As 2022 gets underway and spring gets ever closer, the trends that are going to shape this year—for fashion, style, and design—become clearer and clearer. With experts already predicting the colors that are on the rise this year, and those colors appearing in every aspect of life, it’s evident that the trends of 2022 are already making their way into our homes.
You probably won’t be surprised to learn that there are trends for designing every room of the house—including the bathroom. While you might not think of your bathroom as the stylish showroom of your home, you definitely do notice when you walk into a bathroom that’s looking tired or dated—think avocado green or salmon pink fixtures, peeling wallpaper that’s seen better days, or cabinets and hardware that have lived out their better days.
But it’s not just bathrooms from decades ago that can have this effect—in fact, trends change so frequently that only four or five years can leave a bathroom looking past its prime and behind the times. That means that the stylish white bathrooms of 2017 might be starting to show their age—and the brown-and-bronze features of the early 2000s definitely are past their prime.
So what styles are in this year—and how can you get your bathroom looking like it belongs in the year 2022? Here, we’ll break down the bathroom trends 2022 has brought in, and let you know how The Tub Pros can help make your home in the greater Memphis Metro area, Northern Mississippi and Arkansas, beautiful, functional, and part of the modern day.
What colors are trending for bathrooms in 2022?
While crisp white can always make a bathroom look clean and fresh, that’s not the only color that’s popular in 2022. At the top of the list is a dramatic black bathroom—especially with contrasting elements of white and gold. Dark colors can make a bathroom into a statement room, and add a touch of elegance.
But it’s not all about basic colors and drama—bright pops of color, like blue and pink, and even patterned wallpapers are on the rise in terms of popularity. That includes creative mosaic tiles, too, or even a tiled accent wall in the shower or bath.
And shades of green are on the rise, to bring a burst of cool, calming nature inside. Many of this year’s Colors of the Year, named by various design giants, were in the soft green and blue families.
What styles are trending for bathrooms in 2022?
You don’t need to wait for spring and summer: bathroom trends 2022 has brought nature into our homes all year long. Since our outdoor spaces have become even more important in the years since the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic, organic style—designs that bring the natural world with its warmth, stability, and life outside—has soared in popularity and remains on the rise. The greens and blues popular in bathroom colors can trace their origins back to this movement—as can the increasingly popular wood-look and slate tiles appearing in bathrooms this year.
Neutrals, natural colors, wood, and greenery are also popular as part of this style, which also emphasizes natural light and a warm, cozy cleanliness. The nature-emphasis might also connect to the emphasis on sustainability that’s been on the rise, with water-saving shower, tub, and toilet features growing in popularity.
What other bathroom trends will we see in 2022?
Looking for bathroom remodel ideas? Look no further than the trends of this year, which offer ideas for every budget and every inch of your bathroom. For those ready to go all-out in terms of budget, natural stone (like marble or slate) and a large, walk-in shower—or an all-in-one shower and bath, with the shower and tub enclosed in a walk-in space—could modernize the space completely.
But you don’t need to totally rip up your floor plan to update the space. Changing out lighting and fixtures, and thinking about how to add more textures to the space–like installing a slatted backsplash by the sink—can have a big impact for less cost. Fun hardware—those that are in unexpected colors or that add a touch of style in addition to just being functional—can update a space, as can a mirror with rounded edges or improved lighting around the vanity.
Creative uses of furniture are also coming into play in 2022—in bathrooms that are large enough, a bar cart or side table by the tub can add an element of relaxation, and a vanity remodeled into a sink can totally shake up the look of a room. This is especially true with vintage pieces—because in 2022, the mix of old and new styles is coming into focus.
That means you might think twice before ripping out that retro wall-mounted sink—and consider what it is that’s making you want to change up the space. A bathroom with a floor plan that doesn’t function well for you and your family might need some significant work, but fixtures that just look worn and much-used could be updated with refinishing, or reglazing—a process that will make them look good as new and can update the color to match your bathroom’s aesthetic.
How can The Tub Pros help me?
When they’re looking for bathtub refinishing, Memphis residents—and those who live in the Greater Mid-South—turn to the Tub Pros. Our factory-trained team uses the highest quality materials and ventilation system around to make your refinishing experience as quick, easy, and safe as possible.
We refinish sinks, tubs, countertops, tile, and jetted tubs, too—so when you need to update a space, we’re here to work on all of those fixtures and a wide range of materials. In just a few hours, you can have your space up and running, looking (and working) like the best version of itself.
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