Black bathroom - dosing the color correctly

Black is the most mysterious and ambiguous of all colors. How many mysterious images it conceals. These are the "black eyes" of the beautiful girl from the old song, and the "black cat" from the children's horror stories and even the "black square" - the most inexplicable work of art of the XX century.

In European culture black is the color of mourning. For centuries, people associated it with death, melancholy, loneliness.

Only relatively recently began a triumphal march of black on the world. Now black has become a classic, a sign of good style. Remember the "little black dress" of Coco Chanel. Now almost nowhere black looks out of place, and that's why it is more and more often possible to meet interiors, where the dominant color is black.

Black belongs to the neutral color scale and therefore has a calming effect. It relieves nervous tension and evokes a feeling of security, but it can also have a negative effect on the psyche. Being constantly surrounded by the color black can provoke depression, sadness and apathy.

Psychologists say that those who choose the color black have a rather complicated character. They are secretive and mistrustful natures. Often they are subjected to mystical moods. Black lovers know their worth, they like, above all, a sharp mind and the ability to manage other people. Power is important to them.

Black is quite a complex color, but with its competent application will create a unique contrasting design.

For the bathroom, black is no less suitable than for all other rooms in the house. After all, the bathroom is the place where our day begins and ends. In the morning we cheer ourselves up and gain energy and strength under a contrasting shower, and in the evening we relax in the warm bath after a hard day's work. In this regard, black is one of the most successful colors for decorating the bathroom, because on the one hand, it helps to concentrate, and on the other hand, it relaxes and pacifies.

In addition, black gives the room austerity and nobility. The floor-to-ceiling black bathroom, of course, will look very impressive, but only if it is spacious enough. If you are not rich in square meters, but you are not going to give up black, it is better to use it in combination with other colors.

Black is perfectly combined with the entire colorful palette, and this is its great advantage.

As mentioned above, black should be used with caution in the design of small rooms.

But even if your bathroom is huge, black still requires special treatment.

• It is known that black absorbs light, so The presence of reflective interior elements will be a prerequisite for decorating a black bathroom. This can be mirrors, chrome plumbing parts, glass and crystal fixtures.
• Another disadvantage of a black bathroom can be considered the fact that soap stains will be perfectly visible on black tiles and plumbing. But this is an easily correctable defect, you just need to stock up on special detergents.

An excess of black can make a bathroom too dark and gloomy. There are two ways to combat this:

• The first way is to dilute the main color with other colors. With the help of tiles of another color, you can divide the room into zones, and you can create beautiful patterns on the floor or on the walls.

• The second way is to add light to the room. It would be ideal if the bathroom had a window, but it is unfortunately a rarity in our bathrooms. A large mirror can replace it.

In our article we have already mentioned more than once that black combines well with a variety of colors. By the number of possible color combinations it can only be compared with white. Although black is much better than white shades the other colors, makes them play more brightly.

A combination of black with all shades of pink, purple, lilac and red will look really luxurious. Of course, the use of white will not be superfluous, which will not only create an interesting play of contrasts, but will also add light to the room.

Blue, green and brown tones also combine perfectly with black. True, it is better to use lighter shades of these colors, so that the room is not overwhelmed by dark, gloomy colors.

The combination of black and red is the most passionate color combination imaginable. However, if you opt for this pair, then one of the two colors will need to be used very gradually, so that the room does not look loud and irritating to the eye.

You can dilute the black and red combination with white or other light colors: you will get a very effective combination.

Black is also perfectly combined with the closest relatives of red - orange and yellow. True, the disadvantages of such combinations will be the same as the previous pair. Therefore, here as nowhere relevant rule of "less is better, but better. Let the inclusions of bright colors will be small, but spectacular.

The contrasting combination of black and white is considered a classic. This pair will not look any better in the interior of the bathroom. White is an excellent partner for black, as it compensates its main disadvantage - light absorption.

The bathroom, made in black and white color scheme, will never go out of fashion, will always serve as a model of elegance and style. In addition, somehow disposing elements of black and white colors, you can "play" with the proportions of the room, visually changing its size in accordance with your wishes.

Thus, the white color, like no other, is able to make the room seem larger than it really is. Therefore, for bathrooms of small sizes, it is better to shift the color balance in favor of white.

The combination of wall colors looks interesting. Often one wall is made white, and three - black or vice versa.

But combining black and white tiles on the floor should be done with caution. So, a border of black tiles around the perimeter will visually reduce the room, and a checkerboard pattern, on the contrary, will not only look beautiful, but also add a few square centimeters of space.

They say that black in its pure form is impossible to find in nature. More often than not, what we take for black turns out to be a darker shade of gray. That is why these two colors work so well together. Like the combination of black and white, the combination of black and gray is considered a classic.

A monochrome, gray-black bathroom needs special lighting, especially if a darker shade of gray is chosen. The light in this case should be as much as possible. Such a "brutal" bathroom would not hurt and inclusions of other colors. At least - white. It will definitely not be superfluous in this triad, as it perfectly combines with both colors. The bright elements in such an interior are also welcome.

When choosing plumbing fixtures for a black bathroom, opt for traditional white plumbing fixtures. This is a win-win option. The snow-white elements will make a profitable contrast in the interior, and will add freshness and light, so necessary for dark rooms.

However, if the classics disgust you, then black plumbing is just what you need. The black bathtub and sink will look very impressive, especially if they are made of expensive materials. Black sanitary ware with shimmering particles or with a pearly sheen will create an atmosphere of captivating luxury all around.

Consider a more interesting option - a bathtub or sink with a stylish abstract pattern.

The black bathtub, of course, will be the main decoration of your bathroom, but it will not be so easy to find it in stores. Not every manufacturer will agree to make such a bath to order either. The main thing is that manufacturers use the technology that has many disadvantages.

The enamel, which covers the bath, is originally white. In order to paint the bathtub black, manufacturers will need to buy a special tint. But this tint is usually frictionless and by consistency resembles sand. That is why the surface of the bathtub, if it is covered with black tint, will be rough like sandpaper.

You can buy ready to use rubbed tint and mix it with white enamel. Then the bath will not turn black, but a dark gray. But this requires that the tint be made on the basis of this enamel. And correctly determine the type of enamel can not every specialist.

If the manufacturers do manage to find the right tint, they will face another problem. Everyone who has tried to paint something a darker color has encountered this problem. During the painting, while the paint is not yet dry, it gives a very strong glare, so the entire surface seems to be painted evenly. As soon as the paint dries, any imperfections are immediately visible. Repainting often does not solve this problem. When painting a bathtub in lighter tones, such difficulties do not arise.

But there are modern technologies that can produce a high quality black bathtub. That is why you should consult with a consultant before ordering, how the bathtub is painted and whether it will be comfortable to take water procedures in it.

Using black as the main color is recommended only in very spacious rooms with bright lighting.

For small bathrooms, it is desirable that the main color of finishing was white, and black was present only in the form of small inclusions. It will be enough to lay strips of black tiles in order to visually increase the space up or down - at your discretion.

But if your soul asks for lightness and variety, you can safely lay out on the walls and on the floor any patterns and create bright accents. In large rooms, they do not "eat up" the space as much as in small ones. A budget option would be plastic panels or painting the walls with waterproof paint.

The ceiling in a small bathroom is best done in white. Stretch ceilings are a great solution for bathrooms. In addition to the fact that they level the ceiling, help to hide wiring and in them it is convenient to mount lighting fixtures, stretch ceilings will help avoid unwanted "leaks" from the neighbors from above.

A more budget option is special plastic panels.

In a large bathroom, a glossy stretch ceiling of black color will just look luxurious. If you choose the right lighting, then in such a ceiling will reflect the light and some interior details, which will create the effect of infinity.

It is possible to tile only one wall with black tiles, and to combine black and colored tiles on the other walls, or to tile them entirely with other colored tiles.

Choosing black tiles for the bathroom, you should follow a few simple rules:

• First, smaller tiles are preferred for small bathrooms and vice versa. This is due to the psychological features of visual perception.
• Secondly, it is necessary to take into account the texture of the tiles. It can be matte or glossy. Glossy tiles will serve as an additional reflective element in the bathroom interior, but requires more care than matte.
• Thirdly, black tiles with colored ornaments should be used very carefully. Try to dose it, combine it with monochrome tiles, otherwise it will create the impression of cluttering up the bathroom.

Finally, it is worth mentioning about single-colored embossed black tiles, which imitate different textures. It looks very effective, both on the floor and on the ceiling, but it is more suitable for spacious bathrooms.

The role of properly selected lighting in a black bathroom is difficult to overestimate. After all, black surfaces absorb light, which means that in order to keep the room from turning into a black hole, there must be as much light as possible, and it should come from a variety of sources. You can use only spot lighting, or combine it with ceiling fixtures. If the size of the room and the height of the ceiling allow, a chandelier with crystal pendants in a black bathroom will look just amazing.

The more light, the better! Install beautiful floor lamps in your bathroom or place small, elegant fixtures on the shelves. And don't forget to highlight certain elements, whether it's the tub or the mirror. Leave the possibility of adjusting the degree of light in the room, adjusting it according to the situation.

Furniture in the black bathroom can be a variety of colors and shades. But if you are more impressed with a monochrome color scheme, then black furniture will also be a great solution.

For small rooms, furniture with a lot of glass elements is excellent - transparent shelves, doors, partitions - all this will make the bathroom environment more light, weightless, and also help to save space.

The bathroom, decorated in black, like no other bathroom needs bright accents. Complement the interior with spots of color. A rug of bright, saturated color will look great on a monochrome black floor. Scented candles in a beautiful candle holder with your favorite scent will help to relax and lift your spirits. If the size of the bathroom allows, place pictures or posters on the walls.

For devotees of black, there is a huge selection of items in stores in your favorite color - black mirror frames, black floor vases and even black towels. Using black accessories will help give your bathroom a finished and truly stylish look.