Bathroom paint: ideas & inspirations
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What do you do if you don't like the bathroom in the house you've just bought or inherited? Or if installing a new bathroom is not financially feasible at the moment? If you can no longer stand the sight of the bathroom every morning, there is a great and fairly inexpensive solution. You can simply paintyour bathroom walls in one or two beautiful colours. It's not difficult at all, and MissPompadour promises you a great result.
Finding the right colour for your bathroom
First of all, take a good look at your bathroom. Are the walls half tiled or fully tiled? What are the lighting conditions like? Is there a window? What colour are the fixtures? Should the door be painted from the inside?
You're sure to come up with some fresh ideas for a new colour scheme. The best way to find the perfect colour shade is to use our colour cards. This way, you can see exactly how the colour tone/s will look on site under different lighting.
Painting Bathrooms: Colour ideas from our community
In our large painting community, painting enthusiasts share their impressive before and after pictures with each other. Many have already painted their bathroom walls. Let their tips and tricks inspire you!
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- This bathroom was functional, but white.
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- Here it was the other way round: the orange was too intrusive for our customer.
AFTER
- The subtle grey now emphasises the modern chic of the bathroom.
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- These tiles were in 1A condition. Only colour and pattern...
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- Sloping ceilings and wood in the bathroom: Here, visual grandeur should be conjured up.
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- This guest toilet was certainly charming in the 80s.
Which wall paint is suitable for the bathroom?
Our two wall paint qualities are suitable for the ceiling and plastered walls. If you prefer a rich, matt paint finish for the ceiling or the upper walls, and they do not come into contact with water, then choose The Valuable Wall Paint from MissPompadour. For walls that need to be easily wipeable, impact-resistant and durable, go for The Functional Wall Paint by MissPompadour.
If you want to paint tiles, our Eggshell Varnish is the best choice. It's very durable and can also be wiped clean with a mild detergent such as our To Clean. To find out how to varnish tiles, read our blog on painting tiles.
Colour combinations in the bathroom
If you have to make allowances for coloured fixtures., simply choose a matching colour shade. Even outdated colour tones used for bathroom fixtures in the 70s, can suddenly look modern and deliberate with a matching contrasting colour on the wall. If your fixtures have a neutral colour, you can easily find 2 matching colour shades for the walls, floor and ceiling.
Neutral colours for a spa look
Natural, warm colour shades such as beige and brown tones are often used in bathrooms. Sand tones in combination with light browns also convey a relaxed look. Combined with white features and a light-coloured door, a neutral, cream-coloured wall can also provide enough an accent.
Modern colours in the bathroom
However, a bathroom can also be given a fresh, invigorating look with a lively colour scheme. Combine a petrol shade with a soft turquoise. Green tones can also create the perfect mood in the bathroom. With dark, intense colour shades such as a rich red like MissPompadour Red with Merlot or a mysterious deep green like Green with Black, you can create a hammam type atmosphere.
Warm colours in the bathroom
A bathroom should always be a space of relaxation and well-being. With a warm colour from the range of natural tones and perhaps a few plants, you can easily create this effect. How about light, friendly beige tones such as Beige with Sand or Beige with Cashmere? The slightly reddish White with Marble is also perfect for creating a light and cozy atmosphere. Such light tones are particularly recommended for bathrooms without windows.
Accentuate them with more intense, warm natural tones. Earthy Brown with Terracotta, for example, goes wonderfully with White with Marble. Brown with Choc and Beige with Cashmere also make a beautiful combination. In this way, you can create your own private wellness area to get your day off to a good start.
Colourful guest WCs
Guest WCs in Germany are on average only about 3 m2 in size - so which colour is suitable for a small bathroom? Basically, any colour you like will fit in a small bathroom or guest WC. Just make sure you stick to one colour family so that you don't end up with an unsettled picture and the room looks harmonious. Too many colours and unrest visually diminish any room.
Light colours are particularly suitable for a small guest WC. They make the room look larger and reflect the light. Try something new and paint your guest WC an unusual wall paint that you wouldn't normally use. Play with contrasts and set accents with decoration and details.
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FAQs: Frequently asked questions about painting the bathroom
Which colours are suitable for the bathroom?
All colour shades in the quality The Functional Wall Paint by MissPompadour are particularly suitable for a bathroom. This paint is extremely hard-wearing and washable.The Valuable Wall Paint is also suitable for less stressed surfaces. If you paint tiles, use the Eggshell Varnish. The colour shade you choose depends on the size of your bathroom, how it is lit and, last but not least, on what you personally like.
How can you make a small bathroom look bigger?
In a small room, you should work as monochrome as possible. The calmer the overall picture, the larger the effect of a small bathroom. You will achieve the greatest effect if you also choose the towels in the same colour shade as the wall paint. If you work with 2 colours, make sure that the contrast between the two colour shades is not too great in a small room. The room should be divided horizontally. Always use the darker colour for the lower part of the wall. It is advisable to paint the ceiling and the upper part of the wall in the same colour shade. Tip: You can also paint dark tiles a light colour.
How can you make a bathroom cosy?
Green plants always fit in a bathroom. But why not hang a picture or a poster in the bathroom? It is also important not to leave too many things standing around so as not to create a disturbance. A few attractive accessories are enough. The rest should disappear in drawers or, if these are not available, in attractive boxes.
Accessories for your project
At MissPompadour you will find everything you need to make your project a success.
