Undermount sinks have become very popular lately and they are more and more commonly seen in modern and contemporary homes. But first let’s explain what an undermount sink really is. There are two main types of sinks. The first one is the drop in sink and it’s the most common type. You know that you have a drop in sink when there is a lip that sits on the countertop. These sinks also usually have holes in the back for the faucet. They are called drop in sinks because they are dropped into the countertop from above.

Bright, contemporary bathroom featuring a double undermount sink

The second type is the undermount sink. They are part of a granite countertop and the hole cut for the sink is usually custom made and sometimes permanent. This means that it would be very difficult to find a replacement if the sink needs to be replaced. Undermount sinks do not have a lip sitting on the countertop. Most of them also don’t have holes at the back. Undermount sinks come with several benefits. For example, they are more practical as it’s easier to clean the countertop when you can simply wipe the debris straight from the counter and into the sink.

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In most homes, the size of the bathrooms is always small and if you are experiencing same, it simply means you are not alone. If you should opt for home improvements that are geared towards physically enlarging your small bathroom, it is sure to be very expensive and time consuming, with all the attendant stress. Not to worry though because with the few listed colorful ideas below, you will be able to visually enlarge your small bathroom without being stressed both physically and financially.

Use tile to add visual appeal to your bathroom

Don’t underestimate the power of color:

Research has shown that using more of dark colors in a small bathroom makes it look and feel smaller but the reverse is the case when you add lighter colors. If the cabinetry in the bathroom is brown, you can visually enlarge the space by going for tiles that are of light color, may be the same as the bathtub and also have brown designs. Ensure that the tiles you opt for are larger in size as this helps to make the space look larger.

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In modern and contemporary homes, the bathroom has become an important part and it is given plenty more attention than a while ago. The bathroom is a tranquil, private and relaxing space and it’s usually minimalist. The furniture is kept simple and the chromatic palette includes fresh and relaxing colors. As for the bathtub, freestanding models are often preferred.

Spacious and bright bathroom featuring a freestanding tub placed against the wall

Freestanding bathtubs offer several great advantages that are difficult to ignore. First of all, they add a modern touch to the room. As opposed to drop in bathtubs, they don’t have to be placed against the walls. They also offer more freedom as they can be positioned anywhere in the room.

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If you have children, you likely have a bathtub. And if you have a bathtub, you likely have bath toys. And if you have bath toys, you’ve likely had to kick them out of the way to use the tub, or found them strewn across the bathroom countertop, or leaving puddles of water all over the floor tile. Sound familiar?Some of these instances might be alleviated if you could simply figure out a way to organize and/or store those bath toys. Of course, you have to find a method that works for your family and your bathroom. Below are a few ideas to get you started in the right direction:

1. You could house all bath toys in a plastic laundry basket on the bottom shelf of a cabinet. (Of course, roll-out drawers are a bonus for accessibility, like those seen here, but not always a possibility.) One of the reasons this is a good idea is because your kids can access the toys they want to play with prior to playing in the tub, and they can also help put them away after bathtime.

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