Redecorating Kids Bathroom — Part II

Getting Started… Now is the time to make our hands dirty. Make sure that you take adequate precautions so as to keep injuries at bay. Take down the shower curtains, previous borders, cosmetics, toiletries, and other bathroom accessories. Keep these items in boxes outside the bathroom so that the paint drops don’t spoil them. Cover the floor with newspapers, start cleaning the walls, and remove the cobwebs and dust. Use sandpaper if necessary. With kids around, it should not take more than half an hour to get done with this.

 Applying the Paint. The fun part is here! Take the paint in a small bucket; add thinner especially if the consistency is too thick. Start by painting a single coat on the walls one after the other. Usually 2-3 coats should suffice. Don’t apply more than 4 coats as it may peel off sooner than you think. Moderation is the key here. Allow the paint to dry before applying the final coat. If you want, you may get the adhesive wallpaper border which is easier to apply.

 Modern Art! If you are artistic enough, get the stencils and carefully draw out the shapes at strategic places like just below the shower, near the windows, near the sink, above the door, etc. Fill them with color carefully. Place your kids accessories and knick-knacks according to the theme you have chosen. Don’t hesitate to involve your kids. All they need is clear-cut instructions as to how to go about it. Your lovely bathroom for children is all set and complete!

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Redecorating Kids Bathroom – Part I

Every kid complains when he is taking a bath and cleaning up. Having a dull bathroom with the soaps and the brush can make any kid gripe in frustration. If you could make over that drab bathroom and make it into a fun place, your kids can actually have a great time! Yes, it is very much possible to accomplish this feat. You can actually do this by yourself and involve your kids in the whole event.

 Plan Beforehand. A solid plan at hand as to how you want the bathroom to look like. For example, what kind of theme would you be following, what colors would you like to use, what wall-papers would you use, etc. should be decided beforehand. Organizing is the keyword here and if you have helping hands, delegate some responsibility to them also.

 Shop Hopping. It is time to hit the stores and get what you require. This includes paints, glue, stencils, clip-art knick-knacks, wallpaper, brush, etc. Let your kid be involved with this.

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Bathroom Floors

In colder climates, one of the most lavish treatments you can give your bathroom flooring is the heated tile. It is available in almost all kinds – ceramic, slate, granite, and stone tiles. In choosing from the varied selection, it is best to note down the texture and tile dimensions. For some people, they choose to make use of carpets, hard wood and linoleum for their floors. With this type of flooring, the criteria to consider would be the durability based on usage frequency. The bathroom is most used area of your house therefore the need for something long lasting would be the main concern.

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Bathroom Tips From The Experts

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There are a number of tips which can make your bathroom remodeling a totally enjoyable experience. Consider these:

• Include a simple yet elegant detail such as a bathroom shelf along one of the walls to display bathroom pictures or collectible items such as porcelain figurines or bathroom plants.

• Use antique bowls or mugs with pretty things such as tiny, scented soaps or bath salts.

• Add bathroom accessories and accents such as a wall light or a low-voltage strip of lights along the wall tiles. Continue reading »

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Color It Nice

Using warm colored floors will give your bathroom the softening effect that offsets the cool looks of fixtures. Paint your walls a warm color to counteract the coldness of the flooring and porcelain fixtures, if you are using some. You might wonder why worry about the bathroom colors too much when it’s not always seen by people who come and visit your house? Well, colors can greatly affect the human psyche, it induces feeling and sets the mood. It is very important to find out what color calms your mood. Most people stay with earth tones as they bring in texture for visual interest.

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How to prevent falls in the bathroom?

If you are going to renovate or remodel your bathroom, be aware of the accidents that could happen inside especially when there is a handicapped in the family. To prevent falls, consider putting a shower instead of a bath tub, but make sure that the shower low threshold so someone with limited agility can get in and out easily. Ideally, the shower should be able to accommodate a wheel chair. It is also better to install a hand-held shower to make bathing convenient for them. Choose a floor surface that doesn’t get too slippery when wet. Never trust your instinct that the supplier is giving you the best product, always ask for samples for you to see.

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