Tips on surrounding your clawfoot tub with the ultimate decor

Choosing the right clawfoot tub is the first step toward an amazing vintage bathroom design. However, to create the ultimate experience full of relaxation and style, you need to bring in additional accents to achieve just that. Here is a variety of decor possibilities to complete your vintage remodeling project:

Placement
Where do you plan on installing your clawfoot tub? Don’t limit yourself to placing it where your original bath stood. If you have a nice window arrangement, consider setting it there so you always have a view of nature. For those who have a large bathroom, it’s possible to dedicate an entire area to your vintage tub. Set it a few feet away from a wall to give yourself room to decorate.

Faucets
Antique bath fixtures make all the difference. While choosing which styles are right for you, consider a handheld shower that can incorporate the satisfying features of a shower experience.

Color
Picking the right hue to surround your clawfoot tub is the key to relaxation. You want to choose a color or wallpaper print that evokes whatever feeling you are trying to capture. If you want a warm environment, opt for red, orange or brown. Bathrooms that are meant to portray a crisp vibe should have green, blue or white hues throughout. Additionally, if you want to transport yourself to another time period, use the wall treatments as inspiration. For example, add damask prints from the Victorian era.

Artwork
Just like the wall color, framed artwork is a way to personalize your space. You don’t have to feel married to any particular piece. Change up the art based on seasons or your particular mood.

Finishes
If you’re looking for a rustic design, you can easily convey that style in an exposed brick wall. It’s a popular theme among new remodeling projects. To balance out the design, install a hardwood floor made from reclaimed materials. This used wood will have scratches and nicks that will add to the overall style.

Lighting
For the moments you want to sit back and relax in your slipper clawfoot tub, have low lighting options. Standard fixtures are good for regular bathroom use like getting ready for work in the morning. But when you want to slow things down and soak, wall sconces and chandeliers are
the perfect addition. Also, some people find the flicker of a candle flame to be soothing. Purchase a range of options in various sizes and fragrances for a multi-sensory experience. For safety reasons, its best to place lit candles on shelves and counters that are out of reach to children.

Amenities
One of the biggest yet simplest necessities of a clawfoot tub is a bath caddy. It holds your soap, sponges and book while you sit back and soak. Also, consider installing a small side table next to the tub to store additional items like a towel, conditioner and shampoo. You can also place flowers and a glass of wine on this surface. To make an enclosed space feel fresh, add indoor plants. Botanicals add in more oxygen and the feel-good emotion brought on by nature.