Your bathroom is more than just a utilitarian space — you can turn it into a sanctuary of relaxation with art. 

So why not grab the opportunity to add a personal touch and add some style to your bathroom with some lovely art?

While we often focus on functionality when designing our bathrooms, rightly so, by adding art to the walls you can transform this space into an oasis and add a stylish finishing touch to your bathroom design.

The hard surfaces and clean lines of bathroom fixtures can sometimes create a cold and less welcoming atmosphere than we would like. However, we would say this, art can soften these edges and infuse the space with warmth, personality, and interior interest. Art has the power to change the atmosphere of your bathroom and soften hard surfaces.

Here's a comprehensive but simple guide on how to choose the art for your bathroom:

1: Find the Focal Point of Your Bathroom

Every room has a focal point— even your bathroom. In your bathroom, the focal point could be a stunning freestanding bathtub (wouldn’t everyone LOVE a roll-top bath like the image above!), an elegant mirror or a beautiful rain shower?

Identifying the focal point allows you to determine the best placement for your art and ensures that it complements and enhances the existing features of the space.

For example, if you have a beautiful freestanding bathtub, consider hanging a large piece of art above it or a set of art prints to create a captivating focal point that adds depth and visual interest. 

We also love a shelf above the bath, with art and plants on the shelf. You get the double whammy of plants and art in your bathroom this way.

With a shower or mirror, it can be slightly different. Place the art next to a mirror and sink, to add visual interest to the space. As you can see in the image below, the beach photography print enhances the sink and mirror area in the bathroom.

If your shower is the main focus in your bathroom, place the art where you can see it in the shower.

2: Now it's time to choose the style of art you want for your bathroom. You can do this in three ways.

1. Choosing art based on your bathroom or house style.

2. Choosing art based on colour for your bathroom.

3. Choosing art to show some personality and add fun to your bathroom.

When it comes to choosing art for your bathroom, it’s all about figuring out what you want the art to do. Do you want it to fit your interior style (do you have a modern bathroom or a period home etc), bring some colour into the space, or show off a bit of your personality? Obviously, there can be a combination of the above, but here’s how I’d go about it, depending on what matters most.

1.Watery and Abstract Bathroom Art Pieces:

Given the association of bathrooms with water, incorporating watery and abstract art can enhance the soothing coastal atmosphere of your bathroom. Abstract can also enhance a modern style of bathroom décor.

Look for artwork featuring ocean waves, different blues and movement in them. These watery motifs can evoke a sense of calmness, take away from the hard surfaces and lines of the bathroom and create a spa-like ambience.

2.Botanical Prints For Your Bathroom: 

Bathrooms often have hard surfaces and lack texture, making them feel less inviting and welcoming in the morning.

To counterbalance this, consider incorporating botanical art into your bathroom design. Our seaweed prints are some of our bestsellers, while our fern and vintage flower prints are great for bringing a natural feel to your bathroom decor.

Botanical artworks add a touch of softness, natural beauty, and organic elements to your bathroom. We also love the calming colours of our botanical prints.

The delicate, intricate details of fern leaves and the timeless charm of vintage floral prints create a visual contrast to the clean lines and hard surfaces, infusing the space with warmth and a soothing atmosphere.

3.Fun Bathroom Art:

Design in the bathroom doesn't have to be serious, and is one of the places in your house where fun art can work really well.

An easy way to inject some light-heartedness and playfulness into your space is with typographic art prints. 

There are lots of different types of word art prints, you choose an inspiring quote to motivate you in the bathroom, or something fun.

4. Customise your bathroom with Personalised Prints:

You can make your bathroom unique by incorporating personalised art prints. Whether it is a favourite song or a map of your favourite place, it can be nice to be reminded of good memories and experiences every morning and evening. It can help you get your day off to a good start.

How to choose the size of your art prints for your bathroom:

The scale and size of the art is also an important consideration when choosing art for your kitchen.

In a generously sized bathroom, you have the freedom to choose any type of art you like.

You can be brave and bold with large artwork. An impressive, large art print above a roll-top bath not only adds visual interest but also adds an element of grandeur and confidence to your bathroom. This not only creates an alluring focal point but adds a touch of luxury, enhancing your overall bathing experience.

However, don't feel limited to one large piece of art. Large bathrooms also offer the perfect canvas for a gallery wall.

A carefully curated collection of smaller pieces can create an eye-catching display, providing an interesting contrast to the spaciousness of the room. 

Small prints can also help give a different feel to different parts of your bathroom.

Experiment with different themes, colours, and frames to bring out your personal style.

Selecting Art Prints for Small Bathrooms

When it comes to smaller bathrooms, thoughtful placement and selection of art can make a big difference.

A gallery wall can be a smart way to use the limited space. A mix of fun prints and personalised art pieces brings a splash of personality without taking up too much room.

Remember, variety in size, shape, and subject matter can make your gallery wall more dynamic.

For a more considered approach, one or two well-placed smaller pieces can also work well in a compact bathroom. Just as in larger bathrooms, placement is key: consider positioning a piece next to a mirror or on the wall opposite a shower to maximise impact without overwhelming the space.

For an extra touch of creativity, consider adorning the walls of a small water closet with a gallery wall. This is a fun way to enliven a usually overlooked space, transforming it into a talking point for your guests.

Most Importantly, buy Art Prints That You Like And Will Make You Happy in your bathroom.

Whether you're working with a large or small bathroom, choosing art that reflects your personality and complements your space can transform your bathroom into a stylish sanctuary.

By carefully selecting art that evokes tranquillity, complements the bathroom's decor, and reflects your personal style, you can transform your bathroom into a space that inspires, relaxes and rejuvenates.

Don't be afraid to explore different art styles, experiment with placement and styles, and choose pieces that resonate with you.

Remember, your bathroom is a space for self-care and personal indulgence; art is the perfect companion in creating a personal and inviting environment.

If you want any more inspiration for choosing bathroom art, we have a shop-by-room page where you can see different bathroom interior styles and shop bathroom prints that will suit that décor. 

We find it a really great way to shop art for your bathroom.

Our seaweed prints are some of our best selling art prints and will perfectly suit your bathroom.

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