(BPT) - There are showers, and then there are luxurious “showering experiences,” that wake you up in the morning, and refresh you after a long day of work. It’s one thing to enjoy a spa-like setting when actually in a spa, and paying spa prices, and another thing to know you can saunter into a spa each and every day in your home for a mental and physical energy-boosting experience.

Bathrooms are usually the smallest rooms of the house, but also the most frequently used, which is why developing this space into a spa-like setting is a good idea. Homeowners can affordably bring glamor into their bathrooms with color, patterns, textures, fixtures, lighting and accessories.

* Colors – Find colors that inspire you. For some people, the bold hues of reds and browns emit energy and happy feelings, while other people prefer calming purples and blues for a spa setting. Bring these colors into your bathroom via paint on the walls, linens, floor coverings and even the countertop on the vanity.