Victorian Bathroom with Grey Walls Ideas and Designs
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This master bath remodel is the cat's meow for more than one reason! The materials in the room are soothing and give a nice vintage vibe in keeping with the rest of the home. We completed a kitchen remodel for this client a few years’ ago and were delighted when she contacted us for help with her master bath!
The bathroom was fine but was lacking in interesting design elements, and the shower was very small. We started by eliminating the shower curb which allowed us to enlarge the footprint of the shower all the way to the edge of the bathtub, creating a modified wet room. The shower is pitched toward a linear drain so the water stays in the shower. A glass divider allows for the light from the window to expand into the room, while a freestanding tub adds a spa like feel.
The radiator was removed and both heated flooring and a towel warmer were added to provide heat. Since the unit is on the top floor in a multi-unit building it shares some of the heat from the floors below, so this was a great solution for the space.
The custom vanity includes a spot for storing styling tools and a new built in linen cabinet provides plenty of the storage. The doors at the top of the linen cabinet open to stow away towels and other personal care products, and are lighted to ensure everything is easy to find. The doors below are false doors that disguise a hidden storage area. The hidden storage area features a custom litterbox pull out for the homeowner’s cat! Her kitty enters through the cutout, and the pull out drawer allows for easy clean ups.
The materials in the room – white and gray marble, charcoal blue cabinetry and gold accents – have a vintage vibe in keeping with the rest of the home. Polished nickel fixtures and hardware add sparkle, while colorful artwork adds some life to the space.
Story Hill Renovations LLCThis was a dated and rough space when we began. The plumbing was leaking and the tub surround was failing. The client wanted a bathroom that complimented the era of the home without going over budget. We tastefully designed the space with an eye on the character of the home and budget. We save the sink and tub from the recycling bin and refinished them both. The floor was refreshed with a good cleaning and some grout touch ups and tile replacement using tiles from under the toilet.
Finesse Design RemodelingLocated within a circa 1900 Victorian home in the historic Capitol Hill neighborhood of Washington DC, this elegantly renovated bathroom offers a soothing respite for guests. Features include a furniture style vanity, coordinating medicine cabinet from Rejuvenation, a custom corner shower with diamond patterned tiles, and a clawfoot tub situated under niches clad in waterjet marble and glass mosaics.
Du Bois Design LtdA classical pretty blue, grey and white bathroom designed for two young children.
This is an example of a medium sized victorian bathroom in Auckland with a claw-foot bath, a built-in shower, grey tiles, metro tiles, grey walls, cement flooring, blue floors, a hinged door, white worktops, blue cabinets, a console sink and flat-panel cabinets.
This is an example of a medium sized victorian bathroom in Auckland with a claw-foot bath, a built-in shower, grey tiles, metro tiles, grey walls, cement flooring, blue floors, a hinged door, white worktops, blue cabinets, a console sink and flat-panel cabinets.
Hudson Valley Tile InstallationCharlie Schikowitz
Inspiration for a medium sized victorian shower room bathroom in New York with an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, grey walls, ceramic flooring, white floors and a hinged door.
Inspiration for a medium sized victorian shower room bathroom in New York with an alcove shower, a two-piece toilet, grey walls, ceramic flooring, white floors and a hinged door.
TT RenovationsPhoto of a medium sized victorian ensuite bathroom in Indianapolis with recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, grey tiles, metro tiles, grey walls, porcelain flooring, a submerged sink, marble worktops and a corner shower.
Carl Mattison DesignA second view of the hall bathroom. White subway tile and hex floor tile harkens back to the early 1900s when the home was built and pairs well with the original summer kitchen sink that was reclaimed and refinished.
Rachel Reider InteriorsThis is the powder room with herringbone marble tile on the floor and a silver footed tub. The walls are papered and the millwork is custom.
Photography by: Michael Partenio
Wise Choice PropertiesThe first of 4 bathrooms features a simple hex tile with a black dot. The black and white theme is carried over to the tub surround.
Inspiration for a victorian bathroom in Jacksonville with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove bath, black and white tiles, grey walls, ceramic flooring and marble worktops.
Inspiration for a victorian bathroom in Jacksonville with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, an alcove bath, black and white tiles, grey walls, ceramic flooring and marble worktops.
Stephen T. Terhune, ArchitectModern touches with up-to-date appointments make this a comfortable, striking master bath.
Expansive victorian ensuite bathroom in Baltimore with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a freestanding bath, beige tiles, porcelain tiles, grey walls, travertine flooring, granite worktops and an alcove shower.
Expansive victorian ensuite bathroom in Baltimore with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a freestanding bath, beige tiles, porcelain tiles, grey walls, travertine flooring, granite worktops and an alcove shower.
In Bloom InteriorsPhoto of a medium sized victorian bathroom in Boston with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble worktops, black and white tiles, ceramic tiles, grey walls and ceramic flooring.
APE Architecture and Design Ltd.Peter Landers
This is an example of a small victorian bathroom in London with a wall mounted toilet, white tiles, grey walls, ceramic flooring, multi-coloured floors, a console sink and metro tiles.
This is an example of a small victorian bathroom in London with a wall mounted toilet, white tiles, grey walls, ceramic flooring, multi-coloured floors, a console sink and metro tiles.
Corvallis Custom Kitchens & BathsVictorian ensuite bathroom in Portland with grey cabinets, a freestanding bath, a two-piece toilet, white tiles, metro tiles, grey walls, ceramic flooring, a submerged sink, engineered stone worktops, multi-coloured floors, a hinged door and white worktops.
Corvallis Custom Kitchens & BathsPhoto of a victorian ensuite bathroom in Portland with grey cabinets, a freestanding bath, a two-piece toilet, white tiles, metro tiles, grey walls, ceramic flooring, a submerged sink, engineered stone worktops, multi-coloured floors, a hinged door and white worktops.
STEPHEN FLETCHER ARCHITECTSHere are a couple of examples of bathrooms at this project, which have a 'traditional' aesthetic. All tiling and panelling has been very carefully set-out so as to minimise cut joints.
Built-in storage and niches have been introduced, where appropriate, to provide discreet storage and additional interest.
Photographer: Nick Smith
Rowlands Associates Inc.We attempted to show the original Victorian Stained Glass window to it's full effect in the new design.
Design ideas for a victorian bathroom in Toronto with a freestanding bath, open cabinets, white cabinets, grey tiles, mosaic tiles, grey walls and marble flooring.
Design ideas for a victorian bathroom in Toronto with a freestanding bath, open cabinets, white cabinets, grey tiles, mosaic tiles, grey walls and marble flooring.
Copper Leaf Interior Design StudioRick Lee Photo
Inspiration for a large victorian ensuite bathroom in Other with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a claw-foot bath, a double shower, a two-piece toilet, beige tiles, porcelain tiles, grey walls, porcelain flooring, a built-in sink, quartz worktops, grey floors, a sliding door and grey worktops.
Inspiration for a large victorian ensuite bathroom in Other with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a claw-foot bath, a double shower, a two-piece toilet, beige tiles, porcelain tiles, grey walls, porcelain flooring, a built-in sink, quartz worktops, grey floors, a sliding door and grey worktops.
Story Hill Renovations LLCThis was a dated and rough space when we began. The plumbing was leaking and the tub surround was failing. The client wanted a bathroom that complimented the era of the home without going over budget. We tastefully designed the space with an eye on the character of the home and budget. We save the sink and tub from the recycling bin and refinished them both. The floor was refreshed with a good cleaning and some grout touch ups and tile replacement using tiles from under the toilet.
Shoreline Architecture & DesignZecchini Photography
This is an example of a medium sized victorian ensuite bathroom in Other with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a double shower, a two-piece toilet, grey tiles, porcelain tiles, grey walls, porcelain flooring, a submerged sink and granite worktops.
This is an example of a medium sized victorian ensuite bathroom in Other with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a double shower, a two-piece toilet, grey tiles, porcelain tiles, grey walls, porcelain flooring, a submerged sink and granite worktops.
The Tile ShopCreate a luxurious marble-like look in any room with these Carrara Gris ceramic tiles. Create an elegant accent with Hampton Brookfield Marble mosaic tile and the Octagon Matte White with Black tile.
Victorian Bathroom with Grey Walls Ideas and Designs
Whether you’re doing a bathroom renovation or just a refresh; making your victorian bathroom design brighter, cleaner and more attractive will make you feel happier to use it every day. If your bathroom is a small space in your home where you don’t spend much time, it’s time to think about alternatives. Browse the pictures to find inspiring bathroom ideas on Houzz, including stylish vanities, fancy toilets, taps, shower tiling, as well as storage ideas for small bathrooms. 
Shelves and shelving units, like ladder shelves, will give you extra space without taking up too much floor space. Also look for wire, wicker or fabric baskets, large and small, to store items under or next to the sink, or even on the wall. 
The sink, the mirror, shower and/or bath are the places where you might want the clearest and strongest light. You can use these if you want it to be bright and clear. Otherwise, you might want to look at some soft, ambient lighting in the form of chandeliers, short pendants or wall lamps. You could use accent lighting around your victorian bath in the form to create a tranquil, spa feel, as well. 
How do I find victorian bathroom ideas for my renovation?
If you’re starting your bathroom renovation from scratch, or ripping out and starting again, then once you’ve sorted the plan and the plumbing you’ll need to think about what kind of ideas you’d like. The easiest option is to get inspiration from bathroom professionals. However, if you’ve dreamt of a roll-top bath or a walk-in shower with heating at, then you might want to take longer looking for each item individually. Choosing all white elements will obviously tie everything together, but also think about the style you’re going for – ultra modern taps will clash with traditional Victorian-style wash basins. And it’s probably good to consider your flooring or surfaces, and walls to make sure everything will complement. Take a look through the different styles of bathroom designs on Houzz to get some inspiration. How do I select the right victorian bathroom decor & furniture?
Selecting victorian bathroom decor such as cabinets, mirrors, shelves or other furniture for bathrooms can be tricky. You want to consider the storage they offer while also making sure they make an attractive feature as you enter your bathroom. Don’t forget you need them to be durable and withstand the damp conditions, e.g. if you’re going for a painted cabinet make sure the paint is suitable for baths. For medicine cabinets you will find most have mirrored fronts, but you can find extra features such as clocks and shaving sockets built-in.What victorian bathroom storage ideas should I look at?
While bathroom storage ideas is not the first thing you think of when it comes to bathrooms, you’ll be surprised at how much difference it makes when your bathroom is organised – specially if you’re dealing with a small bathroom, this is essential. We all know how accessories like bottles, toiletries, lotions and potions can pile up next to the bath. And where to put the cotton buds, painkillers, plasters, other medicine, creams and sanitary products? That’s not even considering using your bathroom as a place to store your towels and bathrobes. The first thing to consider when reviewing bathroom ideas is if you can invest in built-in bathroom storage. Large vanity units will have drawers and compartments to store a great number of toiletries and bathroom necessities, and if your bathroom or cloakroom has room for a built-in cupboard you can start storing small accessories and larger items there. If you can’t do anything on this scale, you could investigate built-in storage around the bath or look at less permanent options. Shelves and shelving units, like ladder shelves, will give you extra space without taking up too much floor space. Also look for wire, wicker or fabric baskets, large and small, to store items under or next to the sink, or even on the wall. What's the best ideas for lighting?
Water and electricity don’t mix, so make sure your bathroom lights are safe, first and foremost. There are actually regulations around what type of light fittings you can use and where – IP67 rating lights for submerged areas e.g. inside baths and sinks (Zone 0); IP65 for any area above a shower or bath (Zone 1); and IP44 rating for anything 0.6m from a bath or basin (Zone 2). After you’ve made sure your light fittings are safe and to-code, you can consider the type and style you’d like as your working through your victorian bathroom ideas. The sink, the mirror, shower and/or bath are the places where you might want the clearest and strongest light. You can use these if you want it to be bright and clear. Otherwise, you might want to look at some soft, ambient lighting in the form of chandeliers, short pendants or wall lamps. You could use accent lighting around your victorian bath in the form to create a tranquil, spa feel, as well. Bathroom tiles – what should I go for?
It’s rare to find bathrooms without tiles. Although it can be done with panelling, materials like tadelakt, waterproof paint, wallpaper or well-treated wood; bathroom tiles are so copious and easy to apply that it’s hard to avoid going with tiles in the bathroom. The great thing is that both floor tiles and wall tiles come in a huge variety of sizes, styles, colours and patterns, so you can remodel your room completely with whatever tile choices fit with your victorian bathroom ideas. When it comes to flooring, tiles will be durable, easy to clean and deal well with water, but if you want something different you could go with modern concrete, traditional or country-style treated wooden floorboards, or a bit more quirky bamboo, cork or vinyl. What to do with small victorian bathrooms?
The best small bathroom ideas will maximise the space you have. From installing a bidet to simple decorative tips there are plenty of things you can do to make it look bigger. Recessed shelves can make a huge difference both visually and practically to victorian small bathrooms, so if you are able to have these installed when your walls are being renovated you could add some to your shower or sink area. You could choose pale colours and iridescent tiles that reflect the light, keep walls and ceilings the same colour and texture, and use complementary shades throughout the bathroom– fewer contrasts and transitions will help maintain the sense of space. Floating bathroom units also draw the eye to visible floor space underneath them, and clear glass shower screens will keep the room feeling open and airy. Finishing touches like artfully placed large mirrors will also make small bathrooms appear more expansive.1