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Powder room artwork help!

Rebecca Norris
hace 6 años

I need some kind of artwork over the toilet in my powder room. I want it to tie in the dark walls and the brushed brass and marbel floors. I like a mix of traditional and modern... but feel like the artwork will have a huge impact. And not sure what shape art because of the tall rectangular mirror. Thanks!!




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  • fgivelis
    hace 6 años

    I had the same problem! I ended up framing our photos. The two matching frames were from from Michael's Craft store (with the coupon). I hung the smaller one on top with the larger one hanging underneath. The pictures were two enlarged photos I took on vacation in Greece. I am very pleased with the results. I started out very indecisive! I bought different frame sizes and styles and easily returned the ones that didn't "work". My husband helped decide which photos to use. It makes me smile every time and people often compliment about them. I am proud in did it myself and they are very personal (and pretty) to me!

    Comentarios (38)

    • acm
      hace 6 años

      I'd look for something you like, with saturated colors to stand up to the drama of the room. Could be one picture on the order of 75% the height of the mirror, or two smaller pieces stacked.

    • timberledge
      hace 6 años

      What a great suggestion! Love the colors. The subject matter can be anything. The colors are key. I'm leaning towards the two smaller pieces.

    • hollywaterfall
      hace 6 años

      A place picture or something jungle-themed or regal-themed. For instance I wouldn't do flowers, but maybe a fern or a leopard or something. Maybe something with gold or silver in it.

    • hollywaterfall
      hace 6 años

      Some examples from art.com=
      http://cache2.artprintimages.com/p/LRG/69/6949/CWFK100Z/art-print/howard-ruby-leopard.jpg
      http://cache2.artprintimages.com/p/LRG/59/5957/PBRRG00Z/art-print/ruane-manning-riverwalk-cafe.jpg
      http://cache2.artprintimages.com/p/LRG/88/8872/K3RS300Z/art-print/gustav-klimt-adele-bloch-bauer-i-1907.jpg

    • rnonwheels
      hace 6 años

      Because of the framed mirror and the sconces having big impact I think the back of the commode or the entire back wall would benefit from a painted stencil art. It won't compete, rather it would complete. The ideas below shoe that, not exactly the stecil you might pick but a general idea.

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    • Rina
      hace 6 años

      I like Acm's poppiies, but I also think the leopard is very cool.

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      Verona Home Design
      hace 6 años

      ACM's photo idea is the best, your room would look great with a colorful painting to brighten up the room!

    • everdebz
      hace 6 años
      Última modificación: hace 6 años

      Seeing rnonwheel's point - the rich paint, the delicate elegant lines of lighting.... art doesn't 100% seem necessary. Maybe a throw rug that's artsy would be a try.

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    • everdebz
      hace 6 años
      Última modificación: hace 6 años

      When you find something you love, it'll be nice over toilet...something not necessarily rectangular.

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      Chameleon Interiors
      hace 6 años

      Hi Forget the art and be bold, get a mock stags head in a bold colour!

    • PRO
      Chameleon Interiors
      hace 6 años

      Like this!

    • capeanner
      hace 6 años

      I vote for the stencil idea using a metallic paint in a dull gold/brass color .Stencil is a great way to achieve the effect of wallpaper while incorporating your beautifully deep paint shade.

    • C AS
      hace 6 años

      I have used wallpaper samples (of very expensive and glorious wallpaper); 4 samples in a similar sized space that you seem to have (A4 size in the UK) - simple black frames (but you could use metallic). The beauty is, when you get bored with the look, get 4 more samples ... I have used 4 random samples from different parts of the same wallpaper which was very pretty but more effective was 4 samples that 'go' together i.e. the wallpaper is continuous (although the gaps between frames need to be taken into account) - your eye will automatically fill in the missing pattern! I bought another expensive wallpaper for this, but as a discounted bin end, you could also use a damaged roll as these are often hugely discounted instead.

    • McKenzie Gillette
      hace 6 años

      I think this would be kind of pretty. It might be a little big.. but it has all your colors. click here: [wall decor[(https://www.houzz.com/products/stratton-home-decor-floral-acrylic-bursts-wall-decor-prvw-vr~82928940)

    • molldoll2
      hace 6 años

      Avoid anything rectangular as it would look odd with the mirror. I love the photos of a flower where the light shines through. Elegant looking.

    • heelznbarbellz
      hace 6 años

      I had a water color picture of a naked woman with a towel draped around her back which looked great behind the toilet. I recently changed my décor from formal to more of a farmhouse feel. Now there is a white wooden piece with gray writing, "Follow Your Dreams". Both look great and I have received a lot of compliments.

    • dietribe
      hace 6 años

      OP, I love your powder room! Very elegant and dramatic. The floor is gorgeous. I also think the two stacked pictures would be effective and interesting. If you didn't want too much color, maybe a pair of architectural renderings? Lots of good ideas at RH (Restoration Hardware.) The stencil idea in subtle metallic paint would also look great.

    • hubcatz
      hace 6 años
      Última modificación: hace 6 años

      Your bathroom is stunning! Where you have such a deep color and bold accessories such as the brass, tiled floor and beveled mirror, I'd suggest one large frame (or two small frames, one above the other) of a graceful botanical print to balance the bold. Perhaps find a frame(s) similar to or complementary to the mirror. Local craft stores can help here for ideas and cost-savings. I found beautiful botanicals at a flea mkt in NYC, and also on eBay. Have fun!

    • hubcatz
      hace 6 años

      By the way, what's the paint color? Love it!

    • Lailani Dawn
      hace 6 años
      I would do a mix of small and medium print similar to these and hang with clamps or super thin frames. I also saw some great floral wallpaper ideas on Pinterest that are actually very stunning on dark walls
    • Mary Farmer
      hace 6 años
      Look at www.maryfarmer.com. Some fab encaustic paintings won't be harmed by anynmoisture
    • michele shari
      hace 6 años

      beautiful room. I just had the issue with a half bath in my office that I totally redid. I actually had 2 large old (110 years) magazine pages that were in pastel type colors of women in beautiful period clothing-I chose to use these as we joked it was the "Ladies' Room" and had them reframed with raw silk matting and wide wood frames. They are not so bold as to detract from the other elements but have enough color to be interesting. You may also want to consider some nice smaller shelves and put interesting shells and perfume bottles or glass work on them. Go to arts and crafts fairs and see if something unconventional grabs your attention. In another bathroom I did a large scene with 2 birds made out of copper that I found at an arts and crafts fair for around $200. Copper may look great with the dark colors in the room and bounce more light. Something square may compete with the big, bold, beautiful mirror. Break up the space over the toilet.


    • cheryld12903
      hace 6 años

      I would not stencil, too much could go wrong in a powder room that is almost done. If she wanted that, she could have wallpapered. Personally, I would put in crown molding painted white and have several photos, of whatever you like in black and white with gold frames. Hang in odd places all around.

    • Melissa Gallagher
      hace 6 años
      I would change the faucets to brass
    • Rebecca Norris
      Autor original
      hace 6 años

      Thank you everyone. I realized these pictures were distorted a bit. Here are two more I hope look better. I like the two framed pictures stacked but the poppies aren't really my style. I like stencils/wallpaper, but decided against it. So I am going to stick with artwork that will kind of pull it together. I would love some type of vintage round rug... but haven't found anything small enough... I really appreciate all your input! Amazing community!

    • Melissa Gallagher
      hace 6 años
      I have some vacation photos of architecture that I would do in black and white or sepia and with white mats frame them. I think something like this would be cool in your bathroom
    • wmsimons85
      hace 6 años

      Beautiful powder room, love it! I also love Melissa's photos. I also think perhaps some black and white framed drawings would look nice to keep the monochromatic scheme you have if you wanted no "pops" of color.

      The below is just from doing a very quick search.

    • Rebecca Norris
      Autor original
      hace 6 años

      You all don't think the art should have some color to kind of pulll it together?? I feel like it's a little two bland...

    • wmsimons85
      hace 6 años

      Yes, if you like color it would look great in my opinion. I somehow thought you wanted it monochromatic and no pops of color. But with what you have as a base you can pretty much go for whatever you love.

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      Rhonda Kieson Designs
      hace 6 años

      Google Karen Musmeci, Artist, and view the images. The one pictured here is monochromatic but it is framed rather dramatically. She has many delightful pieces that are very colorful.


    • wmsimons85
      hace 6 años

      Again just another very quick search. Noticed your lovely teal pocket door. If you don't want monochromatic. :)


    • Rebecca Norris
      Autor original
      hace 6 años

      It's not a teal door hah. Weird camera pic. It's normal white door.

    • wmsimons85
      hace 6 años

      Oh well that searching for teal, a waste of time. :)))

    • PRO
      FrameWorx
      hace 6 años
      C.O.L.O.R. - yes! Two square (or round) stacked art pieces work. Just make sure that you select something you LOVE... your new powder room is too nice for just anything. Original art, uniquely framed print art, your own photos enlarged and printed on canvas/aluminum/acrylic, textile or 3-d pieces... all possibilities.
      What's your favorite color? Your budget? I'd love to help you with your art search. *It's what I do. Contact me if you haven't found anything yet. ~Maria
    • PRO
      BeverlyFLADeziner
      hace 6 años

    • maureenaa
      hace 6 años

      Really like your powder room and all the thought that went into making it so special. We had a similar problem of what to do with the area above the toilet. Our powder room layout is a bit different but decided to do a floating shelf above the toilet.

      Over the years we have collected many interesting pieces of art during our many travels. The floating shelf allows a change of items as the mood strikes.

      Here are a few examples. Good luck with whatever you choose.

      BTW I use Command Strips to hang things on the wall. Work great.

    • anne_estes027
      hace 6 años

      The room is pretty formal, I'd look for architecture prints of Paris or New York or ...

      Or look for prints of artists's work that blend with your location, like Winslow Homer, Andrew Wyeth or Edward Hopper. Moody but with some color.

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