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Gorgeous Aesthetic Bathroom Decorating Ideas

Marie Flanigan

The bathroom is one of the most expensive rooms in the house to renovate, second only to kitchens (hence why most of us tend to leave these spaces as is). But you don't need a gut renovation to make your space feel luxe. If installing a new vanity, acquiring a lust-worthy claw-foot tub, and splurging on a whole new shower aren't in the cards, there are still numerous ways you can give your bathroom an expensive look without breaking the bank.

Renting? You, too, can go luxurious for less sans the extensive renovations. By upgrading small details like your storage, mirror, or bath mat, you can swiftly elevate the look and feel of your bathroom without having to put a sledgehammer through your vanity.

Here are our nine favorite affordable bathroom decorating ideas for elevating your favorite place in the house to unwind.

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 Tessa Neustadt ; DESIGN: Amber Interiors

Nearly every high-end bathroom we’ve stepped into is equipped with seating of some sort—be it a simple garden stool, a tufted ottoman, or an ornately carved armchair. Raw wood and soft upholstery adds depth and dimension against hard tile and stone for a well-balanced scene. Plus, not only does the accent look expensive, but it also feels grand. Why do your pedicure on the toilet seat when you could do it on your very own throne?

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Elizabeth Roberts

We often see hurricane jars filled cotton balls in the most well-appointed of bathrooms. The traditional look isn’t for everyone, and some of us like our toiletries more concealed. But one of the most tried-and-true tricks for giving your space an elevated aesthetic is to contain your odds and ends. Store your soap in a dish rather than on the sink, stash your toothbrush in a beautiful tumbler, or keep your cotton swabs in a darling box. Trust us—doing so will instantly neaten your space.

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Elizabeth Roberts

A dirty or tired bath mat is a surefire way to make your bathroom look unkempt. If you have one, there’s no question that it should be swiftly replaced. But the fanciest bathrooms have taken this a step further by replacing terry cloth mats with Turkish and Persian rugs. The tufted wool rugs are both soft and the perfect substitute for a bath mat. Better yet, with beautiful patterns and colors that only get better as they fade, they can add so much personality and sophistication to your bathroom.

Usually these types of rugs are a major investment, but thanks to a bathroom's small footprint, owning a little piece of handwoven luxury is totally possible.

04 of 20

Studio McGee

It’s sad how many of us settle for contractor-grade mirrors from the bathroom aisle at the local hardware store. By choosing a mirror with a little more personality and getting clever with storage rather than resorting to the standard medicine cabinet, you’ll elevate your space to something far from basic. Look for interesting shapes, antique or vintage detailing, or a grand size to add plenty of light.

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Nicole Cohen ; DESIGN: Sue de Chiara

A monogram is a staple of practically every classic sophisticated bathroom we’ve seen. Monogrammed bath towels are a no-brainer, but you can make your mark on hand towels in a powder room, a tissue box, or even the back of an upholstered chair.

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Space Exploration

Ever heard the expression, "A place for everything, and everything in its place?" Placement is one thing that great designers are always successful at. A bathroom can easily look messy if there’s clutter or no place to hang your towels and robes (or if linens are tossed on the floor). So hang a small hand-towel ring right by the sink where it’s needed, install a hook for your bathrobe, and make sure you have a rod to hang your bath towels on. These simple additions may be virtually unnoticeable to the average guest, but they can make a drastic impact on the look of the room.

07 of 20

Jessica Helgerson

We’ve been seeing brass and copper everywhere lately, especially in the most luxurious of bathrooms. The fact that it’s not chrome (the most basic of finishes) instantly gives it a leg up on the average look. You don’t need to replace all of your faucets (trust us, hardware can add up), but a new soap dish, magnifying mirror, or a little jar might just do the trick.

08 of 20

Katherine Carter

Even though wallpaper can be costly and time-consuming, the payoff is definitely worth it. It’s not as cheap as a new soap dish, but compared to paying a contractor to install a new shower and tiles, it’s a bargain. If your space just needs some pizzazz or if it’ll be a while before you can tackle a full renovation, spending a couple hundred bucks on a roll or two can be transformative. To make the most of your budget, opt for just an accent wall or ceiling to curb costs.

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09 of 20

Space Exploration

Overhead lighting is so often overlooked that someone should write a song about it. Perhaps because it’s usually there when we move into a new home, so we never get around to updating it. Regardless, there are some really handsome lighting options available that don’t cost a ton of money. Swap your builder-grade fixture for a chandelier over the tub or vanity to see your space transform with just a little elbow grease.

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Jessica Nelson Design

Adding marble into your bathroom is one of the easiest ways to take things up a level. Associated with elegance and sophistication, marble can be implemented in a variety of ways, from vanities to showers to floors, and containers that sit neatly on the sink. Don't feel as though you have to splurge on real marble, though—there are plenty of simple tile options that will do the trick on a budget.

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Gray Space Interior Design

Such a simple addition, yet it can make all the difference. A stylish bath tray displayed across your bathtub has plenty of possibilities. Whether you decorate the tray by adding fresh flowers, candles, and decorative soaps, or lean towards a minimalist interpretation by keeping it clear, it can create the appearance of a spa-like atmosphere instead of your ordinary bathroom.

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D Burns Interiors

Flowers easily brighten up any room—and your bathroom is no exception. Adding a simple vase of fresh flowers gives the space vibrancy and color in a unique way. Additionally, real flowers in a stunning arrangement add some flair in an affordable fashion.

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Erin Williamson Design

Nothing is more relaxing after a long day than taking a hot shower to relieve the stress. However, if your current showerhead is old, outdated, or needs some repair, the experience can feel less than satisfactory. Rainfall showerheads have grown in popularity in recent years due to their design and how they seem to upgrade a shower instantly. While specific models can be pricey, there are plenty of options available under $100 that can be installed relatively easily.

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Erin Williamson Design

The minimalist aesthetic always has a way of giving a sophisticated vibe to a room, despite that it relies very heavily on pairing things down as much as possible. If you're trying to work in a whole new theme, then play around with a neutral color palette, metallic finishes, and keeping your counter free of random items and unnecessary dećor. You might be surprised just how much money you save by keeping things simple.

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Amy Leferink at Interior Impressions

Framed artwork can take any ordinary space and transform it, so why not add it to your bathroom as well? Strategically placed art in your bathroom brings to mind the idea of art museums and galleries, which makes the place feel a bit more extravagant than usual. However, getting artwork doesn't have to be costly—plenty of reasonably priced prints are available online to choose from. Grab a set of black frames, and you're ready to go!

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Amy Leferink at Interior Impressions

We've already mentioned having a place to sit in the bathroom, but why not take it a step further? If you have the space in your shower, adding a simple bench to sit on can elevate things easily. Rather than constructing a costly version, simply look for an option that is water-resistant and sturdy enough to do the trick. Going for natural materials, like this wooden version, can make you feel like you're entering a luxurious spa rather than your same old shower.

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Ann Living

While any type of plants are always welcome in our bathroom, hanging plants feel as if they are in a league of their own. Gorgeous pothos, string of pearls, and air plants can turn your bathroom from clinical to your own private oasis. The good news is, finding them is relatively easy and won't break your budget.

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Burchard Design Co.

Create that refreshing spa atmosphere by hanging a eucalyptus plant around your showerhead. While the water runs and steam emerges, the eucalyptus oil is released into the air, so you can easily breathe it in. The results add a spa-like feeling to your space—and it's more cost-efficient than buying a ton of body care products with eucalyptus in them.

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Burchard Design Co.

If you don't want to invest in a whole new storage unit for your towels, or if you just want to display a few of your more decorative ones, then opt for a simple ladder to lean against your wall. Using the rungs, drape your towels, washcloths, or even other bath products to properly display them in a unique way.

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Design: Emily Bowser for EHD/Photographer: Sara Liggoria-Tramp

While this may depend on how your bathroom is set up, take a look around and see if there are unique storage opportunities you're missing. In this bathroom, the windowsill was a perfect space to add some floating shelves to store bathroom products—and during the day when the sunlight pours in, it gives the appearance of lit-up shelf space that feels extravagant without much work involved.

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Chelius House of Design

The bathroom may be the only spot in your home you have to yourself and for many, it's a little getaway for you to enjoy a relaxing bath or to do your nightly routine. So, your bathroom design should reflect your personal aesthetic for you to truly enjoy being in the space.

When it comes to redesigning your bathroom, you may think you need to do a total upgrade. But, you can give your bathroom a completely new look with simple, budget-friendly upgrades. From simple paint updates to items you can add from your own home, we share our favorite simple bathroom decor ideas that will instantly upgrade your bathroom design.

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10 ideas How to decorate the bathroom for the New Year and Christmas

Published: 12/18/2019

Content of Article

  • 1 elegant entrance door
  • 2 Mirror miracles
  • 3 Fairy-tale motives on a towel
  • 4 Ecos garland and other wall decor
  • 5 Pleasant little things
  • 6 Silent night atmosphere: candles
  • 7 Winter bouquets
  • 8 Christmas tree on the wall
  • 9 Closer to nature
  • 10 Baskets with New Year's mood

Do you want to fill all corners of the house and even the bathroom with New Year's magic? It is enough to choose at least one or two ideas, and the space will be transformed. Winter bouquets, silvery stars, towels with cartoon characters, fragrant eco-garlands - take your pick!

Dressy Entrance Door

Why not start your party decor with your room's front door? It's as easy as shelling pears: hang an elegant New Year's wreath, funny figurines, a horseshoe for good luck, bells or snowflakes. A variety of options are suitable for creating a wreath: a combination of dry branches and flowers, balls of thread and trimmings of fabrics, colored balls and cones ... Even wine corks can be used to make an original decoration.

A sock for gifts is also one of the options for decorating a door.

The element of water is connected with the bath - why not play with it, depicting, for example, the symbol of the year in the form of a ship's captain? Another unusual image is Santa Claus riding a gondola. This is how a fairy-tale character traditionally arrives in Venice, but a similar picture can also be drawn on the door.

The entrance can be decorated with a toy Santa Claus.

Mirror wonders

A mirror, like a door, is also always in sight - you should take care of it. There is scope for imagination: decorate with snowflakes or stars, draw patterns, make congratulatory inscriptions. Ornaments are easily created using stained glass paint, which is easily washed off with water, or decorative snow. Yes, and toothpaste is always at hand - it is often used to decorate glass surfaces with their own hands.

Fir branches, Christmas balls and cones - a win-win combination.

Another option is to use Christmas-themed stickers designed specifically for sticking on a mirror or window. There are even whole compositions: Santa Claus, Snow Maiden, hares and birds. You can sprinkle artificial snow from a can around the edges of the mirror, imitating frost.

Elegant decor - stars made of thick cardboard (gold or silver) on light threads. They can frame the mirror or hang down at regular intervals. You can also hang tinsel - secure with tape and add bells.

The mirror will also decorate a Christmas wreath in the style of the room.

Fairy tale motifs on the towel and rug

Festive towels, a pretty curtain and rug with Christmas motifs - all this will easily help decorate the bathroom for the new year. You can make products with your own hands. For example, decorate a polyethylene curtain, and put rain on the top through the fixing rings. New Year's stripes are suitable for towels and a rug: snowflakes, Christmas trees, cones or wishes. Even easier is to choose new accessories in the New Year theme.

Christmas images will immediately create a festive mood. It is desirable that the towel and rug be made in a similar style.

An unusual idea - not just to bring elements of the New Year or Christmas, but to use the decor from a book or a movie. The Nutcracker, The Snow Queen, Frozen, The Night Before Christmas - take your pick! And even, for example, New Year's details can be added to the images from Harry Potter.

Even a towel with a snowflake will affect the overall atmosphere.

Eco-garland and other wall decor

Sometimes the empty walls of the bathroom "ask" to add a festive decor. New Year's posters will help out, with which you can even decorate tiles. Another decor option is vinyl stickers. It can be both ready-made pictures and made to order. And as easy as shelling pears - stick small dense figures on double-sided tape.

Pine "garland" - a natural decoration for the bathroom.

Garlands (not electric) will create a feeling of lightness in the bathroom. The main thing is that the material does not absorb moisture and does not get wet. Such garlands can have a double benefit - not only decorate, but also saturate the space with a pleasant smell. If you dry sliced ​​citrus fruits, they will create a New Year's atmosphere. It remains only to string them on a thread, alternating with festive decor. Using cookie cutters, you can make stars, Christmas trees and other Christmas figurines.

You can even decorate a wall with an ordinary branch with miniature "snowflakes". A delicate wreath in a Scandinavian-style bath.

Pleasant little things

The approach of the New Year and Christmas is an occasion to replace accessories in the bathroom for the holidays. A soap dish, glasses for toothbrushes, a dispenser and other little things - all these items can be picked up in a festive style. For example, a paper towel holder in the shape of a snowman. For the period of New Year's days, bright stockings that evoke associations with gifts can become a new "home" for accessories.

Little things, selected in the same style of "New Year's fairy tale".

A cute soap will also remind you of the New Year holidays - in the form of a snowflake, a snowman, a penguin, a Christmas tree or a gnome. And if you do it yourself, the design of the room will turn into a fascinating process. At the same time, you can prepare cute gifts in the form of soap for friends and relatives.

A funny reindeer soap dispenser, a New Year's rug and a curtain - and now the bath is filled with anticipation of the holiday. A festive sock and fir branches are a pretty decor.

Quiet Night Atmosphere: Candles

Candles can also help decorate your bathroom. Like soap, they can be in the form of figures: cones, Christmas trees, angels. Festive decoration is easy to create on your own - for example, combine candles of the same color in compositions by adding miniature Christmas balls and spruce branches. You can simply place cinnamon sticks around the candle and wrap them with a bright ribbon. Aromatic products will not only delight with a warm glow, but also fill the room with a pleasant smell.

The color of the composition of candles is easy to match with the interior of the room.

Christmas atmosphere is easily created thanks to lanterns and themed candlesticks. Even improvised items can turn into a spectacular decor element. For example, jars decorated with a ribbon and hoarfrost applied using stencils - and, thanks to the spark, fairies, Santa Claus with the Snow Maiden will “come to life”, or the windows of snow-covered houses will light up.

Lanterns immediately evoke associations with the New Year and Christmas.

Winter bouquets

Bright decoration of the bathroom for the New Year - compositions of pine branches. They are interestingly combined with flowers, cones, mountain ash. This basket can be hung on the wall or placed on a shelf. A winter bouquet of tangerines, complemented by spruce branches, will also look nice.

Compositions from pine branches will easily decorate even lamps.

New Year's florarium is also able to decorate the room. This is a composition of plants in a glass vessel - an ecosystem with a favorable microclimate. Florariums live for many years without requiring special care. To feel the New Year spirit, miniature figures are added - these can be fairy-tale characters, stars, houses and other elements. Another idea for decor is vases with dry flower arrangements.

Winter bouquets can be made not only from coniferous branches. New Year's compositions can fill the entire bathroom.

Wall Christmas tree

If the wall is smooth enough (eg tiles), you can make your own Christmas tree from decorative materials. Using suction cups and rain, you can create a silhouette of a "forest beauty" and hang toys. It is advisable to withstand the Christmas tree in the style of the bathroom.

If the size of the room allows, a small stepladder decorated under the Christmas tree will look original. The steps are covered with a white cloth resembling snow, and houses and Christmas trees are placed on them. Get a whole fabulous town.

Sometimes even a miniature living Christmas tree is used in the bathroom - in a basket or a small pot. There can even be several Christmas trees.

Closer to nature

If the style of the bathroom allows, you can join the eco-trend - think over New Year and Christmas decorations in a rustic style. This is the maximum naturalness and closeness to nature. Felt, felt, wood, cones, branches can be used as materials. Eco-decorations are not synonymous with "boredom". You can give crafts elegance by painting in accordance with the chosen color scheme.

Example - wooden toys, compositions from spruce branches, felt garlands. The natural beauty of wood and other natural materials will create a relaxing and peaceful atmosphere. This is especially appropriate in a wooden house.

Dried flowers, wicker baskets, New Year's felt socks. The herringbone will fill the space with coniferous aroma.

Baskets with New Year's mood

You can also decorate a room thanks to baskets in the New Year's style. You can use small containers and hang them on the walls. It remains only to decorate the containers, calling on the help of fantasy.

Baskets will become part of the New Year's decor.

Tip! Those who love to knit will easily create a basket with New Year's motifs. The color scheme, images - everything fits the style of the room. The decor is very convenient for storing small things.

Purchased containers can also be used if they fit into the interior of the room.

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How to decorate your bathroom with your own hands. Decor ideas, photo

How to decorate a bathroom with your own hands. Decor ideas, photo

Various bathroom renovation ideas can transform the overall design beyond recognition. It all depends on the individual style of each. The main thing is to correctly combine the individual components of the bathroom with the overall design of the room. And do not forget about the main background. Interior items such as a bathroom, sink, towels should be combined with the decor of walls and curtains. Otherwise, the overall style will be too overloaded with different colors.

The decor, which is made by hand, has the following varieties:

- beautiful ceiling decoration;
- unusual wall decor in the bathroom;
— renovation of the old interior;
- fashion trends.

Contents

  • 1 Beautiful ceiling decoration
  • 2 Unusual bathroom wall decor
  • 3 Renovation of the old interior
  • 4 Fashion trends

Bathroom Beautiful ceiling decoration

  • Choosing the right ceiling material for a small room Considering that this is not just an ordinary living room, namely a bathroom, the finishing material should not only be beautiful, but also durable, moisture resistant, withstand various temperature extremes, be easy to assemble and easy to clean.

    When painting, you can make the ceiling as clean as possible, without unnecessary finishes. Such a ceiling is preferred by older people who do not need bright colors. It can be decorated with an unusual chandelier. By painting the ceiling in different colors, you can combine several shades. At the request of the owner, you can apply a decorative pattern made by yourself.

    Plasterboard can be used to hide small irregularities in the ceiling. They are easy to remove with a multi-level ceiling. Decorative lamps are used as a decoration of the overall interior of the bathroom.

    The most rational solution for finishing the ceiling is a plastic panel. Its low cost and practical style will save the family budget. Plastic panels are quite durable and moisture resistant material. In such a ceiling, you can install spotlights that will turn a small bathroom into a cozy nest. In addition, the panels are easy to clean and will not create any hassle with cleaning.

    Stretch ceiling is ideal for wet bathroom environments because it is strong, durable and moisture resistant.

    Unusual bathroom wall decor

    When the necessary ceiling work is completed and the plumbing is in place, all that's left is decorating the bathroom walls. Basically, the material for wall decoration is tile. Strong and durable, it will last a long time and is easy to clean. A tiled mosaic will serve as a peculiar, but at the same time, the most practical method.

    Mosaic can be made by yourself:

    • mark the design on a large tile;
    • cut out the marked edges with a glass cutter;
    • stick the mosaic with double-sided tape;
    • place on the wall and glue the mosaic.

    You can learn the decoupage technique yourself. To do this, you need napkins, acrylic varnish and glue.

    1. cut out the desired design from the 3 ply napkins;
    2. remove the top two layers;
    3. glue the last layer to the wall;
    4. apply glue over the pattern;
    5. paint the pattern with acrylic lacquer.

    For a small bathroom, hang special scented candles on the walls. You can decorate the shelves in the bathroom with rose petals. Arrange bouquets of flowers in vases in the corners of the bathroom. Arrange the colored bath salts on the shelves. Hang a white curtain over the bathroom. For this style, it is important to choose muted tones of the interior. Do not bother yourself with finding bright towels or a rug. Soothing white color is suitable here. If the size of the bathroom allows, then it does not hurt to put a wooden or wicker chair in the corner. For this exotic style, furniture made from natural materials is suitable.

    Renovation of an old interior

    Replacing old things with new ones can transform a bathroom into something extraordinary. Most of the bathrooms in Khrushchev are remnants of Soviet-era technology with partly modern equipment. Many people have a desire to update the bathroom, but at the word "renovation in the bathroom" a nervous tic begins. In order to change the old furniture in the bathroom for a new one, you can do without repair. It is enough to stock up on patience and bold ideas.

    First you need to clean the bathroom of excess rubbish. After all, this place serves not only to cleanse the body, but also the soul. After decluttering, you need to clean the surfaces, ventilation holes. Replacing burned out light bulbs will help bring more light into the room. The main effect is achieved by introducing new elements into the interior. First, you can update the curtain separating the bathroom. Then hang bright towels on new hooks. Arrange colorful foot mats. Not the last place here will be taken by a do-it-yourself bathroom organizer. A mirror is an indispensable attribute of all bathrooms. It can be decorated with various patterns made with ordinary paints, shells, stones.

    In order to choose a certain style, it is enough to choose a different color than usual and follow it everywhere. The most original is the color of the sea, wood and sun. Furniture in the bathroom can also take part in the update. You can only change the door handles and the room will take on a different look.

    Fashion trends

    Our fashion dictates its prerequisites. You can’t keep up with it, but by following it you can learn how to combine business with pleasure. The interior in the bathroom will change, the mood of the owner will immediately change. Decorate the bathroom is allowed in different ways. Arrange living plants in pots. A green garden will give the room freshness and add a touch of naturalness.

    If the bathroom is small and cramped, as is often the case in Khrushchev apartments, it is easier to connect two rooms. So you can admire the bathroom from afar.

    Every person's day begins with morning procedures in the bathroom. Of course, I want her to look beautiful and comfortable. You don't need to spend a lot of money for this. Sometimes it's enough just to clean up the room. Hide toothbrushes, shampoos, shower gels, razors from the visible area. Replace cabinet door front. Place seashells, small flowers in pots on the shelves. You will immediately feel comfortable.

    Ideas for bathroom remodeling can be so varied, but sometimes there is no time or energy to decorate at all. Therefore, creating your own style is much easier. Sometimes it remains to add a little zest. It can be various aromatic jars, candles.


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