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You don’t have to endure a whole bathroom remodel to enjoy a fresh look. If your bathroom feels dull and dingy, there are a number of things you can do in a day or a weekend to really perk things up.

Without spending a lot of money, you can freshen up your bathroom with organization, fresh color, updated lighting, and good accessories. And each one of these ideas will help to really make a difference in the look and comfort of your bathroom.

Below are some ideas on how to give your bathroom a more beautiful and a comfortable feel. You can achieve this very easily with little changes made in the lighting scheme.

If your bathroom is too dark, there are several options to add fresh lighting. If you have a 3-light fixture, you can change it to a 5- or 7-light fixture to bring in more light. Go for a higher watt bulb if the fixture can accommodate it. Add additional light fixtures or recessed lighting.

If you can not bring in more lighting with the existing fixture, you can replace it with a new one. Now since you are replacing it, you can select the most latest in the market and that goes well with the entire decor theme of the area. For example, you can go for clear glass globes rather than frosted as they will offer more lighting.

Adding dimmer switches to the lighting fixtures is a great idea. You can control the intensity of light as per your needs. Using these dimmer switches you can create ant kind of environment like you can reduce the intensity of lights for a more relaxed and comforting feel. You will also save energy with dimmer switches.

If your bathroom doesn’t already have them, consider installing a pair of wall sconces on either side of the mirror. The fixture should be installed so the light bulbs are just about eye level. Be sure there is electrical power near your installation point before you start drilling into the wall. You might need to consult a licensed electrician about this addition.

If your bathroom vanity is a spacious one and also have an electrical outlet, you can consider placing a small table lamp there. But make sure to place it at a reasonable distance from any water source. It can add warmth and can serve as a decorative piece adding to the beauty of the area. You can also use it is an alternative to a night light.