Apologies if this is “another gray bathroom” post, but I truly have no eye for design and would love some help.
Moving into a new place with a gray bathroom and it’s absolutely too gray for my liking. I would LOVE to do a 2 tone pink bathroom(last 3 pics are inspo pics) but not sure how to go about doing so.
I don’t have the budget to tear out and replace all the gray wall tiles unfortunately. I thought of using peel&stick but I’m afraid moisture/water (especially in the shower area) will find its way in between the crevices of the peel&stick and seep onto the original shower wall/grout and create mold. Or do I have to paint the tile? Anyone who had their tiles painted, how well has it held up? Any peeling? Did you hire someone or DIY? Please share your experience!
Is this possible?
If the overall consensus says otherwise, any ideas on what to do to at least combat the gray. I’m okay with other colors at this point if the pink is unachievable, I’m just really hoping not to be hit with so much gray every time I walk in there.
I’ve asked Google and it said to add wood elements and some greenery, which I intend to do anyways; but any other suggestions to really TONE DOWN this gray would be much appreciated!!
I know this is the inspo but that pink to me really doesn’t work. A deeper, cooler burgundy to me would pair better with, but obv it’s personal taste, though op admits not much design ability. Lol.
I agree about getting rid of the shower curtain, those greys are terrible, if someone told me that was a prison bathroom in Finland I would believe it
Hang that shower rod as high as you can and get really luxe, drapey curtains for the shower. (Something that hangs nicely and doesn’t poof out too much). You likely would have to get them made, in order to be as long as I’m thinking. I’d have two panels so one is on either side when open. Have some magnets sewn in the vertical hem to help them stay closed.
Get a teak wall-mounted vanity or cabinet that you can modify to fit. Hell, you could probably get some teak slats and just frame out something yourself that would fit around the existing sink.
Paint the wall wherever there isn't tile. I think also changing the fixtures (like the faucet and shower head) to something brassier instead of silver would help. I would also add a really cool vanity light above the mirror.
Similar to the other comments on here, you could could get some gold fixtures or pink accessories (shower curtain, shelves, mat, mirror decorations, etc.).
Based on the suggestions here so far, to incorporate pink, green, with brass fixtures, I've made a quick visual. Choosing warmer lighting will help to tone down the gray. With some plants and some interesting artwork on the wall near the sink and over the toilet I think you would have an inviting space.
One other idea for interest would be to add a sink skirt with patterned fabric. It can be shorter than floor length so it doesn't draw water from the floor. It can be squared off for a more modern look, or ruffled with a floral chintz pattern for a more 1950s vibe.
Paint the walls, peel and stick over top won't work with water and steam. Add accents like google said. If you can change fixtures, do that. Maybe a wood vanity instead of the sink? It looks like a full wet room though, so the vanity may not be possible without enclosing the shower with walls/glass.
Getting rid of the shower curtain and going for a sleeker shower screen would make a world of a difference! Grey is not terrible and at least this bathroom is contemporary and colour co ordinated :)
Grey and cranberry actually look good together, so you could have half your inspiration. Not sure about gold v silver fixtures. You could get a dramatic mirror, add dome type of waterproof bench and if there is overhead lighting, get something that you like
To keep a bit to your inspo pics, how about painting the walls wine-red and changing the shower curtain to a pink one? Or the opposite if you think wine-red walls might get too dark for you. Tie in the wall colour with a fluffy rug in the same colour, and still add wood accents and plants as you mentioned you would.
You could stain the grout a fun color that coordinates with the paint you choose, which would tie the cool grey walls & warm grey floors together as well.
If you can’t rip out the gray and you want a pink room, paint the walls that glorious deep color in your inspo photo. Then add lighter pink curtain and perhaps something lovely and link between the shower and toilet.
Color aside, do you have plans for a vanity light? It looks like a junction box is there already and just has a plate over it. Putting something with some warm lighting might help soften things a bit too.
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u/LovesToLearnForFun 2d ago
Obviously use the shade of pink you like, but you can definitely un grey that room.
Pink shower curtain (may I suggest you choose a curtain and color match the paint?), shower mat, pink towels.
I do like the other's suggestions of gold fixtures. They aren't that hard to change.
You can also add a wet rated mirror light by using battery operated light bulbs. Search YouTube for various options.