The Important Color Rule To Remember When Designing A Bathroom

A bathroom should be a sanctuary for calm, but it can also be a canvas for pleasing color combinations. Your bathroom is the ideal place for color in your home and is a great place to explore and experiment with different color expressions. But how can one combine multiple colors in a bathroom space without creating chaos? First, limit the number of colors to three. This should include a neutral, a rich tone, and an accent hue. Once those three are selected, keep in mind a proven method that bathroom design experts utilize: The 70-20-10 rule.

This numerical rule refers to how much of each color to use and is easy to apply. Look at your three chosen hues and rank them in terms of lightness. The lightest of your three colors should account for roughly 70 percent of the bathroom's decor, the second lightest should take up 20 percent, and the remaining 10 percent is where your most bold color choice will go. This gives each shade ample space to shine and utilizes each of them an aesthetically pleasing way.

When it comes to selecting the perfect color combination for your bathroom, it's all about finding balance. Pairing colors that flow together will create an ambiance that feels peaceful and pleasant. But it's important to make sure each of your three chosen colors are represented properly. Going overboard with a hue that should be used sparingly is a common mistake everyone makes with color in the bathroom, and could lend a disjointed feel. The 70-20-10 rule helps each color shine in its own right and function within the overall scheme of the bathroom.

Selecting multiple neutrals is an easy way to guarantee color cohesion. Or consider picking a nature inspired hue as your accent color to bring a fresh feeling to your bathroom. Blues and greens are trending heavily and are available in shades ranging from light to dark, so you're sure to find what you need to bring new life to your bathroom space. It also helps to take note of how much light your bathroom will have; Certain colors will look different based on the lighting.

Applying the 70-20-10 rule to your bathroom will result in suitably proportional colors that are exciting without being too heavy on the senses. HGTV superstar Joanna Gaines trusts this practice when she renovates spaces. Gaines' perfect color scheme for a timeless bathroom includes three colors: white, gray, and navy. This classic color trio will feel right at home in a bathroom, especially when properly applied to the walls and decor. Navy is a popular choice for an accent color because it is striking and crisp without being overwhelming. Plus, it is unlikely to go out of style.

White and gray are hugely functional hues that can even add resale value to a home. A white bathroom appears clean and timeless. Gray would take up 20 percent and is neither the lightest nor darkest shade of the group. (Gaines often chooses a lighter gray, but any shade would be appropriate among white and navy.) It's a suitable compromise between light and dark, and perfectly complements the white and navy to bring the entire space together.