Bring the Timeless Beauty of Mother-of-Pearl Into Your Bathroom
Discover 5 ways to elevate your bathroom decor with the elegance and glamour of mother-of-pearl
Mother-of-pearl can bring an opulent and classic look to any interior. This rich pearl finish is made of nacre – the innermost layer of the shell produced by certain molluscs. Its surface has a unique luminosity that creates a stunning texture. Being a natural material, every piece is different and lends character to the decor.
Bathrooms are a great place to bring in this material. Just small touches of mother-of-pearl can create beautiful accents. Take a look at some inspiring ways.
Bathrooms are a great place to bring in this material. Just small touches of mother-of-pearl can create beautiful accents. Take a look at some inspiring ways.
Introduce it as a mosaic wall
In this space, mother-of-pearl heightens the sense of luxury when used as a splashback for the sink. The shimmer of the tiles adds a dash of glamour to the soft ambience created by the wall paper.
In this space, mother-of-pearl heightens the sense of luxury when used as a splashback for the sink. The shimmer of the tiles adds a dash of glamour to the soft ambience created by the wall paper.
The 3D effect and shine of this material adds depth to this all-brown bathroom. The reflective properties of this material light up a niche that might have remained a dark corner otherwise.
Tip: Consider accessorising your space with mother-of-pearl knobs or inlay work.
Tip: Consider accessorising your space with mother-of-pearl knobs or inlay work.
As a mirror frame
Introduce a mother-of-pearl mosaic as a border around a mirror frame. The mosaic tiles allow you to have any organic, oval or circular shape for a mirror frame. Even a little bit of mother-of-pearl exudes a subtle lustre that is enough to lift a space.
Introduce a mother-of-pearl mosaic as a border around a mirror frame. The mosaic tiles allow you to have any organic, oval or circular shape for a mirror frame. Even a little bit of mother-of-pearl exudes a subtle lustre that is enough to lift a space.
As a washbasin
How about installing a mother-of-pearl washbasin? See how the eye goes straight to the basins in these bathrooms. Such elements can be the piece de resistance of the decor of your bathroom.
Tip: Mother-of-pearl is composed of calcium carbonate, so avoid acid cleaners that may react with the material and damage the surface. Routine cleaning should include a gentle wipe with a soft cloth; for grime within the washbasin, use a soft brush and warm soapy water.
How about installing a mother-of-pearl washbasin? See how the eye goes straight to the basins in these bathrooms. Such elements can be the piece de resistance of the decor of your bathroom.
Tip: Mother-of-pearl is composed of calcium carbonate, so avoid acid cleaners that may react with the material and damage the surface. Routine cleaning should include a gentle wipe with a soft cloth; for grime within the washbasin, use a soft brush and warm soapy water.
Milano 4-Piece Bath Accessory Set, Mother Of Pearl
Through accessories
Use mother-of-pearl in bathroom accessories like soap holders, dispensers, vanity knobs and so on. I love how tiny additions and small pieces can give a glamorous touch. There is such richness in this material that even the smallest item can make a difference.
Read more:
10 Droolworthy Bathrooms on Houzz
How to Create a Lavish Bathroom
Tell us:
Have you used mother-of-pearl in your bathroom? Tell us how in the Comments section below.
Use mother-of-pearl in bathroom accessories like soap holders, dispensers, vanity knobs and so on. I love how tiny additions and small pieces can give a glamorous touch. There is such richness in this material that even the smallest item can make a difference.
Read more:
10 Droolworthy Bathrooms on Houzz
How to Create a Lavish Bathroom
Tell us:
Have you used mother-of-pearl in your bathroom? Tell us how in the Comments section below.
Take a look at the elegant combination of marble tiles and mother-of-pearl as accent borders. Together they make an interesting grid and play wonderfully against each other. The rich layering of textures exudes opulence in this all-white space and takes the floor design to a whole new level.
Tip: Consider mother-of-pearl for embellishing the flooring of the mandir (prayer room) or any no-shoe zone. This is a delicate material that is prone to scratches.