Bathroom Colours 2020
Beautiful Paint Colours to Update an Almond Tub, Toilet or Sink
Partner post: Ideas to Update an Almond Bathroom
Almond bathrooms can be buuuutt-ugly, and I have no problem saying that without worrying about insulting you and your butt-ugly almond bathroom. Why? Because I have owned a butt-ugly almond bathroom, I've felt your exquisite pain. But, I will also clarify that not ALL of them are really that bad, but there are some…whoa.
And because paint is theeasiest and most affordable way to transform any space in your home, you'll want to look at some colour options before making any costly changes involving new bathroom fixtures. So, read on my almond-challenged friend!
First off, let's call it like it is and 'IT' is a light tan
You have to start treating almond as a colour – rather than a 'thing'. In my work as an Online Color Consultant, I often hear '…my almond tub, my bone coloured sink,' but when you think about it, what exactly is almond? Well, almond is a light tan-beige. And that's why it's so darned awkward! If it were a normal beige or tan, it would be dark enough to accommodate a wider range of colours (I mean, what doesn't go with tan, right?)
However, because it's a light tan it can look dirty and dated when placed with the wrong colours. But regardless, once you start treating 'almond' like a colour, you can incorporate it into a colour scheme that complements it – rather than fights with it.
The thing to remember is that there are many 'tan' tubs out there with different undertones. While one person might have a more passive, muted, almost creamy-tan, another will have one with a pink, yellow or yellow-green undertone – with yellow-green being the most COMMON undertone. What this means is that these colours aren't fool-proof with EVERY tan fixture, as there are many manufacturer finishes out there – but they sure are a great place to start!
Paint colours that work with many almond bathroom fixtures
1. Benjamin Moore Kingsport Gray HC 86
Kingsport Gray is a subtle mix of gray and brown, which means it's a greige, however, it does FAVOUR brown over gray.
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While the above photo doesn't have almond fixtures, you can see how nice it would look as the countertop has some of those warm almond-inspired tones in it.
Please keep in mind that I use ONLY my E-Design clients photos on my blog. Sometimes I won't have exactly the photo I need, but I'll do my best to show you what I'm talking about with a photo or 'paint blob'.
Similar colours to sample
These colours will have different undertones and depths but the comparison can help you decide which is BEST with your particular bathroom fixtures.
- Benjamin Moore Iron Gate
- Benjamin Moore Equestrian Gray
- Sherwin Williams Keystone Gray
Read more: The 6 Best Paint Colours for a Bathroom Vanity
Sherwin Williams Mega Greige SW 7031
Mega Greige is a soft medium-toned greige that sits well in a room with tan fixtures and can look gorgeous on a bathroom vanity.
Similar colours to sample
These colours will have different undertones and depths but the comparison can help you decide which is BEST with your particular bathroom fixtures.
- Sherwin Williams Keystone Gray
Sherwin Williams Tony Taupe SW 7038
Tony Taupe is a soft, medium-toned beige-brown, but leans nicely into gray, so it doesn't have a typical golden look to it.
Similar colours to sample
These colours will have different undertones and depths but the comparison can help you decide which is BEST with your particular bathroom fixtures.
- Sherwin Williams Portico
- Benjamin Moore Indian River
- Sherwin Williams Balanced Beige
Read more: The 5 Best Sherwin Williams Beige Paint Colours
Benjamin Moore Smoked Oyster 2109-40
Smoked Oyster is a beautiful blend of purple and a warm gray/greige – a fab colour for some personality! It would be particularly beautiful with some of the travertines out there. However, if you have the yellow-green version of almond fixtures, stay far away, as the purple and yellow-green won't love each other at all! This colour really prefers the more subtle, lighter colour tan fixtures.
Similar colours to sample
These colours will have different undertones and depths but the comparison can help you decide which is BEST with your particular bathroom fixtures.
- Benjamin Moore Stone Harbor
- Benjamin Moore Silver Fox
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Benjamin Moore White Down OC 131
White Down is definitely one of my fave off-white colours as it hits the right note with many tan fixtures. Please note, your tan fixtures WILL be STRONGER than the walls, not by tons, but certainly by some, this will happen with any off-white paint colour. However, it's still a pretty and fresh combo, especially if you support it with the right bathroom decor.
Similar colours to sample
These colours will have different undertones and depths but the comparison can help you decide which is BEST with your particular bathroom fixtures.
- Benjamin Moore Grand Teton White (prettier in real-life than on the Ben site)
- Sherwin Williams Creamy
- Sherwin Williams White Duck
Read more: The 5 Best Cream Paint Colours: Benjamin Moore
Read more: The 5 Best Off-White Paint Colours
Benjamin Moore Revere Pewter HC 172
Revere Pewter is another interesting choice for an almond-inspired bathroom. If you're going for a beachy theme, this soft gray and its subtle green undertone can be enhanced with off-white towels and blue-green accents.
Above, you'll see a Kingsport Gray vanity with BM Revere Pewter walls. Revere can SOMETIMES be a wink muddy/green for some almond fixtures. You can see how they relate here when you look at the shower surround reflected in the mirror.
Similar colours to sample
These colours will have different undertones and depths but the comparison can help you decide which is BEST with your particular bathroom fixtures.
- Sherwin Williams Amazing Gray
- Sherwin Williams Jogging Path
- Benjamin Moore Fieldstone
Read more: Colour Review Benjamin Moore Revere Pewter
Read more: The Best Gray and Greige Paint Colours
A few points to ponder
- You may have noticed that MOST of the above colours are not in the off-white or light range. It's just not a great idea to partner almond fixtures with a colour that's LIGHTER than them – the balance will be off and you'll risk highlighting the fixtures. The exceptions are some creams and tans, as they're warm colours and can layer better
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If you are looking for drama, warmth, interest and personality, then you could paint your walls a darker colour. However, if you don't have a great ventilation system (common in homes with almond fixtures), those dark walls might show the drips after a hot shower. Learn more about paint finishes here. Cream is more forgiving for walls that tend to drip with moisture (that stays there) after a hot shower…
- Cream will give you a lighter and brighter look and allow you the opportunity to accent with browns, blacks and earth-tones. However, with varying shades of almond/bone out there, it can be tricky to find the one that works just right (not all bones were created equal…wink wink). See some beautiful cream paint colours here
Read more: More Ways to Update an Almond Bathroom
Paint Colours that DO NOT Work with Almond Fixtures
White
White or off-white walls will only accent the almond-nessity of your tub and white will make the almond look dirty.
Pink, rose, peach
Any version, whether it's light, medium or dark will look terrible with almond.
Almost any colour that is 'lighter' than the almond colour
Other than a small range of creams, most colours in that range will make almond look dirtier than it is.
Blue and green
These colours can be touch and go in a bathroom.While you can humour some blue/grays or green/grays, be careful that you aren't contrasting too much with the warm tones of your fixtures.
And remember, there are other things to consider in your bathroom, such as your countertop, flooring, exposure and of course, your PERSONAL taste! Be sure that the colour you choose satisfies as many of those as possible.
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Ideas to Update an Almond or Bone Bathroom
Kylie M Interiors Affordable Interior Decorating, Interior Design Blog E-Design, E-Decor and Online Colour Consulting Based in Nanaimo B.C. on Vancouver Island
Originally written in 2016, updated in 2018
Source: https://www.kylieminteriors.ca/the-best-paint-colours-for-an-almond-bathroom/
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