patch your bathroom in hues and styles you loveand increase your homes value to boot.
This bathroom’s inspiration comes from a vintage rug that combines rich redwith muted shades of green.
Use a vintage floor covering for an unexpected bath mat that brings luxury to a functional space.
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Theblack-and-white bathroom color schemecreates a modern juxtaposition to its natural wood furnishings.
Vivid purple and forest green give acottage bathrooma big infusion of style.
The colors in the wallpaper stimulate without overwhelming and draw the eyes upward to expand the small space visually.
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The curves in the carved wood mirror repeat the swirling design above.
Painted white, the minor imperfections are less visible.
Aqua + Denim + Crisp White
Blue is one of the most popular bathroom color ideas.
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Play upthe hue’s calming attributeswith soft shades of aqua and denim blue against a backdrop of crisp white.
Plants are a good addition to bathrooms, where thefrequent humidityhelps them thrive.
Blue Gray + Orange + Chocolate Brown
Kick up calming blueswith spots of energetic orange.
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Here, theblue-gray bathroomcolor idea tempers the brightness of orange artwork and accessories.
A rich brown stool and matching shower door frame cozy things up.
Make this color upgrade easy on yourself byleaning artwork against the wallinstead of reaching for the hammer and nails.
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The subtle repeat of the circular pattern on the penny tile floor and the wallpaper offers continuity.
Timeless white countertops, polished nickel faucets, and shiny brass hardware sparkle against the bubblegum pink vanity.
The underside of the sink ispainted a matte blackto add definition against all the white.
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Abright red vanityshouts sophistication when paired with traditional accents like a vintage chrome faucet andsparkling wall sconces.
White spray paint updates an antique mirror for an all-white wall accent.
Blue + White + Black
Temper multipleshades of bluewith monochromatic accents.
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In this powder room, blue-patterned wallpaper provides a fun backdrop for aDIY dresser-turned-vanitypainted in a similar shade.
The satin-finish paint on the vanity complements the polished sheen of the black granite.
The bathroom artwork incorporates both blue and black for a cohesive color scheme.
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Lemony accents brighten this otherwise monochromatic bathroom.
This DIY project is surprisingly easy but makes a noticeable improvement.
Purple + White + Brown
Evoke regal elegance in your bathroom withpretty purple walls.
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Here, a rich eggplant shade continues in honeycomb floor tiles.
A white vanity and neutral wall trim prevent the hue from becoming too heavy.
Chocolaty brown, seen on a footstool, brings warmth to this bathroom color idea.
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Instead of flat paint, opt for agrasscloth wallpaper.
An oil-based primer will help prep the intended area.
First, dress the rest of the room in soft whites to focus on the tile work.
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Use a foam brush when painting grout to avoid loose brush hairs.
A rustic wood vanity adds character, while white accessories brighten the room.
Here, gleaming white and silver surfaces take on a cottage-style look thanks toseafoam green walls.
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Sheer window coverings keep the atmosphere light and airy.
Bathroom Color Ideas
The perfectpaint coloris key to fabulousbathroom colorideas.
Here are some of our top picks to inspire bathroom color ideas for your own home.
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Once your color scheme has been chosen, the rest of the bathroom remodel will come easily.
Take a look at our choices, ranging from bold and energizing to calm and relaxing.
Make your bathroom the retreat of your dreams with the perfect paint color.
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Here, a blue and seafoam green bathroomfeels tropicaland modern, a successful juxtaposition of design styles.
Subtle variations in tone keep the tile from overwhelming, while woods and off-whites warm up the space.
The slatted platform leading to the shower is reminiscent of a wooden deck, enhancing the outdoor ambiance.
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Chalkboard Black + Walnut + Pure White
This not-quite-black bathroom paint color brings drama without being melodramatic.
A midtonewalnut vanityoffers another strong tone, but the warm finish adds earthy appeal.
White accents provide visual relief from the dark colors, and a wood pocket door complements the rustic paneling.
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Finishes play a big part in this traditional bathroom design.
The floor features an intricate herringbone pattern of rectangular tiles bordered in black, white, and gray.
Large-format rectangular tiles form the wainscoting, and gleaming polished nickel fixtures pop against the quiet background.
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A matte-finish painted wall recedes against crisp white medicine cabinets.
The complementary bathroom wall colors give the bath an energetic personality.
Molding around the window and plain baseboards give the bathroom a finished look.
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Asmall window and curtainlet natural light in without compromising privacy.
The white veining in the slatetile floor, emphasized by the white grout, ties the look together.
Saffron yellow accessories provide peppy warmth, and chrome faucets and sconces add shine.
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The large window is uncovered to take advantage of the sunlight that brightens the room.
Here, a bold red vanity pairs with aromantic mirrorfor the room’s focal point.
The detailedwallpaper patternoffsets the clean lines of the vanity.
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Dark flooring matches the vanity’s wood accents and adds warmth to the room.
Chartreuse + Gray + White
Skeptical of wallpaper?
Do a test run in a bathroom to try the bestapplication techniques.
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Large-scale chartreuse blooms climbing the walls are a bold backdrop for this bathroom’s crisp white pedestal sink.
A brushed-nickel faucet and metal-frame mirror offer gleaming companionship for the wall covering’s gray stems and leaves.
Two-thirds of the projects end up increasing in size (by removing a bathtub, for instance).
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you might adjust the lighting with your smartphone or by remote control.
Fun options include updated accessories, such as a chandelier to mount over the bathtub.
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