A bathroom is one of the most frequently utilized rooms in any home. But for kids, the bathroom needs to have a certain appeal and quality that makes it a pleasurable place to visit. After all, the bathroom is where kids have to undertake some tasks they tend to find unappealing. Brushing their teeth, taking baths, and combing their hair can feel like a chore to them. Below are a few design tips for planning a child-friendly bathroom renovation that your kids will love. 

3 Design Tips for a Kid-Friendly Bathroom

1. Make It Accessible

First and foremost, the new features in your bathroom renovation should be as accessible as possible for the little ones in your life. Install towel racks, hooks, shelving, and cabinetry at a lower level. Put large knobs on drawers, cupboards, and doors so they can grab hold of them. Hang a mirror at a height the child can see themselves in as they get ready. You can also design a special nook for a step stool so the child can access the regular mirror. Also, select a durable flooring that minimizes slippage. Vinyl, for instance, is totally waterproof. This will come in handy during those splashy baths.

2. Choose a Theme

If the bathroom has a fun atmosphere, a child will be much more comfortable in it. Choose bold color schemes in your child's favorite shades. In addition to paint or wallpaper, don't forget about colorful shower curtains, window treatments, rugs, and towels. If your child has a favorite cartoon character, animated movie, or animal, make that the running theme throughout the room. This can expand from the linens to the bath toys and wall art. Don't be afraid to get creative.

3. Install Standard Fixtures

Though it may be tempting to install kid-sized fixtures like a smaller toilet, tub, or sink, it's not a very practical solution. Children grow up quickly, and they could outgrow a kid-sized bathroom in just a few years. Then you're stuck with a tub the child no longer fits in and a toilet and sink they tower over. Plus, public bathrooms almost always have standard-sized fixtures. Installing these models in a child's bathroom at home prepares the kids for using the facilities when they're out and about.

When planning a child's bathroom renovation, trust the home remodeling experts at Premo & Son's Home Improvement. Serving property owners throughout New London County and Southeastern Connecticut, they provide a wide range of home improvement options. From kitchen and bath remodels to roof replacements, they are your reliable source for quality, affordable craftsmanship and service. Call (860) 770-2331 or visit them online to request an estimate.