Bathroom Decoration Ideas for Bathroom Decorating
"Great results begin with the best bathroom decor ideas"
Here are the best bathroom decoration ideas for your bathroom makeover project! Decorating bathrooms has never been easier, read on to find out how. First, be sure to take a look at the 'Fundamental Four' Guidelines before starting any bathroom decorating or redecorating project. You want to start off on a positive note and be well organized - it makes the entire experience so much more pleasant! Once you have determined your overall project and budget, it is time to start formulating your color and style palette, utilizing the bathroom decoration ideas and plans you may have been thinking about. Is there a defined decorating style in the rest of your home that will be carried through to the bathroom decorating project? It's a good idea to be consistent with the style you have set for other areas of your home, although in a bathroom you can 'go down a different road' as long as the basic design elements are kept consistent.
For example, in our log home, the color palette was hunter green, burgandy and gold in varying shades. In the master bath we kept a neutral palette on the floor and walls, and used burgandy and shades of green as accents. It was beautiful. If you're not sure what to do with color, here is a suggestion. Go to a reputable paint store (I always recommend Benjamin Moore) and work with the color chips that are already organized into suggested palettes. There are many to choose from, so if you have a color or two that you are working with, you will have no problem finding a variety of suggested color palettes. It can be difficult to pull colors together if you aren't sure where to begin. And, if you are working around a color that is not going to change, such as pink shower tile, it really helps to see a variety of choices and color combinations. Now that you have your style and color choices narrowed down, here are your other considerations and bathroom decoration ideas:
2. Lighting is important in the bathroom for obvious reasons. Make sure you have enough and that at least one light is bright. You can certainly use a softer light such as a
small lamp
in place of a nightlight, or when you have guests, but don't make everyone use the services in the dark! If you are replacing and updating a light fixture, make sure the size and shape of the new fixture will fit in the allocated space, including the electrical connection. If unsure, have someone with electrical experience give you some help. 3. You can substantially change the look of your bathroom with accessories, so here are some great bathroom decoration ideas - use some or all of them! Change the mirror to create a new look. If the existing mirror is square or rectangular, consider oval if that will work in your bathroom. Use a
mirror that has an interesting frame
instead of just a plain or beveled edge. If the cabinetry is staying, change the hardware and select something that you can coordinate with the
towel holders,
for example. This will create a pulled together, designer look. Depending on the style you are creating with your bathroom decoration ideas, you might want to paint the cabinets for your Shabby Chic or French Country decor.
You might find something awesome in another room of your home, a flea market, shopping online or a combination of all three. Take your time and be selective - you will be glad you did. Think about storage for your bathroom makeover. If you have a linen closet, that's great. If not, look for creative ways to store your towels, etc. I have used a nightstand from a bedroom set in the bath and it was great - I stored makeup and such in the drawer and other bathroom supplies in the lower cabinet. Think outside the box and look for a special piece that has personality and the colors in your palette...you can do it! Finally, remember that the bathroom has a specific purpose and safety is always at the forefront. Put rugs on the floor that are non-slip. You can find many great selections at any number of stores depending on your budget. Think twice about using glass jars, etc in the bath if there are small children that will be using the bathroom. If you choose to implement some or all of these bathroom decoration ideas you will create a beautiful bathroom that will be uniquely yours! Beautiful Bathrooms - here are some more great ideas, pictures and help for your bathroom decorating and design project.
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The same question applies to the color palette. Have you established a color palette of three to five colors in your home? If you have, select at least two of those colors, whether primary or secondary, to use in your bathroom decoration project.
1. Decide if you want to use bold colors on the walls or keep them neutral and use color as an accent. In most bathrooms you can go either way. If you are renting your home or are not sure about putting a lot of color on the walls, stick with a neutral shade and you won't go wrong. Here is a useful bathroom decoration idea: use a washable paint such as eggshell or possibly a semi gloss, although you will get quite a bit of sheen with that finish.
Shop for accessories that have the color palette and overall design feel you are creating, but please don't settle for the matching set of anything! You know, the toothbrush holder, soap dish, shower curtain and small wastebasket that have the same palm tree on them??? Don't do it! Spend a little extra time looking for individual bath decor ideas and pieces that 'click',
but don't match. And, they don't have to be new. 
