How to Decorate a Kid's Gender-Neutral Bathroom
Children's bathrooms can be gender-neutral without being boring. There are many decorating ideas that are suitable for both boys and girls. A fun and appropriate theme for a kids' bathroom is an aquatic scene. Choose white with an accent of primary colors--red, yellow and blue--for a bright bathroom. Select a color scheme of cool, watery greens and blues for a more organic look. Paint fish by hand or use stencils to make crisp, uniform images. Use metallic or iridescent paint to replicate the shiny look of fish scales. Does this Spark an idea?
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Things You'll Need
- Latex-based paint
- 2-inch flat paintbrush
- Paint roller
- Paint pan
- Acrylic paint
- Palette
- Artist's brushes
- Stencils (optional)
- Stencil brushes (optional)
- Shower curtain
- Window treatment
- Bath accessories
Instructions
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Select a color scheme for an aquatic-themed bathroom. Go with bright colors, such as primaries, for a bold look. Choose cool colors, including green, blue and purple, for a more subtle effect. Paint the walls using latex-based paint. Cut in around edges with a brush and fill in large areas with the paint roller. Paint trim with a flat brush after the walls are dry.
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Mix some acrylic paints on a palette to paint fish. Add some metallic or iridescent paint for extra sheen. Use artists' brushes to paint images by hand, or stencil brushes with stencils. Go back into stenciled areas to add details as an extra touch.
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Pick out a shower curtain to match the watery theme of the bathroom. Look for something with fish, or select a plain curtain in a matching color.
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Use curtains or a shade to add privacy to a bathroom with a window. Choose something as simple as a roller shade.
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Arrange ocean-themed accessories around the bathroom. Use a shell for a soap dish. Place a bottle of sea glass on a counter to remind children of fun beach vacations.
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Tips & Warnings
Tape stencils to the wall with low-tack tape, or spray the back with a little adhesive to help keep stencils in place while you are working.
Varnish walls to protect them against excess moisture.
References
- Photo Credit fish clown image by Svetlin Rusev from Fotolia.com
