A lot of times we end up with a smaller bathroom than we would like. You have a toilet, shower, sink and counter all vying for limited space. It’s easy to overwhelm the room with all this large clunky clutter. There are a few tips for making small bathrooms look bigger though.

The first thing to consider is the paint scheme in the bathroom. Darker paint equals tighter space. Use white or light toned paints to brighten up the room and give the illusion of size.

Continuing on with the light toned theme consider buying light colored towels as well. They will still be just as functional but you won’t have the appearance of a heavy tapestry hanging off the wall and crowding the space.

Now consider how the bathroom is lit. Just like lighter colors brighten a room, the more light you have does the same thing. Install light fixtures that give off as much light as possible. You can get even more light into the room by using compact fluorescent bulbs instead of standard ones.  Not only do they use less energy but also they’re brighter!

The next thing you’ll want is to install mirrors. Go for the biggest mirror you can find that will still fit in the bathroom. Consider adding a mirror to multiple walls for increased depth perception.

Consider how cluttered the bathroom is. The more stuff that’s piled up on the bathroom counter the tighter in the room will feel. Invest in some bathroom organizers and you’ll be able to put everything in neat little packages.  This will give nice clean lines to the room and help make it appear larger than it actually is. Plus you have the added benefit of everything being organized.

These few tips can help make any closet sized bathroom appear larger than it already is. Don’t be afraid to get creative.