Bathroom

Remodelling a bathroom can be a costly venture and not something you want to be doing every couple of years.

So it’s important to get it right first time. No pressure! Well, maybe some pressure. All you need to do is make sure you pick a colour scheme that’s something you’re going to be happy living with for the next decade. Here are four ideas to get you started.

Classic monochrome

You can’t go far wrong with a traditional palette anchored by white walls and fixtures, contrasted by black and white tile flooring, and grounded with modern black accents and trims in an almost black such as Black Ace. It can be sharp and edgy or softened with warm whites — a black-and-white colour scheme is also lovely tempered by natural wood. The great thing about this simple scheme is that it’s 100 per cent gender neutral, but you can easily change the mood with different coloured towels and accessories, depending on who’s using the room. This makes it a great choice for a guest bathroom.

438 Black Ace

Coastal inspiration

Bathroom inspiration often comes from the shades and colours we fall in love with on holiday, and any coastal break is bound to have you dreaming in blue. From soft shades of aqua and pale denim paired with crisp white, to pastel blue and silver, or deep navy in place of black on a monochrome palette, blues have a sense of tranquillity and solace that is associated with bathrooms more than any other room.
Combine a pale blue such as Perfect Coastline and a seafoam green such as Water Flow for a tropical yet modern theme that perfectly conjures images of the ocean and sky.

284 Perfect Coastline 316 Water Flow

Naturally neutral

One of the most enduring bathroom schemes is a balanced blend of neutrals. Create a sophisticated mix of white, cream, beige and grey, for a room that’s simple, clean and calm. Crisp white trims will keep this scheme from looking too soft focus. Add (and subtract) textured details such as timber mirror frames and woven baskets. With the added greenery of living or low-maintenance artificial plants, this scheme will look fresh and timeless as the years roll by.

Shades of grey

Grey is a classic bathroom colour, with good reason — its versatility means it works with pretty much any design style, from traditional period homes through to contemporary, via mid-century and industrial. Also, grey can be warm or cool, light or dark, so it can sit quietly in the background or take centre stage. For a clean and simple look, various shades of grey from Star White and Twisted Rope to Dark Silhouette will create a sense of elegance and calm, leaving you free to add colour in your fittings and accessories.

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2 Star White Twisted Rope

415 Dark Silhouette