Hex tile, clawfoot tubs, porcelain pedestal sinks. These are few of the elements that make up our idea of a "classic" bathroom—the kind you might find in a pre-war apartment or a New England farmhouse.

The nice thing about a classic bathroom is that it's not going to go out of style anytime soon. Materials like subway tile and marble counters are long-lasting and tend to survive the cycle of trends.

If you're looking for a way to add some kick to a timeless space, try brightly painted accent walls, a splash of wallpaper, or a few trendy accessories. A little goes along way. To inspire you, we've rounded up some of our favorite examples from Apartment Therapy house tours. Click through the links below to see the whole house.

FIRST ROW
• 1 Jenika and Robert's 1944 Bungalow Renovation
• 2 Allison and Steve's Bethesda Masterpiece
• 3 Stefanie & Luke's Brooklyn Limestone
• 4 Blythe's Urban Gypsy Inspired Abode
• 5 Joanna and Dave's Arizona Dream Home

SECOND ROW
• 1 Hunter's First Home
• 2 Nellie's New Old Home
• 3 Isabella and Jay Take on Inwood
• 4 Stephen and Todd's Fantastic Mr. Farmhouse
• 5 Martha and Ben's Southern Mix

Photos: Jenika Kurtz, Leah Moss, Annie Werbler, Jess Watson, John Woodcock, Eric Cantrelle of Xdesign, Inc., Jill Slater, Stephen Ellwood, Sarah Coffey

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