Light color bathroom design ideas.

Pros and cons of light design

Advantages of a light-colored bathroom:

• Visually enlarges the space. The fact that white makes you look bigger is more of a plus than a minus for the walls. White and other unsaturated shades are a godsend for tiny bathrooms.
• Timeless interior. Looking at photos of light-colored bathrooms, it is usually difficult to say what year the renovation was carried out, because this type of finish never goes out of fashion.
• Replacement of natural light. Bathrooms usually do not have windows – this disadvantage is compensated by a light palette and glossy, light-reflecting finish.
• An ideal background for decorative accessories. If you like to transform the interior, it is easiest to do this on a neutral color background: white, beige, gray.
• A feeling of cleanliness. A cool light palette is associated with sterility and neatness, which will never be superfluous in a bathroom.

Disadvantages of a light bathroom:

• The effect of a hospital ward. Many people associate white with an operating room and the bathroom may seem uninhabited. The problem can be solved with the right decor.
• Light floors are difficult to maintain. If you do not want problems with cleaning, choose a floor covering of medium saturation: unlike walls and furniture, white tiles on the floor are almost impossible to wash clean.

The question of the general practicality of a room in light colors is debatable. It all depends on the chosen color and material. For example, light non-porous surfaces (glazed tiles, glossy facades) are much easier to care for than dark ones. In addition, dust is not visible on them. But matte, porous ones can accumulate dirt and are difficult to clean.

Important! A light-colored bathroom can be of any size, but for compact spaces this color scheme is almost mandatory.

The photo shows a combination of marble-effect walls with black plumbing

What color scheme should I choose?

To prevent the design of a light-effect bathroom from being associated with a hospital, we recommend that you immerse yourself in the study of the light palette: you will be amazed at how rich it is.

For example, ordinary white has a huge number of shades:

• antique – resembles light beige;
• floral – with a touch of pink;
• snowy – gives off blue;
• biscuit – warm unsaturated orange;
• smoky – very light gray.

Such an abundance of undertones allows a room in light colors to look interesting when using only white.

The photo shows gold fittings in the bathroom

If this option is not suitable, there are two equally versatile alternatives:

• Sand. Warm beige adds a touch of comfort to an uncomfortable cold bathroom. By using cream, wheat, and linen, you can create a great place where it will be pleasant to lie down and relax after a hard day.
• Gray. Despite the richness of colors, the color is mostly cold. Depending on the saturation, it can be almost white, pearlescent or silvery – while remaining light.

The photo shows a combination of snow-white and pink

To dilute the basic shades or replace them altogether, use pastels. The most popular shades:

• peach;
• lilac;
• mint;
• blue;
• ash;
• taupe.

And other colors, the name of which begins with the prefix pale- or light- (pale yellow, light pink).

What kind of finishing is better to use?

Renovating a light bathroom is not much different from any other: finishing materials should be waterproof, resistant to chemicals, and easy to clean. Suitable options for walls: tiles or porcelain tiles, waterproof paint, PVC panels, decorative plaster. In a large bathroom, outside of wet areas, you can glue vinyl wallpaper.

If the bathroom will have tiles from floor to ceiling, give preference to smooth, glossy surfaces (if we are talking about walls, gloss on the floor is dangerous!). They are easy to clean, and they reflect light and visually make the room more spacious.

You can take matte panels, especially if the size of the bathroom does not need to be increased. Glossy plastic often looks cheap. As for paints and varnishes, you should not save on them. Choose proven manufacturers (Dulux, Tikkurila, Dufa) – their lines already include compositions for kitchens and bathrooms, distinguished by their resistance to moisture and washing.

The advantage of paint is the wide range of tinting options: this is convenient if the walls should match the already installed doors, for example, or purchased furniture.

For the floor, as we have already said, it is better to choose something brighter: for example, gaudy tiles with a geometric or oriental pattern. Flooring “under the tree” of medium contrast will also do.

When renovating a bathroom in light colors, do not forget about the ceiling. There are 3 main options – paint (also waterproof), stretch or slatted (PVC panels). The second and third methods are relevant if you need to install several light sources and hide the wiring.

What can you use to spice up the interior?

To make a light bathroom look more interesting, use small colored accents. You can spice up the interior with bright or dark tones – it all depends on the chosen style and personal preferences of the household.

Important! Accents should not come to the fore, their task is to dilute, but not prevail.

The photo shows the interior of a light bathroom with blue details

The classic black and white combination, for example, looks contrasting, but not everyone likes it. However, when creating a minimalist light bathroom, still take a closer look at the black plumbing.

Beige is diluted with brown, light gray – with graphite. By focusing on one color, you get a bathroom design in a modern style. But do not forget about the proportions: light – 70%, medium – 20%, dark – 10%.

Bright yellow, red, blue, green shades in an approximate ratio of 1:10 to the base are a great way to set the right mood for the interior. They can be in the form of curtains, a laundry basket, a rug – then changing the boring design in the future will not take much time and money.

What style is better to decorate?

Depending on the chosen direction in design, bathrooms in light colors will look different.

• For example, ultra-modern high-tech relies on a snow-white bathtub, sink and toilet, and they should be combined with metal, glass surfaces and mirrors.

• Cozy Scandi prefers a white or gray background, and dilutes it mainly with wooden furniture and wicker accessories (baskets, rugs, mats). In the decoration, not only a glossy hog is appropriate, but also a square mosaic, monochrome or colored tiles with oriental patterns, hexagons and other unusual shapes.
• Classics prefer warm colors: sand, ivory, almond, peach. It is better to combine with platinum or gold details. The accent can be made on a massive, richly decorated chandelier.

The photo shows an interior in a classic style

• Minimalism relies on clear lines and straight shapes. It also requires closed storage systems: the countertop and other surfaces should remain empty, any jars will create unnecessary visual noise.
• Loft, oddly enough, can also be light: the walls are made of concrete (tiles or microcement), and metal furniture is chosen instead of laminated chipboard.