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\"PrimaryWhile it\u2019s no secret what a bathroom is ultimately for, sometimes you don\u2019t want the toilet to be the first thing you see \u2013 or at the very least, not the focus of the room \u2013 especially in a primary bathroom<\/a>. That\u2019s what makes a water closet, also called a toilet room, an attractive option for a primary bathroom remodel.<\/p>\n

\u201cA water closet not only offers privacy, but it can also help improve the overall presentation of the space,\u201d Normandy Designer Kathryn O\u2019Donovan<\/a> says. \u201cIf you want a more dramatic effect for your primary bathroom, and have the square footage, a water closet might be a good option.\u201d<\/p>\n

Sometimes moving the location of the door can help shift focus from the toilet<\/a>, if aesthetics are your only concern, but a fully private water closet can help on those busy mornings when everyone is rushing to get ready and could benefit from some privacy.<\/p>\n

\u201cA water closet can help improve the function of a shared bathroom, whether that\u2019s for a couple, or the kids\u2019 bathroom<\/a>,\u201d Kathryn says. \u201cNo matter how comfortable you and your family members are around each other, sometimes you just need that separate space.\u201d<\/p>\n

A water closet with a door also has hygienic benefits, as it helps contain airborne particles in one space after flushing.<\/p>\n

Depending on your layout, you may be able to build around your existing toilet location. If that\u2019s not possible, and you want to move the location of your toilet, then one of the factors that comes into play is the location of the joists, and making sure the new location is properly supported structurally.<\/p>\n

Water closets, which are basically a small adjoining room, offer an opportunity to get creative with design elements, as well. Maybe a tile color<\/a> or wallpaper pattern that you thought was too overwhelming for a larger space could offer a nice pop of personality here.<\/p>\n

Thinking about revamping your primary suite, primary bathroom or a shared bathroom for the kids? Schedule a time<\/a> to talk with Kathryn about any ideas you may have. You can also check out our bathroom photo gallery<\/a> for inspiration or subscribe to our newsletter<\/a> for periodic design tips straight to your inbox. Follow us on Instagram<\/a>, Facebook<\/a>, LinkedIn<\/a>, Pinterest<\/a> and Bluesky<\/a> to see more inspiration in your social media feeds.<\/p>\n

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