Updated Doors Give Bathrooms a New Look
When you upgrade your bathrooms, don’t forget to consider putting in a fancier door as well. Bathroom doors need not be a simple 24” white painted wooden construction. There are a variety of choices and themes available.
Accessibility
The door frame can be expanded to make the room fully accessible. This requires some carpentry and drywall experience, but can be completed in a weekend. Additionally, the bathroom door can be hung in reverse so that it opens outward into a hallway rather than inward. This sometimes allows more space to get in and out. A swing away door hinge can also be installed to add an extra 2” of clearance.
A Distinctive Look
The door itself can have frosted glass insets to give it an entirely new feel. This affords privacy, but the light shines through. It is also easy to tell whether the room occupied. Stain glass in particular turns the bathroom door into artwork.
Hardware can also be updated to change the look of an existing door. Install a new handle or door knob that is decorative and functional for an affordable makeover. Or, you could consider painting the side of the door that faces into the bathroom to make it match or compliment your new wall coverings.
A Practical Approach
Accessories can be added onto existing doors or built into a new door. This includes door hooks for hanging your bathrobe, clothes, or an extra towel. A storage rack can be added for other bathroom accessories as long as the unit doesn’t keep the door from opening fully. Remember to ensure the hinges are screwed in place tightly since added weight on the door can place strain on the hinge mechanisms.
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