How to Create a Smart Bathroom

Smart shower systems allow you to program your shower to fit your schedule and needs. You can have pre-set times for your shower to turn on or off. Digital showerheads let you maintain the same temperature throughout your shower. Or they can let you know when the water’s too hot or cold. This makes for a more comfortable and safer experience. Many smart showerheads make getting ready more fun. Some showerheads have speakers that sync up to your favorite playlist and LED lights to create a mood.

Smart lighting gives you all the control you need to get the most out of your lights. Bathroom lighting can be calming, ambient or functional. Some fixtures come with a smart switch that lets you control your lighting from your smart phone. Some devices are voice-activated or motion-activated products, making them ideal for nighttime visits.

Smart light bulbs are energy efficient and last longer than regular bulbs. Smart lighting makes it easy to switch a wall or ceiling light from a relaxing, soft glow to a bright white for tasks.

Few rooms use more water and energy in your home than the bathroom. Smart faucets make tasks easier and help you use water more wisely. Programmable timers can let you precisely fill a tub or sink. Touchless faucets make washing hands or brushing teeth more convenient. Digital faucets can regulate water flow and adjust temperatures for a more efficient use of hot water. Touch-free, motion-activated faucets make sure the water is turned off after you walk away.

Smart toilets take an essential task and take it to a luxury level. These high-tech toilets add comfort by providing everything from heated seats to voice-activated music. Some smart toilets have motion sensors that raise or lower the seat. Others are self-cleaning, saving maintenance time. Hands-free flushing provides a welcome level of hygiene. As an added convenience, pair your smart toilet with a smart bidet that can be programmed to spray warm water followed by warm air dryers.

Mirrors work hard in a bathroom, but they can do even more when equipped with smart technology. Smart bathroom mirrors can have environmental controls like built-in demisting features to combat steamy showers. They can provide adjustable lights that automatically brighten the room or focus on one task, such as shaving. Some smart mirrors double as entertainment centers. You can brush your teeth while checking messages or traffic. When paired with a health app or special scales, some smart mirrors can track health changes or provide exercise recommendations.

Smart devices can add a new level of comfort, convenience and safety to any bath. These include:

• Smart home systems can work by using your voice or smart phone. They connect your smart fixtures, devices, lighting and more.
• Smart outlets allow you to control devices without a central system. Once plugged in, you can use your smart phone to do things like schedule when lights come on or off.
• Smart bathmats work with health apps on smart phones to provide weight and other health information.
• Smart bathroom fans can use sensors to detect moisture levels and only turn on when necessary. Some also let you stream music through moisture-resistant speakers.
• Smart medicine cabinets have cooling capabilities to keep certain medications and heat sensitive products at the right temperature. Some even have smart tech that alerts you to take your medicine.
• Smart soap, shampoo or conditioner dispensers can be programmed to deliver just the right amount of hands-free help in the shower or at the sink.