If your bathroom is looking dark and a little somber, then look no further than here. This blog post will take you through some super easy yet stunning bathroom countertop ideas that you will love.
Your bathroom is one of the most important places in your home. It should be a relaxing space that you enjoy retreating to after a long day. To make the most of this space, one of the best things that you can do is keep it updated by refreshing your bathroom countertop every so often.
A few simple changes to your bathroom countertop can easily upgrade your space almost instantly. In this blog post, we’ll take you through some great ideas to brighten up your bathroom countertop that you will love.
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This blog post is all about bathroom countertop ideas.
Easy Bathroom Countertop Ideas
1. Clean and organize your space
Even though this is not necessarily a decor idea, this is probably the most important piece of advice on this list. If you want to instantly upgrade your bathroom countertop, then the first two things you need to do are clean and declutter. I can guarantee you that you have something sitting on your countertop that doesn’t need to be there. It could be an empty container of floss or an expired hair product.
Whatever it is, you need to get rid of it. After you get rid of any expired or empty containers, check if there’s anything you don’t necessarily need sitting there. If you have the storage space to put the items elsewhere, then store them there, especially if you don’t even use it on a daily basis.
2. Change up your decor
A great solution for brightening up your bathroom countertop is to exchange any darker decor for lighter colors. Matte black is such a classy and chic option, but it will not work if you’re trying to keep things visually lighter. Swap out dark soap dispensers, tray, and toothbrush holders for white, glass, or even pastel versions of the same thing. You can easily find all of these items at a lower price on Amazon or at your local home goods store.
Another great decor option would be to add a marble or acrylic tray. This will not only brighten your space, but it will also add a more organized feel. When an area is more organized and put together, it feels lighter. Cluttered spaces stress the mind, while the opposite gives you peace of mind.
3. Add some greenery
One of the best ways to enhance the overall space in your bathroom is by adding some plants. It doesn’t matter if they’re real or fake, either one will help breathe life into the area. If you’re looking to add a real plant, a great option is eucalyptus. Not only will it help brighten up your bathroom countertop, it will also make the room smell absolutely amazing.
Just be careful, though, if you have pets because real eucalyptus is toxic to pets, especially dogs. Another popular option is a mini snake plant. These are chic, little plants that fit perfectly on almost any bathroom countertop, regardless of how small.
4. Use fresh flowers
If plants aren’t really your thing, then maybe some gorgeous fresh flowers are. There is nothing like a nice bouquet of flowers to brighten up any space, especially your bathroom. Even though they aren’t viewed as such, flowers are one of the most simple pieces of functional decor. The combination of art and fragrance that fresh flowers bring is unmatched.
You don’t even have to overdo it on the type of container you display them in. Your best option would probably be a clear, glass container so you can show off the contents of it, displaying the flowers. Additionally, I would pick a color of flower that goes nicely with your color theme, or even pick one that gives you a gorgeous pop of color. A stunning orange or pink flower would work perfectly here.
5. Use reflective surfaces
Even though there’s most likely a large mirror above your bathroom countertop already, there’s always room for more. It doesn’t even have to necessarily be a mirror, just a reflective surface works as well. These elements are such an underrated decor piece. These reflective pieces can bounce light and make the space feel brighter and larger at the same time. These surfaces are amazing, especially if you have the luxury of natural light in your bathroom.
When it comes to options, there’s many that you can choose from, besides the usual mirrored trays. Some options you may not even come to mind initially. For example, anything made out of a polished stone is also considered a reflective surface. Polished quartz especially bounces light and also comes in many different lighter colors. Not to mention, quartz is a gorgeous addition to any bathroom countertop.
Other options include glass or crystal accessories or metallic accents. All of these easily reflect light beautifully and enhance brightness. If you’re more into lighter matte decor, you can still add in reflective elements like a nice glass countertop overlay or even a light-colored backsplash if there’s room. Whatever your style may be, there’s a way you can add reflective surfaces or elements in your space.
6. Brighten up your space
The best way to brighten up your space is probably to literally do so with light. Let’s start with any overhead lighting or sconce lights you might have. If they’re feeling a little dim, but you don’t have the funds to completely replace them, a good cleaning and lightbulb change will definitely improve it. If you’re using LED lighting, a good tip is to choose them in the 3000K-4000K range, which is soft to cool light.
This will create a bright but flattering look that almost mimics daylight, a perfect way to brighten up your space, especially if you don’t have the luxury of any natural light. Speaking of LED lighting, another great idea if your countertop area is still a little dim is to use LED lighting strips. You can usually get these strips off of Amazon for cheap and they’re also very easy to apply to any area.
They can fit into most spaces and you can usually trim them if you need to. The two most popular areas to use these are around your large mirror or around your cabinet space. Some people prefer to outline their mirrors with them and others like to use it to have a subtle glow, either under their mirror or under their cabinet.
Personally speaking, these are also beneficial at nighttime when you don’t want to turn on any bright lights, especially in the middle of the night. These are all great options that are relatively cheap. But if you’re much more into natural light and have the luxury of having that in your bathroom, you can do things to enhance this, such as frosted windows. You can easily buy a film online that you can adhere to your window regardless of size.
7. Add candles
Maybe you’re looking for a softer light, something that you can only get with candles. By adding a candle or two, it will not only brighten up your bathroom countertop space, but it will also give it a warm, inviting feeling that you might want in this space.
This is such a great option if you’re looking to mimic that relaxing feeling that you get in spas because what’s more relaxing than that spa-like ambience? If you go this route, just make sure that it’s a lighter candle to keep with the aesthetic that you’re trying to go for. Your best option might be a white or beige candle in a minimalist jar. Just like the fresh flowers, you want to make sure you can see the contents of the jar.
8. Display the necessities
Even though this tip is not necessarily what you think about what you think of brightening your space, the organized, polished look that you get from only displaying the necessities on your countertop figuratively does just that. When talking about necessities, we’re referring to the items that you use on a daily basis, such as cotton balls, q-tips, and more.
Storing these in matching, clear containers or jars will instantly upgrade the look of your bathroom countertop. If you’re looking to lean into the reflective surfaces like above, you can definitely exchange the clear containers for something that will shine in the light. Choose whatever vibe or theme that you want for your own space.
9. Introduce a pop of color or texture
One of the best ways to brighten up a space, especially one that tends to have a neutral color theme, is to add a pop of color or texture. Depending on what may fit your style, there are tons of options you can choose from. To start, a small framed art piece or colorful hand towel are both great ideas that can fit almost any theme or vibe.
If we’re thinking about what we’ve already mentioned above, you can absolutely have your pop of color be either some gorgeous fresh flowers or LED color lighting. Whatever you choose, it’s a great way to add a little bit of personality to your bathroom countertop.
This blog post was all about bathroom countertop ideas.
