While pink might not be everyone's first choice when it comes to bathroom tiles, Martha Stewart has confirmed that the shade can bring a chic look that feels timeless and incredibly versatile.
In her Skylands bathroom on Mount Desert Island in Maine, Martha Stewart has chosen the most beautifully subtle shade of pink for her tiles, mirroring the natural pink granite that is found in the area.
Think of pink as a neutral, that will always go with an all-white bathroom suite (unlike other shades such as creams and taupes, which can feel a little dirty compared to bright white).
Kitchens Editor, Molly Malson confirms: 'Pink really is making a comeback in bathrooms, but not in that bright, Barbie pink we've seen in past trends, but a more subtle take. The muted, mottled pink in Martha Stewart's Skylands bathroom works so well as it's a warm, inviting neutral which adds warmth, and just enough personality without being bold or overwhelming.'
Embrace a Pink Tiled Bathroom With These Buys
White accessories are the perfect way to add a clean, fresh feeling to a pink bathroom, and this wall-mounted cabinet is ideal for storing all your essentials out of sight for an uncluttered space.
Designed with bathrooms in mind, this ceramic subway tile brings a sleek, timeless look to shower walls, vanity backsplashes and feature walls. Its refined finish feels so Martha, while a coordinating 5" square tile allows for a considered, cohesive design throughout the space.
Not ready to commit to tiling your bathroom pink? Try the shade on a smaller scale with some soft pink towels like this tactile bundle made from 100% organic Turkish cotton.
Adding accessories, like this resin soap dispenser (a soap dish is also available if you prefer solid soap) in the same shade as your bathroom tiles can achieve a layered look, bringing depth and interest.
Add interest with this patterned bath mat in this elegant hue, which features a raised diamond print. Made from 100%, it's stonewashed for even more texture.
A contemporary take on Martha Stewart's bathroom lighting, this white LED double globe sconce is both subtle and practical, and will cast an elegant glow across your pink tiling.
The subtle, almost pearlescent finish on Martha Stewart's bathroom tiles sets an inherently calming mood, while the stark white double sinks create a wonderfully fresh contrast, set off by Martha's addition of fresh flowers.
The use of pink tiles on the floor, too, (albeit with a darker grout for contrast), achieves a tile drenching effect, but far from feeling dramatic or overwhelming, it simply enhances the mood-lifting effect. Not only that, the gentle texture of the tiles reflects the light beautifully, for a softer finish that feels perfect for a space that offers sanctuary and moments of peace.
Heidi Caillier's pink bathroom also made us re-think pink as a decor choice recently, but instead of tiles she opted to use pink paint to achieve a similar effect – not only on her wood-panelled walls but her cabinetry, too.
Punctuating the space with fresh white accessories really emphasises the contrast with the soft pink tiles and keeps the color palette limited – a bathroom idea to steal from luxury hotels.
'Because a bathroom is typically a smaller space, it feels less scary to experiment with a new color and becomes a confidence zone in a more elegant, elevated way,' explains Molly. 'Bringing pink in through the tiles is a lovely touch. It pairs this on-trend bathroom color with the watertight functionalities that are crucial in these rooms. It's something we expect to see a lot more of this year, and this charming room perfectly balances playful design with a traditional feel.'
Martha Stewart's pink bathroom tiles are indeed a bold choice, but one that, if embraced, can achieve a really elegant and chic alternative to calming neutrals. So, if you're considering neutral bathroom ideas, add pink to your list, and you may be surprised how it can transform your space.
