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How to warm up a modern bathroom decor

From simple vinyl stickers and seashells to a mirrored ceiling and a luxurious full-wall terrazzo, there are plenty of options for modern bathroom decor. The secret is how to choose and use it correctly, preserving space, comfort and functionality of the room. Share with you practical ideas and tips for decorating the bathroom.

Sink

Today, suspended, concise sinks with a geometric shape are in trend. The absence of a pedestal saves space, adding a sense of airiness and spaciousness. A spectacular shade and expensive countertop material (wood, marble) is a worthy decoration for the bathroom. A more economical and durable option is artificial stone. Glass countertops look stylish and modern, but they quickly get dirty and are inferior to stone or wood in durability. 

The outside of the sink can be decorated with your own hands with vinyl moisture-resistant stickers, drawings and mosaics. 

To replace the usual pedestal will work and improvised means: a high stool, an elongated stump, pallets, a metal barrel or an antique nightstand.

Shelves

If niches eat up a lot of space, it is convenient to store bath supplies and bathroom decor on narrow shelves and open shelves. If you share a bathroom, there’s often room above the toilet bowl that isn’t used – why not put a couple of shelves there?

In miniature bathrooms, storage spaces in the corner, under the ceiling, and along the tub are handy. Shelves along the entire wall area is a bold solution that adds texture and volume to the space. A change of accessories along the walls will be enough to update the decor.

Paintings and inscriptions

Several capacious and bright phrases of volumetric letters, inscriptions or posters on the wall will be an original decoration for the bathroom. Letters with LEDs will serve as an additional source of lighting.

A gallery of paintings and photos is desirable to be placed away from wet areas and protected by frames with glass. A practical option is to transfer your favorite image to a base made of wood or plastic. But remember: too much wall decor can visually narrow the room.

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Lighting fixtures

Massive hanging chandelier – a luxurious spectacle, but not for small-sized bathrooms. It is better to replace it with a few spotlights, placed along the perimeter and in key areas.

Lighting fixture of unusual shape or color can become the dominant bathroom decor and a reference point for other interior elements. Combine it with a neutral wall and ceiling. 

Mirror

From a small oval above the sink to massive tiles on the entire ceiling, you can safely experiment with a mirror in the bathroom. To enhance the illusion of volume in a small space, use a mirror panel without a frame. 

In the style of eco a mirror in a simple wooden frame, suspended from the ceiling with a thick rope made of sisal or jute, looks great. If the bathroom is spacious, you can use two sinks with mirrors. Several different-format mirrors make original wall compositions, creating a constant play of reflections.

Textiles 

Textiles help to add color to the bathroom decor. Towels, bath robes and a rug in a single shade can easily set the right accents on a neutral background.

Double bath curtain with original pattern looks dramatic and voluminous. Well-chosen photo prints (open landscapes, taking your eyes into the distance) will visually expand space and emphasize the uniqueness of the interior.

Rules of bathroom decoration

When choosing bathroom décor elements, it is necessary to proceed from: 

  • the size of the room, 
  • layout, 
  • existing repairs and design, 
  • the degree of illumination, 
  • the general idea and style of the interior. 

Sketch a rough sketch by hand or create it in a special online application. Think about a combination of hidden and open storage systems, to remove unsightly things and exhibit beautiful things.

Most often for the bathroom choose a light neutral palette. It creates a soothing atmosphere, adding a sense of cleanliness and order. But the classic white monochrome looks boring. To introduce livening up will help bright accessories, live plants and textiles.

Finishing materials should be well tolerated temperature changes, high humidity, have a safe composition and a long service life. The best options for the bathroom: ceramic tiles, plastic panels, natural or artificial stone, waterproof paint, decorative plaster. The other types of finishing require additional protection against moisture.

Features of decorating working surfaces (walls, floor, ceiling)

The favorite for finishing the walls of the bathroom is tile. Its non-standard laying on one of the areas can become a highlight of the decor. Do not be afraid to combine several types and shades of tiles, which will give the interior an individuality.

Tired of traditional tiles and betting on exclusivity? Try a coating from the Venetian palaces – terrazzo. The multicolored marble chips, repeated on the floor and countertops, work especially spectacular.

Before you paint the walls, you need to carefully level the surfaces and check how the chosen shade will look in the new lighting. The intensity of light can change the color of the coating.

Finishing the walls with PVC panels is one of the easiest, affordable and fastest ways to decorate the bathroom. There are a lot of high-quality and durable options that imitate stone, wood, tile. Models with a special protective film on the front side are less susceptible to damage during installation.

Who said that wallpaper is not comilfo for the bathroom? Vinyl, washable, liquid and fiberglass wallpaper takes the humidity well and does not swell. If you make one of the walls an accent wall, you can achieve the effect of depth and get a stylish design. A few wood details and live plants will balance out the dark touches and give a natural look.

A neutral bathroom interior will enliven the floor with a motley pattern or a bright rug. If you want an unusual volumetric picture, pay attention to poured surfaces with 3D effect. You can choose the most daring drawings. Dark shades for the floor in the bathroom are not particularly practical: soap stains and smudges from the powder are clearly visible on them.

Ready-made ideas in different styles

Most bathrooms in apartment buildings have a rather modest area without a source of daylight. In such conditions, styles with laconic decor and smooth surfaces look good: high-tech, minimalism, modern, eco, industrial, brutalism. But if you want, the bathroom can be decorated in any style you like. Here are a few good options:

Scandinavian bathrooms feature modest finishes, a practical and flexible layout, natural materials and an abundance of light. An option for those who don’t like superfluous details and appreciate eco-decor.

Grandma’s nightstand updated with decoupage or new paint is a winning accessory for a bathroom in the style of chebby-chic or Provence. Add a lavender bucket and floral wallpaper over the sink.

To create a country style bathroom, use wood, brick and black hardware in the finish.

The minimalist style ensures that your bathroom will look good in all seasons.

The combination of bare brickwork, glass and concrete are recognizable touches of industrial style. Complete the look with a spectacular metal light fixture.