🛁 5 Common Bathroom Design Mistakes (and How to Avoid Them with Lacey’s Expertise)

When it comes to bathroom renovations in Ireland, homeowners often make small mistakes that lead to big regrets. From poor planning to choosing the wrong materials, these errors can affect the functionality, comfort, and overall value of your home.

At Lacey’s Bathrooms & Tiles, we’ve helped thousands of customers across Dublin and beyond transform their bathrooms with smart design choices and top-quality products. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the top 5 bathroom design mistakes—and how to avoid them with help from the experts at Lacey’s.

1. 🧱 Poor Space Planning

The Mistake: One of the most common bathroom renovation mistakes is underestimating the importance of layout. Whether you're working with a compact ensuite or a full-sized family bathroom, inefficient space planning can result in cramped conditions, awkward access, and wasted square footage.

How to Avoid It:

Before you choose tiles or fixtures, map out the layout. Ask yourself:

• Is there enough clearance for doors and drawers?

• Are the sink, toilet, and shower positioned for logical, easy use?

• Will the room feel open or cluttered?

  
  

How Lacey’s Can Help: At Lacey’s, our in-house design consultants will help you plan every inch of your space. We’ll guide you on product placement and offer bathroom furniture and space-saving fixtures designed for Irish homes—big or small. Book your consultation now!

2. 🎨 Choosing Style Over Substance

The Mistake: It’s tempting to choose bathroom features purely for aesthetic reasons. But some materials and designs that look great in a showroom may not hold up in real-life conditions—especially in high-humidity Irish homes.

How to Avoid It:

Strike a balance between visual appeal and functionality. Choose non-slip tiles, moisture-resistant furniture, and easy-to-clean finishes that offer both style and long-term performance.

How Lacey’s Can Help:

Our tile collections are handpicked for quality, durability, and beauty. Whether you love the look of natural stone, marble-effect tiles, or contemporary matte finishes, we’ll help you find a solution that fits your lifestyle. Visit our tile showrooms or shop our tile collection online now!

3. 💡 Inadequate Lighting

The Mistake: Good lighting is often an afterthought during bathroom renovations, but it plays a crucial role in both function and mood. Poor lighting can make your space feel dull and even unsafe.

How to Avoid It: Incorporate multiple layers of light:

• Ambient lighting for general brightness.

• Task lighting around mirrors for grooming.

• Accent lighting to highlight architectural or design features.

  
  

How Lacey’s Can Help: We offer LED mirror cabinets, Led mirrors, and accessories that enhance visibility and style. Our team can also recommend lighting solutions that work well with your tile colors and bathroom layout. Book your consultation now!

4. 🧺 Not Enough Storage

The Mistake: One of the biggest frustrations after a bathroom renovation is realising you don’t have enough room to store essentials like toiletries, towels, or cleaning supplies.

How to Avoid It: Integrate clever storage solutions:

• Vanity units with drawers.

• Tall cabinets for vertical storage.

• Niche shelving in shower areas.

  
  

How Lacey’s Can Help: We carry a variety of bathroom storage units that are as practical as they are beautiful. Choose from modern, minimalist, or traditional styles to suit your design—and keep clutter out of sight.

5. 🌬️ Ignoring Ventilation & Heating

The Mistake: Skipping proper ventilation or heating might save money upfront, but over time it can lead to problems like mold, peeling paint, and cold, uncomfortable spaces.

How to Avoid It: Install a quality extractor fan to manage humidity, and consider underfloor heating for added comfort—especially during Ireland’s colder months.

How Lacey’s Can Help: We supply a full range of heating and ventilation systems designed for bathrooms. From sleek heated towel rails to tile-compatible underfloor heating, we’ll make sure your bathroom feels warm and functions flawlessly.

Why Trust Lacey’s with Your Bathroom Renovation?

With over 30 years in the business, Lacey’s Bathrooms & Tiles is one of Ireland’s most trusted suppliers of tiles, bathroom suites, plumbing supplies, and expert advice. We’re more than just a showroom—we’re your renovation partner from start to finish.

Whether you're a homeowner starting your first bathroom makeover or a contractor managing a large-scale build, Lacey’s offers:

• Premium products from top international brands.

• Competitive pricing.

• Knowledgeable staff with hands-on experience.

• Nationwide delivery across Ireland.

  
  

Ready to Avoid These Bathroom Mistakes?

Let Lacey’s help you get your bathroom design right the first time. Visit our showrooms in Dublin and Kildare or browse our full online catalog of bathroom tiles, furniture, and accessories.

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Explore Ireland’s most trusted selection of bathroom tiles, sanitary ware, and design solutions at www.laceys.ie. Let’s build something beautiful together—without the stress, mistakes, or second-guessing.