{"id":30320,"date":"2021-08-23T23:01:00","date_gmt":"2021-08-23T23:01:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/homeimprovementblogs.com\/hg-blog\/?guid=5d57be2fb122ef00c6614320be8ae126"},"modified":"2021-08-23T23:01:00","modified_gmt":"2021-08-23T23:01:00","slug":"staycationing-3-projects-to-turn-the-bath-into-a-refuge","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/homeimprovementblogs.com\/hg-blog\/staycationing-3-projects-to-turn-the-bath-into-a-refuge\/","title":{"rendered":"Staycationing? 3 projects to turn the bath into a refuge"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>(BPT) &#8211; If you&rsquo;re finding yourself poring over color samples instead of vacation brochures, you just might be in a staycation state of mind. And you&rsquo;re not alone. Home renovation expenditures are expected to spike and remain elevated into 2022, with 8.6% annual growth, according to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jchs.harvard.edu\/press-releases\/further-strengthening-expected-home-remodeling\"  rel=\"nofollow\">Harvard University<\/a>. Even when you are staying put, there&rsquo;s still a lot you can do to renew your soul, like transforming your home into the gorgeous oasis you&#8217;ve always wanted.<\/p>\n<p>Not sure where to begin? Consider beginning in the bathroom, the sanctuary of the home, and invest in a bidet, a device that transforms your daily routine. That and some design-forward upgrades can create a spa-like atmosphere that&rsquo;s worthy of a staycation. The beauty of this plan? There&rsquo;s a way for everyone to do it.<\/p>\n<p>For inspiration, here are some staycation-worthy bath upgrades for any budget.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Step one: Get a high-quality bidet.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Bidets have been growing in popularity, and there are plenty of models and features to choose from. How do you start the search? It&rsquo;s important to focus on quality as well as spa-like features. TOTO, for example, is world famous for remaking the bidet into an everyday luxury and has continued perfecting it for the past 40 years.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Step two: Choose your project.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Personalize your apartment:<\/strong> With these ingenious updates, you can feel more at home without putting the damage deposit at risk. Peel-and-stick wallpaper lets you trade apartment beige for daring colors and striking patterns. Thrift store finds like an ornate shelf or a funky vintage mirror lend the place that artsy urban vibe. Finally, swap the standard-issue toilet seat with a bidet attachment. The <a href=\"https:\/\/washlet.totousa.com\/how-it-works\"  rel=\"nofollow\">WASHLET<\/a> by TOTO is the original high-tech, luxury bidet seat that&rsquo;s easy to install and easy to take along once the lease is up. Pure, clean, heated water will leave you feeling more refreshed than ever after a bathroom break.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Weekend update:<\/strong> Ready for change, but not ready for a full renovation? Try one of these transformative weekend projects. A coat of paint along with shiny new drawer pulls can make your old vanity feel like new. Designer tile draws focus &mdash; a statement wall or a backsplash can make a big impact with less work. As the finishing touch, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.totousa.com\/products\/washlet#subcategories=10175212631916030446&#038;%2338;collections=10162024715689570064&#038;%2338;filters=flush-rate:10150000000083160392\"  rel=\"nofollow\">WASHLET+<\/a> joins bidet and toilet into one seamless design that adds luxury without subtracting from the look of your updated space.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Royal treatment:<\/strong> Transform the primary bath in your home into a five-star escape. Bold updates, such as heated flooring or a fireplace, will leave you feeling like a VIP. Or how about a living wall of plants? It&rsquo;s a unique way to bring the tropics into your indoor space. When it&rsquo;s time to choose your bidet, nothing but the top of the line will do. The luxury you&rsquo;re looking for can be found in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.totousa.com\/products\/neorest#subcategories=10176582062232732661\"  rel=\"nofollow\">NEOREST<\/a>. With a design that&rsquo;s inspired by the natural beauty of pebbles shaped by water over time, this bidet also has many luxurious features. You&rsquo;ll get personalized settings for washing and warm air drying, automatic features and advanced technologies that let you spend less time cleaning and more time luxuriating in your remade space.<\/p>\n<p>Ready to turn your bath into a vacation-worthy escape? A bidet provides the perfect addition to any project. Get inspired and visit the virtual showroom at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.totousa.com\/\"  rel=\"nofollow\">TOTOusa.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>(BPT) &#8211; If you&rsquo;re finding yourself poring over color samples instead of vacation brochures, you just might be in a staycation state of mind. And you&rsquo;re not alone. 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