Want to do something with extra pizzazz the next time you remodel your bathroom? Here’s something sure to make a splash: Do the whole room in a stark black and white theme. At the center of the room: A white vanity. You’ll be amazed at how great this looks.
Bathroom accessories make a major change in any bathroom’s looks. By simply replacing the old accessories with new ones, you’ll almost make it appear to be an entirely new room. And going with black and white accessories is a change that will bring a major, major change in the room’s look. But you have to make sure you do this just right. Pull out some magazines and go on the Internet to see how people are making effective use of black and white in the bath.
One idea: Keep your walls a pleasant shade of red, and make your accessories black and white. The look created is absolutely dramatic. You could go with a warm red wallpaper and go with warm and cozy. Or if you prefer, a deep red paint looks striking. Then accent with black and white accessories such as curtains, linens, shower curtain, etc.
Another shade of red that works well in a black and white bathroom is Asian red. You could paint your walls with an imperial red and use a darker red on the floor. Use a black tub and toilet seat and add some white linens and shower curtain.
However, when it comes to the vanity itself, it’s best to keep the main cabinet white. Black makes such an impression, and the vanity is the first thing that you see in the bathroom. This might tend to make an all black vanity too overpowering. However, a white vanity cabinet with a black basin would look great. Or an all white vanity but decorated with numerous black and red ornaments would also look good.
There are other things you could do to further enhance the look. The key is to not go crazy with it. Don’t create a situation where you’ve got lots of black lines crossing each other. The blacks, whites and reds should merge together in a way that is impressive but not jolting. And when you’re just not sure how to create the look you want, just look at what others are doing on household design websites.