How to Set Up a Romantic Bathroom Environment
>> Dec 5, 2016
Bathrooms are becoming more and more
luxurious and spa-like in modern day design.
These designs make them feel more like an extension of a home’s living
space rather than a utility room for hygiene.
Many even have a touch of the romantic already built in, but not all
homes are sporting these designs just yet.
Many of us have “regular” bathroom spaces and are not exactly in the
market to invest in an expensive bathroom renovation, but that doesn’t mean
that our ordinary bathroom can’t be transformed into a romantic retreat. Here are a few easy and inexpensive tricks to
turn your bathroom into a sensual getaway for you and your partner.
1. Keep It Clean!
Nothing sours a romantic mood
quicker than soap scum or hair in the drain, so take the time to break out the
scouring powder and bathroom sprays to give every fixture and floor tile a good
cleaning. Don’t stop at just cleaning,
though. Lotion bottles, toothpaste
tubes, and other clutter taking up space on flat surfaces can be an unnecessary
distraction when trying to set a romantic mood, so make sure everything has a
place. If you don’t have extra drawer or
cabinet space for these everyday essentials, then a strategically placed
decorative basket or two will contain the mess and give an extra touch of
elegance to your bathroom.
2. Scent Appeal
Starting with a thorough cleaning
should eliminate any unwanted bathroom odors, which sets the stage for finding
just the right scent to set the mood.
Roses are often associated with romance, but strong floral fragrances
are not a favorite for everyone, so personalize your scents to reflect what you
and your partner like. Lavender,
sandalwood, and vanilla scents all bring a relaxing aroma to a romantic space,
and you can permeate your room in a number of ways. Candles are one of the most obvious options,
but reed diffusers, wax warmers, and even certain air freshener brands have
also become very popular in recent times because they can be elegant as much as
practical.
3. Flattering Light
Standard bathroom lighting is
usually very bright, which is not ideal for a romantic bathroom getaway. A small lamp with a soft glow placed on the
counter or a sturdy shelf can add just enough light to see each other without being
overpowering. Candles are also ideal to
create an intimate lighting scheme. Tiny
votives combined with tall pillar candles create drama and elegance around the
bathtub. If you can’t find an elegant
candle with a scent you like, then opting for the unscented variety will bring
the ambience without competing with your signature fragrance.
4. Mood Music
Background noises can easily be
eliminated with the perfect soundtrack for romance. Soft jazz or soothing instrumental music are
superb for setting that romantic mood, but no matter your preference, you don’t
have to have a built in sound system to fill your space with sensual
sound. Bluetooth technology allows for
small wireless speakers to be placed inconspicuously and controlled from your
smart phone, so you and your partner can enjoy your personal playlist for
romance without fiddling around with CDs, repeat settings, or extension cords.
5. Romantic Touches
Once you have your romantic
environment arranged, you can focus on finding products to pamper each
other. Bubbles add playfulness to a
steamy bath while rose petals can be scattered for a bit of elegance. Lotions and aromatherapy oils are both
relaxing and sensual and those packaged in fancy bottles or jars will sit
pretty amongst lighted candles. Keeping
that warm and cozy feel both inside and outside the tub is important, so
spreading out a plush bath rug and setting out extra fluffy towels prevents the
chill of cold floors once stepping out of your tub retreat. Splurging on a heated towel bar might be a
nice addition to your romantic environment, too.
Using a little bit of ingenuity and
creativity can transform any ordinary bathroom into a private retreat so that
you and your partner can enjoy intimate time together without breaking the
bank. Top it off with your favorite
bottle of bubbly and maybe even a little chocolate, and your perfect romantic
bathroom space is ready for date night.
This post was offered by Jon Reyes
from Steam and Shower UK, Jon is an expert
writer in the health and fitness niche and has been writing and studying topics
like this one for over 10 years.
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