A black bathroom makes a bold, striking choice and offers an opportunity to create a chic and timeless sanctuary at home. From walls to fixtures, black can be introduced in various ways, such as through paint, tiles, or wallpapers.
Pair black with white or accent it with colors like retro pink and fresh greens to achieve a balanced look. For an all-black setting, ensure a mix of textures and finishes to add depth, and incorporate metallics and reflective surfaces to effectively distribute light.
Check out these stylish black bathroom ideas that show you how versatile and alluring a black bathroom can be.
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of 29Accent With Wallpaper
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Break up all-black walls with a band of wallpaper to keep the dark color from overwhelming, like this bathroom by Perkinson Homes. Note the brass and silver faucet that’s installed through the mirror, increasing the reflective effect.
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of 29Use Bronze Accents
Credit: Chrissy & Co
This black bathroom by Chrissy & Co combines modern and traditional features for a personalized look. A small chandelier and distressed-looking mirror frame blend perfectly into the modern, black background of this powder room. The neutral pedestal sink could suit either of these styles and really ties the room together.
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of 29Stay Traditional
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This bathroom from Palmer Todd shows off its traditional style with a black double vanity and large cabinets on either side. Modern light fixtures and minimal faucets give the space a touch of contemporary style. Colorful pink accessories pop against the monochromatic background.
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of 29Accent With Plants
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This all-black bathroom from Wood Melbourne feels balanced thanks to the low-hanging light fixtures, plentiful green plants, and a floating light wood cabinet.
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of 29Add European Flair
Credit: L’Interior
A gauzy black draped curtain marks the entrance to this European-inspired bathroom, designed by L’Interior. Damask tile marks the two sinks, and the space between them is filled with a French-style cabinet painted over with stripes. A pair of classic Venetian mirrors hang above the double sinks.
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of 29Colorblock It
Credit: Nord House
Mixing blocks of black hex tiles on the floor and bathtub wall with floor-to-ceiling white subway tiles creates a balanced feel in this bathroom from Nord House that evokes Scandinavian style.
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of 29Add Gothic Touches
Credit: Philip Nimmo Design
This Gothic-inspired bathroom from Philip Nimmo Design has a dramatic touch—perfect for those homeowners who eschew the ordinary. Crystal balls, an ornate mirror, and surreal artwork portraits add to the sophisticated Addams Family aesthetic.
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of 29Add Luxurious Touches
Credit: Jamie Bush + Co
Dark and luxurious, this powder room by Jamie Bush + Co features low-hanging lights, vertical black subway tile, and dark wood enhanced by botanical wall art. The cozy, comfortable style reminds you of a secret cave where you can take refuge from the busy world outside.
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of 29Mix With White
Credit: Alden Miller Interiors
A white egg-shaped freestanding tub set against a black subway tile sets the tone for this modern-eclectic bathroom from Alden Miller Interiors. Note the shiplap contouring under the large window and the black-and-white tiling, which bring balance and light to the whole.
What colors go best with black in bathrooms?
Pair black with any shade of white for a classic combination that works in both modern and traditional interiors. Or pair black with bold colors such as green, teal, or pink for a contemporary feel.
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of 29Use Brass Hardware
Credit: Norris & Pip
Norris & Pip balance matte black walls of this compact bathroom with a large, unframed mirror, a simple wood floating shelf, and distressed industrial-style hardware in brass.
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of 29Make It Contemporary
Credit: Robin Wilson Interior Design
A chessboard-style floor and black subway tile lend a sophisticated air to this bathroom from Robin Wilson Interior Design. The Moroccan mirrors add movement and a white granite countertop provides contrast.
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of 29Mix in Some Gray Notes
Credit: Branch Studio Architects
Straight lines and a dark palette give this bathroom from Branch Studio Architects a sharp, modern style. You’ll see more and more of the concrete tub and vessel sinks in the future, as this style gains popularity.
The marble illusion cube tiling brings a touch of softness and movement, much needed in a bathroom built on straight lines and square angles.
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of 29Add Drama
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Black brings on the drama in this contemporary bathroom from Orange Coast Interior Design. The damask wallpaper adds texture, while the shiny silver sink and black granite countertop add reflective surfaces for the light fixtures.
The ceiling chandelier makes an interesting play of shadows and light over the white surface, which definitely adds to the overall dramatic style here.
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of 29Hang a Gallery Wall
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Deep black paint makes a striking background for this bathroom gallery wall from Brexton Cole Interiors.
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of 29Darken the Backsplash
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Leclair Decor added a floor-to-ceiling wall of black backsplash tile that complements the dark stone and plumbing fixtures on the double vanity. The dramatic wall adds depth to the space and contrasts with the light flooring, white walls, and black-and-white marble finishes in the shower.
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of 29Paint the Ceiling
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An easy way to introduce black into your bathroom is to paint the ceiling. In this black-and-white bathroom from Erin Williamson Design, black paint with dark blue undertones turns the ceiling into a focal point. The dark paint highlights the skylight and creates a cozy feel despite the high ceilings.
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of 29Pair With Pink
Credit: Design by Andrea May Interiors / Photo by Karyn Millet
Andrea May Interiors paired black and pink for a vintage feel in this bathroom decorated with pink and black floral wallpaper, black painted wainscoting, gold accents, antique furniture and decor, and a simple black tile floor in a geometrical pattern.
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of 29Accent With Gold
Credit: Emily Henderson Design / Photo by Sara Ligorria-Tramp
Gold accents on the wall-mounted plumbing fixtures and teardrop mirrors add warmth and shine to the deep black walls of this bathroom from Emily Henderson Design.
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of 29Mix With Emerald Green
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This bold bathroom from Laquita Tate Interior Styling & Designs is dominated by the patterned wallpaper in shades of black, white, and emerald green. A black-painted ceiling and black flooring echoes the background of the wallpaper and helps to tie it in with the rest of the space.
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of 29Use Decorative Mirrors
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Mary Patton Design used a decorative mirror over the sink vanity that helps to bounce the light around in this all-black bathroom.
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of 29Add Midcentury Vibes
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In this bathroom renovation from Brexton Cole Interiors, midcentury modern-style marbled black wallpaper adds a retro feel that complements the black-and-white space.
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of 29Try Black Shiplap
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Jessica Nelson Design painted the shiplap in this modern farmhouse bathroom in soft matte black paint that grounds the space, keeping the ceiling and flooring light for a balanced feel.
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of 29Contrast With a Green Wall
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A faux green living wall pops against the adjacent black wall in this bathroom from Brexton Cole Interiors.
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of 29Let in Natural Light
Credit: Emily Henderson Design / Photo by Sara Ligorria-Tramp
Good lighting will ensure that your black bathroom feels as good as it looks. During the day, a picture window with a view of trees brings in natural light to this black painted wood-paneled mountain home bathroom from Emily Henderson Design.
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of 29Add Vintage Touches
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This English cottage bathroom from Lobster and Swan is moody and relaxing, with an allover black color scheme from the walls to the clawfoot bathtub. Vintage and upcycled accents like a mirrored medicine cabinet and rustic touches like a live-edge sink vanity with a linen curtain on the bottom make it feel homey, warm, and timeless.
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of 29Hang Black Wallpaper
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Kate Marker Interiors hung woodland-themed wallpaper with a black background that adds pattern and charm to this Michigan rental cottage bathroom.
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of 29Paint Wood Paneling
Credit: Emily Henderson Design / Photo by Sara Ligorria-Tramp
Emily Henderson Design painted the wood paneling in this mountain home bathroom black. The visible wood grain adds texture and contrast with the pristine porcelain white of the toilet, while woven accents and plants soften the dramatic look of the paint.
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of 29Accent With White
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Light flooring, a white vanity top, and a large white orchid add contrast that lightens up this black bathroom from Brexton Cole Interiors.
