Blue has always been a smart pick for bathrooms, naturally suggesting calm and openness. If you’re thinking about adding this color to your own space, here are 25 ideas to help you find the right shade, whether you want something subtle or quite bold.
Ground Your Bathroom with a Bold Starburst Floor
Graphic floor tiles feature a bold starburst pattern in blues, yellows, and creams.
Fish Scale Blue Tile Creates a Refreshing Shower
Shower walls can be adorned with blue tile in an overlapping fish scale pattern. The cool tones and unique shape create a distinct look.
Maximize Small Bathroom Storage with Triangular Shelving
If bathroom space is tight, a narrow, triangular wall shelf is ideal for storing toiletries and decor. It’s an open, tiered design that keeps bottles and jars ready at hand without using up counter or floor space.
Dark Square Tiles Create a Moody Backdrop for Your Vanity
For bathroom walls, dark, matte square tiles can create a backdrop. Their deep blue-grey hue sets off lighter fixtures and accessories.
Design a Watery Oasis with Deep Blue Subway Tiles
Tile your shower and bath walls with deep blue subway tiles that have a slightly varied, glossy finish, where subtle color and sheen mimic the movement of water, especially when paired with darker grout.
Agate-Patterned Wallpaper Creates a Bold Statement Wall
Agate-patterned wallpaper covers the bathroom walls with swirling blue and white lines. It’s a bold choice for the space.
Keep Bath Essentials Handy on a Small Blue Stool
Next to your tub, a small, open-weave teal stool holds bathing necessities. It holds a folded towel, a bottle of soap, and a brush.
Soften Your Vanity Area with Arched Mirrors
Install arched mirrors above your sink. Their curved lines provide a break from the straight edges of fixtures and tiles.
Wooden Stool Adds Natural Texture Next to Floating Vanity
If your modern bathroom vanity feels too sleek, a round solid wood stool can offer some warmth. Its stacked-plank design can hold a small plant or soap beside the sink.
Introduce Color with Abstract Artwork
Hang a piece of abstract art featuring blues and whites on a clean white wall. This artwork works best when framed with a simple gold bar at the top, to avoid overwhelming the space.
Woven Baskets Store Linens Under a Blue Vanity
Woven baskets store linens in the open space beneath your vanity. These grey and natural fiber pieces fit neatly on the lower shelf of a blue furniture-style vanity.
This works best when your vanity offers open shelving.
White Buddha Statue for a Calm Bathing Spot
On the edge of your bathtub, a white Buddha statue sits alongside a small vase of yellow flowers. It’s a simple decorative piece for the bathing area.
Pink Round Mirror Adds a Soft Touch Above Blue Vanity
Blush pink frames the circular mirror, sitting above deep blue cabinetry. This color pairing is unexpected against the vanity and its straight lines.
Ensure Easy Towel Access with an Open Shelf Vanity
Choose a light blue vanity with an open lower shelf for immediate access to folded towels. Stack white and gray towels neatly on the slatted shelf for a clean look.
Glass Vessel Sink Adds a Pop of Color
A bold blue glass vessel sink sits on a light-colored vanity. This unique basin provides an alternative to standard porcelain.
Introduce Pattern with Shower Floor Tile
Patterned tile on your shower floor offers a striking visual element. This gray and white geometric design provides a captivating contrast against the surrounding white subway tiles and navy vanity.
Deep Blue Vanity With Ring Pulls Adds a Bold Statement
A deep blue vanity incorporates large, circular brass ring pulls, whose substantial size makes cabinet doors easy to open and contributes an ornate touch to its rich, painted finish. They’re practical.
Choose a Pale Blue Clawfoot Tub with Ornate Feet
If you’re looking for a soft color in the bathroom, consider a pale blue clawfoot tub. Its ornate white feet add a decorative detail that contrasts with the simple tub shape.
Gold Shower Fixtures Add Warmth to White Subway Tile
Gold shower fixtures, including the shower head and faucet, stand out against classic white subway tile. This warm metallic finish provides a strong contrast to the bright surfaces.
It’s especially effective in bathrooms with a minimalist aesthetic elsewhere.
Tiny Blue Tiles Create a Textured Backdrop for the Vanity
Behind the vanity area, a mosaic of small, dark blue tiles creates a textured wall. This patterned surface works well against a simple white vessel sink and light wood shelf.
Its texture highlights the area’s design elements.
Rustic Round Mirror Adds Natural Charm Above a Vanity
To introduce organic texture to your bathroom, hang a mirror with a weathered wood frame. The substantial, circular design presents a pleasant difference from the vanity and countertop’s straight lines, softening the area.
This rustic piece adds a distinct detail, complementing the shiplap paneling.
Design a Curved Shower Enclosure with Tiny Blue Mosaics
A wall of tiny blue mosaic tiles can enclose your shower, tracing the natural curve of the room. These small tiles are especially effective for curved surfaces.
You’ll get a rich texture across the bathing area.
Square Art Prints Add a Pop of Color Above the Vanity
Hang a grid of small, square art prints above your blue vanity to add a playful element to the walls. These framed pieces feature colorful, abstract circular designs.
They also break up the expanse of a large mirror.
