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Another decorating question this time bathroom

ccassaday — Thu, 11 Aug 2016 18:42:12 GMT

Do you typically buy the matching accessories when doing a bathroom. Like waste basket, soap dispenser, waste basket? If not how do you usually decide on decor for bathroom.

Re: Another decorating question this time bathroom

Imadickens — Thu, 11 Aug 2016 18:50:28 GMT

I have bought items from the same groupings before. If not, I just try to match the faucets. If brushed nickel, that's what I buy for the accessories . If gold toned, I'd buy those. Other than that, I'd stick to the same color for all, if you choose plastic or ceramic. Today, tho, do what makes you happy! No more rules!

Re: Another decorating question this time bathroom

libbyannE — Thu, 11 Aug 2016 19:00:47 GMT

You should do whatever YOUR eye tells you. Do you like things that are clean, simple, architectural, minimal? Keep accessories to a minimum. Do you like colors? Are you into serene monochromatic color schemes or more energetic, high-contrast ones? Do you like pattern? Or not? Does your eye gravitate to eclectic, personal mixes of unique hand-picked accessories? (That's me!) Or do you just love the look of new matched accessories often found in some retail stores? All that matters is that you love it. Really!

Re: Another decorating question this time bathroom

Lipstickdiva — Thu, 11 Aug 2016 19:18:55 GMT

I'm doing a bathroom remodel right now. (Actually it has been going on forever but I digress) I'm not doing matchy-matchy but we decided that we were going with brushed nickel so that is what everything is. Showerhead, faucets on sinks, lighting, shower curtain rod, etc. My wastebasket is a Longaberger basket and I more than likely will just keep that.

Re: Another decorating question this time bathroom

ccassaday — Thu, 11 Aug 2016 19:29:10 GMT

I have no clue what color the finishes will be. I don't even know what color cabinets or vanity. We for sure are doing a white and gray kitchen but don't know if we will put white cabinets in the bathrooms with white and gray counters like the kitchen. I was thinking of doing it the same theme as my room in Safari. But I also have found some pretty accesories. I guess it will come down to what color the cabinets and vanity told will be.

Re: Another decorating question this time bathroom

151949 — Thu, 11 Aug 2016 19:39:45 GMT

When we moved I needed to get a housekeeper for health reasons. I had not as yet decorated the bathroom so the second or third time she came she brought me 2 trays for on the vanity counter and said they were a gift from her to put our stuff on - a his & a hers. This makes it tremendously easier for her to clean the counter.Anyway they were seashell scene plastic trays and they sort of set the tone for the bathroom decor. I ended up going to Bells outlet where she bought the trays and got the matching glass, soap dishes and waste can. i even bought some towels & rugs that were in a matching color. She was thrilled , i like it OK so it has been that way for 6 years now. Honestly , we are the only ones who ever see our master bath so it's a kind of who cares situation. The guest bath I have decorated in a Pittsburgh theme - a Pittsburgh sports teams shower curtain and terrible towel hand towels and lots of photos of the burgh. I even found a black & yellow waste can I paid too much for but i like it anyway.DH put Steeler and Pirates decals on it.I have a yellow rubber ducky in the shower that has a Pens insigna on him, and I just bought a little rubber penguin in gold & black to take home for in there. I need to find a black or yellow rug as I now have a white one in there.

Re: Another decorating question this time bathroom

Lipstickdiva — Thu, 11 Aug 2016 20:00:34 GMT

@ccassaday wrote:
I have no clue what color the finishes will be. I don't even know what color cabinets or vanity. We for sure are doing a white and gray kitchen but don't know if we will put white cabinets in the bathrooms with white and gray counters like the kitchen. I was thinking of doing it the same theme as my room in Safari. But I also have found some pretty accesories. I guess it will come down to what color the cabinets and vanity told will be.

I haven't picked out my vanity yet either but the shower walls have been tiled and I have the paint color picked out for the walls. I knew I wanted brushed nickel so everything I bought had to match that. I worked backwords. LOL

Re: Another decorating question this time bathroom

Mominohio — Thu, 11 Aug 2016 20:08:02 GMT

I do not get everything to match. That being said, my bathrooms have Peterboro basket waste baskets and tissue covers that match. My soap dispensers and toothbrush holders are Longaberger, solid colors, in colors to coordinate with each room.

My bathrooms are very very small, so I put as little in them as possible. There is virtually no counter space, so we don't leave out any kind of products, everything is put away in the cabinet under each sink or in the medicine cabinet. The back of the toilet tanks hold the tissue boxes and a flameless candle, and there is some wall decor, but that is all, no trays or baskets or shelves or any other kind of things to hold items, as there would be nowhere (not even the floor) to set them!

Re: Another decorating question this time bathroom

ccassaday — Thu, 11 Aug 2016 21:06:43 GMT

The bathroom is a little more tricky since I won't know cabinets or countertops until we start building. I have been looking and saving stuff I like. I have seen a few sets I like. The only thing I know is I will have a double sink except where the second sink usually is will just be counted and I will have a vanity to do my hair and makeup. I am thinking if I don't do matching sets I could find one piece of wall decor and build around that.

Re: Another decorating question this time bathroom

Bridgegal — Thu, 11 Aug 2016 23:26:50 GMT

I don't, but that's just me. We don't have one matching set of anything in the house. Not a matchy matchy decorator.

I say, go with what you like.

Re: Another decorating question this time bathroom

feline groovy — Fri, 12 Aug 2016 01:29:24 GMT

Nope; my style in decor (& fashion) is what I call "casual eclectic".

I try to keep my home (& myself, LOL) looking somewhat decent, but that's about all.

I just use my favorite color to tie everything together throughout my home.

Moved into a new apartment last month; the bathroom now has pops of various shades of green and blue.

Although I also enjoy some corals and yellows, and hope to add a bit here and there.

Re: Another decorating question this time bathroom

ccassaday — Fri, 12 Aug 2016 01:13:58 GMT

I think my bathroom will probably have to wait until we move in or it's almost done so I can get a feel of the layout and what will look good.

Re: Another decorating question this time bathroom

feline groovy — Fri, 12 Aug 2016 01:21:03 GMT

@ccassaday:

Since you have muted earth tones in your safari decor, why not think about clear vibrant color(s) in the bathroom for contrast?

Most experts say that if you want to experiment with color, a small room is the way to start out. 8)

Kisses to your sweet Golden girl...

Re: Another decorating question this time bathroom

tedEbear — Fri, 12 Aug 2016 04:13:06 GMT

I am cheaply eclectic. $1.00 white wire waste can .78 cent soap dispenser, in yellow. I do want the beach/bicycle bath acessories from JCP.-------tedEbear

Re: Another decorating question this time bathroom

willdob3 — Fri, 12 Aug 2016 16:30:26 GMT

Having everything match is a bit much for my taste. Currently, my good towels match my throw rug (lavender w/white) and everything else "goes" but doesn't match. My small waste basket is frosted white. Shower curtain is a brighter purple/white but is about to be replaced with solid white.

Re: Another decorating question this time bathroom

lolakimono — Fri, 12 Aug 2016 17:01:48 GMT

@ccassaday

I like to collect things and use non-traditional containers in the bathroom. Right now I have a Polish Stoneware loaf pan that I hold my make up in. It looks sort of like this one-

I have two apple bakers that I use for cotton pads and as a place to soak/store my nightguard.

My toothbrush holder is a handmade spotted mug that I found at Goodwill.

Here is an example of non-traditional-

This is a garlic container, but I would use it for lots of things.

With the lid, it could store cotton balls or puffs, without it you could store make up brushes or toothbrushes.

You could use something like this for lip glosses or pots of eye shadow.

Keep an eye out for kitchen items that can be used in the bath, like these:

An utensil crock can serve double duty- toilet brushes, toilet paper, or hair brushes-

It's much easier to pick things up at Goodwill, T.J. Maxx, or other places and think about how you could repurpose them for the bath.

Here is a "collection" of items that doesn't look too matchy matchy.