Electric.ie September/October Edition

54 ELECTRIC.IE • The Magazine & Website for the Irish Electrical Industry • I f you think reinventing your bathroom is only for those that can splash the cash, think again. You don’t need to spend thousands to transform your space with Rointe’s affordable tips to upgrade your bathroom on a budget. Sparkle And Shine The rst step to refresh your bathroom is exactly that… refresh it! It may sound easy, but spend some time deep cleaning, rather than just a wipe around the sink. Scrub your grouting and tiles, wipe all surfaces and polish your oors. Go through your bath and beauty products to get rid of old shampoo and soap bar remnants freeing up valuable space. By detoxing your bathroom top to bottom, you will instantly see a bigger, brighter and fresher space. Change It Up Upgrade your xtures and ttings, like taps. It’s an inexpensive way to give your bath a lift. You could go for a vintage feel or ultra-modern chrome, depending on your tastes. Change your shower curtain or replace your shower screen. Over time, they fade and are a magnet for grime. Consider a new lighting xture to let your bathroom shine. A new mirror will also bring light and space to a small bathroom. A large mirror above the bath can be all it takes to make your bathroom look large and the cost shouldn’t need to be too much. ‒ Live more efficiently with smart Rointe bathroom products that save time, money and energy. Time To Breathe Your bathroom is especially susceptible to mould and damp due to steamy, humid air from showers and baths. Make sure that windows can be opened fully by decluttering the windowsill. If not, or if there is no window, install a powerful extractor fan. Plants literally breathe a new lease of life into any room so opt for some greenery. Most plants thrive in a bathroom, but we recommend succulents like aloe vera. Not only do they look great but don’t need much watering. If you don’t have a green thumb, opt for arti cial plants that will still add a natural touch. Smart bathrooms tips and solutions from Rointe Rointe Add A Touch Of Colour Colour is a great way to reinvent any room in your home and there are many ways to introduce it in your bathroom. If you are feeling brave, then repaint walls in fresh colours like duck egg to brighten and add more light. New towels and bath mats in bold colours are a great addition without any DIY. It’s a cheap and easy way to upgrade a bathroom. Don’t be afraid to mix and match different shades or prints. New tiles are always at the top of the list but can be an arduous and expensive task to accomplish. Tile stickers are a great way to revamp your space, without the cost or work.