Colors in the bathroom
What should generally be considered when choosing colors for the bathroom?
Individual tastes vary, but a few general guidelines can still be established. After all, a bathroom is always a functional space, which is why the furnishings and color scheme should have a supportive effect. We therefore recommend the following guidelines:
Don't go overboard
As tempting as the selection has become, it makes sense to focus on a reduced color scheme in the bathroom instead of mixing all colors together. The latter creates a restless atmosphere, which is something hardly anyone wants in their bathroom. Completely monochrome bathrooms are an easy way to settle on a design.
Tip: These can be perfectly realized with the Vitrium series, for example.
Set accents
Not all colors are suitable for a completely monochrome bathroom. For example, a particularly bright and bold red can make a bathroom feel very restless and confining. The same applies to other very vibrant colors. In this case, it is better to rely on individual accents that you can combine with calmer pastel shades or neutral colors.
Where can colors be used effectively in the bathroom?
If you don't want to design your bathroom in a single color, the question arises as to where you can best use color accents. There are several options to choose from.
Ceramics
Although white remains the standard color for bathroom ceramics, black or gray ceramics are no longer a rarity. The neutral nature of these colors means that they can be combined particularly well. Of course, you can also do the opposite and choose more striking colors for the ceramics and keep the rest of the colors in the bathroom neutral.
Faucets
Faucets are particularly well suited for adding color accents. Here, you can also opt for higher quality. For example, gold faucets in your bathroom with white ceramics create an elegant impression. Gold or bronze tones also harmonize perfectly with black. Since the faucets only make up a small part of the room, this avoids any overload of metal tones.
Tiles
The color of bathroom tiles can be easily adapted to the rest of the color scheme—after all, tiles usually look best when they complement the overall look rather than dominating it. The color does not always have to be exactly the same as the rest of the bathroom. For example, a slightly darker shade of tile can often accentuate a lighter color in the ceramics or furniture, as long as the shades themselves are harmonious. Or you can choose a more subtle color here as well.
Wall paint
Although similar rules apply to wall paint as to tile paint in the bathroom, the ongoing trend of one or two walls in a different color offers scope for accents. In this case, however, the wall paint in the bathroom should never stand alone, but should be reflected in other elements.
Bathroom furniture
When it comes to bathroom furniture, harmony is key. In multi-colored bathrooms, it should ideally match the wall color or the color of the faucet. However, there is one major exception: the natural look of wood or stone goes well with all colors in the bathroom.
Bathroom accessories
Similar to faucets, accessories are perfect for introducing bolder colors into the bathroom. They allow you to add attractive accents without visually overloading the bathroom. Another advantage is that it is relatively easy to make changes here. If you don't like the color of a towel, you can simply replace it with one that suits your taste. This allows you to constantly change accents and keep the aesthetics of your bathroom looking fresh.
Which colors in the bathroom create which impression?
Choosing the right color for your bathroom is always a question of style. What kind of atmosphere do you want to create in your bathroom? White bathrooms have a classic, clean look, while gray bathrooms have a subtle, understated charm. Combining several colors also requires careful consideration. Particularly trendy examples include black and white, green, blue, and beige bathrooms.
Of course, there are numerous other possibilities, such as bathrooms in yellow or red, which can convey a very lively feeling when used correctly. As with all colors in the bathroom, there is no "right" choice here, as perception varies from person to person. It is best to choose whatever you personally feel comfortable with.
Black and white
Solid black bathrooms are undoubtedly stylish, but they always depend on there being sufficient light sources. With a black and white bathroom, even darker rooms can be given a solution that allows this elegance to really come into its own. The combination of white ceramic and floor tiles with black faucets, furniture, and walls works particularly well.
Green
Not all greens are the same. Bright shades can quickly look unnatural and rarely work well. Natural green tones, on the other hand, create a perfect, calm harmony with stone or wood-look furniture. You can also accentuate your green bathroom with gray or white to emphasize the natural look. If you want metal colors for the faucets, darker gold or bronze tones make a particularly good impression.
Blue
Blue is a perfect color for the bathroom: whether it's a relaxing sky blue or a deep sea blue, the association with the bathroom is never far away. Not least, the calming effect of blue makes it an excellent choice. Whether it's blue walls, tiles, or bathroom furniture, if you want a relaxing bathroom, you can't go wrong with blue. Just make sure that the overall impression is not too cold if you tend towards more subdued shades of blue. If in doubt, warm accents in the faucets or accessories can help here.
Beige
Choose beige as the color for your bathroom to give it a modern touch. Combining different light sand tones is one of the latest trends in bathroom design. A beige bathroom with white faucets also conveys a sense of calm, creating the perfect setting for relaxation. Beige bathroom furniture, like wood-colored furniture, can be combined beautifully with many other colors.
Discover material and color trends in the bathroom
Whether monochrome or combined, colors in the bathroom offer many options for customization. The materials used also have a decisive influence on which colors harmonize particularly well and what overall impression is created. Discover some particularly popular design options here.
Tip: You can also find useful advice on painting your bathroom in our magazine.
