Small bathroom sink backsplash ideas
24 Ideas for a Creative Bathroom Backsplash
Bathroom
Written by
Zakhar (aka Zee)
September 21, 2022
A creative bathroom backsplash is a sure-fire way to set your bathroom apart from all the others. While a beautiful bathroom vanity or a picturesque bathtub may be the more obviously important features; they are nothing without their silent partner, a complimentary bathroom backsplash. This relationship is not one to be overlooked, a unique backsplash can make a world of difference.
Bathroom backsplashes don’t have to be a chore to pick out, think of them as another way to accentuate your space. Engulf your bathtub in warm gray tile or create a unique mosaic around your sink. Every detail counts, so be as creative as you like. It can be difficult to get the same old backsplash ideas out of your mind and find a new style, so take a look at our carefully selected examples below for some ideas that are sure to enhance your bathroom backsplash.
01 of White Bathroom Vanity Backsplash with Black Faucet
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- dinasdigs
Vertical shiplap wall is paired with a white bathroom vanity backsplash. Black faucet is installed upon the backsplash over a wood vanity with white countertop. Vintage brass sconces rest on either side of an arched mirror.
02 of Rustic Bathroom with Double Sink Vanity
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- robyns_frenchnest
Bathroom backsplash tile ideas are showcased in this rustic bathroom. White subway tile appears on shower walls as well as behind bathroom vanity. Double sink wood vanity with drawers rests upon black and white penny tile flooring.
03 of Mosaic Tile Bathtub in Naturally Lit Bathroom
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- threetimesahome
Mosaic tiles in white and gray create a intricate bathtub backsplash. Gray tile covers the base of the tub and extends onto the floor. A large window with white blinds illuminates this space with natural light.
04 of Peach Vanity and Vertical Shiplap Walls
PHOTO:
- juniper.creek.farmhouse
Vertical shiplap half wall is joined by a peach double sink vanity with white countertop.
Circular chrome mirror and sconces are installed on wall above vanity. Neutral floor runner lays upon white hex tile flooring.
05 of Tile Backsplash Bathroom Vanity and Wood Mirror
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- firwood.farmhouse
Black and white tile flooring hosts a wood vanity with open bottom shelf and white countertop. White tile backsplash around bathroom vanity includes a wall mounted black faucet. This space is finished with a matching wood mirror.
06 of Subway Tile Bathroom Backsplash Around Bathtub
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- farmhouseinthefield
Subway tile bathroom backsplash surrounds a white alcove bathtub. Half wall and glass panel separate the shower from bathtub. Taupe walls and gray flooring create a warm neutral look in this bathroom.
07 of Colorful Accent Pieces and White Wainscoting
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- brightyellowdoor
Pink and yellow elements are added to this bright bathroom with white wainscoting.
White mirror placed over bathroom vanity backsplash offers a rustic charm to this space. Chrome faucet and glass vase occupy a white countertop.
08 of Modern Black Vanity with Gold Hardware
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- theredfernhome
Beadboard backsplash occupies the wall behind a modern black vanity with white countertop. Gold hardware further accentuates the modern appearance of vanity. Rectangular black framed mirror is placed upon the wall.
09 of Wood Vanity with Gold and Brass Accents
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- nest.out.west
Gold gooseneck faucets accentuate a wood vanity with light gray countertop. Neutral tiles with gold boarder extend across the vanity creating a unique backsplash. Rectangular mirrors are mounted on the wall accompanied by brass sconces.
10 of Gray Subway Tile Around Arched Bathtub Entrance
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- lindsay_hill_interiors
Tile bathroom backsplash ideas are executed by gray and white subway tile around arched bathtub entrance.
Black, blue, and white hex tiles cover the floors accessorized by a black double sink vanity. Gold accents and a white countertop complete this space.
11 of Gold Sconces and Square Tile Vanity Backsplash
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- thompsoncountry
Gold sconces and arched wood mirror add an elegant touch to this white bathroom. Wall mounted chrome faucet is installed upon a square tile vanity backsplash. White vanity stands atop gray patterned tile flooring.
12 of Subway Tile Alcove Bathtub with Caddy
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- ourhomeoncolonial
Alcove bathtub surrounded by white subway tile sits beneath a bathroom window. A natural look is provided to this space by wood bathtub caddy and small plants. Shower area is separated by a half wall and glass panel.
13 of Black Faucet and Herringbone Tile Backsplash
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- ourhomeoncolonial
Grey toned herringbone tile showcases stylish bathroom vanity backsplash ideas.
Circular black mirror is displayed upon the tile over a white vanity sink. The sink is equipped with a black faucet and accessorized by a small woven basket.
14 of White Shaker Cabinet Bathroom with Window
PHOTO:
- thejoyfilledfarmhouse
White quartz bathroom backsplash with wall mounted faucet sits beneath a rectangular vanity mirror. White shaker cabinets with black hardware occupy a white bathroom wall. Small window is complete with black roller shades.
15 of Grey Hexagon Tile Backsplash with Silver Edging
PHOTO:
- house.becomes.home
This bathroom features a small grey hexagon tile backsplash with silver edging on a light grey wall. A silver faucet hangs over a white sink on a dark grey cabinet next to a mirror on a wooden ladder. A white towel is laid over the edge of a deep off-white tub, and a white rug is laid on the off-white herringbone tile floor.
16 of Brick-Look Half Wall and Pedestal Sink
PHOTO:
- simplyminedesigns
White brick-look tiles create a bathroom backsplash half wall behind pedestal sink.
Upper wall is painted white and accessorized by wall mounted shelves and a black arched mirror. The space is finished with a black and white striped shower curtain.
17 of Wall Mounted Faucets and Shaker Cabinet Vanity
PHOTO:
- kelseyleighdesignco
White marbled bathroom vanity backsplash hosts black wall mounted faucets over sinks. Wood shaker cabinets occupy the vanity with black hardware. Black shaded sconces are installed upon the wall between rectangular mirrors.
18 of Grey Tub with a Grey Tile Floor
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- becshomestyle
This bathroom features a large grey tub with a tiled backsplash underneath a small wood shelf. A small white mat sits on the large grey tiles in front of the tub. A wood stool holds towels next to the tub. A wicker laundry hamper is placed at the end of the tub. A large potted plant sits in front of a window next to the tub.
19 of Curved Stone Vanity and Embellished Mirror
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- jennasuedesign
Embellished brass mirror is displayed upon gray and white tree themed bathroom wallpaper.
A black vanity with white curved stone backsplash hosts a mounted gold faucet. Small neutral vase with white flowers accessorizes the vanity.
20 of Beadboard Half Wall Behind White Vanity
PHOTO:
- athomewithjhackie1
White beadboard half wall is featured behind a white vanity with storage. The vanity is complete with a vessel sink and chrome faucet. Arched wood mirror paired with white shelf offers a decorative touch to the upper wall.
21 of Shiplap Mudroom with Subway Tile Backsplash
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- brunoandlibby
Mudroom pet shower engulfed in white subway tile includes half wall beside sink. Farmhouse utility sink sits within white cabinets in front of window. White shiplap walls and door with glass inserts are contrasted by black tile floors.
22 of Gray Tile Backsplash Surrounds White Bathtub
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- jk_farmhouselove
Gray bathroom backsplash tile surrounds a bathtub below window.
Beige walls are paired with white baseboards and window frame. A white vanity is fitted into a corner of the bathroom joined by a chrome towel ring.
23 of Bathroom Backsplash Ideas with to Provide Contrast
PHOTO:
- 1900stonefarmhouse
Black shiplap backsplash adds contrast to bathroom with white vanities and walls. A pair of vanities are accentuated by black hardware and sliding cabinets. Rectangular mirrors with black brackets are displayed beneath triple bulb sconces.
24 of Double Sink Vanity with Quartz Countertops
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- homehydrangea
Double sink vanity with white quartz countertops and backsplash extends across this bathroom wall. Matching white framed mirrors are placed on the wall beneath vanity lighting. Rustic framed pictures provide a farmhouse style touch.
23 Stylish Bathroom Backsplash Ideas
Cathie Hong Interiors
Your bathroom’s design doesn’t stop at your bathtub, your shower, or your sinks.
The walls around these items can be just as important in establishing the look of your space. And since your bathroom backsplash sits at eye level, it can quickly become the most statement-making element in the room.
For the uninitiated, a backsplash is a small panel that sits behind your sink to—you guessed it—prevent splashes. This backsplash can come attached to your bathroom sink or countertop, or it can take the form of a striking wall covered in tiles, paint, or wallpaper.
Put simply, bathroom backsplash options abound, so there are plenty of ways to use yours to transform your space, and we’ve rounded up 23 of our favorites. Bookmark the bathroom backsplash ideas you love, and let the decorating process commence.
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Pure Salt Interiors
Your backsplash doesn’t have to cover the wall behind your sink. In fact, if you’re willing to get creative with your tile placement, you can turn your backsplash into a veritable work of art. Stock up on tiles in a striking shade, and use them to craft a stripe that runs from ceiling to floor.
Instead of letting this stripe run behind the center of your mirror, set it off to the side just a touch. This asymmetry will make your colorful backsplash even more statement-making.
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Michelle Boudreau Design
Believe it or not, your grout doesn’t have to be white. It can be black, gray, or even orange—meaning you have plenty of ways to make a statement, even if you’re working with classic white tiles.
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House Nine
Tiles are a common choice for bathroom backsplashes, but they’re not the only way to get the job done. Feel free to keep things simple, and stick with a standard coat of paint, instead.
This choice works particularly well when you’re dealing with a freestanding sink, but it can look striking, no matter what sink set-up you’re dealing with.
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Mary Patton Design
Tiles tend to run in one direction—at least, rectangular tiles do. We lay them out horizontally, so the long side stretches from left to right, and the short side runs from top to bottom.
This is a tried-and-true approach.
Since it’s so classic, inverting it is an easy way to make a statement, even if the tiles you’re working with are crisp, clean white.
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LeClair Decor
Your backsplash is only one piece of the puzzle. You also have your countertops and your cabinets to consider, and you want all three of these pieces to work together in harmony. So, if you’ve already picked one of the three out, use that as a starting point—and let it inspire the choices you make in the rest of your space.
If you’ve settled on black marble countertops, look for a shiny backsplash tile that’ll complement it. Then, add a little texture with wooden cabinets.
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Michelle Boudreau Design
A monochromatic bathroom is an instant statement-maker, and you can use your backsplash to bring your space together. If your shower is lined with vibrant pink tiles, let those tiles extend to your backsplash, or add a touch of contrast with a pink terrazzo backsplash, instead.
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Mary Patton Design
When you’re working with bold countertops, you may feel the need to strip back your backsplash, keeping it as simple as possible. But, don’t be afraid to combine two striking textures. A striated marble countertop looks great next to classic subway tiles.
It might look even better if you pair those subway tiles with black grout. This combination will echo the striations in the marble, lending your space contrast and cohesion in equal measure.
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Pure Salt Interiors
A great way to bring your space together? Match your backsplash to your hardware, or vice versa. Since your backsplash will serve as a focal point in your space, it’s sure to demand attention.
Color-coordinating it with smaller details—like your drawer pulls, towel racks, and overhead lights—can make your space feel balanced and whole.
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Julian Porcino
Tiles and paint aren’t your only backsplash options.
Wood paneling can add texture to your space, serving as a subtler alternative to vibrant tiles.
For a striking floor-to-ceiling look, line your walls with painted wood paneling. Then, line your bathroom cabinets with matching wood paneling in another shade. This two-tone approach should leave your space feeling varied, cohesive, and delightfully dynamic.
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Reena Sotropa
Not sure what to do with your backsplash? Consider using your sink as a starting point. If you’ve scored a particularly statement-making sink, look for a backsplash that complements it. Pair a cement sink with a marble backsplash that’s lined with gray striations, or complement a metal sink with similarly shiny tiles.
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Erin Williamson Design
Your backsplash doesn’t have to begin and end behind your sink. It can extend to cover an entire wall—in fact, it can extend to cover your entire bathroom. If you don’t mind the look of floor-to-ceiling tiles, consider letting your backsplash stretch across your space.
This wall-to-wall approach is bound to make a statement, even if the tiles you pick come in a sleek neutral shade.
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Pure Salt Interiors
Wallpaper is a simple way to transform any bathroom, and it can easily serve as a built-in backsplash. If you’ve lined your walls with a pretty print, consider letting it stand on its own.
If you want to layer in other design elements—like bits of marble or vibrant tiles—you absolutely can, but since what you’ve got is already so striking, you don’t need to.
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Cathie Hong Interiors
Subway tiles are tried-and-true for a reason: they look great, and they’re incredibly easy to decorate with. Don’t force yourself to stay away from them just because they’ve been done before. If you love them, line your backsplash with them.
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Pure Salt Interiors
Matching your backsplash to your floors may seem like a strange choice. But, if your floors are lined with statement-making tiles or rendered in a pretty color, why not use them to inspire other design elements in your space?
If you’d prefer a higher-contrast approach, you can always pick a backsplash that complements your floors rather than matching them perfectly.
But, if you don’t mind a little clear coordination, consider using the same tiles, material, or paint color in both places.
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Katie Hodges Design
Bathrooms tend to look pretty similar, but every now and then, you’ll end up with an unconventional space. Maybe your bathroom is incredibly small or strangely shaped. Or, maybe it boasts a sprawling bay window that makes a traditional backsplash hard to come by.
Instead of covering up these so-called “imperfections,” look for ways to make them work for you. Could you hang a couple of mirrors from your ceiling and let your window serve as your backsplash?
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White Sands
There are plenty of ways to add texture to your walls without relying on classic tiles. While unfinished wood paneling may sound a little rustic, it can look surprisingly sleek when paired with marble and shiny metal.
If you’ve lined your walls with wood paneling or some other striking material, consider skipping out on a traditional backsplash and let your walls serve as your backsplash, instead.
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House Nine
If you’ve stumbled upon a truly statement-making mirror, consider building your backsplash and the rest of your space around it. Use dark grout to echo the lines in a geometric mirror, and use light tiles to mimic your mirror’s light reflection. If your mirror is filled with other shapes and colors, you can use tiles to nod to these, as well.
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Michelle Boudreau Design
Backsplashes and showers are both hotspots for tiles, so why not blend them together by using the same tile in both? Line your shower walls with a set of pretty tiles. Then, let those tiles extend to cover the wall behind your sink, too.
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Tyler Karu
Your walls don’t have to be just one color or texture. With a handful of tiles and a quick coat of paint, you can DIY a two-tone wall that segments just above your sink, giving you a built-in backsplash that’s both striking and unique.
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LeClair Decor
Marble makes a classic addition to any bathroom, and if you’re hoping to craft a seriously stunning backsplash, the elegant material won’t disappoint.
If you have the budget for it, consider springing for a full-blown marble wall. The material will set the tone in your space, adding luxury and functionality in equal measure.
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Cathie Hong Interiors
Backsplashes and countertops are often separate pieces, but they certainly don’t have to be. Many bathroom countertops come with backsplashes built-in. Typically, these backsplashes are crafted from the same material as the countertops, giving you one continuous line from the front of your counter to the top of your backsplash.
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Erin Williamson Design
If there’s a lot going on in your bathroom, consider keeping your backsplash relatively simple. A classic white backsplash may skew a little traditional in an all-white bathroom, but if you put it next to a wood-lined wall—and above a strikingly tiled floor—it should add a welcome dose of contrast and simplicity to your space.
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Tyler Karu
Curating a bold backsplash can be a lot of fun, but if you don’t want to go through the trouble of tiling or painting your walls, remember that you can always spring for a sink with a built-in backsplash, instead. Some sinks really do come equipped with backsplashes, giving you a very low-maintenance way to outfit your space.
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Bath apron - 35 best apron designs over the bathtub
Baltic neoclassical
Elena Sidorina
Original design example: contemporary style bathroom with flat facades, medium wood color facades, white tiles, shower cabin, sink, gray worktop, vanity unit, hanging vanity unit and backsplash
Khimki 47 m2
Chufistova Irina
multi-colored tile, walk-in shower, overhead sink, gray floor, outdoor shower, white countertop, hanging cabinet and backsplash - great interior photo
Bathroom.
Design project for an apartment on Petrovsky Island
Gorenechev Interior
Fresh design idea: master bathroom in a modern style with flat facades, white facades, an alcove bathtub, an alcove shower, installation, brown tiles, gray tiles, sink, gray floor, shower with hinged doors, white countertop, single sink cabinet, hanging cabinet and backsplash - great interior photo
California Cool
Blythe Interiors
Home-style inspiration: mid-sized nautical-style bathroom with blue walls, gray floors, single vanity, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, open shower, installation, white tile, ceramic tile, flooring Porcelain stoneware, recessed washbasin, faux quartz countertop, swing door shower, white countertop, splashback and base cabinet
Breathtaking Master Bath Remodel
Sutherland Design Home, LLC
We removed the long wall of mirrors and moved the tub into the empty space at the left end of the vanity.
We replaced the carpet with a beautiful and durable Luxury Vinyl Plank. We simply refaced the double vanity with a shaker style.
Linen cabinet added in place of small shower
KE Interior Solutions
TG Images walk-in shower, walk-in toilet, multicolored tile, glass tile, gray walls, cement tile floor, sink sink, faux quartz countertop, gray floor, swing door shower, white countertop, backsplash, alcove, double vanity unit and wall-hung vanity unit - latest trend
Chelsea Master Bath
Tamara Hubinsky Interiors
Airy and bright, with the perfect amount of storage, this Master Bath include custom cabinetry and other storage, reclaimed wood, an abundance of layered lighting, and a mix of sleek, simple , and artisanal tiles.
Bathroom Remodel
Design InSite
Ann Cummings Interior Design / Design InSite / Ian Cummings Photography
Stylish design: neoclassical (modern classic) bathroom with open shower, open shower and backsplash - the latest trend
Olympia Hills
P.
Scinta Designs, LLC
Jim Decker
Original design example of a medium sized classic master bathroom with overhead bathtub, raised infill cabinets, white cabinets, corner shower, separate toilet, beige tiles , stone tile, beige walls, marble floor, vanity top, marble top and backsplash
Historic Transformation
Morgante Wilson Architects
Morgante Wilson Architects designed this custom double mahogany vanity with glass legs. The floor is a black and white basket weave. Chicago's North Shore, Illinois • Photo by: Tony Soluri
Klyazma Chalet
Tatyana Ilyina (Sorokina)
Design idea: rustic master bathroom with black cabinetry, freestanding bathtub, brown walls, floor cabinet, wood lining and apron
EZhK "Astra"
SHEF Design
Homey inspiration: small scandinavian-style master bathroom with flat cabinets, gray cabinets, overhead bathtub, installation, colorful tiles, ceramic tiles, gray walls, porcelain stoneware flooring, countertop sink, faux stone countertops, gray floor , shower with hinged doors, gray countertop, cabinet for one sink, hanging cabinet and apron
Residential Complex "Rublevsky Lights"
Tatyana Dmitrieva
Home-style inspiration: small contemporary style bathroom with flat cabinets, brown cabinets, full bathtub, over-bath shower, installation, beige walls, solid washbasin, open shower, white tile, mosaic tile, walk-in shower, gray floor , white countertop and backsplash
carmel valley bathroom
Renomerica
Pictured: country-style bathroom with open cabinets, alcove bathtub, walk-in shower, monoblock toilet, hog tile, countertop sink, wood countertop, backsplash, double vanity unit, floor cabinet and cement tile floor
Breathtaking Master Bath Remodel
Sutherland Design Home, LLC
We removed the long wall of mirrors and moved the tub into the empty space at the left end of the vanity.
We replaced the carpet with a beautiful and durable Luxury Vinyl Plank. We simply refaced the double vanity with a shaker style.
Mid Century Bathroom
Solid Kitchen & Bath
mid century modern bathroom design. herringbone tiles, brick wall, cement floor tiles, gold fixtures, round mirror and globe scones. corner shower with subway tiles and penny tiles.
Munsey Park, Manhasset
Sterling Construction
Home-style inspiration: medium-sized gray and white neoclassical (modern classic) master bathroom with flat-paneled cabinets, medium-tone wood cabinets, alcove shower, countertops
RauHaus
Domiteaux Garza Architecture
Photography by: Charles Davis Smith, AIA
Inspiration for home comfort: contemporary bathroom with countertop sink, freestanding bathtub, mosaic tiles and backsplash
in the bathroom? – 12 interesting ideas
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Modern bathrooms require radically new design solutions. And therefore, down with the bored tile finish from floor to ceiling. Now the trend is elegant decoration of "wet areas", which also comes out many times cheaper. Therefore, we will show you an interesting selection of 12 ideas for decorating an apron in the bathroom.
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The same as the table top
When the table top smoothly flows into the backsplash and frames the mirrors, it looks concise and stylish .
For such a finish, designers suggest giving preference to neutral beige or coffee shades.
For lovers of brighter colors, I offer a combination of gray furniture with a marble top and an apron in the same style against a background of pink wall decoration.
Put a minimalist decor on the countertop and the interior of the bathroom will sparkle with new colors.
Mosaic decor
The apron decor in the form of mosaic masonry looks original and unusual. Of the popular options, a narrow rectangular mosaic is distinguished. The color scheme can be chosen randomly. The main thing is that it harmoniously combines with other elements in the bathroom.
A monochromatic mosaic in soothing shades is just as good for the bathroom.
Pebbles
Now the trend is eco-direction and, in order to keep up with fashion trends, I propose to decorate the apron with ordinary pebbles. In addition, the use of natural materials will help create a peaceful atmosphere.
There are a lot of decor options here. For example, you can lay out a small border between the countertop and the mirror. And, to further protect the wall, the pebbles can be varnished.
If you do not want to look for sea pebbles and spend time laying them out, then you can use a tile with its imitation.
Bright accent
A bright backsplash consisting of several multi-colored tiles will effectively stand out against the background of white walls. Additionally, you can lay out the same tile on the wall near the bath.
Honeycomb tile
This type of tile has been at the peak of popularity for several years in a row and does not plan to give up its positions yet. Therefore, this is a good option for finishing the apron in the bathroom.
Gzhel
The decoration with Russian painting looks very authentic. Especially in combination with a marble countertop and light wooden cabinets.
And in tandem with blue tiles, Gzhel creates a marine mood.
Contrasting grout
If you are not yet ready to use bright painted tiles, then you can use colored grout as an interesting detail in creating an apron. In this case, even a simple white tile will sparkle with new colors.
Boar
Boar is good for several reasons. Firstly, it is an eternal classic that serves as a neutral background for any design decisions. Secondly, no difficulties with its masonry.
"Boar" can be both neutral and bright shades.
It will be interesting to look at the option when the backsplash over the sink is made of small tiles of different colors. But here it is important to correctly determine the color scheme so that it does not draw all the attention to itself, but only skillfully emphasizes and maintains the mood of the interior as a whole.
Marble finishing
Marble in the "wet areas" performs two functions at once - aesthetic and protective.
This season, designers offer options when the countertop "echoes" with an apron and trim around the bath.
White marble complements the bathroom, where the walls are painted in rich shades.
Before the mirror
Apron in the bathroom does not have to be big. A few rows of tiles up to the mirror are quite enough. This is enough to protect the wall from moisture.
Matching the floor
Another design solution that can be borrowed to create an unusual effect in the bathroom. The tile "slips" from the wall to the floor and a single harmonious composition is obtained.
In the same tone with the screen
I suggest considering this option, where the backsplash over the sink and the screen under the bathtub are made of the same material and in the same color. These two small elements will set the mood for the whole room.
An apron in the bathroom is a way to make a room practical, stylish and at the same time save some money on repairs.
