When you think of the ocean, you are usually drawn to thoughts of peace and tranquility, from the beauty and vastness of the water itself, to the laid back, easy going pace that seems to be the standard there. That peaceful ambiance is perfect in your bathroom. There are several simple ideas you can use to achieve this look, and all without breaking the bank.
One of the easiest ways to pull an ocean theme into your bathroom is by the wall treatment you use. There are a lot of different choices in paint color, wallpaper border, and the actual design used on the wall. Using a cute shell wallpaper border will bring a light-hearted edge to the room, reminding you of hours spent as a child, looking for the perfect shell. An ocean mural with some crashing waves and a laid back beach chair will automatically give you the feeling that you can relax and stay a while. If the thoughts of a mural are too daunting, add some simple beach prints in shell frames, dropped against a soft blue ocean hue. Try using paint in an interesting way. A simple sponge treatment will echo waves crashing against the sand without you needing any artistic inclination.
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Another way to incorporate a cool, breezy ocean theme is by using a great little area rug. While almost everyone loves the beach, the sand between your toes, in your bathing suit and towels, is something you probably don't look forward to. However, a soft, plushy area rug will make you feel welcome the moment your toes touch it, and if you find one with a beach towel design, or seashells, it will bring the room together even better. And the best part is it will keep your feet warm on chilly winter mornings, reminding you of warm sunny days by the ocean. The right choice of area rug in your bathroom can make a huge difference.
No room is complete without accessories. These are found in your window coverings, shower curtain and bath accessories. This is where you can make a room really belong to you, so go for it. Be creative; think outside the box. I saw a great bathroom in which the owner bought a pack of seashells at a local craft store, and glued them around the bath area, on the light switches, and pretty much everywhere else. It definitely feels like the beach when you walk into that bathroom. Find your own way to make the room pop. Decorate your soap dispenser or toothbrush holder; use a fabric paint to decorate your shower curtain. If you are not creative in those areas, there are countless products you can buy that will achieve the same effect. If you have a large bathroom, consider a potted palm in the corner. The possibilities are endless; just find the right combination for your bathroom. Then you will be able to sit back and enjoy the restful, relaxing place you have created.