Nothing finishes off a bathroom remodel like livening up the color. You’ve taken the time to pick out new fixtures and accessories, so the only thing left is to decide which hue for the walls. What colors are popular for bathrooms now? What kind of choices do you have when considering a new color? We’ve taken the time to research this for you and have come up with some great choices.
Color Matters
One thing to think about is the size of your bathroom. Did you know that color affects the way you see the size? Darker colors make a room look smaller, and a lighter colors make a room look bigger. So darker colors for a small bathroom, might not be the best choice. Additionally, the color of the floor and accessories chosen for the bathroom need to be taken into consideration when looking at the walls. If the flooring was chosen first, then the walls should accent it and not conflict with it.
So Many Choices
One thing that can be done before a color is chosen is to pick up some color samples from the store and tape them to the wall leaving them up for a few days or more. This way you can think about the color choice before making a commitment. While the choice is yours, you can always ask friends and family what they think of your color options as well.
What’s Popular
White never seems to go out of style for bathrooms, but it is not the only option available. Other popular options include neutrals, cool blues and greens, pinks, and soft grays. The trend seems to be for a softer look for the walls. People tend to want to bring serenity to the bathroom and give it a spa-like feel. After a long week, people can look forward to relaxing with a soak in the tub. The softer hues for the walls add to the calm of the room and help people forget about the stress of their week.
Types of Paint
While color is important, it also important to think about the functionality of the paint. Bathrooms can be a moist environment. The showers are steamy, and water can get splashed from a soak in the tub. The walls near the light switches will see a lot of activity as well as you enter and exit the bathroom. One problem in moist areas is the propensity for mold and mildew. Choosing a paint with this in mind is very important. There are types that are specifically made for durability in moist environments. These paints will have anti-mildew and fungicide properties. A flat paint will hold onto moisture more than a paint with a sheen to it. Keeping in mind the environment the paint will be in goes a long way to picking the most durable kind.
Choosing the right paint for your environment and choosing a color that reflects your style and tastes is the perfect way to finish a bathroom remodel. Give us a call at (440) 884-4600 or email at customerservice@littsplumbing.com to discuss your bathroom remodel options.
