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How to Decorate Your Bathroom with Incorporating Beach Themed Accessories?

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Use a personal statement piece for inspiration. In order to begin more detailed decorating, you may want to start with a statement piece and use that for inspiration. For example, perhaps you have a favourite picture of the ocean or sunset. Frame the picture and then build your decor around that piece.

Alternatively, you may have an old bathing suit that you love. Place the suit in a frame and create a fun powder room around your old beachwear! You could also display sand in a jar and seashells on a shelf, particularly if you collected the items on a beach vacation.

Choose a beach-themed shower curtain. If you decide to paint the walls a more neutral colour, such as light grey or sandy beige, then you can add creativity through your accent pieces. For example, purchase a fun beach themed shower curtain. You can find shower curtains that are patterned with anchors, boats, palm trees, fish, or nautical maps. Add beach-themed towels and rugs to complement the shower curtain and tie it all together.

Incorporate nautical touches. You could also try decorating with a more nautical look and still get a beach feel in the room. For instance, use white and navy blue as your predominant colours and then add some nautical trinkets to the room. You could hang or display an anchor, oars, an old wooden steering wheel, or a ship in a bottle. Add character by displaying driftwood or natural wood to enhance the nautical vibe.

Decorate with natural pieces. The next time you head to the beach, collect a few small beachy artifacts to include in your decor. For example, search for driftwood, shells, sea glass, sand dollars, or sea stars. Then, add these special finds to your bathroom decor. For instance, fill a glass jar with small shells and pebbles from the beach. Alternatively, you could place a larger artifact, such as a piece of driftwood or coral on a shelf with towels or other bathroom essentials. You could also collect sand from different beaches you visit. Place the sand in a small glass jar and label the beach. Display your sand collection on a small shelf.

Purchase beach-themed wall hangings. Hang pictures to help accentuate the beach theme of the bathroom. For example, you could hang pictures of boats, shells, flowers, or ocean sunsets. This will give the bathroom a vibrant feel and will help pull together the theme. Choose wall hangings that complement your chosen colour palette. Keep in mind that whatever you choose should be moisture-resistant.

 

 

How to Replace a Bathroom Sink?

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Bathroom sinks may become chipped, stained or scratched. You may want to install a new sink to enhance the ambience of your bathroom and create a fresh, clean look. Replacing a bathroom washbasin may be time consuming, but should not be difficult to accomplish, and could revitalize the entire room.

Measure the dimensions of the old bathroom sink with a measuring tape. When you install a new sink, you want one that will fit in the old countertop. Write down the length, depth and width of the sink, as well as the length and width of the countertop. Buy a new washbasin. Bring the measurements of the old sink and countertop with you to ensure you purchase the correct size before putting in a bathroom sink.

Turn the water off to the sink. The cut off handle is usually located under the sink. When replacing a bathroom washbasin, you want to test the faucets to make sure the water is completely off. Place a bucket underneath the P-trap. When you install a new sink, you have to remove the drainage pipe first. Loosen the bolts that attach the P-trap to the bottom of the sink with channel lock pliers. Hang the P-trap over the bucket, carefully pulling it from the sink.

Unfasten the hot and cold-water hoses from the faucet with a crescent wrench. Replacing a bathroom washbasin entails spending a little time underneath the sink removing hardware. Remove the clips under the sink that attach it to the countertop with a screwdriver. Cut any sealant or putty between the sink and the countertop out with a utility knife. Lift out the old sink from the counter. When putting in a bathroom sink, you want a smooth surface, so clean the countertop off, removing any residual silicon.

Remove the faucet and drain from the old sink if you plan to use it in your new sink. Install the old faucet and drain on the new sink. To install a new sink, you should seal the hardware. Be sure to apply a bead of silicone caulk to the faucet and drain base. If you bought a new faucet, follow the manufacturer’s directions. Apply silicone caulk to the underside of the washbasin’s rim when putting in a bathroom sink. Lower the sink into the hole in the countertop. Push the washbasin into place and wipe off any excess silicone with paper towels.

Attach the sink to the countertop with fastener clips from beneath the counter. You need to make sure it is secure. Reconnect the water lines with a crescent wrench and the P-trap underneath the sink with channel lock pliers. Be careful not to tighten the valves too tight. Turn the water valves back on. Leave the bucket under the P-trap while you test the sink for leaks. Sometimes, putting in a bathroom sink creates water leakage. Twist on the hot water and then the cold water. If there is a leak, shut off the water and re-install the connections wrapping plumber’s tape around the stem of the hose. Let the bathroom  set overnight.