How to Decorate a Bathroom With a Gray Toilet

Decorating bathrooms in older apartments and houses can be a challenge when they have fixtures in old-fashioned colors. A little bit of creativity can help to incorporate these outdated items into a trendier look. First, stand back and get the overall feel of the room. Research current trends in bathroom décor to see what can be adapted for your room. A 1950s-style gray toilet can fit into a retro design or something entirely fresh and new.

White wall paint
Slate floor tiles
White ceiling paint (light-reflective)
Graphic shower curtain
Wicker furniture accents
Silver toiletry articles

Instructions

- 1
  Remove all items from the bathroom to see its fundamental structure. Notice if the room is too narrow. Consider opening it up with a light color on the walls.
- 2
  Tear up old tile and install a dark slate floor tile to enhance the gray of the fixtures and add a more upscale, modern look.
- 3
  Repaint a low ceiling with a white, light-reflecting paint to create more bounces of light to counteract the dull gray.
- 4
  Paint walls white and add black towels, rugs and accents to provide graduation of tone to the gray toilet.
- 5
  Add a graphic printed shower curtain that contains small amounts of gray in the pattern.
- 6
  Add a white wicker hamper, shelf or table to add natural materials and warmth to the room.
- 7
  Add silver or chrome accent pieces such as picture frames, soap dishes and other toiletry articles to repeat the gray color while adding light reflection to the room.

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