adds a warm touch to the room, to be chosen from a beautiful palette of colors, patterns and materials.

By masking the bathroom window, you protect it from outside view and guarantee the privacy of each occupant. Adhesive film or frosted glass are designed to let natural light through. Transparent films, plain or patterned, are simpler to install and reusable, while glass is more robust and durable.

The idea is to add the sense of smell to the other senses to intensify the relaxing ambience of a bath or shower. Choose from cold mist diffusers, nebulizers or shower diffusers. Essential oils such as lavender or eucalyptus are renowned for their soothing and purifying properties.

These containers are perfect for storing personal products in a harmonious way. They avoid cluttering the sink and giving the impression of clutter. Buy beautiful baskets in natural materials such as wood, wicker or metal and place them on floating shelves or in cupboards.

If you’re in the mood for change without renovation, think about the color that will renew the look of your bathroom. Since colors and tastes are not up for discussion, opt for your favorite color. But remember, neutral and light colors are supposed to bring calm and freshness to a room…