Ideas for decorating the downstairs loo
The downstairs loo is a room where you can be bold when it comes to decorating. You don’t spend much time in there and it’s such a small space, making it less of a scary commitment, and the perfect opportunity to be as creative as you like. Here’s some ideas for bringing some joy into this tiny room.
A statement sink
Source: Claybrook
Source: Kast Concrete basins
There’s not much space for furniture in the downstairs loo, which gives you an opportunity to make a statement out of one of the only things in there - the sink.
You could choose a colourful sink, or one made from an unusual material. Alternatively, a bog standard sink with a unique tap can also act as a statement in this small space.
Colour drenching
Source: Nordic Design
Source: North Designs
Colour drenching is the process of painting every single surface in a room the same colour. This works really well in small spaces and creates a little cave of a room whilst bringing some character with colour.
When colour drenching I suggest painting the ceiling, trim and skirting boards for the full effect.
Jazzy wallpaper
Source: LivingETC
Source: Paula Trovaluzci
There are so many creative and unique wallpapers out there, and whilst it might feel like a bit of a risk to use these in your home, the downstairs loo is the perfect place to put some unexpected wallpaper.
Thoughtful lighting
Source: Nicole Mason for Hunker
Source: Katrina Lee
Why go for bog standard downlights when you could add some subtle wall lighting? Adding some additional lighting helps to elevate a space. A backlit mirror adds a soft glow, or wall mounted lighting above or to the side of a mirror is always a useful lighting element in a bathroom.
LED lighting underneath floating furniture helps make a space feel bigger while acting as an additional light source.
Classic panelling
Source: Artichoke
Source: Oak Home Interiors
If you’re less keen on anything too bold in the downstairs loo, panelling is a classic way of adding some texture and interest to a wall without taking up any space. Adding a lip to the top of the panelling also provides some useful surface space.
Wall tiles
Source: Anna Kovalchenko
Source: Wandalust
There’s a wall tile out there to suit everyone’s taste - whether you want classic subway tiles, colourful squares, geometric patterns, or anything in between. You can either bring these half way up the wall, or for a bolder look tile right to the top.
Statement flooring
Source: No Space Like Home
Source: Cle Tile
Because there’s not much space in a downstairs loo, we can make the most of the floor as a design feature. Geometric tiles in particular look great in a small space, when the walls are more pared back this lets the floor act as the statement.
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