WWYD with this bathroom?

[teeah22]

We're closing on our new home on the 29th (fingers crossed anyway, I'm having last minute paranoia about it...) This will be our new master bath. I'm conflicted about this room, I like the black granite but I don't think it goes with the tile. Replacing the counters will not be in the budget right now anyway. The cabinets don't go with the tile either but I'm willing to paint them or whatever. Any ideas for tying in the cabinets, granite, and tiles? Of course we can paint the walls, I think the light fixtures need to go, and the sellers have jacked the mirrors so we'll need new ones (apparently they weren't "attached" to the wall and therefore free game. I sort of hate these people but that's another story...)

My first attempt at a PIP:

[vanillahip]

Hmm... I'd do art over the tub with thick black frames, but I think the mirrors' frames should be a little thinner/ less visually heavy considering they're right over those counters. I'd probably paint the room a warmer, more neutral color if you're keeping those vanities as-is. I actually like the wall color, but would paint those vanities white/cream (depending on what looks best next to that tile)

[housegeek]

I'd probably paint the cabinets a fun color, and the walls a neutral color. Eventually replace the countertops

[teeah22]

Jun 17, 2012 10:17:38 GMT -5 housegeek said:

I'd probably paint the cabinets a fun color, and the walls a neutral color. Eventually replace the countertops

Of course DH looooves those countertops

[Ramz-ee]

The countertops are black which is a neutral. And you said they are granite? Why would you even consider changing that? The tile looks beige/tan, which is another neutral. Personally I think they look fine together.

If it were me, I would paint the vanities white to go with the white trim and the tub. Also a neutral, but I think bringing that in would help tie things together more. Also, I'm would consider painting the mirror frames white, but would probably test it to see if I would prefer them white or black.

I like the paint color, but if you still have questions about the black granite and the beige tile, paint the walls a greige and bring in color with your accessories.

[teeah22]

The black just seems very heavy to me, very masculine. I'd prefer more of a light and airy feel. But like I said, DH loves them and they are granite so there's no real need to replace them. I think just getting the cabinets painted will make them feel less heavy. I actually like the wall color too, it just seems odd with the warm cabinet color.

[housegeek]

Jun 17, 2012 11:54:01 GMT -5 teeah22 said:

The black just seems very heavy to me, very masculine. I'd prefer more of a light and airy feel. But like I said, DH loves them and they are granite so there's no real need to replace them. I think just getting the cabinets painted will make them feel less heavy. I actually like the wall color too, it just seems odd with the warm cabinet color.

I agree. It looks dated / generic for my taste. I wonder if you can remoe them without breaking them and resell them? I don't mind the wall color but if you paint the cabinets it might look off. White might be too contrasty.

[redheadk]

I don't mind the black granite with the tile at all. The tile is super neutral.

I don't think it's the granite that is making it look masculine so much as the granite and the cabinets together. That combo always screams "bachelor condo" to me.

I'd demasculanize it by painting the cabinets white and switching out the hardware to something silver/nickel, either brushed or polished depending on the light fixtures/faucets. I'd also add mirrors with silver frames. It will dress it up without standing out since the silver will blend with the mirror itself.

I like the paint color and I'd leave it alone if it's in good shape.

[pinkeggs]

Do you prefer warm or cool colors in a bathroom? If cool, I would leave the walls as they are (but I just really like that color) and paint the cabs a crisp white. If you prefer warm, I would go with a warm neutral color, still paint the cabs white, and use something bright for bathmat and towels for little pop of color.

At first I was going to agree with painting the cabs something fun, like a light turquoise, but when I thought about it, I don't know that a fun color would look great with the counters and white would give it more of a classic feel, at least until you can change the counters, if you choose to.

Cosmetics aside, I'm jealous - great space!

[Ramz-ee]

This is an example of white vanity with the black countertop. The wall paint color is even somewhat similar to what's in there.

I don't think that combo is masculine at all. Try googling kitchens with white cabinets and black granite. There are a lot of images.

[tarheels]

If you paint the cabinets, you'll need to be VERY careful when choosing your color. The tile has its own undertones, so you need to choose a white that works with it. Go to the store and grab a million white paint chips - you'll see their undertones when you're sitting in there next to the tile.

[happyhomemaker]

Jun 17, 2012 12:47:01 GMT -5 redheadk said:

I'd demasculanize it by painting the cabinets white and switching out the hardware to something silver/nickel, either brushed or polished depending on the light fixtures/faucets. I'd also add mirrors with silver frames. It will dress it up without standing out since the silver will blend with the mirror itself.

I like the paint color and I'd leave it alone if it's in good shape.

This. The other option for the mirrors though would be frameless mirrors, but it depends on what you like.

[housegeek]

Jun 17, 2012 13:06:00 GMT -5 tarheels said:

If you paint the cabinets, you'll need to be VERY careful when choosing your color. The tile has its own undertones, so you need to choose a white that works with it. Go to the store and grab a million white paint chips - you'll see their undertones when you're sitting in there next to the tile.

Tarheels is wise :Y:

[aweilba]

Jun 17, 2012 12:47:01 GMT -5 redheadk said:

I don't mind the black granite with the tile at all. The tile is super neutral.

I don't think it's the granite that is making it look masculine so much as the granite and the cabinets together. That combo always screams "bachelor condo" to me.

I'd demasculanize it by painting the cabinets white and switching out the hardware to something silver/nickel, either brushed or polished depending on the light fixtures/faucets. I'd also add mirrors with silver frames. It will dress it up without standing out since the silver will blend with the mirror itself.

I like the paint color and I'd leave it alone if it's in good shape.

You stole the words right out of my mouth. I think if you switch up those cabinets it will make a world of difference.

[teeah22]

Jun 17, 2012 13:06:00 GMT -5 tarheels said:

If you paint the cabinets, you'll need to be VERY careful when choosing your color. The tile has its own undertones, so you need to choose a white that works with it. Go to the store and grab a million white paint chips - you'll see their undertones when you're sitting in there next to the tile.

Damn, I was thinking I'd just match the white paint to the trim. So is it ok to have the white trim be a different color white from the cabinets? I wish I knew how to photoshop so I could do a mock-up.

Do we all agree that the cabinets need to be painted then? DH is going to tell me no so I need you all to back me up

[kellygordon]

Don't think about it now! Good luck on your closing then come back and rethink all these nitty griddy's.

[teeah22]

I need something to take my mind off of the packing lol!

[Deleted]

I actually think I'd paint the cabs a warmish gray, not white.

[housegeek]

Jun 17, 2012 18:20:31 GMT -5 @juno said:

I actually think I'd paint the cabs a warmish gray, not white.

Oh I love the warmer gray color! Gorgeous.

[teeah22]

Jun 17, 2012 18:20:31 GMT -5 @juno said:

I actually think I'd paint the cabs a warmish gray, not white.

Thanks for the mock-up! The white looks really stark like that, but I wonder if some thin framed silver mirrors would help.

[cgpm]

I would paint the cabinets white and then put a bolders, bright color on the wall.

[Deleted]

I'm the odd one out here, but I don't see anything bad about the floor/tile/counter combo at all.

It's a bit generic, but I like it.

I honestly think it's the paint color. It just doesn't mesh with the room nor does it blend anything together. I'd pick something gray or at least darker and see if that helps before you do anything too drastic.

[housegeek]

What about staining the wood darker?

[teeah22]

Jun 17, 2012 20:50:46 GMT -5 housegeek said:

What about staining the wood darker?

I LOVE everything about this! I've seen a few gel stain tutorials online lately, maybe I'll give that a try. Thanks!

[steenbean18]

Jun 18, 2012 10:23:28 GMT -5 teeah22 said:

Jun 17, 2012 20:50:46 GMT -5 housegeek said:

What about staining the wood darker?

I LOVE everything about this! I've seen a few gel stain tutorials online lately, maybe I'll give that a try. Thanks!

Let me know if you have any questions on gel staining...I've done quite a bit of it! [e-mail] or PM here

[teeah22]

Jun 18, 2012 12:02:55 GMT -5 steenbean18 said:

Jun 18, 2012 10:23:28 GMT -5 teeah22 said:

I LOVE everything about this! I've seen a few gel stain tutorials online lately, maybe I'll give that a try. Thanks!

Let me know if you have any questions on gel staining...I've done quite a bit of it! [e-mail] or PM here

Thanks so much! It will probably be a while before I get to it but I'll hold on to your email address.

[kellygordon]

The warm gray looks classy