A complete list of paint colors, decorating sources, home improvement details, and DIY projects for a feminine, classic bathroom remodel.
This kids’ bathroom turned out so well I had to write about it again — there were simply too many details to fit into one post. The reveal covered the big changes, but this article dives into the decorating sources, finishes, and small touches that give the room its personality.
If you missed the full reveal, I shared the big before-and-after in an earlier post. I’m still obsessed with how cute it is.
I believe the final 5% of a room — the small details — is what makes a space feel finished and personal. This bathroom is full of those finishing touches and a little bit of spunk.
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Vanity Table
Many people doubted the idea of using a console table as a vanity, but I’m so glad we went that route. We converted a narrow console into a functional vanity by cutting the backs of the drawers for plumbing access, cutting sink holes into the top, and adding a stained, well-sealed butcher block to introduce warmth into an otherwise black-and-white palette.
Because the room includes a large linen closet, we didn’t need lots of built-in cabinetry. The open, airy feel of this slim vanity is a major perk. The drawers still work for flat storage, and there’s a spot for the personalized step stools the girls use.
Tile
Choosing tile took time because I had three requirements: it needed to be classic, slightly retro (our house was built in 1960), and subtly feminine. Olivia picked a hexagon flower floor tile that perfectly hits all three marks.
For the walls, I chose a wavy subway tile with a handmade look. Its subtle irregularities catch the light and give the room texture and vintage charm that a perfectly smooth tile wouldn’t provide.
Art
We’re big fans of the movie The Greatest Showman, and when I found a whimsical pink tutu tightrope walker print, it felt like the perfect centerpiece — playful but refined, with a soft color palette that complements the rest of the room.
I also added small prints above each sink that nod to the girls’ beloved stuffed animals: a tiger for Olivia and an elephant for Regan. Framed in white float frames, these prints blend with the wall color and give the bathroom an accidental, charming circus touch.
Sconces
I used three traditional shaded sconces around the mirrors. They were affordable and the shades add a classic touch while distributing soft, flattering light across the vanity area.
Mirrors
I searched for narrow mirrors with a beaded, necklace-like frame and found the perfect size and finish for this tight space. They balance the roundness of the vessel sinks and echo the floral floor pattern.
Storage
The large linen closet provides most of our storage needs, so we left that layout intact and refilled it with organized bins and baskets. A rolling hamper keeps laundry accessible, lidded baskets store extra sheets, and wire baskets hold spare toilet paper and rolled washcloths. A small caddy corralled cleaning supplies, and labeled jars keep extras tidy.
Sticking to plain white bath towels for the whole house makes laundering simple and keeps the look cohesive. If the closet looks pretty, we’re more likely to keep it organized.
On the countertop I added a few feminine accessories — a blush toothbrush holder, a marble-look soap dispenser, and a small flower soap dish — and stashed a basket of extra towels under the vanity for quick reach.
Window Shade
I chose a cordless woven wood shade in a warm maple tone for safety and style. The privacy liner, subtle black edging, and white stitching help tie the shade into the room’s palette and balance the butcher block countertop.
Towels
I like to keep bath towels neutral and introduce color with hand towels instead. For the kids, I installed simple towel hooks rather than rings — easier for little hands to use and more forgiving when towels are tossed back up in a hurry.
Shower Curtain
To keep the room calm with just a touch of color, I selected a soft blush shower curtain with raised polka dots. It adds texture and ties into the mirrors and floor pattern without overwhelming the space. If the girls tire of blush down the road, swapping the curtain and hand towels is an easy update.
Paint Color
The walls are Benjamin Moore Stonington Gray — a medium neutral gray that balances the black-and-white elements and lets the patterned floor shine. The doors are Benjamin Moore Wrought Iron for a polished, slightly formal look that also hides little fingerprints.
And that covers the design details — the finishes, the storage solutions, and the little touches that make this kids’ bathroom special.
Full source list and finishes:
- Wall color: Benjamin Moore Stonington Gray
- Door color: Benjamin Moore Wrought Iron
- Trim/ceiling color: Benjamin Moore Simply White
- Floor tile
- Wall tile
- Shower walls
- Tub
- Vessel sinks
- Toilet
- Sink faucets
- Shower/tub faucet trim kit
- Shower shelves
- Vanity table (console table conversion tutorial available)
- Mirrors
- Sconces
- Hand towel hooks
- Under-sink basket
- Step stools (personalization tutorial available)
- Hand towels
- Bath towels
- Toothbrush holder
- Marble soap dispenser
- Flower soap dish
- Tiger and elephant art prints
- White float frames
- Tightrope walker art print
- Large white frame
- Window shade (Capri Maple)
- Shower curtain
- Aloe plant
- Toilet paper holder
- Marble-look shower hooks
- Curved shower curtain rod
- Lidded baskets
- Large bedding basket
- Rolling wire hamper
- Lidded jars
- Wire baskets
- Storage caddy
Whew — that’s everything. Obligatory silly mirror selfie to close things out. This was a challenging renovation to juggle while caring for a baby, but it was completely worth it: the bathroom is officially 100% finished.
One bathroom down, one to go (the master bath will need a full renovation someday). For now, I’m taking a well-earned break and indulging in many bubble baths.
