8 Ways to Design a Spectacular Bathroom For Kids
The children's bathroom can look cheerful and transform into a fun space with splashes of colour, accessories and more
You will be surprised to see how design details can transform a child’s bathroom into a fun and creative space that they will love. Consider a full-fledged bathroom renovation or go for a decor that can be changed easily. Here are some ideas to get you going.
Check out this over-the-top submarine-inspired bathroom. An aquatic-themed effect is created with colourful mosaic tiles and the decor effortlessly transports you into a fairytale world.
Note: Installation of colourful tiles is permanent. In case you want to change the look of the bathroom the tiles will have to be ripped off and shall result in major renovation work.
Note: Installation of colourful tiles is permanent. In case you want to change the look of the bathroom the tiles will have to be ripped off and shall result in major renovation work.
2. Paint the vanity
Paint the bathroom cabinet of a neutral-toned bathroom in bright colours. It is an easy way to infuse a refreshing look into the children’s bathroom. Once the child grows older, you can change the colour of the cabinet accordingly.
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Paint the bathroom cabinet of a neutral-toned bathroom in bright colours. It is an easy way to infuse a refreshing look into the children’s bathroom. Once the child grows older, you can change the colour of the cabinet accordingly.
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3. Fun accents
Bring in an element of fun with accent features and accessories. In this all-white bathroom, a lime-green mirror frame, with a matching tumbler and soap dispenser, adds cheer and instantly lifts up the look of the space.
Tip: If you are on a budget, consider painting an existing wooden mirror frame in bright colours.
Bring in an element of fun with accent features and accessories. In this all-white bathroom, a lime-green mirror frame, with a matching tumbler and soap dispenser, adds cheer and instantly lifts up the look of the space.
Tip: If you are on a budget, consider painting an existing wooden mirror frame in bright colours.
Who says that the sanitaryware should only be in shades of ivory or white? Take a look at this neutral-toned bathroom – the lime-green pedestal basin infuses a playful vibe into the space.
In this multi-coloured bathroom, the traffic-light signal looks cute. You can also introduce some bath toys on the bathtub and basin counter.
In this example, an interesting arrow-shaped open shelf is used for the storage of toys and towels. It efficiently works as an accent feature which is highly functional and can be removed once the child outgrows it.
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4. Be bold with walls
A major portion of the bathroom walls is covered with wall tiles and the rest is in wall paint. Solid colours can be used on the walls – this will instantly brighten up the space.
In this bathroom, colourful paint is used on the vanity, the mirror frame and the walls, which can be changed in the near future. Don’t miss the matching towels that complete the look.
A major portion of the bathroom walls is covered with wall tiles and the rest is in wall paint. Solid colours can be used on the walls – this will instantly brighten up the space.
In this bathroom, colourful paint is used on the vanity, the mirror frame and the walls, which can be changed in the near future. Don’t miss the matching towels that complete the look.
5. Incorporate wall art
A children’s bathroom can emerge as a perfect place to incorporate different themes. Paint your child’s favourite theme or cartoon character on the walls and take the design of the bathroom to a whole new level. Make sure that the shower does not splash water directly onto the painted walls and damage them.
A children’s bathroom can emerge as a perfect place to incorporate different themes. Paint your child’s favourite theme or cartoon character on the walls and take the design of the bathroom to a whole new level. Make sure that the shower does not splash water directly onto the painted walls and damage them.
6. Go for decals
How about introducing decals within the design of the bathroom? Decals are easy to apply on painted walls and plain tiles.
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How about introducing decals within the design of the bathroom? Decals are easy to apply on painted walls and plain tiles.
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7. A themed shower curtain
Choose a shower curtain that goes with your child’s favourite theme, which can include animals, sports, cartoon characters and so on. The best part about installing shower curtains is that they are cost-effective and can give a whole new look to the bathroom.
Choose a shower curtain that goes with your child’s favourite theme, which can include animals, sports, cartoon characters and so on. The best part about installing shower curtains is that they are cost-effective and can give a whole new look to the bathroom.
8. Go for 3D flooring
Break away from conventional flooring materials like natural stone or porcelain tiles and introduce 3D epoxy flooring, which creates amazing three-dimensional effects. In this bathroom, an oceanic effect is created by a 3D epoxy floor with realistic images of life-sized fish swimming in the deep.
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Tell us: How have you styled your children’s bathroom? Share some images in Comments below.
Break away from conventional flooring materials like natural stone or porcelain tiles and introduce 3D epoxy flooring, which creates amazing three-dimensional effects. In this bathroom, an oceanic effect is created by a 3D epoxy floor with realistic images of life-sized fish swimming in the deep.
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Tell us: How have you styled your children’s bathroom? Share some images in Comments below.
The children’s bathroom provides a great opportunity to incorporate colourful tiles that can energise the overall look of the bathroom. For younger children combine two or more bright colours of tiles to create an interesting floor and wall pattern, like in this example. Introduce neutral and pastel tiles for older children.
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