A tropical-themed bathroom can be fun for the kids, or it can transform your bathroom in to a relaxing tropical paradise. Whether you have a small bathroom that just needs to be brightened up a bit or a large bath that you wish to completely renovate, the ideas below will help you achieve the fresh look.
Choosing a color theme
Using the right colors is essential in creating a tropical appeal. Whether you want a look that is bright and energizing or one that is soothing, color sets the mood.
If your desire is to inject lots of fresh energy into the room, use bright shades such as orange, lemon yellow and lime green. Coral and hot pink are colors you may want to consider if you desire a more feminine touch.
For a soothing, relaxing look consider soft blues, sand shades and the rich gold shades that call Hawaii to mind.
Fabrics add to the tropical mood
In tropical decorating you want to use natural elements and fabrics. Bamboo, glass and woven grass blinds for the windows increase the island appeal. A bamboo laundry hamper, waste basket and magazine rack are nice accents; when it comes to lighting, consider capiz shell fixtures which will add to the elegant tropical atmosphere.
Accents complete the look
The accents you use in your tropical bathroom will add depth and further appeal to the island theme. Consider botanical prints for the walls, depicting coconuts, palm trees and island scenes. Brushed gold wall sconces add elegance and dress things up a bit. A grouping of pillar candles adds a spa-like atmosphere and certain types of plants bring to mind lush tropical foliage.
Keep the floor in your bathroom light for the best effect. Ceramic tiles or linoleum in light shades work perfectly. Bath and toilet rugs should blend with the shower curtain you choose. Choose one color from the pattern in your shower curtain, and use that color for rugs, towels and other materials in the room.
A tropical theme can be fun or luxurious and inviting. Depending on which look you desire, consider fish, tropical island patterns, and even antique boat models. Fish netting and striped beach towels are other choices you may want to employ.
Natural textures and the elements from outdoors come together to create a look that can be bright and fun, or totally relaxing and elegant. Think bamboo, shells, ocean blue, coconuts, and palm trees – all things you would find if you were to actually visit a tropical island. Thumb through magazines and you will find many creative ideas that will help you design the perfect look for your bathroom!
Imagine relaxing in a hot bubble bath, candles lit, surrounded by the peaceful and serene scenery of a tropical island paradise. This room will be your favorite of all, and one you will look forward to at the end of the day. Not to mention how impressed your guests will be by your creative touch.
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