Two colour combination for bathroom walls: Bathroom colour schemes – Bathroom colour ideas for your space

Bathroom colour schemes – Bathroom colour ideas for your space

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Bathroom colour schemes are essential for getting the look, feel and design just right your bath or shower room. Creating the right ambience is key for a bathroom especially, because while we use it every day it’s the place that at times we need to feel completely indulgent – run a bath and shut the world out kind of vibes.

To inject a touch of personality break free of a staid, safe designs and add pops of colour. Adding a bright hue to your bathroom will really lift your whole home, bringing this functional space into line with the rest of your decor. Or, if you prefer a chic and modern take on interiors, you can choose muted greys to complement your otherwise neutral bathroom colour scheme. The ambience can be left entirely to the right lightning.

The right colour can completely transform a bathroom. Take a look at our bold and bright bathroom colour schemes for all your decorating inspiration..

Bathroom colour schemes

1. Add depth with a blue-green

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Keep your bathroom simple with a white suite and chrome brassware, then ring the changes with a deep blue-green wall colour – enabling you to switch up your style by simply re-painting.

Building out a shallow shelf and tiling with plain white tiles not only hides waste pipes but also offers the perfect ledge for fresh foliage, bringing in pops of vibrant green to the scheme. The oval bath cuts corners to enhance a sense of space – a great small bathroom idea.

2. Work with all shades of grey

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For a cosy, cocooning fee, grey bathroom ideas literally make the walls feel like they are closing in on you. Painting the bath in a paler grey and adding wooden accessories will give an added dimension and prevent the grey walls becoming overbearing.

Creating a panelled effect in the bathroom will not only add character it will also break up a flat area of painted grey wall – light will hit the panelling at different points and change its shade and tone, therefore adding interest.

3. Mix pebble and stone

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Mix greys, off-whites and browns with touches of shell pink to create a neutral scheme with a pretty edge. Pair up opposites for a look thats inspired by nature but sophisticated, too. Team slate floor tiles with pretty polished-stone mosaics; tough concrete-grey walls with soft pink towels; smooth wood with rustic wicker.

Finish the look by adding a floating shelf painted in the same colour as the wall and use to display toiletries together with beachcombing treasures.

4. Choose nautical blues

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Evoke a summery image of bright skies and deep sea by teaming Azure blue walls with a fresh white bath. This simple nautical bathroom idea creates a relaxed yet confident scheme by boldly mixing a Mediterranean palette with touches of globally-inspired prints, such as mosaic and trellis designs, on blinds and towels.

Accessorise using texture with the addition of wooden and woven pieces.

5. Pick plaster pink

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Give a downstairs cloakroom some pretty vintage touches. Start by choosing a soft pink for the walls, add lace embossed tiles and finish with a flourish of pretty pre-loved accessories to complete the look.

If it is a small cloakroom, paint all walls (including the ceiling) in the same colour for a super immersive feel and choose an off-cut of scalloped edged lace to dress the windows, too.

6. Be bold with black and gold

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Create drama in the bathroom by painting walls and ceiling jet black, painting the ceiling not only gives the room an immersive feel it also smooths out the lines of a sloping roof.

Add designer touches by choosing statement tiles and brass clad units for a real touch of luxe. The gold brassware echoes the glamorous feel of this bathroom whilst the addition of fauna & foliage keeps the look grounded.

7. Try lilac and primrose yellow

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Blousy florals and pretty shades don’t have to be kept solely in the bedroom, give your bathroom a touch of ‘Designer-Downton’ with a flower bouquet print in shades of yellow and lilac.

Team with a clever wall panelling idea – this design is painted in a complementary shade of purple. Finish with painting the bath in a matching lilac. Freshly cut flowers, or cologne filled glass bottles creates a summery mood.

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You don’t need bright colours to make a statement in a bathroom. This bathroom has stuck to a beautiful neutral palette of beige, white and putty. The striking tiled wall introduces pattern to transform these traditionally safe shades.

9. Pair yellow and grey

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Pantone has named Ultimate Gray and Illuminating their colours of 2021. The yellow and grey shade is a surprise match made in heaven. Make the duo work in your bathroom with a two tone wall.

Keep the grey to the bottom half and match with grey accessories to ground the room. The yellow shade is the cherry on top, brightening up the entire space.

10. Turn to the dark side with black fittings

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Black interiors are a trend that shows no signs of ebbing. However, black walls in a bathroom is a big risk as it can darken the space. Instead, dip your toe in the trend with black fittings such as a bath and wall panel. Keep the rest of the room bright and breezy11. Stick to earthy terracotta and copper with white tiles.

11. Stick to earthy terracotta and copper

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Pink is everywhere at the moment. If you think fluffy candy-floss shades when you hear pink, this strong earthy take on the shade will change on that.

Add the warmth of pink into a room with terracotta shades and copper fittings. The deep earthy colours perfectly compliment the exposed brick wall, softening the industrial look.

12. Keep it simple with white

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White is a classic colour scheme in the bathroom for a reason. It is bright, airy and the perfect match for a porcelain sink and bath. Contrast the shine of the white marble tiles with matte monochrome accents.

13. Add height with a split colour scheme

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It’s an oldie but a goodie, using a stronger colour on the lower part of the wall to stretch the height – an optical illusion of course. This simple trick helps to create to break up the wall and create the feeling of space – ideal for use in smaller bathrooms.

In this stylish example a sophisticated shade of green is used on wood panelling to add definition to the colour break. A brilliant white above helps to elevate the colour contrast. Smart walnut cabinetry and touches of monochrome add a touch of characterful elegance to the look.

14. Keep it fresh in off-white and pastel

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All tiled everything works a treat in this chic bathroom space. The simplicity of pairing neutral shades and diluted pastels in different tile choices helps to add interest, while allowing the scheme to remain fresh and unfussy.

The paired-back nature of the lime wood cabinetry helps to keep the feel light and airy. The fresh colour scheme welcomes metallic touches to stand out, just enough without looking too gaudy.

15. Go dark and dramatic with grey

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Colour has a huge impact on mood, and bathrooms have a tendency to sidestep polarizing hues in favour of pale neutrals and whites, which are refreshing and easy to live with.

At the opposite end of the spectrum, darker shades of grey including slate, are also popular for creating a cocooning effect. Brooding dark shades provide the perfect backdrop for rich metallics, such as gold or brass.

16. Work a characterful two-tone contrast

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If clean white is working in your space but you wish to add a hint of interest – perhaps it’s a budget bathroom idea or update – why not go half and half?  This bathroom boasts brilliant white walls above a line, that has been perfectly measured and taped to form the illusion of a dado rail.

The bottom half in complete contrast is a combination of a thing stripe in turquoise blue and a block of rich navy below.

17. Opt for blue in an on-trend ombre

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Embrace this season’s ombre micro trend and incorporate the graduated paint effect into your bathroom. Often reserved for modern designs, it can look equally as stunning in a country scheme. If you have a south-facing room, it’s a good idea to invest in a cooler palette. This pale, sea blue has a tranquil, peaceful aura ideal for a room that receives the sunlight all day.

18. Create ambience with rich purple tones

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Bask in the glow of metallics and shiny surfaces. Add a heady, intoxicating note to a bathroom with a reflective copper bath to enhance rich bramble wall tones. Accessorise with comforting fluffy towels and a toe-warming mat. This season it is all about dark, heady colours and lush linens.

Work in a few nature-inspired accessories for good measure.

19. Go for invigorating green

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Pep up a white room with a vivid colour. Push the boundaries of your colour barometer and go for the brightest blast you can muster. If you love one colour, use it to the max. In this scheme mixed-pattern mosaic tiles in dark and light green adorn the walls and window, giving this modern scheme colourful style.

20. Accessorise with sunshine yellow

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Give a block colour scheme a new lease of life with a burst of vibrant colour. If the thought of bright walls fills you with dread but you still want to incorporate colour without taking drastic action, then consider introducing a few zingy accessories and soft furnishings.

Easy to change and cost-effective, you won’t need to strip your walls bare if you decide that this look isn’t for you, or you just fancy a change. Sunshine is just the thing to make you feel happy every time you use the space.

21. Strike a balance with monochrome

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Choosing a monochrome colour scheme always helps to create a striking finish, without overpowering with accent colours. In this sleek bathroom the walls and furniture choices are black while the free-standing bath and Metro tile surround is kept classic in white.

The patterned flooring helps to marry the shades and add further character to the scheme.

22. Add interest with contrasting coloured tiles

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Decorate your space with coloured tiles. For a look that is highly contemporary and original, lay wall tiles in contrasting hues chevron-style to create a bespoke space, as per this bathroom tile idea. A mix of blush pink, teal green and black combines well to enhance the modernity of this bathroom.

Remember, less is more, so think petal pinks as an accent and include no more than three tonal shades in your palette. Use black as the base. Like white, it’s the colour that sets off any pink to its best advantage.

23. Keep things natural

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Look to the earth for inspiration. This taupe and limestone colour combination has a beautifully grounded feel to it, ideal for a space to relaxing and enjoy some timeout.

The neutral colour palette across all the tiled surfaces and the furniture helps to create a feeling of serenity, like that of a natural spa. The stone and putty colours are perfectly matched with mint green accessories to add a hint of uplifting colour in contrast.

24. Choose complementary colours

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Bring a plain white bathroom to life with a feature wallpaper. A sweet coastal-inspired design is all that’s needed to add charm and oodles of character. Using a statement bathroom wallpaper in a designated place – around the bath and above dado height only – will make it all the more special.

In this room, the blue and red of the wallpaper has been used on accessories as an easy way to co-ordinate the scheme. Off-white floor tiles, laid with a dark grout, introduce a touch of difference.

25. Make it multicoloured

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Add interest to a white scheme with accent tiling. Line recessed shelves with colour-coded tiles to turn them into a design feature in their own right. To create recessed shelving, you’ll need to build a false wall, which can also be used to keep plumbing out of sight. Finish of the look with a bold, yellow rubber floor, which is unashamedly loud and proud.

26. Light up in pink

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Give a white bathroom a hint of colour with clever bathroom lighting ideas. This walk-in shower has been illuminated with coloured LED lights, which have been embedded into the walls. Great for emphasising architectural features, highlighting wet areas and creating an intimate glow, clever bathroom lighting adds drama to any scheme.

The right lighting can soften a bathroom’s hard surfaces, while mood lighting helps the room become a relaxing haven. Glass and high-gloss finishes help to bounce the light around the room. Install a dimmer switch for the best effect.

27. Contrast colours

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Transform your shower into an elegant feature. For a truly contemporary look, consider tiling in an unusual contrasting colour. Get a cheerful look using nautical brights. Here, red wall tiles add a hit of vibrant colour inside the alcove shower cubicle. Strong, durable and easy to clean, porcelain tiles offer a floor covering that’s ideal for a bathroom environment.

28. Add vitality to a grey scheme

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Team zesty yellow with classic fittings for a sophisticated mix. Primrose yellow walls warm the cool grey scheme up with uplifting vitality.A white basin set into a stone console creates an attractive Art Deco style, while its elegant mirrored legs match the display of chrome fittings set on the wall.

29. Think (pale) pink

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Introduce a dash of blush pink to your scheme for a bold or barely there effect. If you think pink is best suited to country schemes, you’d be wrong. Used in a subtle way, pink can look equally good in a modern setting. A nod to the chevron trend is made with a contrasting zigzag on plain curtains, while sleek fittings ensure that the decoration remains the focus.

30. Dare to go dark and dramatic

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In a tiny cloakroom, be adventurous and try out a dream decorating scheme that would just be too overwhelming – or expensive – in a larger bathroom. This fabulous space has it all: a fantastically dark floor-to-ceiling trailing floral wallpaper, sculptural bronze wash basin, glistening vanity unit and gold-framed artwork. The black polished granite countertop and upstand is reflective, glamorous – and even practical, too.

31. Awaken the senses with red

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That’s one way to ensure your wake with a spring in your step. Go dramatic in your bathroom with strong colour and geometric pattern. Claret-red walls are decorated with white hexagon tiles set with red grout for a striking effect. The stand-alone, designer basin and mixer tap give the room ultra-cool character, while quirky accessories, such as this wave hand hook and a Moorish mother-of-pearl mirror, take the look East.

Have you been inspired by these bathroom colour schemes?

Bathroom Color Schemes To Enliven Your Home

By Stefan Gheorghe | Published on Jul 22, 2022 Reviewed by Lance Crayon

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Choosing bathroom color schemes is an investment. A variety of bathroom remodel color schemes are available. Give yourself plenty of time to select the right ones. Your time is an investment. When you find what you’re looking for, the experience will be rewarding. 

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National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) survey found that bathrooms and kitchens continue top the list of the most common remodeling projects. Among all projects, 74 percent were bathrooms while 67 percent involved kitchens.

“As homeowners continue to make modifications to their homes, it’s important that they do their research and hire a qualified professional. Whether it’s a small project or a whole house remodel, a qualified professional remodeler can help homeowners create a space that works for them,” said NAHB Remodelers Chair Steve Cunningham.

Top Paint Brands For Residential Bathrooms

• PPG – In 2020, PPG was the number one selling paint brand worldwide. The company’s annual global sales surpassed $15.1 billion.
• Sherwin Williams – You can’t have a list of the best paint brands without Sherwin Williams listed on it. SW is the number one-selling paint brands in the US, which shouldn’t surprise anyone.
• Farrow & Ball – Already a hit in Europe, Farrow & Ball is making a name of itself in the US market. Ever since the company unveiled its California Collection, a series of eight neutral tone paint colors, US homeowners have been going crazy over the interior hues. – The California Collection palette was created in partnership with US designer, Kelly Wearstler.
• Tnemec – When Tnemec released its StrataShield line, it was a watershed moment for the global interior paint industry. The paint can withstand physical and chemical abuse, including repeated abrasion, frequent cleanings, and thermal shock, while providing an attractive finish for interior surfaces.

Science Of Bathroom Color Schemes

The colors available on the market are heavily trend-driven, which means that while your bathroom may look beautiful, it may lack your personality. By considering color psychology, you may create the appropriate environment in your bathroom. 

Additionally, it will reduce your purchasing options and ensure that your space is ideally customized to your demands. Each color has its implications, which correspond to distinct moods and emotions.

Blue

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When we think about blue, the color conjures images of a clear sky and ocean water. Blue bathroom color schemes evoke feelings of tranquillity, nourishment, and solace. 

Blue is associated with bathroom interiors more than other rooms. A variety of blue tints are available that will give your space a soothing vibe.

Green

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Green is the color associated with nature and tranquility. According to legend, it is the most calming color for human eye exposure and can evoke sentiments of joy, warmth, and even hope. 

Include a green shower curtain, a potted plant, or even some window treatment in your bathroom to create a stress-free and relaxing bubble bath experience.

Orange And Yellow 

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Any of these two colors can add warmth to your space. Additionally, they are colors that convey vitality and confidence, making them ideal for viewing during your morning shower. Caution is advised since prolonged exposure can elicit feelings of anger or irritability. 

A solution to this would be to choose to mix yellow and orange hues into little objects such as towels and storage containers. In this manner, you may give your bathroom an interesting personality without spoiling your mood.

Which Bathroom Colors Should Be Avoided?

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Our restrooms are frequently smaller spaces with a focus on personal hygiene and grooming. Due to the small size of the majority of bathrooms, we want the space to be bright and inviting. Golden browns and olive greens are two hues that work against the grain in the bathroom.

How To Decorate Your Bathroom with Color

Decorating your bathroom space with the right colors is not an easy task, but it’s also not rocket science.  

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One can never go wrong with neutral tones. With smaller bathrooms. don’t be afraid to take chances. Here are a few methods on how you can use color while maintaining a clean, bathroom space.

• Accent wall
• Colorful tiles
• Colorful vanity
• Plants
• Wall art
• Colorful rugs
• Colorful towels

Bathroom Pattern Ideas 

Bathroom patterns augment your bathroom space. Choosing the right pattern is challenging but also rewarding. Let’s take a look at a few popular bathroom patterns. 

Master Bathroom Color Schemes

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Sweetlake Interior Design LLC infused country bathroom color schemes to create this rustic layout. A herringbone floor pattern makes the space feel bigger. Quartzite countertops, a robust shower space, and a TV makes this bathroom space a desirable destination.  

Double-Sink Bathroom Setup

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A dual sink master bathroom layout from Christen Ales Interior Design. Gray cabinets anchor the white bathroom. Gold-colored faucet fixtures add class while the large mirrors make the space feel bigger.

White Bathroom Color Schemes

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John Kraemer & Sons took advantage of the narrow bathroom space to create a stylish and striking layout. White Quartz countertops compliment a large shower area. The double sink vanity and marble add the space’s cohesive effect.

Black and White Bathroom Color Schemes

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Designed by Lee Edwards, this shower layout features black and white porcelain tile in small hexagon shapes. Quartz countertops and flat-panel cabinets round out the overall layout. 

Bathroom Paint Colors

The bathroom is the most personal space in your home. It’s one room where you never need an excuse to visit. It offers privacy and relaxation.   

Here are a few suggestions for bathroom colors to help you create the ambiance you deserve.

Beige

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Beige bathroom color schemes provide a calming effect. This Japanese Zen bathroom features light wood hues and green accents for a sharper image.

Feng shui bathroom color schemes offer a soothing aesthetic. You’ll notice how a window sits in place of a mirror, providing a connection to the outdoors. A cool tone is achieved with light beige walls and a black jade wash basin. Meanwhile, wood accents offer warmth and contrast. 

Taupe

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Taupe is the best neutral color for bathrooms. Gray and brown colors add a contemporary twist to this timeless layout.

Taupe comes in a variety of shades. Consider a brighter taupe shade and pair it with a purple base to add classic color decor to your bathroom. 

Light Blue

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When we talk about this color, we’re referring to that stunning shade of blue that you can see when you look up into the sunny sky.

A spa-like ambiance can be created by painting the walls a light blue, but the same effect can also be achieved by painting the accent walls a similar shade of blue. For a somewhat more muted variation that evokes tranquility, choose a version with a gray foundation.

Pistachio

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This color injects a burst of vitality into your space without becoming overpowering. It complements bright white accessories, resulting in streamlined and sophisticated bathroom décor. 

Creamy White

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This timeless shade of white gives a touch of warmth to a cooler, darker area. This stunning neutral goes with softer accent hues like light pink, lavender, or vintage-patina metallics. 

Charcoal

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If you want a more dramatic bathroom appearance, use charcoal. It’s a darker, more elegant counterpart of gentle gray. While it is slightly deeper in tone, it contains warm tones, making it flexible. 

Light Green

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Light green is a soothing color that contributes to the cooling effect of an extremely bright room. This tint pairs well with other natural earth tones, such as sand and taupe.

Waterproof Paint For Bathrooms

With the matte-finish style continuing to grow in popularity, bathroom paint may be the answer to the décor conundrum of which type of paint to put on your bathroom walls. 

Benjamin Moore, Sherwin Williams, and other major paint manufacturers have created bathroom-specific paints that contain antimicrobial ingredients that inhibit the growth of mildew and mold, bathroom paint is waterproof in this regard.

While your bathroom paint may be resistant to mildew and mold, it will not be completely impervious to the impacts of its moist environment.

While utilizing a specialized bathroom paint is beneficial, the most effective approach to “waterproof” your bathroom’s paintwork is to forego the on-trend matte and start looking for glossy or semi-glossy finishes. 

Preserve the matte finish and minimize moisture by ensuring that your bathroom has an exhaust fan for optimum ventilation.

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Bathroom Design Color Schemes for 2022

Here are the latest color schemes for bathroom designs and remodels.

Cream 

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A cream and white bathroom color scheme offers a country farmhouse vibe. Bathrooms weren’t traditionally colorful spaces. If your bathroom is traditional, you might enjoy a neutral color scheme. Cream and white tones offer a relaxed and traditional feel.

Cherry Red 

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Glossy red wall tiles and red bath mats are a cheerful and bright way to add spunk to an otherwise white bathroom. The color scheme invokes a hospital environment. It emits a clean and germ-free aesthetic.

Amaranth

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It’s a hot color right now, and for good reason. Amaranth is not pink, it’s not red, but it’s a beautiful, rich cross between the two that is neither too frilly nor too masculine. The unexpected coordinating shower curtain and cabinet doors reveal the power of color accents.

Mint

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Fresh and unfailingly cheerful and white make a surprising color scheme. In tiny bathrooms, where every square inch matters.

An encompassing small-scale wallpaper print in the color scheme breaks the solidarity of the walls and makes the space feel larger. Flanking silver and white sconces heighten the space’s appeal.

Pale Blue

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The colors here create a warm, traditional, and serene environment. Pale blue and white as a popular color combination. As a bathroom color scheme, it brightens the space with natural light. 

Coastal Blue

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There’s something fresh about the color combination of coastal blue and white. This is evidenced in a bright, sparkling bathroom. Mosaic tiles around the bathtub are the clear highlight of this gorgeous spa-like space.

Midnight Blue 

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You could substitute many dark, dark colors in for the midnight blue and still have a striking bathroom color scheme. We like this midnight blue, with all of its subtle tonal variations in different lighting – greens, blues, greys, and even blacks are all evidenced here, set off by the contrasting white tiles and fixtures.

Gray

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This classic color combination works well for a color scheme for any style of bathroom – from the very traditional to the contemporary. 

Subway Tiles

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A more traditional black and white bathroom, with subway tile walls and black-and-white tiled floors.

Rustic Blue

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Notice how the wood mirror frame gives this bathroom a rustic look. As a color accent, orange is the ideal choice against a light blue backsplash. White trim, cabinetry, and a raised wash basin complement the light blue color scheme. 

Charcoal Gray 

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Modern and sexy, this color combination adds an almost romantic vibe to the bathroom. White bathroom fixtures enhance the minimalist design. The contemporary space and contrasts against a moody hue.

Lavender 

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The sleek, contemporary lines of a modern bathroom are a lovely juxtaposition to the sweeter bathroom color scheme shown here. A retro feel comes through in the large-scale wallpaper, adding plenty of visual interest while not taking away from the important architectural details.

Rose Pink 

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If you’ve got yourself a house with a circa 1950 bathroom, you might be quite familiar with the rose pink tile conundrum. You don’t have to rip it all out to have a chic, contemporary bathroom. Simplify your storage and wall art and update your porcelain fixtures, and maybe you’ll learn to love the blush hue like your grandmother did.

Tiny Bathroom Color Scheme

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White and more white. Bathrooms are notoriously white, at least to a degree. Rather than fighting against this fact, maybe a good idea is to make it the entire crux of your bathroom color scheme.  

Men’s Bathroom Color Schemes

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A geometric tile floor adds warmth and personality without taking away from a white bathroom color scheme. {simonkennedy}.

White Bathroom Design

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It should come as no surprise to anybody that this gorgeous doorless shower comes in its white-and-white color scheme. Love a wooden accent or two.

White Bathroom Remodel

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Creamy whites are the foundation in this traditional bathroom, warmed up with some tasteful antique accessories and simple but sophisticated window treatments.

Cherrywood

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No, we’re not just talking about components of an ice cream sandwich. The rich tones of a chocolate brown bathroom make even a smaller space feel simultaneously cozy and luxurious. Breaking up the expanse of brown with a geometrically patterned bath rug is a good idea, as is using colored cream tiles between the mirrors.

Turquoise, Pink, And Gold

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Boho bathroom chic colors are fun. With bathroom remodel color schemes, think outside of the box. Before begin painting, determine if the juice will be worth the squeeze. There’s nothing wrong with going over the top as long as you don’t embarrass yourself.  

Traditional White

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Green, white, and wood…with a touch of red. Found paired in nature constantly, kelly green and wood tones are a match made, well, on earth. Plenty of white space in this bathroom makes the colors themselves pop, and some well-edited splashes of red bring the bathroom alive.{smithandvansant}.

Red Brick And Forest Green

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This rustic, traditional farmhouse-bathroom style looks friendly and inviting, thanks to the generous use of warm, earthy tones. Brick tile variations do not overwhelm but provide a soothing atmosphere. 

Red, White, and Black

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Sleek and urban, this color combination works in the contemporary bathroom as well as in other spaces. White grout defines the black tiles, and red plumbing casings set off the unique black fixtures. {a3design}

Pink, White, And Black

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Dressing up a color that can often read as juvenile or girly isn’t hard to do with some black accents. A black framed mirror that mimics the pink damask wallpaper, for example, does wonders in transforming the space into one for grownups.

White And Gold Bathroom Colors

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The epitome of luxury, gold decor touches add a gorgeous element to a soft cream bathroom. Metallics used in this way work best when kept to individually slim profiles, so as not to overwhelm the space or appear gaudy.{architecturaldigest}.

Black 

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While “light” isn’t necessarily a color, it’s used fantastically here as a component of the overall bathroom color scheme. Black walls, floor, and ceiling create a cozy surround of a bathroom space, but exposed hanging light bulbs and undermount lighting add ambiance. 

Gray Neutral

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Varying shades of the same color, such as this bathroom’s warm grey color scheme, provides depth and visual interest while keeping the room cohesive and soothing. Plenty of reflective surfaces keep the organic color scheme from feeling somber.{garyleepartners}.

Black And Gray

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This traditional bathroom gets a contemporary twist with a counter sink and classic details. Pale grey marble countertops and tile add a seamless cohesion to the entire space, while black cabinetry grounds it all.

Striped Wall Paper

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Vertical striped wall paper will make a tiny bathroom seem bigger. A black and white color scheme would be your safest bet.

Concrete Gray

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With bathroom remodel colors, neutral and gray tones offer contemporary flair. In this example, the space follows a brutalist aesthetic. Gold color accents like the free standing bathtub faucet and gold shower door handle provide enough character. 

Strong Contrasts

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Eclectic interiors have lots of character and feature ways to pair materials, finishes, shapes and colors which would otherwise clash and look less great together. Strong rustic accents can be complemented by clean and minimalist contemporary elements to create a unique design.

Vibrant Green

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Designed by Cobalto Studio is. It’s a green oasis with unexpected features and a beautiful layout. Glossy moss green wall tiles are complemented by matte white and light gray surfaces. Dark wood color accents give this area a lush, refreshing, welcoming feel.

White Marble With Black Accents

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Marble works in any bathroom. It’s versatile and timeless. In this bathroom by studio SJB, white marble was used for the flooring, walk-in shower, countertop, lower half of the walls. For greater visual interest, designers chose black as the secondary color.

Light Green 

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Palette materials, colors, finishes and textures are featured in this master bedroom. An ensuite bathroom transforms the spaces into a cohesive pair. Designers Chan and Eayrs add a unique layer of beauty and elegance to the space.

Soft Ivory

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White bathrooms are the standard. The spaces are elegant and sophisticated when following a minimalist aesthetic. Studio Gorman designed this interior with white surfaces and soft ivory tones. 

Bathroom Color Splashes

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Incorporating multiple colors into a room’s décor is a lot of fun and a great way to give it a unique vibe. This is especially true for bathrooms which don’t offer as many customization options as other spaces. Interior design studio Resident Avenue gave this bathroom an accent wall covered in multicolored tiles which turn the vanity corner into a beautiful focal point.

Patterned Wallpaper

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A powder room offers character. Thanks to the elegant wallpaper and wood, the space is balanced and organic. The combination of colors allows the otherwise simple pedestal sink to stand out. Created by Meredith Kleinman Design studio.

Warm Wood Accents

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The ruggedness of the unfinished walls in this bathroom is complemented by the soft lines of the clawfoot tub and the warmth of the solid wood vanity. Additional accent pieces such as the corner pendant lamp add a boho chic vibe. 

Dark Blue

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Dark colors are often avoided in interior design and bright nuances are preferred instead for their ability to make small spaces appear large and airy. However, sometimes it’s good to embrace the darkness, as demonstrated by this sumptuous bathroom created by Doherty Design Studio. 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)FAQ

What are the best colors for a small bathroom?

There are plenty of different colors that work well in a small bathroom, such as soft pink, mellow purple, or dark eggplant.

What colors are popular for bathrooms now?

For a modern and soothing bathroom, you can choose colors such as charcoal, pistachio, or taupe.

What colors go together in the bathroom?

Neutral hues can be paired in a bathroom, just like yellow and orange.

Bathroom Color Schemes: Wrap Up

Bathroom design color schemes run the gamut of remodeling options. Whether looking for white master bathroom ideas or completing a beige tile bathroom makeover, you’ll discover how the experience is rewarding. 

Bathroom color ideas: 28 beautiful bathroom color schemes

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Bathroom color ideas might not be the first element you think of when planning a new scheme, but it should certainly not be an afterthought. 

A good bathroom color scheme is essential for creating the look, feel and design you want in your bathroom or shower room. And you can use everything from tiles to sanitaryware to accessories to create a unique look. 

Adding a bright and beautiful hue to your bathroom will really lift your whole home, bringing this functional space into line with the rest of your decor. The good news is there are so many bathroom ideas and colors to choose from.

Bathroom color ideas

Don’t ignore bathroom color ideas when you remodel – they can utterly transform a space. Using bold wall treatments, vibrant sanitaryware, bright flooring and brilliant accessories, we show you how to use room color ideas to refresh your bathroom.  

1. Drench on the color

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‘We always recommend being adventurous when it comes to color in bathrooms, as secondary spaces they’re a great place to experiment,’ says Lucy Barlow, creative director, Barlow & Barlow. 

‘The color drenching trend is a brilliantly bold technique that can really enhance a smaller room. We went for mustard and pink in this family bathroom because it’s appropriate for a child’s space without being too sickly for any adults who use it as well.’

2. Introduce a playful spirit

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In this bathroom in the home of Aurelia Skincare founder Claire Vero, Salvesen Graham has expertly worked color and pattern. ‘Picking up a color tone in the wallpaper on the panelling and woodwork is a lovely way to introduce a further element of decoration to a scheme,’ says co-founder Mary Graham. ‘For practical reasons, panelling can also provide additional resistance to everyday wear without diluting the bathroom wallpaper’s power to impress. ’

3. Start with a mood

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Spending time looking for bathroom color ideas you like can be daunting. Simplify by first asking what you want the space to say. Is this a family bathroom that needs to be practical and sturdy, or a peaceful place to escape to after work? 

Finding the mood first will help you narrow down color choices. Want to relax? Look to pastels and pale blues. Want a pragmatic space? In that case, go for something neutral. This is a good way to narrow down bathroom color schemes from the start. 

The simplest way to add color in a bathroom is with bathroom paint ideas – but you can add character and depth with wallpaper more effectively, even if it’s only limited to one wall.

4. Use the color wheel to pick soothing bathroom colors

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Pairing colors in bathrooms can be tricky because space is often limited and so color clashes are highlighted. Take advantage of the color wheel to make things easier. The wheel lets you see at a glance how colors relate to each other visually and has been used in design for generations. 

Opposite colors – say red and green – are complementary, whilst those next to each other – like green and blue – blend. Play around till you find your perfect combination.

5. Stay neutral for easy color scheming in a bathroom

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Neutral bathrooms are classics for a reason. They allow colors to inspire feelings of calm and serenity. But they do need breaking up; you can do this by mixing two different neutrals together. Go one shade darker – grey and white, or beige and brown. 

This is a great way to future-proof your bathroom too, as double-neutrals don’t really go out of style. For a balanced look, paint two-thirds of the room the lighter neutral shade and the remaining third the darker.

6. Use the 7-2-1 ratio

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If you want to add a splash of color to your bathroom but you’re not sure how far to go, choose three shades – one neutral, one colorful but light, and one bold. Then, divide these across the space with a ratio of 7-2-1. 

So seven-tenths of the room should be neutral, two-tenths lighter and colorful – leaving the final tenth bold. This will add color to the space in a non-domineering and balanced way.

Find three colors which conventionally go together, like white, grey and light green, and swap out one of the colors for a bolder version – lime green, to create a striking 7-2-1 bathroom color scheme. You can see how it works for green bathroom ideas, above. 

7. Start big, get smaller

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When considering bathroom color ideas, start with the biggest surface first. So begin by painting your widest wall. Then work down to the furnishings, bath and vanity and finally the accessories like the towels, taps and soap dispensers.

Remember the 7-2-1 ratio and combine it with this system of working down. Save the bold colors for the smallest elements of the room.

8. Go dark

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Bathrooms are traditionally seen as white, bright places, but don’t be afraid to go a little darker with bathroom color ideas. A dark color, such as charcoal or indigo, can really make a bathroom pop, especially when used in stark contrast with bright, light finishes. Matt black fittings are becoming more popular all the time, with many of us opting for black and anthracite showers, taps and fittings these days.

Adding another hue to a dark color scheme – a bright green for example – will create a modern, contemporary look.

9. Use patterned wallpaper for the easiest of bathroom color ideas

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‘Wallpapering is a great way to stop bathrooms from feeling too sterile and just perfect for creating truly happy spaces, which I believe every bathroom should be,’ says Nicola Harding, owner of Nicola Harding & Co . 

‘Installing half-height paneling helps protect wallpaper from the danger zone, where water is most likely to splash, while also providing another opportunity to add cheerful colors.’ 

Here, the bath is positioned well away from the walls, offering another layer of protection for the beautiful Ceraudo wallpaper.  

If you’re still concerned, apply Polyvine’s Decorator’s Varnish, which can be brushed over wallpaper to prevent moisture ingress.

10. Take advantage of the fifth wall

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While there’s nothing wrong with a plain white ceiling, for color lovers it’s a missed opportunity. In this gray bathroom, the ceiling – known as the ‘fifth wall’ – is painted in Little Greene’s Yellow Pink, a warm mustard shade that has a cozying effect on the high ceilings, a great look for bathroom ceiling ideas.

Little Greene’s Carmine picks up the pace on the bath, with Farrow & Ball’s Arsenic adding brightness on the shutters. 

‘These colors verge on clashing but, thanks to the subtler wall and floor tiles, they don’t,’ explains Mandarin Stone ’s marketing director Louisa Morgan. 

If you like bathroom tile ideas with textured finishes and interesting shapes, such as the three-dimensional and honeycomb tiles shown above, they are an excellent way of providing enough depth and character.  

11. Subtle but impactful bathroom color ideas? Play with animal prints

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From timber grains to tropical patterns, natural beauty has long been a strong interiors trend, but animal prints in particular have found new popularity over recent months.

Fierce and exotic, big cats are the most glamorous creatures in the 
animal kingdom, so no wonder we’re adopting their spots and stripes 
this season. 

Leaping into homeware too, there’s a touch of the feline on everything from furniture to flooring, but consider taking it to accessories for a look that can be changed with each trend.

12. Use two patterns in the same color

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Embracing strong color, when designed as part of the flow of the rest of a home, can produce joyful results, as shown in this walk-in shower idea. 

‘Boldly colored and patterned tiles can add such personality, dynamism and impact to bathrooms, really lifting the space,’ enthuses Caz Myers, director, Caz Myers Design .  

‘While the tiles may be dramatic, the overall scheme can be timeless if you choose a color that truly resonates. Pattern-wise, go for tiles in two-tone repeats, like these modern geometrics, which, even when mixed, work effectively to create a unique and surprisingly restful space.’

13. Introduce one shot of strong color

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Color-blocking is a great technique for anyone keen to test strong paint colors without over-committing. An all-out approach, with multiple blocks of undiluted color, often clashing, is popular in modern homes. 

But for a more classical look go for one small, clearly defined block of dramatic color. Take inspiration from the Shaker-style bathroom vanity idea shown above. The orange-toned red – try Andrew Martin’s Tomato Frog No. 52 – provides a dynamic focal point against creamy natural stones. 

Restricting the rest of the paintwork to muted tones makes the statement color feels more impactful. Best of all, small injections of saturated color are easy to update.

14. Make subtle changes

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There is no need to dramatically change your style; in fact a neutral background can be the perfect base for bringing color into a bathroom. 

A bold bath mat is a simple and affordable way to add color to your scheme in an instant and can be changed to fit current bathroom trends or, if you simply change your mind. 

15. Add a theatrical element

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This bold hue is often considered a daring choice for interiors, but used creatively it can introduce a welcome burst of energy and flamboyance, great for master bathroom ideas.

Here, pale aqua makes a wonderful backdrop for vibrant accents of red that have been given a light-hearted, theatrical note using stripes and checks.

16. Introduce a colorful mural with waterproof wallpaper

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In an otherwise plain space, wallpaper ideas such as the mural shown above are one of the most dramatic bathroom color ideas you can go for.

Wall&decò ‘s wet system wallpapers are extraordinary: impactful and beautiful, they can even be installed over old – even – tiles to create a space with true wow factor.

17. Revitalize a classic theme

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Breathing new life into the classic coastal look, this blue bathroom idea features a breezy palette of blues, from soft shades of pale sky through to Breton navy, teal and denim. 

For a cozy fisherman’s cottage feel, try a new twist on tongue-and-groove by painting it in a shade that evokes the sea. In this bathroom, the painted panelling and a plinth help define the bathing area. 

18. Introduce interest with wallpaper

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Mixing and matching delicate designs and bold motifs can have remarkably different effects, depending on how they are used. 

In this inviting bathroom, the block color of the wall panelling and floor allows a wonderfully whimsical wallpaper with a strong motif to shine.  Meanwhile, understated border details on the curtain and the towels help to pull the look together for a cohesive feel. 

19. Redecorate in an artist’s palette

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Minty greens and sugary pinks look fresh and clean, a winning bathroom color ideas combination. Dilute the sweetness with a punch of stronger pink and smart black brassware. 

‘While it’s wonderful that we’re all much more open to using stronger colors now, there always needs to be balance and pale pastels make a great neutral backdrop,’ says Dean Keyworth, director of Armstrong Keyworth . 

Do take advantage of the increased availability of custom-colored finishes, like this striking magenta mirror in a bespoke shade created by Balineum. ‘You may have to pay a surcharge for non-standard colors but it’s worth it to achieve a beautifully balanced scheme,’ adds Dean. 

20. Take a leaf from nature

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We take a pick of the latest foliage and floral motifs to bring uplifting color and decorative interest to the bathroom.  The delicate but impactful nature of florals can add a new dimension to any scheme, from traditional to modern bathroom ideas. Here, a rich tropical-style wallpaper sets a relaxed mood in this inviting space centred on an elegant bath.

21. Be bold with an all-over color

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Do you have a favorite bathroom color scheme? Then opt for decorating your whole space in a color that will make you happy day-after-day.

Beloved by ancient Chinese dynasties, the Moors and the Greeks, this enduring blue and white bathroom color combination takes on a fresh, modern feel with the latest indigo and denim tones. 

This en-suite bathroom, with a strong wall color and chequered flooring, echoes the palette of the adjacent room to ensure a unified look. 

22. Introduce exotic botanicals with wallpaper

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Chinoiserie is having a revival and the bathroom is the perfect space to use it. 

Taking inspiration from traditional hand-painted Chinoiserie panels, specialist companies, such as Fromental and de Gournay , and independent designers such as Diane Hill offer bespoke hand-painted designs that are quite simply beautiful.

23. Pick a warm blue bathroom color

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‘Warm blue’ sounds like a contradiction or oxymoron, but if you are searching for blue bathroom color ideas because you love the shade, bear in mind that those shades with a touch of yellow in them are likely to help the room feel warmer – a must in a room that you want to feel inviting and warm.

‘I would only go for a grey-blue in a bathroom that’s flooded with sunlight when you’re mostly likely to be using the room – or if you’re remodelling a house in a warm climate,’ says Homes & Gardens‘ Editor in Chief Lucy Searle. ‘Otherwise the space is going to feel cool and somewhat unwelcoming.’

24. Go for grey, but balance it with warm-looking materials

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If you are drawn to dark bathrooms, it’s really important to contrast the steely gray tones with warmer colors and textures to make the bathroom feel like somewhere you want to spend time in.  

You can, of course, add tiles or towels in warm shades, but grey actually makes a wonderful backdrop to wood and the metallics that complement it, such as brass or copper.

25. Introduce bathroom colors in fabrics and textiles

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This beautiful roll top bath has been cleverly framed between floor-to-ceiling curtains in gorgeous colors, and the scheme has been further layered with lampshades more commonly seen in a bedroom and a rug that picks out the pink in the curtain fabric. 

It creates not just one of the most truly original bathroom color ideas we’ve seen, but also a space that invites you to linger.

26. Create a dramatic contrast

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You can use really impactful tiles to introduce color into your space, but take it a step further with bold, contrasting bathroom wall ideas. 

This color-blocking approach is perfect for the bathroom, but keep the tiling very simple, relying instead on tile shape rather than pattern to create interest.

27. Glamorize white with hints of gold

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You quite simply can’t go wrong with white bathroom color ideas, but match it with stainless steel and it can look a little flat and characterless. 

However, swap out the silver for warmer metals, such as antique gold – in taps, towel radiators, bathroom lighting ideas and accessories – and the subtle white backdrop is enlivened, letting the fittings do the talking.

28. Don’t forget colorful bathroom floors

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If you’ve got a wooden bathroom floor, you can really make the space pop by painting the floorboards. Make sure you prime the floor and sand it before adding two coats of paint to each board. This can give your bathroom a rustic, country-farm inspired look too.

Contrasting color combinations across each board can create a strong monochrome effect. Combine this with a white bathroom and it’s all the color you’ll need.

How do you add color to a bathroom?

To add color to a bathroom (and personality) try incorporating upscaled period furniture into the scheme, turning an essentially functional room into a more personal space. 

Try combining tile finishes too, mixing and matching both natural and man-made options to add texture and depth to a space.

Gone are the days of carpet in bathrooms. Use tiles, stone or timber to bring texture, color and pattern into the room. 

Try creating a feature wall to add interest. A bathroom will also look lighter and brighter if it’s uncluttered. Fit sockets in the cupboards to charge toothbrushes and incorporate a drawer where the hairdryer can be stored and plugged in.

What is the best color for a bathroom?

If you’re pondering about the best color for a bathroom, you’ve come to the right place.

The bathroom is one of the most important rooms in any house, and careful color choices here can go a long way. Although its principal purpose is functional, a bathroom should also be a calm, relaxing and decoratively enticing space.  

Simple, white fixtures and fittings are timeless, but consider making an impact when it comes to surfaces such as walls, ceilings, floors, windows and counter tops. 

High quality bathroom furniture adds a luxurious effect, but it is the background elements that really underpin the feel of the space and allow experimentation with color, texture and pattern.

What colors are best for a small bathroom?

Perhaps you have a cozier space, so you’re wondering what colors are best for a small bathroom?

If your bathroom is big enough, consider drawing attention to one wall with a vibrant wallpaper, tile arrangement, over-sized mirror or striking bathroom art idea – making sure it is framed appropriately to avoid condensation damage.

Small bathrooms can take bold colors just as well as larger rooms. If you’re looking for small en-suite or cloakroom ideas, stick to the same wall treatment throughout. In a larger area, don’t be afraid to ring the changes by using dark stone or tiles in a walk-in shower to add contrast and a really stylish impact.

What is the most relaxing color for a bathroom?

In terms of the most relaxing color for a bathroom, it really depends on personal preference.

Color has a huge impact on mood, and bathrooms have a tendency to sidestep polarizing hues in favor of pale neutrals and whites, which are refreshing and easy to live with. 

At the opposite end of the spectrum, darker shades of grey including slate, are also popular for creating a cocooning spa-like effect. 

What are the bathroom trends in 2022?

Bathroom trends in 2022 include Modernist units and bold patterns, which are making a splash in this room just as much as any other in the home – so make sure that yours isn’t neglected.

Bathrooms should be restful sanctuaries as well as utilitarian spaces, and a well-thought out decorative scheme will reflect both practical and aesthetic elements.

Jennifer is the Digital Editor at Homes & Gardens. Having worked in the interiors industry for a number of years, spanning many publications, she now hones her digital prowess on the ‘best interiors website’ in the world. Multi-skilled, Jennifer has worked in PR and marketing, and the occasional dabble in the social media, commercial and e-commerce space. Over the years, she has written about every area of the home, from compiling design houses from some of the best interior designers in the world to sourcing celebrity homes, reviewing appliances and even the odd news story or two.

32 Best Bathroom Paint Colors

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Whether your space is small or windowless, there’s the perfect shade for you.

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Monique Valeris and Caroline Utz

Updated:
Jan 27, 2022

Amy Bartlam; Design: Kate Lester

Paint has the power to transform a room. The right paint color can make a small space feel bigger (you can’t go wrong with classic white) and certain shades — think energetic yellow tones or pastel blues — have a way of brightening windowless rooms. When it comes to settling on the best bathroom paint colors, it pays to take your design aesthetic into account, whether you’re partial to farmhouse looks or sleek modern spaces. And don’t forget about choosing the perfect paint finish. For instance, you might consider semi-gloss to help mask scuffs and keep mildew at bay.

If you’re having a hard time choosing a bathroom paint color, this roundup is full of inspiration. Here, you’ll find practical ideas to design around subdued neutrals along with creative layouts that rely on dramatic colors. These bathroom paint colors are worth a look if a renovation isn’t in the cards for you this year.

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Cool Blue

Muted blue paneling allows this California bathroom’s upper wallpapered walls to shine.

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Lark Photography for Country Living

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Playful Pink

Take inspiration from The Makerista and deck out your walls in a cheery pink shade, perfect for pairing with floral and checkered patterns.

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Indigo Blue

Cover your bathroom’s upper walls in an indigo blue color, which can act as the perfect match for white subway and penny tiles.

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Raquel Langworthy

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Gray

It doesn’t get more versatile than soft gray walls to ensure that your bathroom’s decorative pieces steal the show.

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Haris Kenjar

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Mauve

Wood panels boasting an attractive mauve shade give this petite bathroom a sophisticated flair.

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Milo Brown

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Teal

For an unexpected yet attractive design scheme, pair teal walls with a claw-foot tub in a brick red hue.

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Paul Dyer

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Rose Pink

Rose never looked so good! Take a cue from this design scheme and add pops of white to temper the eye-catching paint color.

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Mark Lund

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Powder Blue

Embrace a nautical vibe with powder blue walls that can easily bring a sense of calm to any bathroom.

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Pistachio

Pistachio-colored walls and a colorful striped shower curtain energize this bathroom design.

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Tan

A blend of neutrals, including tan and white, contribute to this bathroom’s timeless appeal.

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Michael Graydon

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Mustard

If you want to stick to an earthy color scheme that’s visually appealing and works well with wood accents, consider a mustard yellow shade.

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Michael Graydon

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Lavender

Thanks to eye-catching lavender walls, this bathroom is nothing short of luxurious.

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DAVID TSAY

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Dusty Blue

A cool gray-blue can liven up a stark white bathroom without going overboard on color. With the herringbone placement of the subway tile, this space is anything but ordinary.

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Annie Schlechter

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Griege

Consider this beige and gray combo your paint color superhero. It can do it all, from adding some depth to an all-white bathroom or acting as a neutral backdrop for an entire home.

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Mandi Gubler

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Hunter Green

Designer Mandi Gubler transformed a cookie-cutter bathroom into a boho haven with a gorgeous emerald statement wall, new tiling, fixtures and more for only $939! See more of the incredible transformation on her blog, Vintage Revivals.

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Deep Navy

Sometimes bolder is better. This dark navy shiplap brings serious drama to a powder room using just a can of paint!

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Peachy Pink

This bathroom may be pink, but it’s all grown-up. This peachy hue brings a little playfulness and touch of glam to a truly pretty vanity. See more of this space at A Beautiful Mess.

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LIZZIE ORME

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Stormy Blue

This true navy contrasts perfectly with the copper tub. Can’t imagine painting your entire bathroom this dark? Stick to a statement wall instead.

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Lincoln Barbour

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Off White

A true eggshell is a no-fail paint color time and time again. The color brings warmth to the room without overpowering it.

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David A. Land

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Periwinkle

A little bit blue, a little bit purple, periwinkle is the perfect choice for a soothing space. For a more grown-up take, find a shade that has just a touch of gray like this bathroom.

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Nathan Kirkman

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Black

Intense hues don’t typically read “relaxing,” but a trip to the dark side might be in order. Ebony adds an edge to traditional white subway tile, especially if you paint the trim too.

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Jean Allsopp

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Powder Blue

Your walls aren’t the only place ready for color. Blue cabinetry (with a hint of violet!) refreshes a traditional cream backdrop.

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Annie Schlechter

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Ink

Wallpapered rooms deserve a refresh too. Coat the ceiling with a shade too bold for a larger space — it’s a risk that’ll pay off, big time.

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Stacy Bass

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Cerulean

Take an instant vacation with a nautical shade. A watery blue brings to mind lapping waves at the beach, or a nap by the pool.

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Warm Gray

There’s a reason neutrals reign supreme. A chameleon-like gray keeps up with everything, so go ahead and invest in a colorful set of towels.

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Max Kim-Bee

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Light Green

Fresh and vibrant is the name of the game. Paneling looks cheery — not stiff — in coordinating yellowy-greens.

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David A. Land

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Charcoal

Punch up beadboard with an unexpected dose of graphite. Then pepper it with art, curios, and vintage light fixtures for a cool collection looks like it grew over time.

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Clean White

Short on space? Mirrors on top of white-washed siding does the trick. The reflections create a “window” on any wall, nipping that cramped feeling in the bud.

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Mint

The paint color is just as fresh as the toothpaste. “This blue-gray-green shade can be used in almost any room,” says interior designer Lauri Ward. “It’s an especially good choice for cooling a very sunny room.”

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Benjamin Moore

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Taupe

Poised Taupe previously earned the title “Color of the Year,” but the brown-gray combo is here to stay thanks to its versatility. According to Julie Holloway and Anisa Darnell at Milk & Honey Home, “Benjamin Moore’s Sparrow is a great, earthy gray, that pairs well with natural accessories, like a jute rug or matchstick bamboo blinds, as well as anything cream or ivory. “

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65 Easy Ways to Transform Your Bathroom

Monique Valeris
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Monique Valeris is the senior home editor for Good Housekeeping, where she oversees the brand’s home decorating coverage across print and digital.

Caroline Utz
Caroline Utz is the Home Editorial Assistant for Good Housekeeping and Woman’s Day, where she covers everything from the latest design trends to the oldest cleaning hacks.

20 Relaxing Bathroom Color Schemes

If you want to create a new look in your bathroom, but want to avoid a complete interior overhaul, consider tweaking your color scheme and decor. A few simple changes can create an entirely new vibe without going over budget. Design a bathroom with color and styles that truly speak to you. Since it’s the room you spend time getting ready in the morning and preparing for bed, it’s important to create a space the boosts your energy and offers you a quiet respite from your busy schedule.

If you’re looking for inspiration throughout the remodel process, we’ve hand-selected bathroom color schemes that will help transform your space. From peaceful blues and tranquil greens, to rustic reds, we’ve gathered an array of colors that work well with each other—making your project planning easier than ever. To bring your bathroom design to the next level, adorn the shower with a framed art prints or display a relaxing personalized candle near the bath.

Soft Blue Serenity

Sources: Mary Jo Fiorella

You can begin your day in a serene bathroom by choosing a soft sky blue color for your walls and backsplash tile. To balance out the blue, white cabinets and countertops will preserve the tranquil look. Don’t forget to also consider upgrading the material of your faucet, shower heads and light fixtures—the touches of stainless steel help carry out the clean look.

Blue Spa Heaven

Sources: Ted Fotheringham Photography

Give your bathroom—and every morning—a big, bright energy boost. This cerulean blue is a refreshing color that can be balanced out with neutral features, such as the white and gray shades in the cabinetry, rug and sink. These crisp blend of colors help create a dynamic bathroom with a soft, rejuvenating side.

Modern Woodsy

Sources: Lake Country Builders

Blend a rustic look with a more modern shower, double-faucet tub and linoleum flooring. Play with natural tones of the woods by using oat and brown-colored paint to round out the room. White and silver accessories bode well with this rich color scheme, so the natural browns can take center stage.

Vintage Mint

Sources: Branca Inc.

To create a clean and refreshing yet luxurious feel, design your bathroom using a pale pistachio paint with delicate white complements. Make sure to add small accents to the color scheme with hints of darker greens and golds. Don’t forget to elevate the relaxation vibe by putting candles and bubble bath on display.

Clear Green Relaxation

Sources: Dale Tan via High Rise Photo

Even if you don’t have large windows scaling your bathroom wall, you can introduce your fondness for nature in other ways. Stone or wood will emit the natural look, while mint green and white colors will ensure a refreshing feel. Clean lines will help reiterate the modern theme you’re going for—these square sinks work well in a rectangular shaped room and panel windows.

Gloriously Gray

Sources: International Custom Designs

Neutral colors, like an ash gray, give your bathroom a soothing sentiment. Pairing your grey walls with whites and browns will offer a welcomed contrast. For fully luxurious touch and to complete the look, install a freestanding tub, separate shower and vanity table.

Cool Mint

Sources: Laura Iverson Design

Adding color to a bathroom doesn’t need to be bright or showy. Choose a light mint color for a lush backdrop. If you pair this with white countertop and cabinets, you’ll have a clean look that lets you play with the floor design. Simple colors also give you the flexibility to accessorize with other pops of color in the guest baskets, towels and decor.

Tangerine Vibes

Sources: Laura Iverson Design

Don’t be shy to show your creative side when it comes to color. This mix of tangerine orange and white bathroom creates a space bursting with flavor. You can paint your favorite design or use wallpaper to mimic this look, but to balance it out, make sure to contrast the upper portion with solid-colored wainscotting below the chair rail.

Pink Energy

Sources: Fynes Designs

Energize your mornings with a radiant pink tone lining your bathroom walls. Contrast the power of pink with black accents like these sink vanities and framed bathroom mirrors. Keep the remainder of your color scheme simple to keep the emphasis on the pink.

Plush Pink

Sources: Branca Inc.

These uniquely textured walls help break up the blush pink so the solid color doesn’t appear too jarring. To pare down the color even more, introduce neutral browns, grays and whites in the cabinetry, backsplash or floor. This stone forges a natural look, but if you’re looking to create a softer feel, opt for white tiles. If your renovation is lacking color once it’s complete, try painting your mirror frame with a pop of color for that final touch.

Lush Lavender

Sources: Currant Interior Design

Why not make your bathroom feel like a mini getaway? By weaving in pale purples and plums, your bathroom will emit a luxurious ambience. Introducing soft tones in the decor and neutral plush accents like this rug and extended seat cushion, will help turn an average bathroom into something truly special.

Rustic and Natural

Sources: Currant Interior Design

Combining wooden flooring and cabinetry, along with artwork with natural scenes, this bathroom radiates a rustic vibe. Using a rich currant backdrop as its moodsetter, this color scheme adds an extra spark to any home. To contrast the rich rustic hues, choose light-colored or white baseboards and window frames.

Ivory Ambiance

Sources: Fiorella Design

Combine a range of whites and light grays to encompass a refreshing bathroom. This timeless look was pulled together by introducing different textures to the space such as the marble countertops and mosaic shower tiles. The variety of white shades help accomplish a clean look without the need for any bold colors.

Yellow Flare

Sources: Emma Chapman via A Beautiful Mess

If you’ve been craving a splash of yellow in your home, the bathroom is a perfect locale. Use a bright color on your bathroom walls to open up the space and introduce black and white accents to accessorize. Find a statement piece like this geometric painting to break up the intensity of the solid-colored walls.

Light Up Your Life

Sources: Emma Chapman via A Beautiful Mess

Kickoff your mornings and end your evenings in a vibrant space. Using yellow tiled walls contrasted with white basins and a gray countertop will help you accomplish a stunning bathroom through color and texture. Choose wooden cabinetry that not only fits your yellow scheme, but also brings out a natural, earthy look.

Dream in Cream

Sources: Lincoln Barbour

Step away from life’s busyness with a luscious cream bathroom. Interior designer Jenni Leasia used a soft yellow wall paint and pastel accents to create a mini getaway right inside a family’s home. She completed the look with gorgeous marble tiling on the floor and shower area—bringing luxury right to the forefront.

Simple Mocha Luxury

Generate a calming bathroom ambience by using a deep blend of cocoa, latte and black colors with clean white accents in the bathtub, sinks and toilet. Integrating texture in the tiling and blinds adds personality and life a simple color scheme.

Fit for Royalty

Start and end your days in royal fashion with an eggplant-colored backdrop and faded lighting. Split the wall color with a lighter wainscotting, like this ash grey, to keep the room from feeling too dark. A white bathtub, sink and toilet give the room fresh elegance without disturbing the overall aura. To tie it all together, incorporate silver accents, such as this mirror and chandelier.

Olive Oasis

By building a simple contrast of black and white tones, light olive-colored walls bring a playfulness to the bathroom. White baseboards and crown molding keep the color theme sharp, and a large jacuzzi tub adds a spa-like touch. Patterned flooring connects the room together and highlights the dark and light hues throughout the room.

Orange Refresh

With a cheery paint, like this carrot orange, your days can begin with a little extra oomph. Using white tones for the cabinetry, bathtub and sink balances the bright color and adds depth to the room. By mixing in black accent tiles and colorful pieces like the wall mirror, your bathroom can breathe with extra zest and personality.

22 Best Bathroom Colors – Top Paint Colors for Bathroom Walls

Heidi Caillier

Using colorful paint can be intimidating, but choosing something adventurous and fun can have been style pay-off. This is especially true in smaller spaces like bathrooms and powder rooms. Even if you’re not planning a remodel anytime soon, you will definitely want to repaint your bathroom once you see the colorful bathrooms ahead. Whether you want to go all-over bold, add a subtle accent, or incorporate pattern, we’ve got bathroom paint color ideas to get you inspired. No boring bathrooms here.

Heidi Caillier Design

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Sophisticated Dark Gray

It’s all about layers, textures, color in this warm bathroom designed by Heidi Caillier. She transformed a rustic green dresser into a sink vanity which is polished off with a natural stone countertop for a sleek touch. the most transformative element of the space is definitely the dark gray paint, which strikes a cozy mood.

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House Beautiful

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Sweet Light Pink

We love the eclectic artwork against the baby pink walls of this powder room. A teeny tiny bathroom is the perfect place for a playful paint color since there’s not room for any other decorative statements. In this bathroom, the pink backdrop makes the traditional portrait gallery fun and whimsical.

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Leanne Ford Interiors

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Edgy Light Gray

If you like grittier, edgier design, paint the walls gray and then incorporate more industrial elements. Here, Leanne Ford worked with concrete and exposed piping.

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Victoria Pearson

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Bright Blue

Contrary to popular belief, stark white walls can make small spaces feel even smaller while dark paint colors will make a powder room or modest bathroom morel luxe and expansive. Plus, smaller rooms are perfect for experimenting, as we’ve mentioned.We love the classic blue paint Reath Design chose for this space.

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Commune Design

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Chilled Out Coral

In this bathroom by Commune Design, this burnt coral paint strikes a nice balance between unique and neutral, sophisticated and edgy, soft and bold. All the gold accents add a contemporary yet timeless feel, especially paired with the warm wood cabinets.

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Heidi Caillier

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Timeless Beige

Wood paneling painted in a soft greige shade creates a classic backdrop for this bathroom by Heidi Caillier. The wooden materials and accents like the toilet cover and mirror, along with the geometric tiled floors, complement the paint. The result is a low-key and approachable elegance.

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House Beautiful

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Cheerful Turquoise

With an adventurous mix of colors, patterns, and textures, this bathroom designed by Sean Scherer is bursting with character. The inky black clawfoot tub, bronze sconces, and gilt framed artwork add a cool gothic twist to the light tropical turquoise wall and lime green and coral candlesticks. The floral carpets tie everything together.

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Emil Dervish

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Attention-Grabbing Red

Emil Dervish kept this industrial space modern and minimal with white graphic square tiles but added some funk with color on the upper half of the walls and ceiling. Opt for a bold red paint color like this if you want to make a strong statement.

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Robert McKinley Studio

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Grounded Brown

We’re loving the offbeat yet neutral clay color scheme in this grounded bathroom designed by Robert McKinley Studio. The combination of mocha painted walls, a woven lampshade and blinds, and natural stone countertop create an earth-inspired oasis.

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ETC. etera

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Sunny Orange

The vibrant tangerine-painted cabinets in this bathroom designed by ETC.etera bring out the orange undertones in the pink stone vanity topper, which also ties in the pink floor tiles and area rug. The lesson? Match your cabinets to yoru natural stones and tiles.

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Robson Rak

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Kelly Green

For a bold, modern impact, cover the entire bathroom in a saturated paint color. Fiona Lynch Studio opted for a rich shade of Kelly green.

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2LG Studio

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Ethereal Pale Blue

As seen in this bathroom designed by 2LG Studio, the palm leaf tree truly brings it to life, as do the sky blue walls and abstract painting.

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Heidi Caillier

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Romantic Mauve

Heidi Caillier chose an unexpected shade of mauve paint, brass fixtures and lighting, and smokey marble materials for the shower to achieve a one-of-a-kind yet timeless bathroom.

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Sylvia Martin

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Refreshing Sage Green

Designed to feel like an enclosed porch, this vintage-feeling bathroom was painted sage green. It features lantern-style light fixtures, hidden medicine cabinets, and freestanding, antique oak washstands.

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Studio DB

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Soothing Pale Gray

A pale shade of gray paint above the geometric grayscale tiles tightens up the space and keeps this neutral and calm. It’s the perfect shade for this environment, as a stark white would be a little too bright. StudioDB chose to use for gold fixtures and accents to contrast the cool color family.

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House Beautiful

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Dark Blue

Interior designer Shaun Smith used the retro blue tiles in his bathroom drive the design process. Paired with floral blue wallpaper and porcelain accents, the old-school tiles feel much more fresh and stylish. To polish thing off even more, he painted the ceiling a slightly different shade of blue.

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THOMAS LOOF

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Black

Subway and hex tiles are popular in bathrooms for a good reason. They’re durable in wet environments and and style-wise, are classic and reliable. But that doesn’t mean you can’t use paint! Here, designer Caroline Rafferty painted the ceiling a pitch black hue to make the white and airy environment feel formal and intimate.

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Fantastic Frank

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Light Yellow

Pale yellow walls on the upper half of the wall complement the geometric mustard and white tiles framing the bathtub. The terra cotta herringbone floor tiles are a nice transition. They feel subtle and “accidental,” yet match nicely—perfect for a lived in country chic vibe.

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Studio DB

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Deep Green

This bathroom designed by Studio DB is undeniably sexy. While the custom metallic mural wallpaper is the focal point, the purple clawfoot tub and deep forest green walls create the framework.

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Melanie Acevedo

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Soft Baby Blue

This powder room in Palm Beach is settled near the pool and painted to look like a cabana with a tasseled, tented awning. It’s easier to replace than wallpaper and it’s more unique, as you can customize it however you want to.

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REID ROLLS

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Chalky White

Leanne Ford is the queen of all-white interiors. She keeps things interesting by folding in different textures. In this bathroom, she opted for a chalky paint finish, introducing more depth and dimension.

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Trevor Tondro

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Deep Navy

The farmhouse sink in this guest bathroom is a subtle nod to this Charleston home’s earlier days as a kitchen house. Polo Blue on the walls adds a modern pop of color to this historic home.

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Color combinations in the interior of the bathroom

In interior design, even if you have the opportunity to embody your own fantasies and creativity, you can remain not entirely satisfied with the result. This often happens if the color palette is not well thought out, and staying in a particular room begins to affect a person in a way that he would not like. The bathroom is a place where we draw energy every morning, relax in the evenings, and therefore it should be as comfortable as possible. Let’s take a closer look at how to choose color combinations for the bathroom interior!

Rules for choosing shades in the interior

The choice of color solutions is influenced not only by individual taste preferences, but also by a number of other factors. In particular, you need to consider how space is perceived visually. It’s no secret that light colors visually enlarge the room, and dark ones reduce it.

It is also necessary to remember about the psychological perception of colors. In addition, when choosing shades, you should focus on the stylistic direction. The concept of any style implies certain patterns in the selection of colors. You can identify general recommendations for the design of the bathroom.

Try not to use more than three different colors or more than five shades of the same color. In the opposite situation, the interior will not be harmonious. Most often, they get by with only two tones, which are often either contrasting or adjacent. In any case, one color should emphasize the value of the other. For those who prefer the design in a single color, the best solution would be to use three shades that allow you to highlight all the details of the bathroom.

Consider the size of the bathroom when determining the acceptable brightness level. Keep in mind that in most typical apartments, the use of light shades that expand the space is relevant. This is due to the small area of ​​the bathrooms. Remember that bright colors will help to cheer up and cheer you up, and a calm palette will contribute to a relaxed atmosphere.

Psychological perception

Experienced designers know how important it is to choose the right color scheme for the bathroom in order to make it visually larger and highlight the accents in the room. To create a comfortable interior, it is necessary to take into account certain features.

Light colors will not only make the room look bigger, but will also look more calm, help your eye to relax and tune in to rest. Pastel colors will be the best background that will allow decorative elements to look more advantageous.

Dark colors have a different effect, as if “stealing” the light, and therefore they make the room more cramped. However, this allows you to make the atmosphere cozy and, in a way, intimate. Remember that the darker the tone that is used in the decoration of the walls and floor, the larger the bathroom area should be. In addition, you need to think about installing intense lighting.

Color wheel

When choosing combinations of colors and shades, you can keep in mind one secret that is often used by many designers. In the design of any room, you can use the color wheel rule, which is associated with four simple formulas:

– The two most compatible shades can be located opposite each other (for example, it can be a combination of orange and blue).

– Contrasting triad formula. Choose one main color, to which you want to add two shades opposite to the main tone. For example, light green and bright yellow are additionally selected to the main purple.

– A classic solution in three colors. You can choose colors that will be located at the same distance. For example, yellow along with red and blue.

– Analog triad formula. Pick up any three tones that will be nearby. It can be yellow with a hint of green, pure yellow and yellow-orange.

Color combinations

Here are some options for popular colors for the bathroom. Remember that before you make a choice in favor of one of them, you need to determine how this or that palette matches the style of the room.

White bathroom

The only color that is considered universal is white. It gives the interior sophistication and simplicity, and is also combined with any other colors. The white bathroom looks spacious and bright, which is important for small apartments. In addition, it is a wonderful backdrop for various decorative elements. If you are afraid of the association of the room with a sterile doctor’s office, use any other shades except snow-white.

Bathroom in warm colors

Warm shades are great for designing both small square bathrooms and rooms with free space. In the first case, you can expand the area visually and make the bathroom more lit. The second option allows using warm shades to create a pleasant and cozy atmosphere in a large room.

Often there are stylish bathrooms in beige and cream, pink and scarlet, sand and coffee tones. Gold and brown colors will also look good.

Remember that light shades help maintain cleanliness and hide various stains that even the most careful owners cannot avoid. If you wish, you can combine tones and play with colors, combining dark and light shades.

Cool bathroom

This is a common bathroom design. You can often find blue and blue bathrooms, as well as cold shades of gray. These colors are sometimes combined with white, which gives the room freshness. In this situation, use light shades whenever possible, because dark gray and blue can cause discomfort. However, if you take, for example, the light tones of blue, they will be associated with clean water and perceived as fresh.

Green looks natural and natural. Although cool tones of green can be used in the interior, they will promote relaxation, and in combination with red or orange, they will refresh and elevate mood.

Cool shades can be diluted with colorful accents and bright accessories, various decorative details. So the bathroom will look warmer and more comfortable.

Contrasting bathroom

One of the most requested color combinations is black with white. At first glance, it seems that it is impossible to make a cozy room using two completely opposite colors. But it is the high contrast of black and white that gives a delightful effect and helps to create a stylish interior. However, it is important to use them wisely.

If white prevails over black, then this also contributes to the visual increase of the room. Accordingly, if you prefer black, and white fades into the background, then the bathroom will visually look smaller.

The combination of white and black is stylish and creates a strict yet intimate atmosphere. This is the best option for those who want, above all, to express their own individuality. From the point of view of psychologists, white means elegance and purity, while black means anxiety and emptiness, so be careful when choosing finishes and plumbing. It is important not only not to make the space sterile, but also to avoid an oppressive atmosphere.

The combination of colors in the interior of the bathroom – photo

When analyzing suitable combinations in bathroom interiors, experimentation cannot be dispensed with. In practical application, different color solutions differ from the results of computer rendering. In order to find out how combinations of different textures and shades look in reality, you need to look at photographs taken in real conditions. We have selected for you a large number of different bathroom design options, among which you can choose the best color scheme!

How to match colors in the bathroom: advice from our experts and designers

Bathroom renovations are not done every day, so we do not always dare to bring color into its design for fear that we will quickly get bored with it, or the colors will not match. And yet, a pleasant color scheme in many ways contributes to the creation of comfort in the bathroom.

Fashion trends and tricks of decorators will allow you to make the right choice and to combine colors correctly. Jacob Delafon experts will reveal all their secrets, thanks to which color harmony is created in the bathroom.

Choose the key element

Our designers remain adamant: the main rule for creating a harmonious bathroom is to choose the right accent and match the rest of the elements with it.

Bathroom with blue accents and splashes of orange: Elite bathtub, Composed faucet

A key element dictates the choice of design and style for the entire bathroom. What can be the focus? Something that immediately catches the eye. It can be:

• Finishing material: wood, glass, ceramics, wallpaper or fabric, e.g.
• Colour: carmine, mint, anthracite…
• Item: clawfoot tub, cabinet, Italian shower…

The bathroom is like a painting. You need to choose an accent and create a composition around it. »

Pro Tip: Once you’ve chosen an accent piece, organize your bathroom space accordingly.

Have you chosen soft pink as your base color? Then think of a cabinet with pink handles, or an all-pink cabinet or tile with a pink baseboard. Settled on wall decoration in the style of a mountain chalet? Choose wood-like finishes for individual bathroom details: wooden furniture, a wooden towel holder or a wooden mirror frame. Selection pieces made from the same material create a harmonious space.

Of course, it is not necessary to give preference to monochrome solutions or a single material. You decide what additional details to bring to your bathroom. But if in doubt, be guided by the general chosen trend!

Learn to understand colors

What is color? Let’s open the professional secrets of designers: based on three initial colors: yellow, magenta (pinkish red) and turquoise (light blue). By mixing them in different proportions, you can get any color.

If more white is added, the hue will be muted; more black – we get a shaded tone. The same paint in different combinations and shades creates transitional shades.

Color palette

On a round palette, colors opposite each other or placed in a triangle are called are complementary. These colors go well with each other, as they accentuate each other advantageously; e.g. purple and yellow. Perhaps you have already experimented with them in makeup: nothing emphasizes blue eyes like golden shadows, and plum shade is perfect for green.

Actual colors of 2018

What is the best color to choose this year? Designers at Jacob Delafon follow current trends, including shades from the Pantone collection, and prefer Canadian pine or drake-like petrol blue, which were popular in the nineties and are now making a comeback and taking a strong position. A lighter forest bell color or classic natural gray will also be very relevant in 2018. In combination with light shades of sanitary ware, they create a fresh atmosphere in the spirit of the times.

Canadian Pine and Petrol Blue, which were popular in the nineties, are making a comeback in bathroom wall cladding, for example. »

Jacob Delafon colorful furniture

In the Odéon Up , Terrace and Vox collections Jacob Delafon’s designers offer a multicolor range of bathroom furniture. Total 28 different colors and 3 finishes : matt, high-gloss, satin . Total 84 combinations of and the same number of colors to choose from, which will perfectly fit into the atmosphere of your bathroom and, of course, modern trends.

Custom colors match the rest of the bathroom. Try, for example, leather-look furniture, wall cladding from the Panolux range of decorative panels in a light cement look, a white washbasin and incandescent lamps for a warm ambience. Great, isn’t it?

Combination of leather effect and light cement color: Odéon UP furniture and vanity unit, Panolux wall panels

Think through the details

Accessories are important when creating a look . It’s the same in design. To achieve harmony in the bathroom, choose the right finish. Professionals pay special attention to stylistic solutions that perfectly complete the atmosphere of the bathroom:

• Accessory combination: The color and style of the accessories should match the design of your bathroom. For example, you should change the towels and match them to the same tone or buy a set of soap dish and toothbrush cup that matches the interior. Don’t forget the bath mat too.

• Just add colors without changing anything: To keep the space and understated design of the bathroom, but create a graphic style, you can experiment with printed wallpapers. Prints or optical effects enliven the bathroom without overloading it, especially if, for example, only one wall is covered with wallpaper; which designers have been doing with pleasure in the past few years.

Find more bathroom color ideas here!

What color to choose for the bathroom: photos and tips

Contents

• How to choose a color for the bathroom
• The meaning of color in the interior, its psychological perception

Choosing a color palette is one of the main design challenges. And if we talk about the combination of colors in the bathroom or bathroom, then there is no definite answer. But some recommendations, tips, ideas and photos will certainly help you choose the best option.

Bathroom design with painted walls has long ceased to be an example of a budget renovation. In many cases, it is the best suited for the implementation of complex design ideas.

Many designers offer original wall painting as a highlight of the bathroom interior

Of course, there are also situations when long-term repairs are not included in the immediate plans, but only a slight renovation of the interior is required. Or coloring is part of a combined finish. In any case, you need to decide on colors, shades and their possible combinations.

How to choose a color for a bathroom

The choice of a color palette is always influenced not only by personal preferences, but also by other equally important factors:

• Visual perception of space. It is known that light shades contribute to the visual increase of the room, while dark ones, on the contrary, reduce it visually.
• Psychological perception of color by a person.
• Matching style. Each style has its own set of colors and shades that match its concept.

The meaning of color in the interior, its psychological perception

White

On the one hand, it is a pure classic, but on the other hand, it may seem simple, cold. But it is worth remembering that there are many shades of white: pearl, milky, ivory, smoky, etc. And if you work on their combination, then the white interior will look great both in a spacious bathroom and in a small room. White color is universal, it is combined with any other colors and shades.

White color in the bathroom creates a feeling of purity and harmony

Green

The positive effect of green is recognized by all psychologists in the world. As a rule, it is used to create lively, fresh and individual interiors. Green color has a calming effect, and at the same time, in combination with other colors, it gives a positive emotional mood. Perfectly harmonizes with white, orange and yellow.

Green color is able to balance the psychological state of a person

Black

Black color in the interior is not in great demand. You can use it only in spacious rooms and very carefully, because excessive blackness will negatively affect the mental state of a person. For those who do not like the classic combination with white, black can be combined with gray, gold, peach. It looks very expressive with red or yellow.

Black makes the interior luxurious and strict

Red

In combination with other shades, red always takes on a dominant role. It activates, invigorates and excites, and therefore is completely unsuitable for creating an oasis of relaxation and peace in the bathroom. The most successful red color will be in a room where there is no shortage of space. You can combine it with white, gray or orange.

The red color of the interior excites and invigorates

Blue

Blue seems cold and uncomfortable to many, but in fact it is great for the bathroom interior. The main thing is to choose the right accompanying warm tones. You can combine it with white, orange, beige. Wood and other natural materials fit perfectly into the blue interior.

Blue makes the bathroom “cooler”

Orange

It’s no surprise that warm and cozy orange is often chosen for bathrooms. In small rooms, light peach looks better, and in more spacious, richer, deeper tones will be appropriate. You can combine orange with white, green, gray, cream or blue.

Orange color adds coziness to the interior

Yellow

Yellow is the color of the sun, warmth and energy, but such a bright environment in the bathroom is not for everyone. A positive color will be a great addition to other shades, but it is rarely used as the main background.

Yellow will bring “sunshine” to the interior

Violet and its shades

Light shades of purple look very gentle and calm in the interior, they are perfect for small rooms. Such an environment will not be too tiring or emotional. The larger the area of ​​the bathroom, the deeper and brighter shades can be used. If we talk about combinations, then all shades of purple are harmoniously combined with each other, they can be supplemented with green, yellow or white.

Shades of purple make the interior expressive

Brown

Brown is warm and cozy, goes well with all related shades and white. But in view of the abundance of other possible options, brown interiors are becoming rarer.

Interior in chocolate tones looks noble and unusual

Choosing a Feng Shui color palette

Recently, many people create designs based on the principles of oriental geomancy, in other words, choose the color and layout of the bathroom according to Feng Shui.

According to the rules of Feng Shui, the interior involves painting the walls with natural colors.

According to Taoist teaching, the bathroom is designed to cleanse a person from fatigue, stress and restore strength, so the walls here should not be very bright, and the ceiling is left white and even. The best colors are pastel shades of green, blue, purple and white. Black, gray and brown are considered undesirable. It is very important to make contrasting accents. It can be ornaments, borders or friezes on the walls, furnishings. For them, you can choose bright shades of yellow, red, green, blue or purple.

Possible color combinations: the secret of designers

Designers have one secret that allows them to always choose the right combinations of colors and shades, whether it is a bathroom or any other interior to be painted – this is the so-called Johansen Itten circle. To work with it, it is enough to know four simple formulas.

Johansen Itten’s Color Matching Circle

• The two best matching colors are opposite each other (eg blue and orange).
• A classic in three colours. Choose colors that are at an equal distance from each other (for example: blue, red and yellow).
• Analog triad. Choose any 3 shades located side by side (for example: yellow-orange, yellow and yellow-green).
• Contrasting triad. One color will be the main one, and two shades are added to it, which are adjacent to the opposite (for example: the main purple, and additional ones: yellow-orange and yellow-green).

Important! On surfaces that are more susceptible to moisture (near the bathtub, sink, shower), it is recommended to use more moisture-resistant materials, for example, we combine painting with tiles or plastic panels.

Bathroom wall painting techniques

Bathroom wall painting rarely involves one shade, which means that when choosing primary colors, you should also think about how they will be combined in the interior.

• Horizontal separation of two colors can be even arcuate, wavy, etc. The border can be decorated with other materials: planks, laths, moldings, mosaics.

Horizontal color separation in the bathroom

• Color inserts. The walls are painted with the main color, and after drying, any decorative elements are performed, these can be geometric shapes, horizontal and vertical stripes, a pattern or pattern.

Patterning with texture roller (left) and stamp (right)

Tip! Very interesting and original interiors will help to create stencils with various ornamental or natural patterns.

• Accent wall. Three walls in the bathroom are painted in a neutral shade, and the fourth is accentuated using a deeper color.

Accent wall in the bathroom

• Niches, ledges, openings are painted in a darker color or any contrasting one.

And the last moment, when choosing a color, ask yourself one question, “Will I get tired of this color in a month or two”, because changing the color in the bathroom is oh so difficult.

Textured wall pattern roller video

The color of the walls in the interior of the bathroom: photo

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00 What colors say Psychology, meaning and perception of color

If you want to know the inner world of a person, look into his room. Expressiveness, pedantic accuracy, laziness, confidence, modesty or greed – all this and a little more will tell the chosen color palette.

Red is a color that encourages action, dominance and leadership. This shade in the interior is chosen by passionate and reckless people, it is contraindicated for people with an unstable psyche. In the interior in its purest form, the use of red is quite burdensome, so a skilled hand of the master is required to create an organic design.

Red decor elements will not overload the interior

Shades of blue soothe, relax and allow you to concentrate. Blue, turquoise tones and the color of the sea wave create a feeling of carelessness, lightness and mischief.

The combination of shades of blue in the interior gives a warm atmosphere

The prevailing yellow colors speak of energy, sunshine and cheerfulness of the person. At the same time, the lack of creative flight and unrealized potential are also characteristic of this color. Some psychologists attribute even jealousy and cowardice to yellow, but this is a controversial statement.

Mustard yellow tones make the interior more reserved

The combination of blue and yellow creates a derived green color inherent in conservative people. Green is an anti-stress color. It is advantageously used in bedrooms or living rooms to create a relaxing atmosphere.

A winning combination of green and red

Pure orange is energy, its indomitable fountain. Intense ocher and delicate apricot are accents in the room, so they are most often presented in the form of original textiles and accessories

Care must be taken in using orange, as its shades dominate other colors

The perfect trio of juicy shades: orange, green and red

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Purple is considered the color of the creative soul. Possessing a mystical appeal, it simultaneously conveys the coldness of blue scales and the radiation of warm tones. Contrasting combinations “purple – lime” or “purple – yellow” are the favorite combinations of many designers.

A touch of grape hue in a calm neutral bedroom

Pink is the epitome of romance and tenderness for women of all ages. The harmony of pink accents directly depends on their saturation (from Barbie syndrome to mature classics). Diluting pink with milky, gray and gray-green motifs, you can emphasize the sophistication and airiness of the interior.

Romantic look for a bedroom in white and pink colors

Magenta color accents in a stylish living room

Bright fuchsia combined with turquoise – a “classic” bright combination

900 In combination with dark tones and golden blotches, it creates royal chic and privilege. Brown is chosen by versatile personalities.

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Brown palette in modern hallway design

Due to its neutrality, gray is an excellent magnet that takes on the aggression of a brighter tone. As an independent monochromatic finish, it can be quite boring, depending, of course, on the functional purpose of the room. Gray tones are preferred by people striving for understanding and constancy.

Neutral gray can be diluted with any shade

Certain colors in the room will be adjusted to the desired mood

Particular attention when decorating the room should be given to the choice of shades.

Main characteristics and combinations of popular colors and shades according to interior styles

Many people like it when there is a certain style direction in the apartment. The bathroom can be decorated according to the general design or its territory will be different

Particular attention should be paid to the fact that the color solutions for the bathroom, in this case, are consistent with the style:

1. Classicism reflects refined and discreet luxury. It is characterized by the presence of noble shades. It is white, gold and blue. Often resort to pastel soft colors.
2. Modern bathroom – one of the most acceptable styles. The emphasis is on functionality and comfort. Inconspicuous tones are welcome: coffee, beige, milky. There is no place for sharp and flashy color combinations in this style.
3. Avant-garde prefers contrasts. In the interior of the bathroom, the colors of the vertical and horizontal planes differ from each other. To combine colors in the bathroom in this style, it is appropriate to use a combination of pure shades: white with green, black, red or yellow.
4. Hi-tech contributes to the creation of a color scheme with restrained and discreet colors: black, gray, silver, white. A peculiar highlight is the introduction of bright colors in a small amount. It could be bathroom accessories.

Avant-garde bathroom.

The meaning of color in the interior, its psychological perception

White

On the one hand, it is a pure classic, but on the other hand, it may seem simple, cold. But it is worth remembering that there are many: pearl, milky, ivory, smoky, etc. And if you work on their combination, then the white interior will look great both in a spacious bathroom and in a small room. White color is universal, it is combined with any other colors and shades.

White color in the bathroom creates a feeling of purity and harmony

Green

The positive effect of green is recognized by all psychologists in the world. As a rule, it is used to create lively, fresh and individual interiors. Green color has a calming effect, and at the same time, in combination with other colors, it gives a positive emotional mood. Perfectly harmonizes with white, orange and yellow.

Green color is able to balance the psychological state of a person

Black

Not in great demand

It can only be used in spacious rooms and very carefully, because excessive blackness will negatively affect the mental state of a person. For those who do not like the classic, black can be combined with gray, gold, peach

It looks very expressive with red or yellow.

Black color makes the interior luxurious and strict

Red

In combination with other shades, it always takes the leading role. It activates, invigorates and excites, and therefore is completely unsuitable for creating an oasis of relaxation and peace in the bathroom. The most successful red color will be in a room where there is no shortage of space. You can combine it with white, gray or orange.

The red color of the interior excites and invigorates

Blue

It seems cold and uncomfortable to many, but in fact it is great for the bathroom interior. The main thing is to choose the right accompanying warm tones. You can combine it with white, orange, beige. Wood and other natural materials fit perfectly into the blue interior.

Blue makes the bathroom “cooler”

Orange

It’s no surprise that warm and cozy orange is often chosen for bathrooms. In small rooms, light peach looks better, and in more spacious, richer, deeper tones will be appropriate. You can combine orange with white, green, gray, cream or blue.

Orange color adds coziness to the interior

Yellow

Warmth and energy, but such a bright environment in the bathroom is not for everyone. A positive color will be a great addition to other shades, but it is rarely used as the main background.

Yellow will bring “sunshine” to the interior

Violet and its shades

Light shades of purple look very gentle and calm in the interior, perfect for small rooms. Such an environment will not be too tiring or emotional. The larger the area of ​​the bathroom, the deeper and brighter shades can be used. If we talk about combinations, then all shades of purple are harmoniously combined with each other, they can be supplemented with green, yellow or white.

Shades of purple make the interior expressive

Brown

Brown is warm and cozy, goes well with all related shades and white. But in view of the abundance of other possible options, brown interiors are becoming rarer.

The interior in chocolate tones looks noble and unusual

Wall painting techniques in the bathroom

Painting the walls in the bathroom rarely involves one shade, which means that when choosing primary colors, you should think about how they will be combined in the interior.

The horizontal separation of two colors can be even arc-shaped, wavy, etc. The border can be decorated with other materials: planks, laths, moldings, mosaics.

Horizontal color separation in the bathroom

Color inserts. The walls are painted with the main color, and after drying, any decorative elements are performed, these can be geometric shapes, horizontal and vertical stripes, a pattern or pattern.

Patterning with texture roller (left) and stamp (right)

Tip! Very interesting and original interiors will help to create stencils with various ornamental or natural patterns.

Accent wall. Three walls in the bathroom are painted in a neutral shade, and the fourth is accentuated using a deeper color.

Accent wall in the bathroom

Niches, ledges, openings are painted in a darker color or any contrasting one.

And the last moment, when choosing a color, ask yourself one question, “Will I get tired of this color in a month or two”, because changing the color in the bathroom is oh so difficult.

Combination of colors in the interior combinatorial

In order to avoid visual fatigue or, on the contrary, boring monotony, the selection of colors should take into account three main types of combination – uniformity, contrast, balance. The range of colors in the first case is reduced to one color with fluctuations in light and dark tones. As a rule, a monochromatic finish is diluted with decorative elements of one or two colors.

Contrast imaging uses the principle of antipodes. Contrasting dark shades with light ones, you can achieve an original bright tandem. For example: white – black, purple – light green, chocolate – golden and so on.

In an effort to maintain balance, one of the pure colors should dominate the interior with the visual support of related tones. To avoid visual saturation, it is recommended not to use more than five colors.

Table that helps to distinguish between cold and warm shades

Important! With red, it is appropriate to use its light derivatives – orange and yellow. For dark variations of red, lilac and pink are suitable

If you want to give the interior a special elegance, use small objects that contrast with the main color.

Shade chart

Choosing a Feng Shui Color Palette

Recently, many people are designing based on the principles of oriental geomancy, in other words, choosing a color and layout for a Feng Shui bathroom.

According to the rules of Feng Shui, the interior involves painting the walls with natural colors

According to Taoist teachings, the bathroom is designed to cleanse a person from fatigue, stress and restore strength, so the walls here should not be very bright, and the ceiling is left white and even. The best colors are pastel shades of green, blue, purple and white. Black, gray and brown are considered undesirable

It is very important to make contrasting accents. It can be ornaments, borders or friezes on the walls, furnishings

They can be chosen in bright shades of yellow, red, green, blue or purple.

Bathroom color combination

Black

Black is a very stylish, understated and elegant color. For a good result, it must be used correctly and moderately in the interior of the bathroom. It should occupy no more than 50 percent of the space.

Complementary with white. This combination is classic and win-win. It is suitable for both large rooms and small bathrooms.

The most daring and energetic option for extraordinary people is a combination of black and bright (red, yellow, blue) colors. The main rule is not to overdo it with a black tone so that the interior does not become gloomy and gloomy.

Brown

Brown is the color of constancy and balance. It is a new trend in bathroom design. Brown is able to soothe, give the bath a cosiness and a feeling of lightness.

It goes well with all decorative styles, as well as bright and pastel colors. With the addition of blue and green hues, you can create the illusion of nature indoors. Dark chocolate and coffee tones will suit the intense light color. White in tandem with brown will make the situation in the bathroom sophisticated and sophisticated.

Violet color

Violet is a mysterious, mysterious and romantic color that has a huge number of shades. A bath made in such colors can have a beneficial effect on human health.

The intensity of purple is directly proportional to the size of the area of ​​the bathroom. In large baths, the deepest and darkest tones of this color can be used in large quantities. And in a small room, it is best to perform only one of the walls in saturated color. This will visually increase the depth of space.

Violet furniture with smooth lines against the backdrop of light walls will give the room a special charm.
The best companions for a purple interior are blue, white, gray and gold. A successful experiment will be a combination of yellow and dark purple.

Red

Red is a provocative, energetic and dynamic color

Use it in the interior of the bathroom (like black) very carefully and in limited quantities

Most often, it is complemented by white or light beige.

The introduction of black decorative elements will add sophistication to the bathroom and bring the space to a high level.

Gray

A very fashionable solution today is the combination of bright and gray in the bathroom. This universal color successfully sets off light interior items.

Green combined with gray – a tandem created by nature. This duet perfectly calms and charges with positive.

In bathrooms of small size, gray furniture will look beautiful against the background of walls of delicate yellow and salad shades.
Wet asphalt walls complete with orange color interior elements are the perfect solution for windowless bathrooms.

The bathroom is the place where one starts and ends one’s day. Properly chosen style, design and color of the interior is the key to a successful, energetic and cheerful day.

Move away from the usual standards, show your imagination, and turn your bathroom into a luxurious and stylish room in the house to surprise guests and loved ones.

Stylish and vibrant orange bathrooms

Orange is one of the most active colors in the warm color range, combining the depth of red with the energy of sunny yellow. Orange symbolizes the sunset, carelessness and pleasure, this color creates an atmosphere of celebration, fun and happiness in the interior of the house, filling the rooms with sunny warmth even in the cold winter. However, like other bright colors, orange must be used wisely and in a balanced way so as not to overload the room with excessive energy of this orange color. So, in the photo below we see a stylish rustic bathroom, the designers used bright orange paint to decorate the walls, and the room is complemented by stylish orange lamps from Studio 80 Interior Design.

Bathroom in orange.

To liven up the sober industrial-style bathroom interior, Thomas Roszak Architecture used vibrant orange tones.

Industrial style orange bathroom.

Orange color has a large number of shades: from defiant to delicate apricot and peach. It is believed that the main use of orange is for accenting, so orange is more often used for accessories and furniture than for painting walls and floors. It is also necessary to keep in mind that orange has the ability to displace absolutely all tones and shades of other colors.

Stylish bathroom with orange walls.

Dotter & Solfjeld Architecture + Design bring a spacious modern bathroom to life with dark gray accents and bright orange accents.

Bathroom with orange elements.

Orange goes well with neutral white. So, the designers of the CCI Renovations company used bright orange tiles to decorate one of the bathroom walls.

Small bathroom in white and orange.

Small bathroom with orange accessories.

Stylish bathroom with decorative orange tiles.

Habitat Architecture completes a small industrial bathroom with shower curtains and bright orange towels.

Orange in an industrial bathroom.

Black and white bathroom with orange accents.

Bathroom color combinations

1. For a small bathroom, it is best to choose light colors for the floor, walls and ceiling. Light color will visually make the bathroom larger, the interior will become lighter, more spacious and airy. The main thing during interior design is to observe the measure in everything, since a large number of pastel colors in the interior makes it boring. An accent wall and small decorative elements will help to avoid this.
2. A more familiar and frequently used design option is a dark shade of the floor and light walls. This design is already considered a classic. Thanks to this combination of dark and light, the room looks visually larger. Such contracts of shades make the interior of the bathroom very stylish, spectacular and original.
3. A bathroom with windows is a rather narrow space, but high ceilings will look great if you make the ceiling and floor light, and make the walls dark. This solution will visually expand the room and slightly reduce the height of the ceilings. When choosing a shade for the walls, you need to weigh the pros and cons, as overly dark shades will make the bathroom gloomy. This design is perfect for a bathroom with a window. If there is no window, then one accent wall will save from the gloomy, which will be decorated in a light color. With the right selection of all shades, the interior of the bathroom will turn out to be incredibly beautiful, interesting and original.
4. A very bold decision is to decorate the floor and walls in dark shades, and the ceiling in light ones. Not everyone is ready for such a design of the bathroom. If you go too far with dark and shades, then something similar to the basement will come out of the bathroom. This design is suitable for those who want to design a bathroom in a loft style.

Therefore, before choosing a color for the floor, walls and ceiling, it is necessary to determine what kind of effect is expected from the selected combinations of shades. How will the bathroom look like in this design, will the interior be overloaded, which will lead not to relaxation, but, on the contrary, to tension. The bathroom is the place where you want to feel comfortable, but due to the wrong combination of shades in the design, the interior can lead to a constant feeling of discomfort. This is absolutely unacceptable!

If you have any doubts about the chosen design option or do not have any design ideas for the bathroom, then it is best to contact a professional designer who will help you design the bathroom in such a way that it is very stylish, comfortable and original, while taking into account the tastes and preferences of the owners of the apartment.

Possible color combinations secret of designers

Designers have one secret that allows them to always choose the right combinations of colors and shades, whether it is a bathroom or any other interior to be painted – this is the so-called Johansen Itten circle . To work with it, it is enough to know four simple formulas.

Johansen Itten color matching circle

• The two best matching colors are opposite each other (eg blue and orange).
• Classic in three colors. Choose colors that are at an equal distance from each other (for example: blue, red and yellow).
• Analog triad. Choose any 3 shades located side by side (for example: yellow-orange, yellow and yellow-green).
• Contrasting triad. One color will be the main one, and two shades are added to it, which are adjacent to the opposite (for example: the main purple, and additional ones: yellow-orange and yellow-green).

Wall color in the interior of the bathroom photo

It has long been no secret to anyone that colors can affect our mood and even well-being. And from what color you choose for finishing the bathroom, it will depend on what emotions, sensations and mood your whole day will be filled with. You ask: why ALL day? Because the first room we go to after sleep is this.

There has always been a fashion for certain colors to finish the bathtub. In Soviet times, it was white and blue. Then came the time for black bathtubs and toilets. Today we are more relaxed about the choice of shades, but still do not forget about the compatibility of colors.

So, what is the meaning of different colors? Psychologists usually divide colors into active and passive. Active ones are exciting, while passive ones calm and pacify.

Of course, you should not refuse the presence of white in the bathroom. We always associate it with cleanliness and order. When there is little white in the room, associations appear associated with openness and lightness. And when the white color dominates, it begins to evoke negative associations (remember the surgical room, staff gowns, bandages and cotton wool).

Blue and blue colors can be adjacent to white, because they create a feeling of coolness. The blue-blue scale is traditional for the bathroom. It is associated with freshness and purity and often finds support in decor motifs – boats, starfish, fish. Blue is associated with water and ice, so it has a calming and cooling effect. In addition, it visually enlarges the space.

Pink also goes well with white. It symbolizes romance, kindness, love, therefore it causes a feeling of comfort, calms, helps to reduce aggression. Light shades of purple sets in a romantic mood.

Yellow is a favorite in home decor. It fills any room with warmth and light. This color activates the intellect because it promotes concentration. Pale yellow and apricot shades look very harmonious in the bathroom. Orange color promotes the rise of enthusiasm, inspiration and mood. He constantly keeps in good shape, stimulates creative activity. However, it is desirable to use it in the interior of the bathroom only in detail.

All shades of green are also suitable for the bathroom. Green, as the most natural color, evokes a feeling of stability and peace. It calms the psyche and helps to concentrate and make a decision. The coldest of all shades of green – turquoise – is used to create a cool effect. Light green color looks especially good in rooms where there is a lot of natural sunlight.

Red is the dominant color that is exciting. A large amount of red quickly tires.

Various shades of brown create a cozy atmosphere and harmonize well with other shades of warm tones.

Gray and its shades can fit well into the interior of the bathroom, because they calm the nerves.

Black in large quantities suppresses, makes a depressing impression. Combinations of black (dark purple) and white are suitable for sterile white plumbing.

The combination of tile colors in the bathroom: interior design photos and ideas for inspiration and the right atmosphere.

The combination of tile colors in the bathroom, as in the photo in this article, is a successful and unhackneyed combination that will delight for several years and will not bother you.

How to combine different types and colors of tiles

Multicolour bathroom covers

• Red
• Yellow
• Green
• Blue
• Pink
• Black
• White

Wood and stone cladding

Red

Many people are strongly opposed to the red color in the bathroom, explaining that it will quickly become boring and hurt the eyes in a small space. But, in fact, such a color is a good idea for creating an accent wall and an interesting space.

Choose your shade carefully: dark and cold tones are easier on the eyes than contrasting warm tones. Also, do not forget about good lighting with lamps whose color temperature is close to natural light. The package with such a bulb will be marked with a color temperature from 3,500 to 4,300 K. After choosing the shade and preparing the lighting, start planning combinations of finishes. A classic technique is to shade the red accent with neutral white tiles. The latter in this case can be boiled white or light beige. The material on the floor and all plumbing should be in tone.

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Yellow

The combination of yellow tiles and mosaics in the bathroom makes the interior sunny. Choose lemon shades that are cool, but are close to warm on the color wheel, otherwise the space will turn out faded and uncomfortable.

Design hacks for combining finishes with other details

• Complete the interior with black and white. For example, you can lay tiles on the floor with a black and white pattern of a non-strict geometric shape, from which it does not dazzle in the eyes, and paint the free sections of the walls with black paint.
• Use bold accent wallpaper. In the room in the first photo, the designer used black wallpaper with golden large pineapples as a pattern. It turned out very harmonious.
• Set off a bright color with calm white. Let part of the wall covering, plumbing and accessories be boiled white, then the whole interior will turn out to be very fresh and cheerful.
• Lay out a monochrome yellow mosaic on one wall and with an intricate floral pattern on the other.

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Green

Green tiling looks very elegant and inspiring in the interior. It can be an emerald color for one contrasting wall. In this case, the rest of the space will be decorated in a neutral color scheme, as in the example in the gallery – gray and white.

Mint-colored triangular mosaic also looks good in a minimalist interior. At the same time, the coating should not necessarily be one-color, look for options with flowers and leaves of tropical plants.

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Light blue or blue

When choosing a blue finish for a bathroom or toilet, ditch the patterned square or rectangular tiles and symmetrical layout. If you have chosen a fashionable hexagonal mosaic, take white tiles as a basis, and arrange blue accents with chaotic inserts or diversify them with yellow.

The combination of mosaic and tile in the bathroom becomes more interesting thanks to the color: in the example you can see deep azure and turquoise shades with golden and white splashes. Take the time to find the perfect shade and add accessories to it. The last can be a frame for a mirror, a faucet, a lamp, a soap dish.

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Pink

Pink cladding in combination with other finishing materials looks delicate. But different shades contribute to creating a different atmosphere in the interior.

For example, the rich color of strawberry gum, together with beautiful colored sanitary ware, will give the feeling of a doll’s room. A colder pink with a hint of red will have the opposite effect – such a room will look restrained and concise. Pay attention to the last photo: the combination of white tiles with marbled finish and pink ceramics turned out to be very delicate and stylish.

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Black or gray

For a beautiful combination of colors in the bathroom tiles, as in the photo, even black or dark gray can be used as the main shade. The main rule of working with black, even if you combine it with colored or wooden elements, is good lighting. The location of spotlights, pendant lamps and diode strips should be thought out to the smallest detail. If the bathroom mainly uses combinations of light gray tiles, try playing with the surface texture: choose matte and glossy finishes.

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White or Beige

It may seem that decorating in white and beige is the easiest task, where you don’t have to think about good and bad combinations. But, in fact, if you lay out all the surfaces with tiles of the same color and shape and find matching accessories, they will merge and the interior will become flat.

How to combine white and beige tiles with other colors

• Use a glossy white wall and floor surface with contrasting black elements: towel warmer, textiles, furniture pieces.
• Complement the white area with a contrasting color, such as dark green. Or, on the contrary, close in tone: light gray, beige.
• Use black patterned tiles on part of the wall.
• Focus on the shape and texture of the material.

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Complement colorful combinations or create the most natural and ecological space possible with ceramics that imitate wood or stone. It will well shade complex design solutions, for example, a black wall, or act as the main accent for the interior itself, especially if you decorate it in eco or Scandinavian style.

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  Wood effect tiles in the bathroom: trendy combinations and design ideas

At the same time, one should not think that a stone is always easily recognizable granite or marble. Manufacturers offer options with an interesting pattern and bright color splashes that are not found in nature.

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Bathroom color – how to choose the perfect solution? (70 photo ideas)

> Bathroom > Bathroom color – photo ideas and expert advice when choosing a color for the bathroom

The color palette of design solutions in the design of the bathroom is diverse. When choosing the color of the bathroom, many people are guided only by personal preferences, forgetting about other important factors. A number of simple recommendations from professionals will help you make the right choice in the color scheme of the space.

Contents:

How to choose the right color for the bathroom

Each color has its own characteristics of visual and psychological perception of space. Skillfully using color in the design of the bathroom, you can visually increase or decrease the size of the room, create a certain atmosphere.

Things to consider:

• matching the selected color and shade to the size of the room. For adjusting the space, this is very important: the smaller the bathroom area, the lighter the color scheme and the degree of saturation of the shades;
• the style of the bathroom should fit into the overall design of the apartment as a whole. A harmonious and correct combination of all decor elements can transform any room;
• individual color perception using expert advice.

The main characteristics of popular colors and shades

The color scheme of the space is the main design component. Each color has its own advantages and disadvantages. Knowing these features, you can skillfully influence perception and achieve the desired result.

White

A versatile classic that is timeless. Creates a feeling of cleanliness, easily fits into any design solutions. Visually enlarges the space, so it is ideal for small spaces.

The disadvantage is some coldness of perception. Using other shades of white (milk, pearl), you can add warmth to the sensations.

Black

Strict, elegant and stylish. Refers to the luxury classics for elite interiors. A special chic is created by the combination of black with all the metallic shades of gold and silver.

Looks gloomy in small spaces and visually reduces the size. Experts recommend using only for spacious rooms and in combination with other colors.

Red color

Radiates strong energy, raises the tone. Too much red can be depressing and annoying. It is best used for large rooms, combining with white, gray, black and metallic colors.

Deeper tones of red are psychologically perceived better (for example, Bordeaux). Measures must be observed in the use of such energetically active colors.

Orange

Popular. Creates a pleasant positive atmosphere. Too much orange can be tiring. It is successfully combined with white, cream, green and blue colors. Usually used in spacious rooms. In small ones, less saturated shades (for example, peach) are better perceived.

Green color

Very harmonious, natural, positive. It has a calming effect, is one of the best options for decorating the bathroom. In small spaces, softer shades should be used, combined with light tones of yellow and cream. Doesn’t go well with white.

Blue

Deep and stylish. Shades of different intensities are used: from blue to dark tones. Light colors soothe, expand the space, add freshness, but can be cold and uncomfortable.

The combination with white, beige, gold and wood adds the necessary warmth to the perception.