Give Your Master Bathroom Luxe, Spa-Like Style

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With their chic decor, detoxing treatments and heady scents, spas have a way of making you feel radiant and refreshed. Spending even a few hours at one can leave you reinvigorated, blissful and ready to take on whatever life brings.

Fortunately, you can bring many of the best elements of a spa into your home. You’ll feel deliciously spoiled and rejuvenated without ever walking out the door. So wrap yourself in a fluffy robe, grab your slippers and read on for some tips from Maykke, a bathroom furnishings e-commerce company, on how to create your own spa at home.

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Set the Scene

Design your bathroom to soothe the senses, starting with the fundamentals. Spoil yourself with a bathtub made for soaking, with a high back and a comfortable curve. Try angling a free-standing tub toward your window to watch the sunset — viewing a pastel-streaked sky from a bubble bath can be pure bliss.

Make the most of any natural light streaming into your bathroom; it’s an excellent (and free) mood-booster for those daytime soaking sessions. Opt for visually lightweight window treatments or frosted glass windows to keep out prying eyes but let in the sunshine.

Put your lights on dimmers to choose your ideal illumination: Increase the brightness for finding your face mask, and lower it when you’re ready to relax in the tub. And don’t forget to treat your feet: Install radiant-heat flooring to make stepping out of your tub part of the spa experience.

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Bring the Glamour

Artisanal Moroccan tile. Glittering crystal chandeliers. Hand-carved wooden screens. There are so many ways to bring high-design touches to your bathroom. Consider borrowing elements traditionally found in other rooms, such as accent chairs, a splash of greenery, a fireplace or a furniture-inspired vanity, for unexpected elegance.

If you desire more nostalgic glamour, opt for a free-standing tub with a floor-mounted tub filler, plenty of marble (or marble-inspired stone) and ornate mirrors. Individual framed mirrors above each sink add more panache than one large, frameless mirror.

For a more contemporary look, punctuate the space with bold, sculptural elements, natural materials, sleek lines and cement tile. You may also want to place your tub in a glass-paneled wet room with a rain shower for added drama and convenience. Looking to go more avant-garde? Try dark, moody walls, a modern tub in the center of the room and a floating vanity.

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Add Self-Indulgent Extras

To rival the world’s top resort spas, select the right accessories for your bathroom. Pamper yourself with plenty of fluffy towels in your favorite hue and made of 100 percent combed Egyptian cotton, known for its softness, durability and absorbency.

Keep them close to your tub along with any scrubs, soaps and oils you want. If you’ve placed your tub center stage and away from the walls, try a chic towel stand and a stool to keep your essentials nearby. You can also add a bathtub tray to hold a book, a glass of wine or cup of tea, and an aromatherapy candle.

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Scents such as orange, lavender and jasmine are relaxing, and the soft glow of candlelight has a way of melting away life’s stresses. Look for clean-burning, natural candles made of soy or coconut wax. They’ll burn longer than those made of paraffin wax, and they won’t leave behind airborne chemicals. Place your candles on floating shelves or mirrored trays to maximize their alluring qualities.

Now that you’re armed with plenty of inspiration, what will your luxurious home spa look like? Turn on some soothing music, let your mind unwind and dream of all the possibilities.

This story was written by the Houzz Sponsored Content team.