Upgrading and changing old bathrooms can be quite an undertaking. But many take it on in order to have bathrooms that are both more efficient and more luxurious. They want to get some low-flow toilets or some new spa tubs for a more modern feel to their bathrooms.

They also find that upgrading the cabinets and the tile can be a very rewarding step up as well. Replacing your old hardware with new is another way of picking up your bathrooms overall look. In fact, there are many ways you can change your old bathroom into one of luxury, if you just know what to do.

Anytime you consider remodeling your bathroom, you should remember how important light is to the whole process. If your bathroom has only one small window, then maybe you can add a roof window, or even a skylight for some extra light and artistic looks. Skylights should be easily opened so you can get ventilation.

Many people use glass blocks to build walls in their upgrading process. This gives a great look and feel to your bathroom. They can be had in many different styles and shapes, for making whatever pattern you can use your imagination to come up with. And the end result can be quite striking.

You cannot truly upgrade your bathroom and leave old faucets on the tub and sink. You need to co-ordinate all your faucets, from the sink to the bathtub and shower, to connect with the towel bars and door handles and doorknobs. This will significantly pick up the looks of you
r new bathroom. You'll find that when you match all these things up your bathroom is going to look like it belongs in another house, you won't recognize it.

And what bathroom make-over would be complete without a new throne. The toilet of today can be found in many beautiful colors, and many new shapes. There are different types of toilets. Some have a pull-chain operating system, like the high tanks. You can also get them with the tank behind your toilet base. Many styles have come out over the years, giving you a lot more options than what they had in the past few decades.

A tip for purchasing your toilet, is find yourself one that flushes quietly. It should also be frugal with water and of course, dependable. By getting one that doesn't use much water, you'll be surprised in how much savings on the water bill you'll experience over the life of the toilet. And they come in various styles, like Country, or Victorian, or Contemporary or Traditional.

Upgrading and changing old bathrooms doesn't have to be tedious and boring, but can be a work of art and very rewarding. You can let the artistic side of you come out. Add things like new mirrors to reflect light and brighten up the bathroom. Maybe put a full length mirror on the back of the entrance door. These are always handy for getting dressed to go out. There are many things you can do to add style and beauty to your bathroom, and you can enjoy the process.

Annie Deakin is an expert furniture and interior design writer who is currently interested in bathroom designs, bathrooms and home decor.