Bath time with kids can be quite the adventure. Whether you’re dealing with a toddler who loves to splash around or a preschooler who insists on bringing every toy into the tub, creating a child-friendly bathroom can make life a whole lot easier for the whole family. Here are some ideas to help you design a bathroom that’s not only functional but also fun and safe for your little ones.
Embrace bright colours
Kids love bright, happy colours, and the bathroom is the perfect place to let your creative side run wild. Think about using shades like sunny yellow, sky blue, or lively green. These colours can make the space feel cheerful and inviting. If you’re not ready to commit to a full-on colour explosion, consider adding colourful accents like towels, bathmats, or shower curtains. You can also find fun wall decals with your child’s favourite characters or animals to bring a playful touch to the space, just make sure you double check how easy they are to remove to ensure they won’t do any damage to your space.
Choose fun and functional fixtures
When picking out bathroom fixtures, go for ones that are both practical and fun. Lower sinks are great for little ones to reach, and taps with easy-to-use lever handles are perfect for tiny hands. For a whimsical touch, you might even decide to go for taps shaped like animals or ones with bright colours.
Bathtubs can also be more kid friendly. We recommend going for a “P” shaped bath, as they’re great for families with kids because it gives you extra space, making bath time more enjoyable for everyone. The larger shower area makes it easier for parents to help little ones get clean without feeling cramped. Plus, the curved design helps keep water from spilling onto the floor, so there’s less mess to clean up and fewer slips to worry about. We’ve even fit one backwards before to maximise space!
If you have a smaller bathroom where a bath and shower isn’t an option, a “P” shaped bath is also perfect as it allows you to still have a spacious shower. This is great for the household grownups, as well as allowing your little ones to transition to a shower as they get older.
Non-slip flooring
Safety is super important, especially in a room where water is everywhere. Non-slip flooring options are a must for a kid-friendly bathroom. Textured vinyl, rubber, or cork flooring are great choices since they provide good traction and are easy to clean. It’s also a good idea to pop a bath anti-slip mat directly into your bathtub to keep bath playtime safe.
Get creative with storage solutions
A clutter-free bathroom is safer and easier to clean. If your space allows, it’s a good idea to add plenty of storage at kid-friendly heights, like open shelving or low cabinets. Baskets or bins are fantastic for organising bath toys, towels, and other essentials. You can then label them with pictures or words to make it easy for your child to find what they need. For those items you want to keep out of reach, like cleaning supplies, consider using a tall cabinet with a lock.
Add easy-to-reach towel hooks
Make it simple for your kids to grab a towel after their bath by installing hooks or bars at their height. This encourages independence and makes drying off much easier – especially if you have a kid who would rather not get out of the splash zone! You might want to choose hooks in fun shapes or colours, like animals or stars, to add a bit of flair to the bathroom.
Implement safety features
Keeping your little ones safe is always a top priority. Install anti-scald devices on taps and shower heads to prevent burns. You may also want to consider adding corner protectors to sharp edges and a toilet lock to keep curious hands out of trouble.
Install adjustable lighting
Good lighting can change the whole vibe of a bathroom. You can combine bright lights for morning routines with softer lighting for relaxing evening baths – this is perfect for helping adults to relax too after a long day! Just make sure the lighting you choose is bathroom safe – we’ve written a whole blog on picking bathroom lighting to help you out.
Pick the right materials
Chances are if you have young kids, you already to plenty of running around behind them and tidying up as you go, so make life easier for yourself and choose materials that are easy to clean. Water-resistant paint and easy-to-wipe surfaces are your best friends in a kid’s bathroom. Tiles with sealed grout will also save time and effort. At Alan Heath & Sons, we always recommend combing your aesthetics with your lifestyle to make sure you have a bathroom you can really enjoy.
Ready to renovate your bathroom and make it more child-friendly? Contact our friendly team today, we’d love to help you create a bathroom you and your kids can enjoy!