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51 Dynamic Black-and-White Bathroom Ideas

Black and white bathroom with white cabinets and black rimmed shower door

The Spruce / Christopher Lee Foto

A black-and-white bathroom can feel contemporary or timeless depending on your choice of finishes and fixtures. This neutral pairing can work with any decor style, from traditional to farmhouse, industrial, and modern.

From wall paint to floor tiles, lighting, plumbing fixtures, rugs, and decor, limiting your palette to black and white allows you to mix patterns and finishes for a dynamic and durable design.

Check out these black-and-white bathrooms in a range of styles for inspiration.

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    Palm Tree Wallpaper

    black-and-white bathroom wallpaper ideas

    Desiree Burns Interiors

    Black-and-white palm tree wallpaper will give your bathroom a breezy feel. Desiree Burns Interiors paired the airy, large-scale pattern with a rattan mirror and a blue sink to add a color accent.

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    Industrial-Style Sink

    black and white powder room

    Becca Interiors

    Mix a black hex tile floor with white walls for a clean and modern look. Becca Interiors chose an industrial-style wall-mounted sink that saves space and adds charm to this compact powder room.

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    Gold-Tone Accents

    Black and white bathroom with gold accents
    Greg Natale

    Adding a touch of gold to a black-and-white patterned bathroom adds warmth and shine. Greg Natale balanced the strong black geometrical pattern on the walls with gold accents on the mirror and the hardware.

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    Graphic Black Accents

    minimalist black and white bathroom

    Cathie Hong Interiors

    Add definition to a minimalist white bathroom with graphic black accents. Cathie Hong Interiors decorated this spacious primary bathroom with shades of white and pale gray highlighted with modern black-frame windows and mirrors and black plumbing fixtures.

    About This Term: Primary Bathroom

    Many real estate associations, including the National Association of Home Builders, have classified the term "Master Bedroom" (or "Master Bathroom") as discriminatory. "Primary Bedroom" is the name now widely used among the real estate community and better reflects the purpose of the room.

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    Contrasting Wall and Floor

    Black and white bathroom with herringbone tile wall
    Sarah Sherman Samuel

    Use patterns to add variation and interest to black-and-white bathroom finishes. Interior designer Sarah Sherman Samuel paired white herringbone pattern wall tiles with black hexagon floor tiles in this stylish small space.

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    Black Shower Curtain

    black shower curtain

    Malcolm Simmons for Emily Henderson Design

    Create drama in a small black-and-white bathroom by keeping the majority of the finishes white and accenting with bold strokes of black.

    This compact bathroom from Malcolm Simmons for Emily Henderson Design has a theatrical black shower curtain that echoes the tile floor detailing.

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    Herringbone Tile Floor

    black herringbone tile bathroom floors

    Brophy Interiors

    Small black herringbone patterned tile floors with white grout add interest to a black-and-white bathroom like this space from Brophy Interiors.

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    Black Bathroom Door

    black bathroom door

    Malcolm Simmons for Emily Henderson Design

    Paint the bathroom door in a saturated shade of black to make a bold statement. Malcolm Simmons for Emily Henderson Design added character with an antique silver and crystal doorknob.

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    Retro-Industrial Bathroom

    Black and white bathroom with a double farmhouse sink
    Deuce Cities Henhouse

    Black and white is a natural choice for a retro industrial bathroom like this space from Deuce Cities Henhouse that includes a double farmhouse sink.

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    Marble-Effect Wallpaper

    black and white marbled bathroom wallpaper

    Brexton Cole Interiors

    For a powder room or smaller bathroom in an older home, add character with marble-effect wallpaper, like this vintage-style space from Brexton Cole Interiors.

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    Black-and-White Details

    black and white bathroom soap

    Brexton Cole Interiors

    Make a two-toned palette look intentional by paying attention to the smallest of details. Brexton Cole Interiors placed a bar of black-and-white hand soap on the sink that reinforces the theme.

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    Silver Accents

    Luxurious black and white bathroom with stained glass window
    Shed Brand Studios

    Although the main theme of this luxurious bathroom from Shed Brand Studios is black and white, there's a fair amount of silver, which brings out the veining in the marble and the silver feet on the freestanding tub.

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    Illustrated Wallpaper

    black and white kids bathroom
    Grant K. Gibson Interior Design

    Energize white subway tile walls with illustrated fossil wallpaper in a kids' bathroom. Grant K. Gibson Interior Design installed a double vanity with gooseneck faucets to ensure that everyone can wash their hands and brush their teeth without fighting over the sink. 

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    Black-and-White Tiling

    Bathroom with black and white tile floor
    A Beautiful Mess

    Use color-blocking to add flair to a black-and-white bathroom. This space from A Beautiful Mess has a split herringbone tile pattern that is half black, and half white for a bold, graphic look.

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    Black Tile Wainscoting

    Black and white bathroom wall tile
    McIntyre Bills

    Create a wainscoting effect using black tile on the lower half of the wall, and white tile on the wall above, like this bathroom from McIntyre Bills.

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    Toothed Wall Tile Border

    Black and white bathroom with white flowers and gold accents
    Hunted Interior

    Making subway tile walls more interesting with a toothed wall edge, like this space from Hunted Interior.

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    Black Hex Floor Tile

    black and white bathroom ideas
    Jenny Wolf Interiors

    This eclectic bathroom from Jenny Wolf Interiors features a large black hex tile floor and luminous white walls. The black window frame continues the theme, while the tub and mirror add a gold accent that's a popular choice for black-and-white spaces.

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    Patterned Wallpaper

    black and white bathroom wallpaper

    Brexton Cole Interiors

    Hang bold black-and-white wallpaper on your bathroom walls that will make a statement while retaining a neutral feel. Brexton Cole Interiors chose a wavy pattern with a midcentury modern feel that complements the sink vanity.

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    Black-and-White Patterns

    modern black and white bathroom

    K Shan Design

    Add personality to a black-and-white bathroom with a mix of patterns. K Shan Design paired bold striped black and white subway tile walls with a black-and-white floral patterned shower curtain to create an original look.

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    Black Wood-Paneled Walls

    black bathroom wood paneling

    Emily Henderson Design / Photo by Sara Ligorria-Tramp

    Modernize a rustic bathroom with black wood paneling on the walls and add contrast with white marble flooring and countertops and shiny brass fixtures, like this mountain home bathroom renovation from Emily Henderson Design.

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    Black Bathroom Rug

    black bathroom rug

    Alvin Wayne

    Make a bold statement in a smaller bathroom using abstract shapes on the walls and flooring.

    Interior designer Alvin Wayne complemented the black-and-white wallpaper in this NYC bathroom with a black sheepskin rug on the white floor for a cohesive look.

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    Black Gallery Wall

    black bathroom accent wall

    Brexton Cole Interiors

    Add interest to a black-and-white bathroom by juxtaposing a white tiled shower with a bold black gallery wall displaying art and photos, like this space from Brexton Cole Interiors.

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    Patterned Floor Tile

    black and white bathroom floor tile

    Erin Williamson Design

    Tile the floor in a bold geometric pattern to add personality and modernity to a black-and-white bathroom.

    Erin Williamson Design complemented patterned tile flooring with white subway tile walls, black plumbing fixtures, and a warm wood vanity for contrast.

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    Shades of White Bathroom

    black and off white bathroom

    Desiree Burns Interiors

    Mix a black-and-white patterned floor with off-white walls to add variation to a two-toned bathroom. This little powder room from Desiree Burns Interiors includes antique gold accents to add additional warmth.

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    Black Towel Ladder

    black bathroom towel ladder

    K Shan Design

    Pair white subway tile with black grout for an industrial modern feel and finish with black accents like the leaning metal towel ladder in this compact modern bathroom from K Shan Design.

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    Natural Woven Accents

    black-and-white bathroom with natural woven accessories

    Emily Henderson Design / Photo by Sara Ligorria-Tramp

    Soften a black-and-white bathroom with natural accents such as wood or woven accessories, like these closed storage baskets on top of the toilet in a space from Emily Henderson Design.

    Add Greenery

    Keep your black-and-white bathroom from feeling too stark with a touch of natural greenery like a small plant on the windowsill.

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    White Tile and Black Grout

    white tile black grout bathroom

    Michelle Berwick Design

    Use black to add a graphic feel to a simple white bathroom. Michelle Berwick Design lined the backsplash wall and floor in the same small white hexagonal tiles and used black grout to create a modern look.

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    Floating Shower Shelves

    black bathroom floating shelves

    Louis Duncan-He Designs / Eymeric Wildling Photography

    Black plumbing fixtures and open shelving will add a sharp modern edge to a black-and-white bathroom.

    This space from Louis Duncan-He Designs features black floating shelves in the spacious glass-walled shower that provide storage while coordinating with the plumbing fixtures and door handles.

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    Cream and Black Wallpaper

    black and cream bathroom wallpaper

    Brexton Cole Interiors

    Vary shades of white add dimension to a black-and-white bathroom. Traditional wallpaper with a warm creamy background and an illustrated black pattern add warmth to this black-and-white space from Brexton Cole Interiors.

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    Patterned Shower Curtain

    black-and-white shower curtain

    K Shan Design

    Change up the look of a black-and-white bathroom by swapping out shower curtains and towels.

    K Shan Design mixed a white shower curtain with an abstract pattern with white towels with black patterned edging to complement the bold color block striped wall tile.

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    Tiled Black Floor

    large format black tile bathroom floor

    Emily Bowser for Emily Henderson Design / Photo by Sara Ligorria-Tramp

    Black tile flooring will add a grounding element in a mostly white bathroom. Emily Bowser for Emily Henderson Design chose large format black tile with white grout in this spacious bathroom, adding choice black accents throughout to tie it all together.

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    Nature-Themed Wallpaper

    black-and-white bathroom wallpaper

    Michelle Berwick Design

    Add whimsy to a black-and-white powder room with illustrated wallpaper. Michelle Berwick Design chose a duck pattern for a lighthearted feel.

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    Black Bathroom Ceiling

    black-and-white bathroom ceiling ideas

    Erin Williamson Design

    Add drama to a black-and-white bathroom by painting the ceiling black. Erin Williamson Design used silver-toned hardware to give this space a cool-toned feel.

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    Black Walls and Ceiling

    black-and-white bathroom paint ideas

    Mary Patton Design

    Give your powder room an enveloping feel by painting the walls and ceiling black. Mary Patton Design chose a saturated matte shade that is deep and moody, pairing it with white marble and towels that pop against the dark background.

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    Black Accents

    black and white bathroom decor ideas

    Michelle Berwick Design

    Give an all-white bathroom a quick makeover by painting the sink vanity and overhead mirror black, like this space from Michelle Berwick Design. Finish it off with black plumbing fixtures, a bathroom set, and industrial sconce lighting.

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    Gray Tile Flooring

    black-and-white bathroom with gray tile floor

    Mary Patton Design

    Pair a black-and-white bathroom with shades of gray for a slight contrast that won't obliterate the two-tone feel.

    This elegant bathroom from Mary Patton Design has a balanced mix of black and white elements for a balanced feel, while a gray tile floor ties the room together.

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    Black Tile Accent Wall

    black-and-white bathroom with hardfloor ideas

    Michelle Berwick Design

    A black herringbone pattern tile accent wall and backsplash will add depth to a white-walled bathroom. Pair the black and white finishes with natural wood for a warm feel, like this bathroom from Michelle Berwick Design.

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    Industrial Farmhouse Bathroom

    black-and-white industrial farmhouse bathroom ideas

    Design by Chango & Co. / Photo by Sarah Elliott

    Mix black, white, and wood tones for an industrial farmhouse feel. Chango & Co. mixed white subway tile with black grout and a dark stained wood on the vanity and ceiling beams in this spacious bathroom.

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    Mixed Solids and Patterns

    black-and-white bathroom tile ideas

    Erin Williamson Design

    Mix solid and patterned tile for a dynamic look. Erin Williamson Design combined large-scale white subway tiles, graphic black-and-white tiles, and a black slab bench in this modern shower.

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    Black-and-White Towels

    black-and-white bathroom ideas

    Emily Henderson Design / Photo by Sara Ligorria-Tramp

    Unite solid black and white finishes in a small bathroom with black-and-white towels, like this smart space from Emily Henderson Design.

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    En Suite Bathroom

    black-and-white en suite bathroom ideas

    Michelle Berwick Design

    Create a cohesive feel in a primary en suite by using a black-and-white palette in both the bedroom and the bathroom, like this modern space from Michelle Berwick Design.

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    Brass Accents

    black and white bathroom with brass accents

    Malcolm Simmons for Emily Henderson Design

    Brass accents will complement a black-and-white bathroom of any style. In this traditional space from Malcolm Simmons for Emily Henderson Design, shiny gold-toned accents add warmth and shine.

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    Black Tile Walk-In Shower

    black-and-white walk-in shower bathroom ideas

    The Home Consultant

    Create a minimalist feel with a black tile floor that runs all the way through the walk-in shower, like this space from The Home Consultant.

    Elongated hex tiles on the shower walls blend in with white walls and black plumbing fixtures throughout unite the streamlined space.

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    Black-and-White Bathtub

    black-and-white bathroom bathtub ideas

    Leclair Decor

    A black-and-white bathtub will set the tone in a modern or traditional bathroom. Leclair Decor chose a bateau-style tub, soft gold-toned hardware, and a neutral painting to decorate the bathtub corner of this contemporary space.

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    Black Terrazzo Tile

    white and black bathroom ideas

    Michelle Boudreau Design

    Use black as a secondary color in a light and bright bathroom. Michelle Boudreau Design balanced white walls with a black terrazzo tile floor in this renovated midcentury modern space. A black-and-white upholstered armchair ties it all together.

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    Black Towels

    black-and-white bathroom tile ideas

    Gray Space Interiors

    Complement a black-and-white bathroom with black accessories such as towels and a bathtub tray or bathroom set, like this tranquil spot from Gray Space Interiors.

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    Black-and-White Wallpaper

    black-and-white bathroom wallpaper ideas

    Kate Marker Interiors

    Black-and-white wallpaper in a fun pattern will energize your bathroom without overwhelming. Kate Marker Interiors paired the wallpaper with black accents and a shiplap backsplash.

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    Black Marble Walls

    black-and-white primary bathroom

    Brophy Interiors

    Bring drama to a primary bathroom with black slab marble or quartz walls, black tile floors, and white accents, like this space from Brophy Interiors.

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    Black Herringbone Floors

    luxury black-and-white bathroom ideas

    Michelle Berwick Design

    Create a luxury minimalist feel in a primary bathroom with white walls and black herringbone patterned floors, like this spacious bathroom from Michelle Berwick Design.

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    More Black Than White

    black bathroom with white sink ideas

    Mary Patton Design

    For a moodier look, pair black walls and cabinetry with a few hits of white, like this dramatic space from Mary Patton Design. The white sink, milk glass globe sconces, and black-and-white patterned window shade add a bit of contrast and relief.

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    More White Than Black

    black-and-white patterned tile bathroom floor

    Michelle Berwick Design

    Soften a black-and-white bathroom with a patterned tile floor. Michelle Berwick Design used more white than black in this two-tone bathroom, with an airy floor tile pattern that adds some flourish to the minimalist space.

What colors go with a black-and-white bathroom? 

You can accent a black-and-white bathroom with any color of the rainbow. Try yellow, pink, red, green, blue, or any color of your choosing depending on your taste or mood.

How do I add warmth to a black-and-white bathroom? 

Add warmth to a black-and-white bathroom with gold-toned fixtures like brass. Decorate with natural greenery or colorful art and decor. Accessorize with multicolored towels, a patterned rug, a colorful bathroom set, or natural woven accents like window shades. 

Are black-and-white bathrooms still in style?

Black-and-white bathrooms will always be in style. You can’t get any more timeless than this classic color combination.