For years, the all-white bathroom has been the default.
Clean, simple and easy to style, it created that classic spa-like feel. But as interiors evolve, so do our expectations of the spaces we use every day, and bathrooms are no exception.
In 2026, it’s less about pristine perfection and more about creating spaces that feel warm, personal and designed for real life.
White isn’t disappearing; it’s just being reimagined. And with the right paint, it’s easier than ever to bring colour, texture and practicality into the bathroom.
From clinical to comfortable
The move away from all-white bathrooms reflects a broader shift in how we design our homes.
Spaces are becoming softer, more layered, and more expressive.
Bathrooms are no longer purely functional; they’re places to unwind, reset and spend time. That means colour is playing a bigger role, helping to create atmosphere while still feeling clean and considered.
Colour that works harder
Introducing colour into a bathroom used to feel like a risk. Moisture, steam and everyday use meant many people stuck to white for practicality.
Now, that’s changed.
With easyclean® Bathroom Mid Sheen, you can confidently use colour in your bathroom without compromising on performance. Designed specifically for high-moisture environments, it offers:
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Resistance to mould, condensation and steam
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A durable, long-lasting finish
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A washable, wipeable surface that stays looking fresh
It means your walls can work harder, and look better, at the same time.
Softer neutrals, more depth
Instead of stark white, bathrooms are shifting towards warmer, more liveable neutrals.
Shades like Wheatgrass bring a softer feel to the space, helping it feel brighter without looking clinical.
With a subtle mid-sheen finish, these colours reflect just enough light to keep the room feeling fresh, while adding a gentle depth that flat matt whites can’t always achieve.
Colour-led calm
Bathrooms are increasingly being treated like the rest of the home, with colour used to shape the mood of the space.
Soft greens and muted blues are especially popular, helping to create a calm, spa-like atmosphere that feels effortless rather than overdesigned.
Shades like Teal, or Midnight Navy or deeper tones like Rebel can be used across walls, woodwork and even ceilings to create a more immersive, considered look.
And because easyclean® Bathroom Mid Sheen is suitable for multiple surfaces, including walls, ceilings, wood and metal, it’s easier to create a cohesive scheme throughout the room.
Designed for real life
One of the biggest changes in bathroom design isn’t just how it looks, it’s how it performs.
Modern bathrooms need to handle:
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Daily use
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Splashes and condensation
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Changing temperatures
That’s why finish matters just as much as colour.
The mid-sheen finish of easyclean® Bathroom Mid Sheen helps repel moisture and makes surfaces easier to clean, so your space stays looking its best, even in busy family homes.
Colour beyond the walls
Another shift away from all-white bathrooms is how colour is used throughout the space.
Instead of limiting it to walls, colour is now being introduced across:
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Vanity units
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Shelving
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Doors and trims
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Panelling
Because the paint is durable and multi-surface, it allows you to carry colour across different elements, creating a more seamless, layered look.
Less contrast, more cohesion
Where all-white bathrooms often relied on sharp contrast, today’s designs focus on tonal colour and cohesion.
Using shades that sit closely together creates a softer, more relaxing space, one that feels balanced and easy to live with.
The result is a bathroom that still feels clean and fresh, but with added warmth and personality.
A smarter way to update your bathroom
You don’t need a full renovation to move away from an all-white look.
A simple refresh can make all the difference:
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Repaint walls in a softer neutral or calming colour
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Update woodwork or storage with a tonal shade
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Layer in texture through materials and accessories
With a paint designed specifically for bathrooms, even small updates can have a lasting impact.
A new take on bathroom design
The all-white bathroom hasn’t disappeared - it’s evolved.
In its place is a more relaxed, more personal approach to colour. One that still feels fresh and clean, but with added depth, warmth and practicality.
With easyclean® Bathroom Mid Sheen, it’s easier to bring that vision to life, combining colour, durability and protection in one.
Because the best bathrooms aren’t just designed to look good.
They’re designed to live well.
Ready to refresh your bathroom?
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