Do you dream of relaxing in a beautiful vintage bathroom after a hard day's work? It is high time to take the leap and make your project a reality. The retro decoration will provide a relaxing and pleasant atmosphere to this room while making it trendy. Because don't forget that vintage has become very fashionable again. Here are some tips and tricks to bring such a style to your bathroom.
To establish a vintage style in your bathroom, the bathtub will be the central element. It is essential to bet on an island bathtub on feet which is perfect to bring a chic and retro atmosphere at the same time. It has the advantage of integrating everywhere since it comes in different sizes. Small rooms will accommodate 105 x 70 cm bathtubs while larger spaces can be brightened up with a 190 x 80 cm or larger bathtub. Be careful, there is no question of making a mistake about the choice of material. Bathtubs found in vintage bathrooms are usually cast iron.
This material is easy to maintain, resists shocks and scratches and offers good insulation so that water does not cool quickly. If you haven't found a cast iron bathtub, acrylic can also do the trick. It is good insulator and in addition, it is light. Regarding the style of the bathtub, all shapes are allowed:round, rectangular, asymmetrical, square, etc. The feet must also be selected with care, as they provide an undeniable decorative touch. Bet on the sculptural models representing a tree leaf, eagle claws, lion's feet or rooster's feet.
For the retro atmosphere to be at its best, bet on the right materials in your bathroom. Exit on overly contemporary decorations and make way for a luxurious, even rococo style. As a floor covering, choose tiles, preferably in black and white. Nothing better to give an air of yesteryear to the room. On the walls, the choices are multiple. The earthenware seems to be adapted to illuminate the places. Go for vibrant, dark colors like black, burgundy, or brown. Otherwise, marble also remains a safe bet. Both timeless and resolutely elegant, it comes in small touches so as not to hurt your budget. Regarding sanitary facilities such as the sink, choose ceramic, which is a quality and resistant material. In terms of decoration, wrought iron and copper elements are to be preferred. Gold details should also be part of your bathroom.
Do not neglect the colors to accentuate the vintage spirit of your bathroom. Pastel tones are to be favored like sky blue and pale pink, just to recall the 50s. Otherwise, go for lighter tones like beige or white which bring softness to the atmosphere. . Patterned wallpapers are also welcome.
Complete your vintage decoration with the right accessories. The copper and gold colored light fixtures and rounded shape will provide an industrial style. At the level of the mirrors, it is preferable that they are equipped with golden borders. As another idea, how about using an old teapot as a toothbrush holder or even a mercury soap dish? As decorations, choose old perfume bottles.
Your vintage bathroom should also be brightened up with antique furniture that you will not hesitate to divert. An old storage space unearthed from the flea market next door can be used as a closet for linens. The buffet recovered from your parents meanwhile will gladly turn into a pretty basin. In decoration, the only limit will be your imagination.
