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Homes & Gardens
Homes & Gardens
Eleanor Richardson

My Bathroom Might Be Small, but I Want It to Be Colorful – So Which Is the Best Color to Choose in 2026?

Small bathroom with freestanding tub and wall panelling.

There's an outdated 'rule' that seems ingrained when it comes to choosing colors for small bathrooms. Beige, white, even a pale gray, all 'safe' choices. The aim is always lighter, brighter, bigger. But as small bathroom decor becomes less purely practical and more playful, the color options are becoming bolder too.

Whether it's a downstairs powder room or a small main bathroom, these bijoux spaces are perfect for experimenting with colors, and actually choosing something other than a neutral can make the space feel bigger. As interior designer Millie Turner says, 'I’m a big believer that small bathrooms can handle more, not less, when it comes to color. They are the perfect place to be braver and more expressive than you might be in a large living area or bedroom.'

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