This short article offers the homeowners a few ideas on what to do with a dark bathroom.
If your bathroom is situated in a building recess, you might not have adequate natural lighting, or perhaps large trees take away the daylight; either way, if your bathroom is low on natural lighting, here are a few dark bathroom ideas to consider.
Monochrome Look
Monochrome is the art of using a single colour in various shades and it doesn’t have to be black and white, although this is the Art Deco look. Alternate black and white ceramic floor tiles, with brass fixtures and fittings and a nice oval bath in the centre of the room, and you have an ideal Art Deco bathroom.
Single Dark Tiled Wall
Shiny, dark ceramic surfaces reflect light and a visit to a Weybridge bath store, if you happen to be nearby, is sure to bring results. Your local bath store offers lots of options and would be able to help you out with anything you need for your bathroom, including the type of tiled wall you want. In fact, you could take your floor plan and a few photos of the current decor, which would help the in-store bathroom designer get a feel of the space.
You may be able to get free advice from a bathroom design expert. All you have to do is visit a suitable bathroom showroom and take your floorplan with you. The designer will take your overall budget and create something special. You will save a fortune with a DIY installation. You can have a 5-figure make-over for a lot less!
Wallpaper Meets Panelling
If you are looking for an old world look, why not choose a flower pattern wallpaper (waterproof of course) that meets timber panelling at centre height? You could choose a pine woodgrain with a small capping that runs across all walls except one. Timber used in the bathroom must be treated, while there are attractive composites that look like wood, which would be more suitable for a wet room. Dried grass in a large vase really makes the space look homely and some antique wall lighting completes the look.
Stone Cladding
Classic marble brings something special to any bathroom, with matching floor tiling and brass fittings. A long oval ceramic bath would be a central feature, and lots of green fauna for a natural touch. Antique mirrors have a place in such a setting, or if a modern setting, frameless is the way to go.
Black Bathtub – Grey Tiling
You can go really dark by ordering a black painted bathtub from your local bath showroom. Both tub and base could come in the same glossy black, and an injection of deep red would add some balance. Of course, this is not to everyone’s taste. Try to imagine how it would look in your space and see a unit close-up at the bath store. This is a place for scented candles with subtle lighting and a warm glow, ideal for a long, hot soak.
These are just a few ideas on how to make best use of a dark bathroom. We recommend getting yourself to your nearest bathroom showroom for some real design inspiration. It is hard to picture a complete revamp; there are some good software bundles to help with bathroom interior design, and you can download them on Play Store.