7 Beautiful Ways to Decorate Your Bathroom Walls

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Sarah Lyon
Sarah Lyon
Sarah Lyon is a freelance writer based in New York City who covers interior design and lifestyle content. She is constantly on the hunt for eye-catching pieces to add to her space and believes that a home is never truly finished being styled.
published Jul 16, 2019
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You’ve mastered that pesky living room gallery wall and finally selected a beautiful piece of art for the dining nook, but what about your bathroom? There’s a good chance your bathroom walls might be feeling a little plain these days, and you just don’t know where to begin.

The good thing is that you can’t really go wrong, whether you’re looking to hang a wall full of photos or keep the decor minimal. We’ve pulled inspiration from several outstanding past home tours that will get your gears turning in no time!

1. Gallery Glamour

They say a picture’s worth a thousand words, and a gallery wall in your bathroom will leave guests speechless. Whether you like uniformed grids or free-spirited walls, this design trick won’t disappoint. Go ahead frame those vacation photos you’ve been meaning to post or hang an artful print from a flea market. And if you want to take your new bathroom gallery wall to the next level, add some plants to the mix à la this maximalist pad.

2. Chalk it Up

Why write messages on the bathroom stall when you can share notes and drawings on a chalkboard wall like this one? This would be super cute in a child’s space—featuring friendly reminders like “wash your hands” and “brush your teeth!”—but we think adult visitors would get a kick out of it, too. Let this Oakland abode inspire your next DIY project.

Credit: Lauren Kolyn

3. The Tiled Treatment

If you’re able to do a major revamp, look to Vanessa Sicotte’s tile wall for inspiration! It majorly ups this bathroom’s luxe factor and adds tons of warmth to the space. Pick a pattern that resonates most with you; the options are endless.

4. Wonder Wall(paper)

Patterned wallpaper is all the rage, and bathrooms are the perfect place to start if you’re skeptical about the re-emerging trend—plus, you can even opt for a removable option! Pick a pattern that will make you smile every time you walk in to wash your face, like the floral style in this cheery rental.

5. Energetic Eclectism

As this UK rental proves, you don’t need a big space to make a statement. If your home is eclectic and full of color and life, why stop in the bathroom? This small room is full of sassy prints, photos, and even a macrame hanging.

6. Sleek Simplicity

“Ssimple” certainly doesn’t have to mean boring. This cozy Michigan house tour oozes understated glamour with a sleek, gilded mirror and well-appointed light fixture. Sometimes, less truly is more.

7. Bring on the Drama

Take a cue from this Tennessee house tour add a pop of paint! A bathroom offers a unique opportunity to use a color you may not normally gravitate toward and experiment with your style. This black bathroom looks super sophisticated and moody with its mix of dark walls, brass hardware, and vintage-looking art.