You might see a chandelier in a few random bathrooms, but they’re not the norm-and they probably won’t age well. Simple sconces Shiny chrome and glass is the best combination for bathroom lighting. If so, you’ve chosen the right vanity for the bath.ĭrawers and a lower shelf give a vanity utility, and the solid hardwood construction offers traditional, timeless appeal ($1,369.99, Wayfair). Hardwood vanities A timeless bathroom additionĭoes it look like a piece of furniture that you’d display in another room? “Watery hues are very popular in spa baths, as they ease the nerves-and in fact, sea blues have been scientifically proven by environmental psychologists to calm people,” says Cummings. The only other bathroom colors that rank as timeless, after whites, are cool blues and greens. The most important factor in a bathroom’s appeal is cleanliness-and you can achieve this easily if the predominant shade in this space is in the white family.ĭirt, hair, and soap scum are easily identified and swept or scrubbed away, leaving you with the pristine bathroom you deserve. This easy-to-clean chrome number is great-looking and affordable, and also comes in stainless steel and two shades of bronze ($254.70, Home Depot). Water pulsing down through multiple little holes is far preferable to the dribbles from most smaller fixtures. Rain-head showers Indoor rain is fine when it comes from this wide shower head.Īah, spa! This is the feeling you get when you look up at a rain-head shower. (So you should lay down a good-size bath mat, with no-skid backing.) However, it’s a beauty to wake up to every day. Of course, marble is costly, and it’s slippery when wet.
Whether it’s used on floors, as a shower base, or a vanity countertop, durable, classic marble is a favorite choice in the bathroom. MarbleĬlaim your home to stay up-to-date of your home‘s value and equity. These pretty porcelain circles come in sheets of varying shades of blue, which will give your final design its own, unique look ($9.49 per square foot, Wayfair). “Penny is classic, but also offers a retro vibe, and there are so many ways to use it in patterns,” says Cummings. Tiny penny tiles have been around a long time-and they aren’t going anywhere. Subway isn’t your only choice when it comes to classic bath tiles. Penny tile Penny (tile) for your thoughts? “You’ll also see subway tiles in creative colors and patterns, such as chevron, herringbone, and basket weave,” she adds.
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“It’s cheap, cheerful, and most people can install it themselves, which makes it the default for bathroom design,” says Cummings.įortunately, you don’t have to stick with any one layout, as more designers are branching out from stacks of rectangles on the wall. This kitchen classic spills over to the bathroom, in part because of its popularity among home builders and DIY types. This acrylic-and-fiberglass pick is 69 inches long, has polished-chrome feet, and can be fitted with either a free-standing faucet or wall mount ($629, Home Depot). “A lingering soak will never go out of style, and the luxurious, elegant look of these tubs elevates any bathroom,” adds Ana Cummings of the eponymous design firm. “A free-standing tub is a timeless choice that you won’t regret, whether you choose the traditional claw-foot or a more modern vessel shape,” says Henry.
More and more homeowners have turned to stand-alone tubs. “Black and white is the most classic color choice by far, because so many tile options can blend seamlessly with it, including subway, hexagon, and penny tiles,” says Drew Henry of Design Dudes.Ĭraving a pop of color? Add bright towels or neon bathroom accessories, like a colorful soap dish or trash can. (How many purple or orange bathrooms have you seen, anyway?) Black and whiteĪ simple color palette is always the best, most enduring choice, particularly in the bathroom. Imagine the nicest hotel bathroom you’ve ever seen: a pretty tub, gleaming chrome fixtures, and stylish yet simple tile in all-white or neutral shades.Īs part of our continuing series, “ Timeless Home Design Trends,” we’re covering every room in the house-and the bathroom is up next.īehold the top 10 timeless trends to install in your loo that will never look dated or need a redo.
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