50+ White Bathroom Ideas That Are Crisp and Clean

Find inspiration in these dozens of white bathroom ideas that feel like a soothing oasis.

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White Bathrooms We Love (and How to Design Your Own)

Decorating with white may seem like you're playing it safe because it's so easy to match white with other colors. However, when it comes to using white in your bathroom, this hue is anything but boring. From all-white tiles and matching cabinets to splashes of paint and the addition of a decorative accent, the color white can easily transform a bathroom into a spa-like oasis.

There are plenty of white bathroom ideas you can try without resorting to an uninspiring setup or basic finish. Toy with the idea of pairing sleek marble countertops with a striking white vanity, or bringing pops of this bright neutral into a color-charged scheme by way of lush greenery. The possibilities are endless.

Tips for Decorating a White Bathroom

  • Pick your shade: White is white, right? Wrong. You'd be surprised how different an eggshell is from, say, an alabaster. Check out some designer-approved shades of white paint for gorgeous inspiration.
  • Consider your lighting: Natural light pairs well with whites with cooler hues. Alternatively, a warmer white will benefit rooms with artificial lighting.
  • Choose the right finish: While a flat matte finish is certainly attractive, a steamy bathroom might be more suited to a satin, semi-gloss, or high-gloss that is easy to clean and resistant to mold.
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The white color palette in the bathroom of actress Aya Cash's Los Angeles home allows the lush view behind the spacious bathtub to shine.
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Even though this New York City apartment is only 280 square feet, the bathroom doesn't feel cramped, thanks to the white, airy color scheme. Plus, several plants add pops of color and a lush vibe.

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Just because a bathroom is mostly white doesn't mean it has to be one-dimensional or lacking drama. This one combines different white wall coverings (brick and flat tiles).
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At first glance, you might look at the bathroom in this Austin home and think it's simply a chic oasis. However, on further inspection, you'll see that, besides being calming, there's also some visual drama with the black ceiling.
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When the family moved into this historic Amsterdam home, the bathroom hadn't been touched since 1982. So they took on the DIY project of bringing it to the future with white walls and warm terrazzo floors, and complementing the original beams using a wood sideboard as a vanity.
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While this Brooklyn bathroom isn't entirely white (thanks to gorgeous bricks, black-and-white floor tiles, and a wood vanity) it feels super-spacious because of the floor-to-ceiling white subway tiles.