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Bathroom renovation - good combo?!! need advice, again ♀️

2 years ago

Hey all my design gurus!!!

Not a pro here but here I (my indecisive self) am asking for for advice again…lol

I don’t want to make a bad bathroom decision!

Going to put these tiles in and a new floating vanity…. Any other suggestions feel free! Here’s a picture of the bathroom we’ll be renovating also..

Comments (33)

  • PRO
    2 years ago
    last modified: 2 years ago

    It's a powder room or a bathroom, which? in full view of a front entry that seems to have a light tile floor? Why not repeat that tile if still available? ( Otherwise? More contrast, and darker would be better)

    A smashing wallpaper could be nice.

    Getting in the habit of closing the toilet lid would be VERY good........

  • 2 years ago

    I don't like that stone-look tile. It looks dirty.

    I wouldn't want a vanity that barely has any counter space to place a soap dispenser or tissue box.

  • 2 years ago

    Are the new tiles going on the floor or walls or both?

  • PRO
    2 years ago

    I agree with chispa about the dirty looking tile. Would personally prefer tile with a cleaner look. This appears to be a powder room instead of a full bath. I usually suggest that powder rooms are where you should really get wild with design. It is a perfect place for bold wallpaper, drenched color and wonderful textures.

  • 2 years ago

    They’re only going on the floor ….having a tough time deciding what tiles! However I love the checkered look

  • 2 years ago

    It's difficult to say without sample tiles in your space next to the hallway tiles, but it could be a "near miss" look. The checkered tile appears cooler than your hall tile on my monitor.


    If you can't extend the hall tile into the half bath (floor continuity is preferred), then I'd opt for a contrasting darker tile to avoid a matching, but near miss outcome. I see a curved archway and traditional style door beyond the bath so your home is traditional/transitional in style? Perhaps a herringbone layout though that vanity obviously leans very modern.

  • PRO
    2 years ago

    I am not sure what you are working with is this a full bath or a powder room ? I rarely like square tiles and for sure not buy ones like those You have tile outside this space show us those a bit closer . So a bit more info for sure .

  • 2 years ago

    1. It seems you already started another post about this and that you have already purchased these floor tiles. Is that correct? If so, take them out of the box and lay them out in a diamond checkerboard pattern in here and take another picture to show us. I don't love the random orange looking tiles in the picture. How many of them are in your box?


    2. I think the size of your vanity is fine. You can certainly put hand soap on it and the drawers will give you good storage. It looks like the white top might clash with your toilet color. Are you going to replace the toilet or leave it? Is it cream rather than white? Can't tell from the pic.


    3. What wall color and mirror do you want? Will you be adding other lighting or just using the current overhead?


  • PRO
    2 years ago

    18x18 tiles might be too large for this space.

    You might want to consider porcelain instead of ceramic tiles

    Change your toilet to white and ELONGATED NOT round.



  • 2 years ago

    Yes the toilet and mirror will definitely be changed!

  • 2 years ago

    Wall color is still undecided ..we will not be putting tiles on the wall

  • 2 years ago

    And maybe a dumb question but why porcelain over ceramic?

  • 2 years ago

    Oooooh my, Even if it was just cleaned?!?!

  • 2 years ago

    Can you say if you already purchased these floor tiles?

  • 2 years ago

    I did purchase them but haven’t received them yet

  • PRO
    2 years ago

    If you're changing everything, then could you post an inspiration photo? What look are you going for? I'm seeing a disconnect between the modern vanity/sink and the rustic looking tiles.

  • 2 years ago

    Ahhh I think you’ll regret asking that haha so I originally bought 12x12 black and white tiles but then I got nervous because I’m a little worried that I won’t be happy with the outcome or maybe it would be to much ….this picture was my inspo (the calcatta vanity is out of my price range) but I liked the floating vanity idea..I’m also attaching a picture of tiles that I currently have boxed in my garage lol

  • PRO
    2 years ago
    last modified: 2 years ago

    Help me.

    You have two tiles. One on the way, and one in boxes in the garage. You like burning money?

    Use the black and white, get a smashing wall paper. Get a new vanity . Yes, DO please close the darn lid on the potty or tell us you did, because planet earth need not peer into it, clean or otherwise. It has a lid, for a reason.

  • 2 years ago

    @jan …. Thank god for returns. Obviously renovating our home is a big decision for me so I’d like for it to be perfect hence all the tiles. We’ve covered the toilet situation already - thanks though! I’ll be sure to post an after …new toilet, with the toilet seat down, sheesh.

  • 2 years ago

    Do guests who spend the night use that bathroom? If so the lack of counter space at the sink is a problem I’ve encountered and don’t recommend it.

  • 2 years ago

    Nope guests will not be using it

  • PRO
    2 years ago

    Your inspiration photo is gorgeous. The walls and trim are quite traditional, the fixtures are more modern, but it all works. I'd go for the black and white in a heartbeat over the first ones you posted. Use the vanity you like, and then paint the walls that green. Or do wainscoting on the bottom and wallpaper above. Unlaquered brass faucet and accessories, and you're done.

  • 2 years ago
    last modified: 2 years ago

    Have you purchased the vanity yet? I really like this size of the piece, that it floats, and the storage, it but I am not getting the wood with the black and white or grey and white. Your inspiration pic is wonderful, and while I'm sure you know that you are not going to get that exact look, I'd hate for you to assemble all of these pieces and realize that it misses the mark by a lot. Did you try to find a floating vanity with a dark wood, or in black, or grey, even white?


    Check out this post about using 12x12 diamond checker board in a small bathroom.

    https://stefanasilber.com/checkerboard-floor/


    Look at this pic. Pay attention to the sliver of wood flooring at the bottom of the pic. I just don't get anything from seeing the light wood and grey and white checks. Plus, the grey of your tile is even more washed out than this black-ish grey marble.



    And dear lord, enough toilet lid scolding. Please people. Chill.

  • 2 years ago

    Well thanks Diana and Kendrah! My mind is heading in the right direction now lol …just confused about the vanity now… I thought It matched the black and white but I guess my eye is off lol …

    searches for a different vanity now loll

    I really appreciate your help….Not at the house this week but I’ll be sure to post some pics of the tile examples laid out ….toilet seat down haha

    And *affordable (1k budget) floating vanity recommendations are welcome! 😏

  • 2 years ago

    And by the way that article was so so helpful thank you!

  • 2 years ago

    The black and white tile will be awesome. Bold is so fun in a powder room.

  • 2 years ago

    Ok so what do we think about these vanity’s instead …or am I just to far out now lol does this vanity go well with the black and white tile…

    I’m so stuck lol

  • 2 years ago

    I like the dark wood vanity. I know storage is not your concern here but it looks like it holds a lot too, which is never a bad thing.

  • 2 years ago

    The white has storage as well (which is definitely a plus- always need extra storage space) I think I like the dark better also just hoping it goes well with the black and white tiles …thank you!

  • 2 years ago

    Ok so whatttt do we think about the tiles? Lol does it go well with the tiles in the hallway ahhhh I hope so

  • 2 years ago

    Another picture

  • 2 years ago

    Orrrrrrr these tiles loll