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One of the most dangerous spots in your home can be the medicine cabinet. It is so easy to mistake one medicine bottle for another, to reach quickly and take the wrong one. Just a little thought and planning will go a long way in preventing accidents. Organize the cabinet so that dangerous drugs and medicines are placed on an upper shelf. Colognes and perfumes should go on another, as should mouth washes and deodorants. The bottom shelf is the best spot for items used every day.

If possible, purchase a medicine cabinet that can be locked, where you can keep possibly dangerous cleaning materials in a separate cabinet. Exercise utmost caution in disposing of aerosol cans; never discard in an incinerator—they are highly combustible.

If there are small children in the home, medicines and cleaning preparations that are poisonous should be kept in a locked compartment or stored in an area that is definitely out of their reach. Children can be vulnerable especially when they are unaware of the dangers they may encounter.

Bathtubs have long been the scene of accidents, but bathtub casualties can be averted. If you are buying a new bathtub, get one with a slip-resistant surface; some even have built- in grip rails that provide an extra margin of safety for children, as well as the elderly and the physically handicapped. For older tubs, there are adhesive-backed rubber treads that can be applied for a slip-resistant surface. All you have to do is peel off backing strip, and press firmly to bottom of tub. They do not loosen regardless of moisture and cleaning, and are available in colorful strips or floral patterns. There are also safety mats that can be used in the tub to prevent falls.

What are your decorating needs?

No longer is the bathroom just a room in which to shower and shave. Regardless of whether it is old or new, a family bathroom, guest bathroom, or children’s bathroom, it can be decorated in a manner that is colorful, functional, and easy to care for. The decorating theme can follow that of the rest of the house because bathroom floors, wall coverings, accessories, and linens can now be chosen from as wide a range of colors and styles as furnishings for any other room.

Because bathrooms are often small, sometimes windowless, every effort should be made to make them as cheerful as possible. Also, they can feature bolder colors and more dramatic treatment than rooms that are occupied for many hours each day.

Pinpoint the needs of those who will use the bathroom, consider them carefully and make your plans accordingly before remodeling or redecorating. Each type or size of family has different requirements. Keep them in mind when embarking on your decorating project.

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