Wallpaper ideas for small powder room
Powder room wall decor – how to choose wallpaper for a powder room? |
Beautiful powder room wall decor can turn a small space into a special one.
Powder rooms – the British cloakroom – may be small but they can still pack a decorative punch. Color and pattern can make these ground floor rooms spaces both family and guests can appreciate.
When it comes to bathroom ideas for your family, you might hold back on using wallpaper where it might be splashed. But there’s no reason not to introduce it in a powder room to turn what could be an anonymous area into one with style.
Powder room wall decor
Powder room wall decor needs to be chosen in conjunction with other elements of the room – it’s not just pattern that can dress up one of these spaces: other powder room ideas, such as vivid or dramatic wall colors, rich finishes, and fabulous furniture and accessories can all be part of the picture to match to your wallpaper ideas.
1. Evoke organic beauty
(Image credit: Paul Dyer)
The Swirls wallpaper by Robert Crowder in this 1928 Tudor home in California designed by Anyon Design has the appeal of extravagantly veined natural stone and mesmerizing effect.
‘I loved how the powder room turned out,’ says Lindsay Anyon Brier.
The room’s other elements pick up shades from the wallpaper, giving the space a cocooning atmosphere.
‘We restored an Asian chest and lacquered a pagoda-style mirror in a dark green. The brass fixtures by Waterworks really complete the look,’ she says.
2. Create a color surprise
(Image credit: Salvesen Graham)
London-based interior designers Salvesen Graham 's cloakroom ideas include adding a pop of color with a dynamic Beata Heuman wallpaper .
Take a leaf out of the design practice’s book by introducing a contrast in style as well. This contemporary wallpaper idea strikes a different note to the room’s more traditional elements, such as the radiator, to make the scheme even more arresting.
3. Stay fresh
(Image credit: Thomas Kuoh)
An organic stripe creates impact in the powder room of this home overlooking the San Francisco Bay designed by Nest Design Co .
Choosing a wallpaper with a white ground like this one is a great option to take in order to make a very small bathroom feel airy and bright without compromising on the scheme’s boldness.
The vertical stripe wallpaper design adds height to the room, too, leading the eye upwards to a ceiling that reflects light to further space-stretching effect.
4. Opt for distinct style
(Image credit: Sarah Shields Photography)
While this home in Carmel, Indiana, was give a modern monochrome update when the homeowners’ five children had flown the nest, interior designer Whittney Parkinson of Indianapolis-based Whittney Parkinson , changed the palette and the mood with this interior.
‘For the powder room we wanted to throw the rule book out of the window,’ she says. ‘This space is all about fun and frivolity. The Cole & Son wallpaper is an inspired addition that we think fits this space perfectly.’
5. Bring it to life
(Image credit: Sims Hilditch)
Jungle Birds wallpaper from Hamilton Weston has a vibrant presence in this powder room design by UK design practice Sims Hilditch .
The motif is perfectly scaled for the small room, allowing the details of birds, butterflies, branches and even spiders’ webs to be appreciated.
If you’re concerned about scuffs, there are a range of paneling ideas for walls to choose from. Using the strategy of paneling to dado height, as shown here, is a great solution, creating a hard-wearing finish.
6. Add drama
(Image credit: Rachael Smith)
Deeply veined marble in a warm burgundy shade on the floor, along with tactile wallpaper, make this powder room in interior designer Elnaz Namaki’ s apartment a masterclass in going bold.
‘I wanted to have fun – compact spaces are ideal for experimenting with all-out glamor,’ she says.
Follow Elnaz’s lead by swapping white sanitaryware for alternative shades. Here, it’s a black WC, along with a delicate plaster pink basin. The mirror’s a showstopper from the 1950s with a lit frame.
7. Go for glamor
(Image credit: Nat Rea)
This powder room by Vani Sayeed Studios is as visually striking as the rest of the New England home.
Intricate pattern and bold colors give it both glamor and a sense of playfulness, but they’re combined with classic furnishings and white sanitaryware as a cozy and grounding counterpoint.
8. Choose a biophilic theme
(Image credit: Vivian Johnson)
The powder room of this colorful San Jose home designed by Carmit Oron is brought to life by the exuberance of the wallpaper.
'Despite its size, this room was a glorious opportunity to utilise color and pattern with added playfulness,' says Carmit.
'I began designing it with a rather cool Beverly Hills Hotel wallpaper in mind – one that showcases lush, oversized greenery. I was delighted when my clients gave me the green light on this particular design element.
'To tone down the grandiose wallpaper, I used horizontal shiplap for wainscoting on the bottom half of the walls, and classic herringbone Carrara tile on the floor.'
9. Create intrigue with a map
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If you've seen a little too much blue and want to try a different color, stick with subtle, powdery shades for powder rooms – as the name suggests.
David Shell, Founder and CEO of a home design and construction publication TradesmenCosts, recommends taking inspiration from pink and gray bathrooms for powder rooms.
'Gray is a great choice because it pairs up with almost every other shade and is easy to clean. Make sure to use contrasting shade/s on your floor and ceiling.
'Pink has more of a dramatic impact,' he says, and 'will make anyone feel prettier than ever'.
Marjorie Tornatore , a licensed real estate salesperson for Douglas Elliman, is also betting on gray as a great value-adding choice for powder rooms, especially warm dove gray shades that will 'make spaces appear larger and brighter'.
10. Bored of pastels? Try a jewel tone
(Image credit: Future / Polly Wreford)
If pastels just aren't your thing, however, there are some beautiful powder room wall decor ideas and bright colors, as shown above, that will work.
The best color to try is a deep, jewel-toned green: there is just something classic about a deep, heavy green in a smaller bathroom which makes it work.
11. Combine traditional prints with bold paint colors
(Image credit: Douglas Gibb)
If you want to give traditional style wallpaper a contemporary twist, picking out the brightest of the accent colors in the design to paint wainscotting with is a characterful powder room wall decor idea. Here, the character is given a further boost with the use of period-style furniture housing a bathroom basin.
12. Pick practical panelling in a family space
(Image credit: Future)
The cloakroom idea above is fabulous for families. Knock- and splash-proof, panelling is tough and durable, but also adds texture and character. Which color to paint wainscotting?
Real estate agent Chuck Vander Stelt, founder of website Quadwalls says: 'Light blue is always a winner for kitchens and powder rooms. Light blue is subtle, crisp, and clean. Also important is the versatility of blue. Blue easily matches with many other colors commonly found in powder rooms.
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So, think a light blue combined with chic copper fixtures, for example, for an elegant and classic look. Charles McMillan, founder of Stand With Main Street , agrees: 'In a tiny bathroom, a soft and airy blue provides a sense of tranquility to any area and produces a pleasant, spa-like feeling.'
13. Pick a bold, fun theme
(Image credit: Studio Indigo)
A powder room is a space to have fun with your wall decor, so why not choose a wallpaper that you'd never dream of hanging in a larger space, in bold colors or with a striking design. This one, designed by Studio Indigo , is reflected in a large wall-hung, frameless mirror, and enhanced by gold light fittings.
What is a good color for a small powder room?
A soft light blue is, in our opinion, the best color for a small powder room. It is the color most likely to add to your home's value, it reflects light, looks clean, promotes a spa-like feel and enhances space. Eric Nerhood of Southern California's Premier Property Buyers helps with the numbers: $5,400 is the extra price buyers will be prepared for for a beautiful blue or periwinkle powder room.
The colors to avoid in a powder room
Although powder rooms are safer for experimentation than other rooms due to their small size, there are a few colors that won't do your home value any favors. Eric Nerhood recommends avoiding a plain off-white powder room – it can decrease the value of your home by approximately $4,000.
The other extreme – overly dark and dramatic colors – is also to be avoided if you are trying to sell your home, according to Vander Stelt:
'Avoid yellow, red, purple, and browns in powder rooms. These colors in these areas are not as appealing to homebuyers. A homebuyer who right away thinks he or she will be doing work to the home will offer the seller less for the home.'
Marjorie Tornatore also urges homeowners to avoid on-trend bathroom color ideas, 'such as orange, because they tend to go out of style and lose value over a short period of time'.
So, keep a powder room soft and light, but don't settle for white.
Bathroom Wallpaper | Powder Room Wallpapers by Livettes
If you have ever looked for wallpaper for bathrooms, you might know that it is not easy to choose the perfect powder room wallpaper, especially if there are so many designs and styles. To make things easier, we have narrowed down the best wallpaper for bathrooms based on the choices of our clients! If you need a wallpaper for powder room or half bath, we have various wallpaper designs for you to choose from. Oh, and if moisture resistant wallpaper is what you need, self adhesive wallpaper will be your best bet. If you however plan to use traditional wallpaper in bathroom next to water source, you can coat it with a protective coating to make it last as long as possible!
Modern delicate herringbone removable wallpaper
From $9.99 USD
Subtle floral removable wallpaper
From $9.
99 USD
Neutral Paintbrush Maze removable wallpaper
From $9.99 USD
Tiny Brush Pattern removable wallpaper in Black
From $9.99 USD
London Metro Lines removable wallpaper in black and off white
From $9.99 USD
Neutral Color London Metro Lines Removable Wallpaper
From $9.99 USD
Grey peony removable wallpaper
From $9.99 USD
Blue palm leaves design removable wallpaper
From $9.99 USD
Bright Terrazzo Design Removable Wallpaper
From $9.99 USD
Blue Paintbrush Maze removable wallpaper
From $9.
99 USD
Blue palm leaf removable wallpaper
From $9.99 USD
Pink Paintbrush Maze removable wallpaper
From $9.99 USD
Stripy leaves removable wallpaper
From $9.99 USD
Black plaid pattern removable wallpaper
From $9.99 USD
Scandi style geometric wallpaper
From $9.99 USD
Delicate herringbone removable wallpaper in Navy color
From $9.99 USD
Light Sage green Banana leaf removable wallpaper
From $9.99 USD
Palm leaves removable wallpaper
From $9.
99 USD
Delicate scallop print removable wallpaper
From $9.99 USD
Faux gold chevron print removable wallpaper
From $9.99 USD
Large palm leaf wallpaper in mist color
From $9.99 USD
Dalmatian spot removable wallpaper
From $9.99 USD
Pink Delicate floral removable wallpaper
From $9.99 USD
Simple herringbone removable wallpaper in black
From $9.99 USD
Emerald green malachite removable wallpaper
From $9.99 USD
Tiny Brush Pattern removable wallpaper in Blue
From $9.
99 USD
Art Deco Tile pattern wallpaper
From $9.99 USD
Bold leopard design removable wallpaper
From $9.99 USD
Classic tiny herringbone removable wallpaper
From $9.99 USD
Denim Blue botanical wildflower removable wallpaper
From $9.99 USD
Faux gold geometric design removable wallpaper
From $9.99 USD
Grey foliage print removable wallpaper
From $9.99 USD
Chinese wave pattern removable wallpaper
From $9.99 USD
Faux Gold Palm Leaves removable wallpaper
From $9.
99 USD
Bold palm leaf wallpaper in black
From $9.99 USD
Grey botanical wildflower removable wallpaper
From $9.99 USD
About collection
If you have ever looked for wallpaper for bathrooms, you might know that it is not easy to choose the perfect powder room wallpaper, especially if there are so many designs and styles. To make things easier, we have narrowed down the best wallpaper for bathrooms based on the choices of our clients! If you need a wallpaper for powder room or half bath, we have various wallpaper designs for you to choose from. Oh, and if moisture resistant wallpaper is what you need, self adhesive wallpaper will be your best bet. If you however plan to use traditional wallpaper in bathroom next to water source, you can coat it with a protective coating to make it last as long as possible!
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The advantages and disadvantages of wallpaper for the toilet should be considered separately, since the conditions of the room are different from the usual ones and have more requirements for the material.
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| Aesthetic appearance | Limited material selection |
| Large variety of colors | Short service life (compared to tiles) |
| Cost effective finish compared to | tilesHigh risk of fungus and mold |
| Drawing can visually increase the area of the room | |
| Much easier finishing and dismantling work |
In the photo on the left, the toilet is finished with tropical-style 3D wallpaper. The room seems more spacious due to unusual lighting.
Pictured is the toilet design in black and white. The decoration is made with wallpaper with a large pattern.
What is the best wallpaper for a toilet?
Liquid wallpaper
The cover will be a good choice for finishing the toilet. The material in its original form is a powder, which is diluted in the required amount of liquid and applied to the wall according to the principle of plaster.
In the conditions of the toilet room, this nuance is convenient because there will be no seams on the walls and those places that are difficult to reach for pasting with roll coatings can be neatly trimmed with liquid wallpaper. The surface fixed with varnish will last longer and will have water-repellent properties.
Wall mural
Spectacular, but not the most practical way of finishing. Wall murals can make the interior much more interesting, while being more spacious due to the optical illusion. Small toilet rooms can be finished with images with a perspective, this technique will visually move the wall away. For example, the wall behind the toilet is decorated with wallpaper with a picture receding into the distance, and the side walls are finished with a plain coating. For greater reliability, you can use varnished photo wallpapers, they are covered with a protective water-repellent layer.
In the photo on the left, a compact toilet room finished with photo wallpapers that expand the space due to the perspective image.
Bamboo
Completely natural version, made from different parts of the bamboo stem. The coating has a limited color palette, from sand to wenge. For a small toilet room, this is not the best option, since visually it will hide a lot of space with its texture. But the material tolerates high humidity well and is easy to care for.
Glass fiber
One of the most durable types of finishing material. Glass fiber has a natural composition, breathes, is maximally resistant to mechanical damage and high humidity. The coating has several standard textured patterns, and can also be made according to an individual sketch. The coating is suitable for painting and has a long service life.
Cork
Like bamboo wallpaper, a natural material. The coating can be uniform and with multi-colored patches. The palette does not differ in variety, but allows you to choose a shade for a room of any area. For the toilet, it is worth using cork wallpaper with a wax coating, it protects against the absorption of odors, prolongs the service life and allows wet cleaning.
Paper
The most impractical type of wallpaper, although it is considered the most budgetary, it has a lot of colors. Paper does not tolerate changes in temperature and humidity, and also has a short service life. For the toilet, it is better to use laminated paper wallpapers, they have a water-repellent layer that is so needed.
Vinyl
Practical and beautiful. Vinyl wallpapers are produced in different variations, by embossing or with a foamed top layer. The latter option is not suitable for finishing the toilet, but silk-screen printing, on the contrary, will be a good choice. The surface can be washed, will not react to temperature changes and high humidity.
Pictured on the left is the toilet interior finished with vinyl wallpaper silkscreened in pink.
In the photo on the left, a toilet with silk-screen printing in golden wallpaper. A tall mirror enhances space with reflective properties.
Ceramic wallpaper
Not the most popular because of its novelty, but very practical material. Combines the qualities of tiles and wallpaper. The ceramic particles present in the composition make the surface durable and waterproof. At the same time, a huge selection of colors and textures is presented.
Interesting design ideas
Tileable
An interesting way to decorate walls. Wallpaper with imitation tiles "win" in price and space in work. The drawing can be under an old cracked tile or with a beautiful and unusual stylized pattern. This method of finishing allows you to quickly finish in an unusual style and just as quickly, if desired, change it.
Brick effect
Wall decoration with wallpaper imitating brick saves space, time and money compared to natural material. With "brick" walls you get a great design in the style of a loft or Provence. The interior will be complemented by stylized plumbing and decor items.
With flowers
Flowers will decorate almost any style and can look completely different. For example, photo wallpapers with large flowers on the back wall can be combined with plain coatings, or a small floral pattern will decorate the room around the entire perimeter.
Geometric patterns
For a small toilet, it is better to use wallpaper with small geometric patterns, such as a small check. They will not be clearly conspicuous and hide space. The proven technique with horizontal and vertical stripes remains relevant, which, depending on the direction, “stretch” or “lengthen” the wall.
Variants of wallpaper combination in the interior of the toilet
By color
The combination of several colors will look advantageous and allow you to correct the perception of space. A darker shade will "pull" the wall. For a small toilet, it is better to use a combination of a light palette.
You can also combine plain and multi-colored coatings, with a pattern or 3D image.
Tile combination
Combination with tiles will be convenient in a toilet with a washbasin. It protects the places of the most frequent contact with water and other objects. The combination can be done in different variations, for example, in a horizontal way, tiling the lower half of the toilet room and wallpapering the upper part, or tiling one area and wallpapering the rest of the space.
The photo on the left shows a toilet with different finishes. A combination of wallpaper with a large floral pattern and tiles is used.
Combination with painted walls
Combination with painted walls is not only beautiful, but also comfortable. A wall covered with paint will be more protected from moisture and the appearance of fungus, as well as easy care. Thus, the combination is best done according to the horizontal method, the lower part of the toilet is painted, the upper part is wallpaper.
The place of separation of materials can be decorated with wall moldings.
In the photo: The interior of the toilet in a classic style. Finishing combines for the way: wallpaper and painting.
Color options
Black
The bold color is more suitable as a complementary color, for example, for partial wall decoration or as a wallpaper pattern. Finishing with abundant use of black color will look spectacular, but it is likely that such an interior will quickly get bored.
White
White tone is beautiful in a single version and in a company with other colors. The main advantage of white is the visual increase in space, a great way for a small room. Finishing can be combined with other, brighter colors. For example, decorate the wall behind the tank with white wallpaper with a pattern, and the rest with plain structural ones.
Gray
The gray color is multifaceted, it can start from a light shade of white and end with a graphite tone.
Finishing with photo wallpaper, a combination with other shades and different textures will look spectacular.
Beige
A calm classic shade, a good choice for both large rooms and compact toilets. Finishing with beige wallpaper with a noticeable texture, a beautiful plain or color pattern will look good. Beige is suitable for classic and modern design.
Green
Pleasant green hue combined with white and beige, the interior will be calm and not defiant. Another option for finishing can be walls pasted over with photo wallpapers with green vegetation or a beautiful landscape.
Wallpapering in a small toilet
In standard city apartments and Khrushchev apartments, toilets have a small area. Using some tricks will help increase the space without spending large sums.
- For decoration it is worth using wallpaper in light shades,
- Wall murals with a perspective image will help to visually enlarge the space,
- Geometric pattern in the form of horizontal and vertical stripes will detail a wall higher or wider,
- When using wallpaper with a pattern, it is better to choose a small pattern,
- The best color to visually enlarge the space is white and blue,
- LED strip along the ceiling will help to make the toilet higher.
Pictured on the left is a modern toilet. Finishing is done with gray tones using photo wallpapers. Despite the dark shade, the room seems more spacious due to the image on the wall.
Peculiarities of wallpapering
Before proceeding directly with wallpapering, it is necessary to prepare the room for this, namely, to complete all repair work, hide pipes and, preferably, remove plumbing fixtures, including a sink, bidet and toilet, for the duration of wallpapering, as it will make it difficult process.
- Before wallpapering in the toilet, it is necessary to prepare the walls, namely to level them and prime them. This procedure is especially important for a toilet with a sink.
- Work performed on dry wall surfaces,
- For decoration, you should choose a moisture-resistant washable wallpaper,
- The niche can be finished with another type of wallpaper or decorated with doors,
- For wallpapering it is worth using glue for heavy materials,
- For greater safety, the wall behind the sink can be closed with a protective transparent glass,
- Before using self-adhesive wallpaper, clean and level the wall as much as possible.
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Decorating a toilet with wallpaper is not the most common way. However, that doesn't mean it can't be practical. Properly selected material will last for many years and will please the eye. And if you want to change the situation, there will be no problems, since dismantling the wallpaper is much easier than tiles. Wallpapers are presented in a huge selection, which allows you to repair in any style.
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Wallpapering the walls of the toilet with wallpaper advantages and disadvantages
The finishing material has a lot of advantages, which determines the demand for wallpaper in the design of the toilet:
- competitive cost. The range of prices for these finishing products varies in an affordable range.
A separate category of paintings is presented in a relatively expensive segment, but the "risk" is justified by the high technical and decorative potential of the material; - ease of installation. Even an amateur who has step-by-step instructions and the necessary tools at hand can handle such work as repairing a toilet with wallpaper;
- affordable prices for the service. If it is not possible to paste over the walls of the room on your own, call the master without fear that decorating the toilet with wallpaper will cost a pretty penny;
- easy dismantling. Unlike other types of coatings, this finish is easy to dismantle without much labor and time costs;
- high maintainability. If the coating on a separate area of the surface is worn or torn, it is easy to correct the defect by replacing the selected piece of canvas with a new one. Suddenly, a material of a similar design is not at hand, you can pick up a canvas of a consonant range and combine the finish.
Another big plus in the treasury of the advantages of decorating the toilet with wallpaper is an extremely wide range of products. None of the other types of coatings can compete with it in a variety of textures, colors, patterns.
Disadvantages of using wallpaper in the toilet:
- not all types of fabrics are suitable for decorating the bathroom. It is worth choosing especially carefully among special categories, the technical properties of which allow operation in an environment of high humidity;
- Improper wallpapering in the toilet is fraught with flaking of the coating from the surface.
It is worth following the manufacturer's recommendations exactly so as not to be disappointed in the choice.
WC wallpaper design
There are many finishing materials available. But are all of them suitable for hanging in the lavatory? Which of them are more resistant to various factors affecting them.
Wallpaper types:
- Vinyl;
- Paper;
- Non-woven;
- Liquid wallpaper;
- Washable;
- Glass fiber;
- Self-adhesive;
- Wall mural;
- With synthetic base.
In the bathroom it is not necessary to use plain and plain wallpaper
Types of moisture resistance:
- Moisture resistant
- Not waterproof
Patterns:
- Flat (smooth)
- Embossed
What is the best wallpaper for a toilet?
Liquid wallpaper
The cover will be a good choice for finishing the toilet. The material in its original form is a powder, which is diluted in the required amount of liquid and applied to the wall according to the principle of plaster.
In the conditions of a toilet room, this nuance is convenient because there will be no seams on the walls and those places that are difficult to reach for pasting with roll coatings can be neatly trimmed with liquid wallpaper.
The surface fixed with varnish will last longer and will have water-repellent properties.
Wall mural
An effective, but not the most practical way of decorating. Wall murals can make the interior much more interesting, while being more spacious due to the optical illusion. Small toilet rooms can be finished with images with a perspective, this technique will visually move the wall away. For example, the wall behind the toilet is decorated with wallpaper with a picture receding into the distance, and the side walls are finished with a plain coating. For greater reliability, you can use varnished photo wallpapers, they are covered with a protective water-repellent layer.
The photo shows a compact toilet room decorated with photo wallpapers that expand the space due to the perspective image.
Bamboo
Completely natural version, made from different parts of the bamboo stem. The coating has a limited color palette, from sand to wenge. For a small toilet room, this is not the best option, since visually it will hide a lot of space with its texture.
But the material tolerates high humidity well and is easy to care for.
Glass wafers
Wall decoration with glass wafers is an expensive but practical material
In another unusual variant - glass wafers - paper is combined with glass threads. Thanks to this composition, such a fabric is especially resistant to abrasion.
Fiberglass, on the basis of which this wallpaper is made, is environmentally friendly, absolutely fireproof and practically does not absorb moisture. Pollution on them is easy to wash and clean even with the use of household chemicals and strong solvents. In addition, these wallpapers can be painted in any color you like, which makes them suitable for use in any interior. Because of this combination of qualities, they are used not only in domestic, but also in public toilets.
The main disadvantage of this material is its high price. Compare what a toilet looks like with tiles and such wallpaper, from the photo.
Cork
Like bamboo wallpaper, a natural material. The coating can be uniform and with multi-colored patches. The palette does not differ in variety, but allows you to choose a shade for a room of any area. For the toilet, it is worth using cork wallpaper with a wax coating, it protects against the absorption of odors, prolongs the service life and allows wet cleaning.
Synthetic wallpaper
red color perfect for classic interiors
Synthetic wallpaper can act as an insulating material, keeping the toilet at a constant temperature and blocking out unwanted sounds. Such material is made from textiles combined with foam rubber. It is also considered environmentally friendly. But during cleaning, instead of a rag, you will have to use a vacuum cleaner here.
Paper
The most impractical type of wallpaper, although it is considered the most budgetary, it has a lot of colors. Paper does not tolerate changes in temperature and humidity, and also has a short service life. For the toilet, it is better to use laminated paper wallpapers, they have a water-repellent layer that is so needed.
Laminate flooring
Laminate flooring can be glued directly to the wall, then the space will be hidden no more than when laying tiles. You can finish one wall, part or completely make the wooden interior of a small toilet with a laminate, but then you need to choose different colors of wood for the floor and walls.
Washable wallpaper
is the most common option for wall decoration in the toilet due to the price / quality ratio
Washable wallpaper is called one of the most optimal options for the toilet. They are a combination of paper wallpaper with a waterproof film. In the bathroom, it will not only prevent the wallpaper from moving away from the wall or becoming moldy, but it will also make it easy to clean them from dirt and dust. Thanks to the paper base, these wallpapers are inexpensive and do not create difficulties when sticking.
The photo of the material clearly shows how the washable wallpaper looks in the design of the toilet.
Paint
Paint must be moisture resistant and antibacterial. Suitable water-based paint with acrylic, latex, silicone composition. Surfaces can be painted in two colors in different ways:
- visually separate the top and bottom of the walls;
- make a careless border of color transition like strokes or smooth amber;
- paint opposite walls in different colors;
- make a contrasting wall behind the toilet.
Pictured is a small contemporary bathroom with painted light colored walls and laminate flooring where the white trim adds space.
Vinyl
Practical and beautiful. Vinyl wallpapers are produced in different variations, by embossing or with a foamed top layer. The latter option is not suitable for finishing the toilet, but silk-screen printing, on the contrary, will be a good choice. The surface can be washed, will not react to temperature changes and high humidity.
On the left, the interior of the toilet is finished with silk-screened vinyl wallpaper in pink.
Pictured on the left is a WC finished with silk-screened gold wallpaper. A tall mirror enhances space with reflective properties.
Panels
Panels will hide 5 cm of walls on each side, but hide obvious uneven surfaces. Plastic panels save the budget and time spent. With proper installation, PVC does not allow moisture to pass through and does not contribute to the formation of fungus.
Self-adhesive wallpaper
Self-adhesive wallpaper can be just as convenient. This is a patterned film with glue pre-applied to the back. Before applying such wallpaper to the wall, the protective layer is simply removed from the sticky part. The film on the surface of these canvases is characterized by good strength, it is wear-resistant and is not afraid of water. Like tiles, self-adhesive wallpaper in the toilet can be safely washed and cleaned.
This material is used not only for wall decoration, but also for other surfaces. Often with its help they update old furniture. Self-adhesive film is hypoallergenic and completely safe. It can imitate another material: wood, plaster, have a pattern, be glossy or matte. There are more dense models with a cork layer that improves the insulating qualities of the wallpaper. The choice depends only on the preferences of the owner and the requirements of the style of the room.
Ceramic wallpaper
Not the most popular because of its novelty, but very practical material. Combines the qualities of tiles and wallpaper. The ceramic particles present in the composition make the surface durable and waterproof. At the same time, a huge selection of colors and textures is presented.
Combination finish
The combination of two finishes is often found in the interiors of a small toilet without a bathtub. Common combinations:
- tiles and paint;
- tiles and liquid wallpaper;
- tiles and wallpaper;
- wood panels and paint.
Other options for decorating the toilet
You can also wallpaper the toilet! Use liquid, vinyl or washable options. Liquid wallpaper must be applied to a previously cleaned, primed surface. Tip, varnish the finished lining on top, this will provide shine and excellent operating parameters.
Inexpensive, but beautiful option - washable wallpaper. Vinyl will last an order of magnitude longer, but their cost is higher.
Advice, when choosing lining materials for a toilet, take into account the ease of cleaning during use of the room. Therefore, rely on this criterion when planning repairs. Naturally, the tile takes the leading position here, but you should not drape the wall right up to the ceiling, you can lay out the tiles to the middle, and paint over or glue the rest with wallpaper.
It is advantageous to use paint as a finishing material. But buy only high-quality, with a high level of moisture resistance. This approach saves not only money, but also space. The tile "eats" at least 6 cm, while the paint is a third less.
Choosing the style of the interior of the toilet
The main mistakes when creating a design for a small toilet are too bright a palette of colors, an abundance of decor and a lack of overall balance. We will consider those style directions that most harmoniously fit into a small area.
Modern
Modern style is created by ergonomic plumbing installation, gray, white colors, minimal decor and functional arrangement.
Minimalist
Functional simplicity and comfort - the perfect combination for a small toilet. Minimalism includes soft contrasts of light and dark shades (coffee and peach, white and gray, yellow and green), natural finishing materials (glass, wood, stone), as well as the absence of bulky decorations, which can be replaced by compact decorative lamps and panels. on the ceiling.
Classic
The toilet should be decorated in a classic style if the overall interior design is made in such a luxurious direction. For a small room, large chandeliers, ancient statues and metal mosaics will not be relevant. It is worth giving preference to antique forms of a sink, an aged mirror and a marble floor.
Provence
The elegance of every single detail and light colors can give a small toilet extra lightness and space.
It is necessary to pay attention to textiles and decor. Preference should be given to linen towels and rugs, as well as paintings and mosaics, which include floral elements and discreet ornaments.
Nautical
Nautical style is created using 3D wallpaper, blue tiles, blue mosaic, 3D self-leveling floor with the image of the seabed, white walls with blue stains.
In the photo on the right is a small marine bathroom with a sink-cupboard and a standard toilet, where a mirror decorated with a rope and a picture remind of the sea.
Ecostyle
The name of this design speaks for itself in many ways. Eco-friendly finishing materials and textiles will highlight the peculiarity of the room, while minimalist stone souvenirs and ceramic tiles will make the atmosphere more stylish. Colors should be as consistent and harmonizing with each other as possible.
Loft
Industrial touches in design are becoming more and more popular every year. This is not surprising, because not only aesthetic, but also practical aspects are important for a modern person.
The ideal option for a small loft-style toilet is flat facades, wooden elements, a wall-mounted toilet and a brick finish on one of the walls. It will look simple, original and comfortable.
Wallpaper colors for the toilet
Black
The bold color is more suitable as an additional color, for example, for partial wall decoration or as a pattern on the wallpaper. Finishing with abundant use of black color will look spectacular, but it is likely that such an interior will quickly get bored.
White
White tone is beautiful in a single version and in company with other colors. The main advantage of white is the visual increase in space, a great way for a small room. Finishing can be combined with other, brighter colors. For example, decorate the wall behind the tank with white wallpaper with a pattern, and the rest with plain structural ones.
Brown
Coffee shades in the design of the toilet always look stylish and expensive. The main thing is not to overdo it.
Brown colors look great in combination with metal and wooden decor elements, as well as with snow-white plumbing, which will visually appear even whiter. A harmonious combination of contrasts will create a special style of the bathroom interior.
Gray
The gray color is multifaceted, it can start from a light shade of white and end with a graphite tone. Finishing with photo wallpaper, a combination with other shades and different textures will look spectacular.
Blue
Sky colors can look cool or warm. It all depends on the desired effect. There are many options for decorating the toilet with a blue tint. It can be blue and white mosaic on the walls, delicate turquoise wallpaper or marine ornaments on the floor.
Red
Red color is better to dilute with white sanitary ware, black or yellow decor items. Pairs well with white.
Beige
Calm classic shade is a good choice for both large rooms and compact toilets. Finishing with beige wallpaper with a noticeable texture, a beautiful plain or color pattern will look good.
Beige is suitable for classic and modern design.
Yellow
Sunny colors pair well with all other brights and neutrals. The best options are yellow with turquoise, yellow with white, and yellow with olive. Solid sand motifs can be diluted with bright textiles and LED strips built into the mirror.
Green
Pleasant green shade combined with white and beige, the interior will be calm and not defiant. Another option for finishing can be walls pasted over with photo wallpapers with green vegetation or a beautiful landscape.
Finishing the toilet with different materials
Designing the toilet with wallpaper and tiles
This method is becoming one of the most justified for combined bathrooms. By tiling the area near the sink, it is easy to protect the walls from water splashes and not worry that the finish will deteriorate. The tile can cover only one area that is most in contact with water. It can also encircle the lower part of the walls.
Everything else is covered with wallpaper. The colors of tiles and wallpaper should duplicate or complement each other.
Combination with a painted wall
If you don't want to tile wall sections, you can simply paint them. A layer of paint will create a similar protective effect, thanks to which neither water nor mold will be afraid of the wall. Dry areas not exposed to water can be decorated with wallpaper. If the lower half of the walls is painted and the upper half is pasted over, the tails of the wallpaper can be hidden behind the horizontal wall moldings.
Separation by color
This method is suitable for combining several types of wallpaper. With it, you can also visually transform the space of the room. For a small toilet, a mix of light-colored canvases is preferable. Dark tones will visually attract, and from this reduce the wall, therefore, when using them, it is important not to overdo it. You can combine colored and plain wallpaper. Combinations of unpretentious canvases with catchy patterns or a 3D effect look great.
How to choose a wallpaper for a small toilet
Light wallpaper is in trend in the design of a room with a small footage. Beige and silver shades are in trend, compositions with an abstract pattern combined with plain stripes are popular. To visually improve the perception of a small space, interior stylists recommend decorating the surface of one wall with trellises with a large pattern, and pasting the rest with a plain canvas of a consonant range.
Decorative sheets can be perfectly combined with other types of toilet finishes. The duet with tiles is especially in demand, which is used to decorate the lower surface of the walls near the plumbing. Visually, the feeling of space in a compact hygiene room is improved by choosing light-colored wallpaper with a subtle floral pattern and tiles a tone or two darker throughout the lower part of the toilet walls.
Toilet lighting and decor
Many people think that the smaller the area of the room, the less light sources are needed.
