6 Bathroom Paint Trends You’ll See in Every Home This Year, According to Designers

Bathrooms can feel like a separate portal from the rest of your home—which makes them a perfect opportunity to play around with color. Whether it’s a bold mustard yellow or a swath of inky black, the right hue can make all the difference in setting the mood of the space.

Plus, the petite square footage of bathrooms means you can be adventurous with your choice without committing to making it a focal point of your home. In need of some color inspiration for your next bathroom revamp?

We tapped two design experts for the bathroom paint trends they are dying to see this year—along with tips to make them look timeless.

Tone-on-Tone Color Schemes

As trends are increasingly leaning toward tone-on-tone palettes, designers are following suit—especially when it comes to millwork.

“[This is] where trim, cabinetry, and even ceilings are painted in a single enveloping hue,” says Eddie Maestri, principal and creative director of Maestri Studio. “We’ve been doing this often with warm brown-based neutrals or golden mustards that feel elevated, not flat.”

Maestri also finds that tone-on-tone paint simplifies the palette while allowing texture and sheen to take center stage.

“[It] makes the space feel intentional and calming rather than chaotic,” the designer says. “Plus, they’re incredibly forgiving for daily use—scuffs and imperfections tend to blend in more naturally when the eye isn’t jumping between competing contrasts.”

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Deep Hues with Metallic Hardware

On the flip side, you can always go bold. Hues like rich navy blue, emerald green, saturated mahogany, or even a deep black can all help bring in a sense of drama—especially when complemented with the right finishes.

“All of these set the stage for a dark space that will sparkle with metallic lighting and brushed gold accents for hardware,” says Amy Wax, an international color specialist for residential projects. “Your new bathroom will feel so elegant, you will love it every time you walk through the door.”

Maestri similarly suggests layering finishes.

“When using a bold paint color, make sure your metals, mirrors, and light fixtures offer contrast—like unlacquered brass, bronze, or even sculptural ceramic,” he says.

Warm Desert Tones

Maestri is excited to see bathrooms leaning deeper into rich, saturated warmth.

“Think: ochres, rusts, and earthy camel tones,” he says. “Not only do these colors add soul to small spaces like powder rooms, but they also bring a timeless elegance when paired with thoughtful detailing.”

Maestri notes that these warm hues are cozy without feeling heavy—and that they are echoing fashion trends.

“We’re seeing a shift from stark minimalism to layered richness,” he elaborates. “Rusty terracotta flooring, aged wood tones, or golden accents all help the space feel curated rather than trendy.

Moody Palettes

Moody bathrooms have never really gone out of style—and Maestri notes that the look isn’t taking a backseat this year.

“Small rooms actually benefit from deeper tones; they create intimacy and intrigue,” Maestri explains. “Just balance with a lighter stone or reflective material—like we did with a marble countertop [or] a glowing onyx-toned sink [for our clients].”

Using Paint as Architecture

Paint isn’t just relegated to your walls—it can also be used to emphasize architectural features, or even act as one.

“Extend the color across trim, doors, and even the ceiling to make the space feel cohesive and custom,” Maestri suggests. “In a current renovation in Preston Hollow, we went even bolder with monochromatic painted millwork and brought in a warm-toned wallpaper in between. The result is dimensional and almost cinematic.”

Neutral Points Contrasted with Bold Walls

If you have a neutral stone in the shower, flooring, or even the countertops, a vivid or dark paint on your walls can allow those points to become the eye candy in the room.

“[It’s] the perfect start to designing a space that is all about elegance and style,” Wax says.

For example, in a historic Dallas home, Maestri used a mustard gold tone to contrast against the warm, patterned tile flooring—”it feels grounded, nostalgic, but fresh,” he notes.

As for why Wax thinks these neutral-bold contrasts will be popular this year?

“We want to feel pampered,” she says. “Why not treat yourself to the luxurious bathroom or private space of your dreams?”