Need some bathroom decorating ideas? Then you will benefit greatly by hearing about what interior designers think of your bathroom decorating skills right now.
It’s not often that designers will have the chance to poke their heads into your bathroom, but if they did, they might not like what they see. We’re not talking about gunky toilets or hairy shower drains, but things you think make your bathroom look better … but actually don’t, at least in their professional opinion. Curious which bathroom decorating ideas make them cringe? Read on for a list of bathroom decor ideas that might seem nice at first glance, but are better avoided.
Decorative Tile on Every Surface
Decorative tile is fine in small doses, but covering the entire bathroom in it looks too busy. And please stay away from a horizontal listello band that runs around the room or shower. It shortens the feeling of the room because it splits your line of vision. And most folks install it too low, so you end up looking down at it, which you should never do.
On the other hand, generic tile can be too safe. A lot of flippers and DIYers install plain beige 12-inch tiles, thinking they’ll add more bang for the buck, but this isn’t correct—most clients want marble tile or a wood look for their bathrooms.
Pedestal Sinks
These T-shaped sinks may seem attractive, but they don’t offer a lick of function. A pedestal sink has no storage, so it’s not a great choice, especially in a master bath. And trendy vessel sinks (which look like bowls perched on countertops) are fading from the horizon, too. Vessels are good for a powder room or a bath that isn’t hosted to a morning routine, where you need space to spread out. The winner here? Under-mount sinks situated below the countertop, “because they have staying power and are more versatile.
Peel-and-Stick Decals
Peel-and-stick decals on walls or floors are used by many DIY homeowners to freshen the bathroom, but it often looks cheap. Plus, it’s a nightmare to remove and replace for the next owner. If you put decals on the vanity or cabinets, you may not be able to get them off without harming the surface.
Crazy Color
Bright pops of color aren’t always ideal bathroom design. Some people think neon yellow or orange is perfect in a small bathroom, but the color can be so intense that it makes space feel overwhelming and small. Instead of bright walls and a bright vanity, consider an accent wall or bringing in color through accessories such as a shower curtain, towels, or a rug.
To create a spalike, peaceful decorating feel, choose mostly calming colors. If you do choose a vivid vanity, pick neutral tile. Or if your tile is ‘Wow!’ then keep cabinetry simple.