Renovating your bathroom doesn’t take a look of time, but it’s one of those things that will both make you feel great about your home and add a significant chunk of value to it.

To help you get your bathroom looking great this year, take a look at the 5 tips below:

1) Make The Most Of Technology

Traditionally, electricity and water have never mixed well, so tech is always something that’s been left out of bathroom designs. However, what would go better with a long, relaxing bath than a TV and speaker set? Mirrored TV technology means that you can install your set anywhere – on a wall, behind artwork – you name it. So, get creative and bring electronics into your bathroom.

2) Draw Inspiration From Outside

Nature has always been a primary influence in home design and it’s continuing to grow in popularity. Botanical, foresty colour schemes are in right now, so consider throwing a coat of paint on the walls and breathing fresh air into your bathroom with a mix of creams, greens and organic materials.

3) Create The Illusion Of Extra Space

Glass splash-backs have become hugely popular in kitchen design, and people are now starting to bring them into bathrooms, too. For an instant uplift, try deep greens and blues, or for a more gentle, relaxed palettes, look at installing a range of pastel colours.

4) Simple Is Best

Too many deep, rich design ideas can make a bathroom feel cluttered. So, if you’re working with a smaller space, the “less is more” approach might be your best bet. Consider walk-in showers, concrete finishes and vanity units with space for out-of-sight storage below.

5) Set The Tone With A New Coat Of Paint

If you’re looking for an affordable way to give your bathroom an instant uplift, paint could be the answer. Clean and fresh colours such as light blues and greens leave a broad amount of options for developing a more detailed colour scheme, and they also give the illusion of extra space.

If your old tiles and fittings need updating but your budget doesn’t allow for it, consider painting over them, too. however, remember to use a surface sealer to combat any glossy finishes and make sure the paint bonds well.

Also make sure you use a paint suitable for bathrooms, as with the humidity, you’ll need to take precautions to prevent mould growth.