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Should I paint the bathroom window black

10 years ago

I have just renovated the bathroom in my house and was thinking it might look better with a black window frame

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Lampert Dias Architects, Inc.

10 years ago

I think that you would be unhappy with the results.... I do not recommend painting the window frame black.......

You could bring more black accents into the bathroom with another piece of framed art with the black frame on the window wall similar to the one in your photograph.

You might even think of hanging a chandelier in the corner over the tub that is made of black metal. Your bathroom is very "art deco" and the chandelier in the right art deco style could be stunning and fun........

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kadodi
10 years ago
You could... But I don't think you should. Black would give it emphasis. I think your tile should be the statement.
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lc21
10 years ago
No I wouldn't
Manon Floreat
10 years ago
Cool idea! But as others have said, you might not like the results. With that said, it's such a small area, that a prime and repaint wouldn't be too big of an ordeal.

How do you feel about an off black for the wall color and leaving the trim as is? A much bigger statement, but I think you could handle it - especially by the looks of that deco print you have!

Here a few photos you might get some ideas from in making your decision. I hope you share what you decide to do!

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hails_b_86
Original Author
10 years ago
wow thanks for all the responses. I will leave it as Is then as it was painful to paint the first time. As for the wall colour I am not sure as it is a pretty small bathroom so the dark might close it in. I like the chandelier idea will have to look into that. Thanks
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Style-Bites
10 years ago
I say do it! I just remodeled a bathroom and used black base boards and casing as well as black floors. Check out my portfolio under Regency Master Bath.
It would add dimension in your space! If not, then paint the walls a warm neutral, like a gray to add interest to your space.
Much love.
hails_b_86
Original Author
10 years ago
Thought you might like to see what it was like before tiny 650 wide shower. we kept the vanity and bath soap holder and got them resurfaced.
User
9 years ago
I am about to get my surfaces re-enameled to get rid of the 80s peach and cream... yours looks absolutely fantastic, it's very inspiring! Just wondering, did you retile the floor and was it difficult to work around the vanity if so? Thanks!

PS I think a black trim on the windows would look fabulous, personally, and am thinking of it for my own bathroom (also small, art deco).
User
9 years ago
PPS Have you considered an art deco mirror with sconces on the side or above instead of the medicine cabinet? I know it's a pain losing space to keep your stuff but I just bought this fan mirror for my bathroom and expect it will have a dramatic effect (chandeliers also sound like a great idea).
hails_b_86
Original Author
9 years ago
Hi we did get the floor re - tiled but we removed the vanity first then got it enameled. We didn't put in a mirror like that as we don't have any other place for storage as its a small bathroom. But thanks for the suggestion
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J Design Group - Interior Designers Miami - Modern
9 years ago
No please do not do that. The idea is not to emphasize the window and by painting it black would do exactly that.

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