A fresh coat of paint for your bathroom
After the wild colours that were popular during the 70s and 80s, white returned for a long time as the dominant colour in the bathroom. White stands for purity and has long been the classic colour in many bathrooms where it is used for tiles, walls and ceramic products such as toilets, basins and bathtubs. But the days of pristine white bathrooms are quickly becoming a thing of the past. Now customers are looking for more homely atmospheres, created, among other things, by using different colour shades.
House or apartment owners seek a combination of durable equipment and aesthetics, because most bathrooms will be used for periods lasting 20 to 30 years and renovated only once or perhaps not at all during this time. This also explains why white tones are not completely out of fashion. Most bathroom ceramic products are still manufactured in white, with the idea being that they are easy to combine in terms of colour and people won’t tire of them quickly.
Fresh and bright room climate
Nowadays, bathroom walls are often painted in colours such as beige, light grey or powder. Neutral colours bring out a modern and timelessly elegant touch. Moreover, white basins and toilets look particularly sophisticated when combined with these colours.
We recommend using classic shapes and colours when it comes to sanitary installation elements and bathroom ceramics and soft, warm colours when designing the walls. And remember: Less is more. Avoid mixing too many different tones. It not only looks unattractive, it also creates an overwhelming and untidy appearance.
However, you can afford to add splashes of colours with your decorations and accessories which are easy and inexpensive to replace.
Colours that are a joy to be around
- Sand and nude tones create a feeling of warmth. They have a balancing effect on both the eyes and mind because they convey a sense of calm and harmony.
- Grey tones: Grey comes in a wide range of shades – mixed with a little brown, grey has a warming effect, but when it has a bluish tint, it has a cooling effect. Accessories in red, yellow or turquoise harmonise especially well with grey bathrooms.
- Pastel colours: Light blue, pink, mint and similar shades provide a sense of lightness and well-being in the room. The beauty of pastel colours is that they always cut a fine and friendly figure when combined with white appliances.
How can I bring added colour to the bathroom without painting the walls?
Colours generate a sense of atmosphere and can help give a sense of homeliness to the bathroom. Painting the walls is not absolutely necessary to add colour to the bathroom. Instead, interior designers add colourful touches with bathroom accessories. The advantage of this compared to painting is that bathroom utensils can be replaced quickly and cheaply. The following offer a splash of colour:
- Textiles such as towels, bath mats, carpets or shower curtains
- Soap dispensers, toothbrush glasses and towel rails
- Vases and plant pots
- Pictures and sculptures
- Decorative items such as lights, candles and candlesticks
- Small pieces of bathroom furniture
- Tailored actuator plates
Plants can also bring colour to the bathroom together with a natural ambience. But watch out, not every plant is suitable for bathrooms.
Modern colours for the bathroom – this year’s favourite
Each year, leading architects use different colours in defining new interior design trends. Pantone’s 2022 Colour of the Year is the lilac shade Very Peri. The blue shade mixed with a touch of red and violet has a fresh appearance that embodies looking to the future with optimism.
Ideas for the right combination: Pantone’s in-house creation invigorates the bathroom both as a wall colour (if you are feeling brave) and as a splash of colour on furniture, accessories or textiles. The blue-violet colour is a great match for white, light grey or beige. Very Peri also comes into its own as a wall colour when paired with marble and gold or in combination with light wood. Bathroom furniture with light wood surfaces in a clear, linear design contrasts perfectly with the playful colour and gives the bathroom a modern look.
Conclusion
We recommend sanitary equipment and bathroom ceramics in classic colours, paired with discreet, warm colours on the wall. Remember that less is more. The bathroom appears calmer and tidier when not too many different colours are used. Decorations and bathroom accessories can create a more colourful and modern appearance, and can be replaced cheaply and with a minimum of fuss.
pastel tones in the bathroom
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