How do you decorate a small bathroom?
To decorate a small bathroom, use light colours, one large mirror, warm lighting and open, tidy storage. Keep decor to a few items you love and remove the rest. The room already has hard surfaces, so soft textures like towels and a rug do most of the work.
Colour and walls
Light, warm tones make a small bathroom feel larger. If you want colour, use it on one wall or on the door. Choose bathroom-rated paint, which resists moisture, and check the finish before you buy.
Mirrors and lighting
A large mirror doubles the light. Put lighting on both sides of the mirror rather than only above it, since side lighting is more even. Warm bulbs are kinder to skin tones.
Storage that looks good
A shelf, a wall cabinet or a ladder shelf keeps the floor clear. Decant products into matching bottles, and keep only daily items on show. A basket for spare towels is decorative and practical.
Textiles
Choose towels in two or three colours from the same palette. A cotton or bamboo bath mat and a simple shower curtain complete the look without effort.
Plants that cope with humidity
Ferns, peace lilies and spider plants tolerate steam. If light is low, a good artificial plant is an honest alternative.
Wall decor
Framed prints in a wipeable frame, a small shelf with a candle, or a single piece of art all work. Keep pieces away from the shower itself.
Update it without renovating
1. Repaint the walls.
2. Change the taps and handles.
3. Replace the mirror.
4. Swap the light fitting.
5. Add new towels, a rug and a plant.
See it before you paint
Upload a bathroom photo to [ThinkDecor](/ai-room-redesign) to preview a new colour scheme. Our guides to [hallway](/blog/hallway-decor-ideas) and [kitchen decor](/blog/kitchen-decor-ideas) have more tips for small, busy spaces.
