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The 1920s saw the boom of the bathroom, as Brits began to bathe not only weekly but several times a week or even daily! In the wake of the First World War, personal cleanliness became increasingly important and this led to the bathroom becoming one of the most important rooms in the home. Homeowners began to view the bathroom as not only functionally important, but something that should be modelled and decorated impressively. Let’s take a look at 1920s bathrooms and why many homeowners are still opting for these vintage bathrooms.

Size Matters?

1920s bathrooms were, for the most part, fairly small, often no more than 6′ x 10′. Homes of the rich and famous could be very grandiose, with enough space for a dressing table or even a chandelier, but most people in the lower and middle classes had to suffice with a smaller, more compact bathroom. In order to save space, built-in closets were a common feature, and were there to store linen and towels as well as other bathroom accessories such as cleaning products.

Wall Finishes

1920s bathrooms were often finished in tile and one of the most popular wall finishes was tan plaster with majolica tiles around the mirror frame and bathtub. Tile was used extensively due it being hygienic and easy to keep clean. Wallpaper was used in panel installations and printed wallpaper murals were a popular choice for homeowners who wanted a modest design solution without the cost of hiring an artist. Wall murals were also a very popular design option.

Colour

Pre-1920s, all bathroom fixtures were white, but by the end of the decade, that limitation had been lifted and coloured fixtures began to appear in bathrooms all over the country. From soft pastels to dramatic blacks, colour was here and here to stay. The fact that colour was now being used widely in advertising printing may have helped bring colour to the British bathroom. New manufacturing processes meant that new colours were widely available and allowed homeowners to explore interior design options that were not previously available to them. The early ’20s saw a preference for neutral colours (ivory, beige), but later in the decade homeowners developed a love of bolder, more complex designs, which was likely influenced by the Art Deco movement that emerged from Europe in the mid-1920s.

Improper lighting in the bathroom can be a serious issue, just ask anyone who has tried to apply makeup in front of a dimly lit mirror. Of course, many homeowners are simply looking for a way to revamp the tired appearance of their bathroom. Thankfully, there are some simple steps you can take to make sure that any bathroom in your home is lit amply and properly, regardless of the style of fixture or bulbs being used. Keep in mind the following tips as you consider how to revamp your bathroom lighting.

Consider Room Sizes

How you go about retooling lighting in your bathroom will vary widely based on room size. Larger bathrooms call for more light and will generally allow a homeowner to be more creative. You may not need to change all the lighting fixtures or bulbs. Adding an additional light fixture may be the solution you need. However, if you have a small bathroom there is no reason to fret. There are many creative fixtures or small changes you can make to your current bathroom lighting to get it the way you would like it. Considering the room size simply means being realistic about the options you have for improved bathroom lighting.

Use Your Current Arrangement

Even as you begin the process of re-imagining the lighting in your bathroom, it is imperative that you take notes about what stands out as a positive in your current arrangement. Oftentimes, you will not need to give your bathroom lighting a complete overhaul to get the results you want. In fact, it is usually sufficient to simply tweak the lighting that you already have in your bathroom. The brightness of your bulbs maybe the only thing that needs to be adjusted and not your fixtures themselves.

Decide On Style

Style should be among the chief concerns you have when deciding how to get the perfect bathroom lighting. Selecting from the numerous options you have for styles of lighting makes for some difficult decisions. Since you will likely be living with your decision for a while, it is usually best to take a few days and think it over. The space-age design that looks good today may seem impractical and garish tomorrow. Also keep in mind that the style you decide on should compliment the rest of the home. You don’t want to walk in to a darker bathroom if your hallway has bright lighting. If you find that your eyes are having a hard time adjusting you may need to tweak the lighting you are using.

Ask yourself; when was the last time you spruced up your bedroom’s look? The majority of our day is spent out and about so people often forget the fact that a minimum of 8 hours a day is spent in our bedrooms whilst we sleep; that amounts to a third of our entire lives. When it comes to decorating a house, the bedroom is usually the last room to be considered. This is often due to the fact that it is not deemed an urgent enough project in comparison to the other rooms as visitors will not be going into this room. But there’s no reason to neglect the aesthetic look of your bedroom because of this. You should make your room look nice for your benefit alone.

When considering where to start with giving your bedroom a new look, the two most eye-catching aspects will be your bedding and curtains. But before you purchase anything, have you considered buying bedding and curtains that match. By doing this, you can really co-ordinate the colour scheme of your bedroom. The Sanderson bedding range is the perfect solution if this is the look you are going for. It includes a wide range of plain dye bed linen or eye-catching designs that will produce a focal point in your bedroom. The various sizes that are available for Sanderson duvet covers include singles, doubles, kings and super kings.

There are also a range of various designs of Sanderson bedding. This unique brand has various styles available, including Adele, Dandelion Clocks, Emeline, Lucia, Painters Garden, Paisley Circles and Summer Tree. As these designs include a range of different colours, you are bound to find the right one to suit your taste. Because of how much time is spent in our beds, it is important to make sure that they are as comfortable as possible. Although it can be argued that we are experiencing financial difficulty in our current economy, there is no point purchasing cheap bedding if it is simply going to itch and be uncomfortable for you.

Whilst at the time it may seem expensive to purchase bedding of a high quality and thread count, it will be better in the long run as it is more durable. This means you won’t need to worry about spending even more money to replace it any time soon. Sanderson bedding is perfect to provide you with ultimate comfort whilst you sleep as all their bedding is made with easy-care cotton and has a high thread count. This term relates to the amount of threads (both vertical and horizontal) that have been used to create one square inch of material. It is generally suggested that one purchases bedding with a minimum thread count of 200. If an item of bedding were to have a high thread count it would mean that the fabric would feel smoother and more luxurious to the touch.