Whether you call it a half bath or a powder room, the small space in your home is frequently used by your guests and family and one of the most overlooked. And since it isn’t a huge space, a few quick and easy updates can make one of the most used rooms in your house up to date to both work and look better. To get it off the to-do list and give it the love it deserves, here are some half-bath ideas to morph the room from old and outdated to fresh and modern.

Make a statement in your half-bath by having your guests look at themselves in an updated mirror. Whether vintage or new, a mirror creates the feeling of space even in the most cramped quarters. Switching out a dated faucet for a new one is an easy way to not only add functionality and efficiency to the space but style as well. 

While tearing out a half-bath’s vanity can be labor intensive and expensive, swapping out the hardware can make it feel new again. Choosing colors and finishes that complement the faucet, mirror and light fixture ties the room together. 

To add more drama to the space, add a fresh coat of paint to the powder room’s vanity and walls. Keep in mind that light and dark colors add contrast which creates depth and the illusion of space, while medium tones can make the room feel smaller.  If you want to go above and beyond, choose a wallpaper that is dramatic but matches the cabinet color. 

Ditch the dated powder room decor for modern functional items. A cute succulent or fresh cut flowers are both visually appealing and make the room smell great. A stack of books can turn into a pedestal for soap and hand towels. Just keep in mind that less is more in such a small space to avoid a cluttered look. 

Updated lighting can set the mood and also help make a small room feel bright and airy. Also in an often windowless room, it can help guests be able to see themselves. By matching them to the mirror, faucet and hardware the powder-room will feel put together and thought out.

With a few of these quick and easy updates, the powder room will surely stand out as one of the nicest rooms in the house.