The fact that the marble is carried through to the vanity unit will ensure the space feels larger, too. Note the only-just-discernable horizontal stripes of the marble tiles in this bathroom? This, together with the reflective surfaces and pale colors will make the bathroom feel larger: wider and longer. Introduce texture for interest and warmth We’ve seen customers match a brightly colored bath to a feature wall for a really strong look, while others make a statement by making a metallic bath the star of the show in a more pared back space.’ 17.

Incorporating a freestanding bath in a bold metallic finish really does change the feel of the whole room.

Metallic touches in the bathroom are hugely fashionable at the moment, and bronze gives a real sense of luxury. They’re ideal for creating a focal point and adding structure and glamor to a bathroom scheme. ‘Our burnished and polished bath finishes are a popular option for anyone looking for a luxurious look. So how do you make it work if you don’t want more color added to your scheme? You opt for metallics, as Phil Etherden, Managing Director of The Albion Bath Company (opens in new tab) explains: But it can work really well, and look how this Cavendish Stripe design from Little Greene (opens in new tab) has been hung – both vertically and horizontally – what a clever trick! When we think of decorating our bathrooms, paint and tiles are usually at the forefront of our minds, and bathroom wallpaper ideas tend to get neglected as an option.

(Image credit: The Albion Bath Company / Little Greene)

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