Bathroom under the stairs - overcome this challenge with us!
In many two-story houses and apartments, there is unused space under the stairs. Quite often, it serves as a storage room or pantry. Why not, however, set up a fully functional toilet with a toilet bowl, sink, and even a shower cubicle there? Is a bathroom under the stairs a good interior design solution? Let's think about it!
Small bathroom under the stairs - for whom?
A toilet under the stairs seems like a challenging task due to the lack of a window, limited space, and the presence of slants. However, nothing is impossible today. In such a miniature room, you can fit not only a toilet but also a compact bathtub or shower. Thanks to appropriate interior design solutions, you will maximize the available space, creating a place where you can perform basic hygienic activities.
A toilet under the stairs is a good idea for a family with several members. It helps to reduce the waiting time for the toilet, especially in the morning and evening. A sanitary room streamlines daily activities, especially if there are small children living in the house. A small bathroom under the stairs works great on the ground floor, right next to the kitchen and living room. Your guests can use it without having to go upstairs.
You must know that a small WC under the stairs will not be one of those spacious rooms where you can easily fit a bidet, bathtub, shower, and a sink cabinet. You must know that you will have to give up some furniture and appliances. Despite your best efforts, there may not be enough space for a washing machine, clothes dryer, or towel cupboard. It will not, however, significantly affect the functionality of the room. If you don't want the slants under the stairs to be left unused, turning them into a bathroom will be the best solution.
Bathroom under the stairs - room arrangements and layout
Have you decided to have a small bathroom under the stairs in your home? Start the arrangement of this room by precisely measuring the room and drawing a detailed plan. This will make it easier for you to determine the number and layout of equipment you can afford. Remember that fixtures and fittings should be placed along the walls so that the small bathroom under the stairs has an empty center. This will make the room look optically larger than it actually is. You will also avoid the clutter effect.
When choosing the placement of individual fixture elements, start with the bathtub or shower. A bathroom bathtub does not require much height but needs more floor space. A shower, on the other hand, does not require much floor space, but you must have adequate wall height. Be sure to install both so that you have complete freedom of movement. It is best to place the bathtub and shower in the highest areas – where there is no slant. Make sure that when standing upright, you do not hit your head on the ceiling.
Next to the shower or bathtub, place a sink with a mirror. Install the toilet itself (with or without a bidet) on the opposite wall. When arranging a bathroom under the stairs, do not forget about basic furnishings. Besides the cabinet under the sink, you will also need other furniture. Since a toilet under the stairs does not have much space for freestanding pillars and shelves, hanging cabinets will be the best choice. Inside them, you can arrange detergents or other hygiene accessories.
Do not forget about a mirror. W in small rooms, it is the glass surface that visually enlarges the space. We particularly recommend frameless mirrors, which add lightness to the room. The mirror surface can hang above the sink or be mounted along the entire length of the free wall. It is this piece of equipment that will add a modern and original look to the bathroom under the stairs.
Bathroom under the stairs – color scheme and finishing materials
A bathroom under the stairs is a place with limited space, which sometimes feels too overwhelming. Therefore, it is worth using an appropriate set of colors that will brighten the interior and give it the desired spaciousness and lightness. Undoubtedly, light colors in the form of gloss wall tiles from Raw Decor will work well here. Here are a few suggestions worth paying special attention to.
Constellation White Tile for glamour bathrooms
Tile Constellation White Gloss in gloss is available in sheets. Each sheet contains individual mosaic tiles placed on a plastic mesh. The mosaic serves not only a decorative but also a protective function. It effectively protects walls from dirt and moisture. The white gloss tile is a perfect match for interiors in the glamour style. You can pair it with golden accessories and lighting.
Diamond Art Deco tile for modern interiors
A small toilet under the stairs can sparkle with shades of beige, brown, and black. This is possible thanks to the use of the Tile Diamond Art Deco Gloss. The mosaic, consisting of multicolored sheets, will look great in a modern bathroom among wooden shelves and hanging cabinets. You can install it point-wise or decorate the entire free wall. The decoration reflects sunlight perfectly and is easy to keep clean.
Matte Arabesque tile in oriental style
Or maybe you dream of a bathroom under the stairs in oriental style? Tile Arabesque Large Light Grey Glossis a European answer to the interest in decorations from the Far East. Due to its unique shape, it attracts attention and fits perfectly with wicker accessories and bathroom furniture with flowing shapes. You can emphasize its advantages by placing a rope rug in the toilet.
When choosing tiles for a small bathroom under the stairs, opt for light colors. White, delicate beiges, subtle pastels, and diluted grays will be ideal. It's best if the shades are kept in a similar tone, then the whole will look extremely harmonious.
Or perhaps you are a fan of dark and deep colors, but you are afraid that they will look gloomy in the bathroom under the stairs? That's not true! Just experiment a little with the color arrangement. Darker tiles like the Tile Constellation Cobalt Blue Gloss can be introduced in fragments (around the shower, bathtub, or sink). Hang an elegant wall lamp above them to further emphasize their color and texture.
Bathroom under the stairs – not as scary as you think!
A small bathroom under the stairs can rarely boast a large size and a high ceiling. Most often it is a low, small, and cramped room. Taking into account our advice above, you can create a functional and nice interior even in a very limited space. Focus on radical minimalism and concentrate only on the most needed fixtures. In addition, place glossy tiles from Raw Decor in light shades on the wall. Color monochromaticity and the introduction of fresh accents – this is what you should focus on when arranging the bathroom under the stairs. We guarantee that the final effect will surprise both you, the rest of the household members, and your guests.
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