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NATIONAL DESIGN EDITOR GLEN PELOSO HAS SELECTED WHAT HE LOVES FOR BATHROOMS! An easy way to add color to a bathroom is by hanging artwork. I suggest choosing pieces that are on canvas or ones without glass or glazing as moisture might stain the artwork or matting. HomeSense www.homesense.ca Using a non-woven backed wallpaper means that it will peal off the walls with little or no effort and your back to a clean palate to work with. UPDATE ON A BUDGET Bathrooms are one of the most costly rooms to renovate and for that reason, showing a home with an outdated bathroom may turn away buyers who overestimate what it will cost to update the space. If you're planning to put your home on the market, here are a few cost-effective updates you can make that will have a huge impact without a major expense. If your vanity is still in good shape but just looks a little outdated, a fresh coat of paint can go a long way. Updating hardware to a more modern style is also important. I like to use hardware with crystal details as it always makes an impact. Replace dated light fixtures. The new fixture does not need to be expensive but it should be stylish and have a contemporary feel to it. If budget allows, consider updating the faucet to something more modern and eye catching. A fresh coat of paint on the walls is a must. For resale purposes, a light, neutral color is your best choice. Make sure to style appropriately. Use fresh, white linens, stunning artwork and an orchid to create a simple, modern, spa-like feel to the bathroom and remove all other knick knacks and personal items. - Tina Marie Singh, www.lionsgatedesign.ca Love color in your bathroom? Stick to soft blues. According to a 2017 study by Zillow.com, homes with bathrooms featuring light shades of powder blue and periwinkle sell for more! X-Tile, www.x-tile.net With tile, you can create a colorful effect on the floor, walls, and ceiling of the entire space. You no longer need to decide between wet areas and dry ones to include color because tiles can be used anywhere in the room. Add a splash of color in your bathroom with the addition of a stylish faucet in a bright hue. Rubinet www.rubinet.com A collection of beautiful accessories such as a jewelry box and vases help add color and character to a bathroom. HomeSense www.homesense.ca Colored glass can be a fantastic way to add accent walls in the room. Thick glass naturally has a greenish-blue hue to it, however it comes in any color you like.