Balance Hard and Soft Pieces in your Vintage Bathroom Design

It’s easy for vintage bathroom designs to look like cold rooms with all the fixtures having hard lines, so it’s important for you to incorporate as many soft pieces into the decor as possible to balance out the look. Here are some ways to mix the hard and soft elements in your bathroom perfectly:

Hard
Hard fixtures will take up the bulk of space in your bathroom. Here are a few examples:

Clawfoot tubs – Your freestanding tub will be the dominant element in your vintage style bathroom, which is good because it’s an extremely decorative piece. Soften up the look of this hard basin by choosing a claw foot finish with warm color notes like polished brass.

Antique bath fixtures – These faucets have smooth, round lines, which makes them a great addition to a room that is working on balancing its hard and soft components. Again, choose a fixture color with a warming effect to help soften up the room and match the look of your tub.

Sink – Pedestal sinks are hard fixtures, but they have soft lines, which makes them perfect for this style of room.

Mirrors – Instead of the traditional rectangular mirror, consider choosing a round one to add another organic shape to the room.

Soft
There are a variety of items that have a warm and soft appeal to them. Here are a few elements you can add to your bathroom:

Drapes – If you have windows in your space, you should cover them with colorful printed drapes for added privacy and style appeal. Choose a hue based on the color scheme of your room. For example, to match the polished brass, choose a fabric with red or orange tones. If you have small windows, you can add a curtain that only takes up half of the window so light streams into the room.

Shower curtain – Your shower is another great place to add a soft component to the room. Install a round rod above your clawfoot tub so you can hang your curtain from it. Select a fabric that complements your drapery choice.

Rugs – If you have cold tile or wood floors, a shag rug would be a great addition. It not only adds textures, but also incorporates another layer of style into the bathroom.

Furniture – Even after adding all those soft elements, you may need something else to make the room feel more homey. In that case, just bring in a statement piece of furniture like a chaise lounge or a bench.

By bringing in cozy textiles and organic lines, you can easily balance out the clean, industrial lines of any vintage or contemporary bathroom design.