Classic black-and-white works for any design style.

Use our examples to inspire your bathroom makeover.

A black-and-white bathroom can be both classic and contemporary.

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Gain inspiration for your space (no matter the size or style) with our favoriteblack-and-white bathrooms.

In this bathroom, it adds striking contrast towhite wallswithout being too overpowering.

The color scheme continues throughout the space with a black-and-white dresser, floor tile, and decorative wall accents.

Black and white bathroom

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It adds great visual interest, plays with scale, and breaks up large solid surfaces.

Black-and-White Floor Tile

Patterned black-and-white floor tile grounds this otherwise neutral bathroom.

The small-scale organic pattern juxtaposes a solid white rectangular tub.

gray and white master bathroom with double vanity

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Brass hardware,wood accents, and houseplants warm up the space and create a layered look.

Rustic Shiplap Wall

Awhite shiplap walladds a rustic touch to this elegant black-and-white bathroom.

Use trays or baskets to incorporate texture and stylishly corral toiletries.

bathroom with patterned floor and white bathtub

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Black Herringbone Tile

Darkherringbone floor tilebalances this sophisticated bathroom’s white and cream tones.

Crystal drawer knobs, glass storage canisters, and polished nickel hardware keep this space light and airy.

Matte Black Hardware

Sometimes simple is best, as this black-and-white bathroom demonstrates.

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A thick stone countertop gives the otherwise plain white vanity a luxurious feel.

Patterned Wallpaper

A small space like a powder room is the perfect spot for boldblack-and-white wallpaper.

It provides an impressive backdrop for a traditional black vanity and ornate brass mirror.

black and white bathroom counter with mirror

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A crystal chandelier andwarm hardwood floorsenhance the stately look.

Floating Black Vanity

For high-end style, play with scale.

Bathroom with Black Ceiling

For some drama, go bold and paint yourbathroom ceiling black.

black corner vanity with round mirror and white shiplap wall

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A glass cabinet offers vintage-style storage and coordinates with a black mirror, hardware, and lighting.

A rusticwood vanitybreaks up the black-and-white bathroom design and provides plenty of open and closed storage.

Black-and-White Bathroom Floor Tile

Abold pattern floor tileacts as an area rug in this bathroom.

bathroom with black floor and white vanities

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It also emphasizes the black-and-white color scheme of the hardware, lighting, and wall accents.

Stylish Black-and-White Bath

Symmetry is a great way to achieve a classic look.

This mix of old and newa vintage-style blackdouble vanitywith modern, minimalist bathroom decorelevates a monochromatic color palette.

bathroom with marble vanity top and white shiplap walls

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A black shower door adds an industrial touch; a bright white vanity andmarble wall tilesbrighten the look.

you could’t go wrong with polished chrome hardwareitpairs well with other metalsand will never go out of style.

Buffalo-Check Painted Floor

Apainted buffalo-check flooris an unexpected whimsical detail that completely transforms this bathroom.

corner with black and white patterned wallpaper

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Greenery adds a fresh splash of color and a natural element.

Simple and Neutral

Clean lines and aneutral color paletteadd sophistication to this bathroom.

Geometric floor tile adds pattern to the black-and-white decor.

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Black-and-White Pattern Tile

This black-and-white bathroom proves that neutrals are anything but boring.

Mixing various materials, such as tile, wood, glass, and metal, creates a layered look.

In this bathroom,white ceramic tilehighlights the stunningblack-and-white wallpaper.

bathroom with wooden vanity and subway tiled walls

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A rustic wood cabinet in the corner holds daily essentials and extra toilet paper.

Brass Bathroom Accents

Warm brass hardware with patina pairs beautifully with a black-and-white bathroom color scheme.

If you’re tired of plain white doors, considerpainting your bathroom door blackfor a bold, timeless statement.

newly renovated bathroom with black-and-white tiles

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Classic Black-and-White Bathroom

Afreestanding tubis the epitome of elegance.

White window blinds further the monochromatic design.

It’s a great alternative to wallpaper or plain wall paint and is easy to keep clean.

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Substantial wood mirrors contrast the shiny black lacquered vanity and polished chrome hardware.

Astriped runneradds a cheery accent.

This black-and-white bathroom also has aclever storage towerthattransitions into a benchwhere a wall once divided this primary bath.

black and white bathroom with marble vanity top

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Luxe Bathroom Touches

Crisp white wallspractically sparkle against dark wood paneling.

Warm textures, like adriftwood-inspired mirrorand woven baskets, balance this bathroom’s unobtrusive wall treatment and modern fixtures.

Coolgray painton the walls and similarly hued floor tiles keep the pattern from overwhelming the small space.

bathroom buffalo check vinyl floor

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Glossy black trim highlights the backsplash and makes the vanity the focal point.

Spa-Like Features

Clean lines and ethereal white decor make this primary bath aspa-worthy retreat.

Matchingall-white vanitiesfloat above a luminous white marble floor, while a black-and-white backsplash showcases an oversized beveled-glass mirror.

white master bathroom dual sinks with black countertop and black pattern tiled flooring

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The mosaic tiles make a big textural statement quieted with pale gray paint.

Black-and-White Shower Tile

A wall of all-black tile adds drama to the classic white subway tile shower.

Shades of gray, including light Carrara marble tiles on the floor, distinguish thiswalk-in shower.

white bathroom with black decorative tile flooring

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Using tiles in a mix of colors, shapes, and textures adds dimension to the small space.

A glass shower door keeps the look bright and open.

Charcoal Walls

Don’t discountdark wall colorsfor a bathroom.

bathroom with black and white wallpaper

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Deep gray walls warm this big, bright bath where vintage-inspired light and dark finished tile reflects personal style.

Thecharcoal painthelps the primarily white space feel more intimate while showcasing elegant embellishments.

Classic white trim contrasts modern fixtures to blend seamlessly with the home’s style.

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Contrastingmarble mosaic tilesform a ribbon around the perimeter of the black-and-white bathroom, adding a decorative focal point.

Crisp white furnishings, including the sinks,medicine cabinet, and vanity stool, brighten the look.

freestanding tub on black and white patterned floor

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Double sink with hexagonal tile walls

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purple flowers bathroom colorful tile walls

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black tile floor wall yellow stool white tub windows

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baskets under sink bathroom mirror lights white vanity

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black white tile backsplash bathroom black vanity yellow flowers

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white simple bathroom tile vanity sink mirror

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black white bathroom black white tile shower

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simple bathroom windows white tub vanity

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gray bathroom tile tub rug shower bathtub

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transitional bathroom glass shower white gray wall

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