Imagine spending days with an interior designer trying to plan the look of your house but leaving out your bathroom in the process. The living room, kitchen, bedroom and even outdoors are a priority when it comes to designing and decorating but we always forget about the bathroom. It is a room which is used by everyone all the time. So, it is only fair to have that room looking presentable and stylish.
If you’re looking for tips on how to style your bathroom then keep on reading. From choosing tiles to buying the right kind of accessories for your bathroom, this article will provide you with some bathroom styling tips that are perfect for small and big bathrooms.
Down To The Basics
Just like the rest of your house, your bathroom needs to be planned out and designed before the plumbing is installed. This means that the tiles, the colour of the walls and the lighting need to be organised beforehand.
If you have an ensuite, keep the colour scheme and theme of the bathroom similar to your bedroom. Many factors can determine the look of your bathroom, the bedroom’s interior design being one of them, but one of the most important factors is lighting. When looking for bathroom styling ideas, always start with the lighting.
Lighten the mood
A bathroom requires an appropriate amount of lighting since this is where you shave, dress up, do makeup and more. However, it doesn’t always have to be harsh bright lights that can be almost blinding especially if you’re using the bathroom in the middle of the night.
You can have a dimly lit bathroom with separate mirror lights that allow you to look at yourself with the utmost clarity in the mirror. Take it a step further with a dimmer switch, so you can switch up the lighting from dim to bright with just the turn of a dial.
The amount of light in a bathroom also determines what colour the walls should be and the type of tiles you need to install. Some people prefer to have a little natural lighting for their bathrooms as well. Hence, all these factors combined should help you determine the colour of the walls.
Splash some colour
The walls of your bathroom can make or break the look of the room. If you’re going for tiles up to the ceiling, you will still need a colour scheme in mind. Whether you want a light or dark colour scheme always make sure that you don’t go overboard with the colours.
Dramatic Black
Dark colours for bathrooms are a very popular choice among many. However, black is a very bold choice and you have to be sure of what you’re doing. If you plan on using black tiles, alternate the overall colour with white bathroom fittings and a lot of backlighting. A bit of contrast can do wonders for your bathroom especially when you are dealing with black.
Grey and Yellow
If you don’t want to go as dark as black, grey is a great option. Blocking out your bathroom walls with grey and yellow is surprisingly pleasing to the eye. While yellow is a very bright colour, grey immediately tones down the brightness and brings subtle complexity to the room. We recommend dividing the wall into the top and bottom half. This way you can have the upper portion be a bright yellow and the lower half be a toned-down grey. The dual-tone works perfectly with natural light as well as artificial light.
Mystical Purple
Purple is not a common colour when it comes to painting your bathroom walls but it is a beautiful colour. Whether it is purple paint or purple tiles, covering your bathroom walls in this colour is a great option. When we say mystical, we are referring to a darker shade of purple. Violet is not as light absorbent as black and provides the perfect background to shiny bathroom accessories. Silver, gold and especially copper bathroom accessories will stand out against this colour. You can take it a step further with all your bathroom linen being different shades of purple.
Something Blue
Blue is a very soothing colour and fits perfectly within a bathroom setting. Turquoise, teal, pastel blue and navy blue are fairly bright shades of blue that can give the walls of your bathroom a very dramatic yet soft effect. Contrast the blue walls with white fittings and bathroom accessories and you will have a beautiful bathroom in no time. Blue colour has very summery vibes to it and can instantly brighten up your bathroom. This colour also allows you to play with patterns and prints. From mosaic-patterned shower curtains to beautifully designed blue-coloured towels, you can do a lot with this colour.
Pastel Pink
Another common choice of bathroom wall colour is a light shade of pink or pastel pink. It is very easy to go very wrong with this colour, so be careful how you style your bathroom. Pastel pink walls can be really soothing to the eyes and are the perfect background for some interesting bathroom accessories. You can play around with tiles that have special prints on them or tiles of a contrasting colour. Metallic fittings and a good wash of light are the perfect way to style your bathroom with this colour.
Go Neutral
When in doubt, go neutral. While white is the most common choice of colour for bathrooms, you can never go wrong with neutral or nude colours. Beige, sand, light browns and mustard are great colour combinations. You can have wooden shelves in their natural colour and contrast them with white bathroom fittings such as the bathtub and the sink.
Make it White
Colouring the walls of your bathroom white doesn’t make it any less interesting. It allows you to style your bathroom in whichever way you want. Whether you want to use colourful linens or just decorate the room with plants, white allows you to do so.
Styles of Tiles
Tiles can really change the game when it comes to your bathroom. Whether it is just the floor or the floor and the walls, tiles can easily change the look of your room. You can either go for simple tiles or you can go for something a little funkier.
There are several types of tiles available in the market so making a decision might be a bit hard. Marble tiles are a great option and can add a touch of grace to the room without much effort. On the other hand, you can choose a solid colour tile. Solid-coloured tiles can easily brighten up your bathroom.
Among other options are terrazzo, vintage, geometric tiles and more. All of these are great options for the bathroom. If you’re looking for tiles to cover a specific wall- mosaic tiles, small black tiles and mirror tiles are popular options. They give the walls a distinctive look and make your bathroom look edgy and fun.
Bathroom Fittings
After dealing with the plumbing of the bathroom, the next step would be to install all the bathroom fittings. There is a reason why there are so many different designs and styles of taps, sinks, bathtubs and showers available in the market. It is because these fittings can give your bathroom that unique look that you’ve been searching for.
You can play around with colours, location and variety when it comes to bathroom fittings. Black and metallic colours are common for taps and showers. So, you can get yourself an antique-looking tap for your vintage-style bathroom or a matte black showerhead for your all-white bathroom.
Another popular trend in bathrooms is freestanding bathtubs. Instead of getting a built-in, you can simply get a freestanding bathtub that is located in the middle of the bathroom or anywhere you want. The only requirement is that you would need a big bathroom for this. Freestanding bathtubs also look great under natural light. So, if you have a huge window in your bathroom, we recommend placing the bathtub nearby and surrounding it with some plants for a relaxing bath.
Always Accessorise
Bathroom accessories are an important part of any bathroom. Soap dispensers, toilet roll holders, shelves, towel racks, etc. are the usual accessories that your bathroom needs. But you can easily add a few more things to make your bathroom stand out.
Wallpaper
This is a great way to change the look of your bathroom. You can have your bathroom walls covered with characters from your favourite TV show or have something as simple as leaves covering your walls. Wallpapers can be quite diverse and that is what makes them an interesting piece of decoration for your bathroom.
Plants
Who doesn’t love a bit of flora within their homes? Plants can really brighten up any room, your bathroom included. They can add a touch of brightness to darker-coloured bathrooms. Moreover, green plants always provide a great contrast to most colours. It also gives your bathroom the natural look that can be very pleasing to the eyes.
Paintings
This is the last thing one thinks of when styling a bathroom. Paintings are not a common piece of decoration for bathrooms but they can be a great way to decorate bare walls. Don’t put artistic masterpieces in your bathroom, that would be awkward. Small paintings of abstract art, landscapes or geometric shapes and patterns can make your bathroom look unique.
