31 Blue Bathrooms For Every Style That Will Relax and Recharge You

If you want to incorporate color into a space built for keeping clean and refreshed, look no further than blue bathroom ideas inspired by the color of water. From tile to paint colors, bath mats and rugs, and decor, blue can range from light and airy to deep and moody to energizing and electric depending on the shade.

Check out these blue bathrooms in a range of styles and sizes that illustrate how versatile this crowd-pleasing color can be.

Blue Patterned Tiles

Don't be afraid to mix and match blue patterned tiles for a dynamic look. JRS ID chose two separate tile patterns in shades of blue for this showstopper of a bathroom. The patterns are balanced with white walls, marble countertops, and wood accents.

Moody Blue Bathroom

In this powder room from Decus Interiors, moody blue wall paint echoes the intricately veined marble vanity. A cement tile floor adds softness and interest and a vintage mirror and Pill light sconces from Kelly Wearstler complete the sophisticated, polished interpretation of a tonal bathroom.

Blue Zellige Tile Bathroom

This bathroom from Erin Williamson Design is covered in gleaming deep blue glazed Moroccan zellige tiles that are complemented with gold accents and a whimsical star-shaped pendant light.

Blue Farmhouse Powder Room

Kate Marker Interiors painted this small powder room in a powdery medium-toned blue for a calming feel. A modern farmhouse sink and beige textiles like the pompom-trimmed half-curtains on the window add warmth.

Vintage Blue Bathroom

JRS ID completed a historic restoration of this blue-and-white bathroom using custom reproduction period tiles from a 1930s design and authentic period plumbing fixtures. Notes of black add a graphic touch.

Modern Blue Bathroom

In this San Francisco condo from Cathie Hong Interiors, the bathtub and shower wall is clad in soft blue tiles laid in a vertical offset pattern. Black plumbing fixtures add a modern touch.

Coastal Blue Bathroom

This coastal bathroom from White Sands has textured deep blue walls that give it a dynamic but calming feel and complement the white and wood tones of the room.

Royal Blue Bathroom

For this historic remodel in Bath, Maine, Tyler Karu Design + Interiors painted some of the irregularly shaped walls and trim in a vibrant royal blue, and carried the blue-and-white patterned floor tile into a bathtub wall niche, creating practical storage and a focal point.

Electric Blue Bathroom

Electric blue square wall tiles on the walls of this small bathroom from Erin Williamson Design make a big statement. The bold color choice is balanced by plenty of white and matte black plumbing fixtures.

Antique Blue Bathroom

A whispery shade of blue on the airy patterned wall and floor tiles is complemented with pale blue paint and antique brass fixtures in this Edwardian bathroom in a London home renovated by Studio Peake.

Midtone Blue Bathroom

This bathroom from Emily Henderson Design has milky matte mid-tone blue walls that create a tranquil feel and provide a backdrop for both modern appliances and vintage art.

Blue Bathroom Wallpaper

This powder room from Desiree Burns Interiors has bold blue-and-white wallpaper on the upper half of the walls, simple white wood wainscoting on the lower half, and a mix of gold and silver accents.

Graphic Blue Bathroom Tile

This coastal bathroom from White Sands has graphic triangular tile laid in a slightly off-kilter pattern. The rich colors of the tile are given relief with pale grout, and contrasted with a weathered wood vanity.

Blue-Gray Bathroom

Erin Williamson Design covered the walls of this bathroom in Blue Gray paint from Farrow & Ball. The delicate light blue shade complements a vintage chandelier and vanity made from an antique table fitted with a marble top and modern sink.

Add Retro Glamour

This bathroom from Mary Patton Design channels the retro glamour of an earlier era. Power blue walls are complemented with a Venetian mirror hanging over a skirted sink, silver-toned plumbing, and gathered window shades.

Link It Up

A wall of bold blue-and-white chain-link wallpaper and a small crystal chandelier on the ceiling gives this powder room from Amy Leferink at Interior Impressions a crisp and dynamic look

Blue Bathroom Sink

A pale blue door leads to this bathroom from Ashley Montgomery Design, with its dark illustrated wallpaper, antique-style mirror, blue backsplash and round powder blue sink.

Blue Mosaic Tile Shower

This Scandinavian apartment from Fantastic Frank features multi-colored blue mosaic wall tile that spills onto the floor, covering the small bathroom in shades of blue that are reminiscent of the interior of an old school swimming pool.

Periwinkle Blue Bathroom

This bathroom from blogger Ursula Carmona of Home Made By Carmona has a simple design and a soothing neutral palette that is lifted with a coat of soft periwinkle wall paint that straddles the line between purple and blue.

Blue and White Bathroom

In this Swedish bathroom from Fantastic Frank, large square wall tiles in shades of deep blue cover every wall, adding depth and contrast to the white and wood tones throughout the room.

Sky Blue Bathroom

This Berlin bathroom from Fantastic Frank is located in an attic apartment with a rooftop terrace covered by a glass roof. A towering wall painted in a celestial shade of blue mimics the view of the sky from the clawfoot tub.

Blue-Green Bathroom Tile

A deep corner nook in this bathroom remodel from A Beautiful Mess takes the focus off the slightly awkward space by turning it into a feature with a wash of small sea-blue floor-to-ceiling mosaic tiles laid in a diamond pattern.

Focus on the Floor

If you want to bring some blue tones into your bathroom without changing everything, focus on one detail. Patterned tile floor in shades of blue turns an otherwise simple bathroom from Fantastic Frank into something memorable.

Navy Blue Bathroom

Saturated navy blue wall paint in this simple bathroom from Casa Watkins Living is testament to the mood-changing power of a bold wall color.

Blue Hex Tile Shower

This bungalow bathroom from Jessica Nelson Design has white walls, a wood vanity, gold accents, and a shower stall covered in deep blue hexagonal tiles that give it a deep sea feeling with a geometric edge.

Blue Bathroom Ceiling

Add an unexpected touch to a nearly all-white bathroom by painting the ceiling in a soothing shade of medium-toned blue, like this airy bathroom from Fantastic Frank.

Blue-and-White Wallpaper

Emily Henderson Design added soft blue-and-white patterned wallpaper to the upper walls of this kids' bathroom that gives it an airy, cloud-like feel. A white bath mat with a blue diamond pattern and blue bath accessories carry the color lightly through the room, and gold-toned accents add a bright metallic touch.

Dark Blue Sink Vanity

This small upstairs bathroom from Jessica Nelson Design is flooded with natural light thanks to the addition of two skylights. Dark blue paint on the double sink vanity grounds the space, a patterned rug with red tones adds warmth, and soft gold-toned hardware and cabinet pulls add some sheen.

Two-Tone Blue Bathroom

When adding blue to a bathroom, don't limit yourself to a single tone. This small bathroom from Jessie Tobias Design uses two shades of blue—pale blue subway tile in the shower and midtone blue paint on the sink vanity—that works together without strictly matching.

Paint the Wainscoting

Matte navy paint covers the vertical shiplap half wall in this primary bathroom from Emily Henderson Design to create a cozy feel. Cool silver accents and gray-toned floor tile are warmed up with an organic wood stool.

Indigo Blue Wallpaper

Don't be afraid to go bold in a tiny space. This powder room from Jessie Tobias Design has indigo blue patterned blue wallpaper that complements the brown wood vanity and shiny gold-toned fixtures.

What is the best shade of blue for a bathroom?

The best shade of blue for a bathroom depends on the look and feel you want. Choose dark navy or teal walls, tiles, and/or flooring for a moody feel. Pair any shade of blue with crisp white accents for a coastal look. Create a light and airy neutral feeling with just a touch of color with pale watery blues paired with white and natural wood accents.

How do you modernize a blue bathroom?

Modernize a blue bathroom by layering at least three shades of the color for a tonal look. You can modernize blue cabinets or shower tiles with black or brass hardware and plumbing fixtures. Freshen up a blue bathroom with crisp white accents and accessories for a coastal feel.

What color goes with a blue bathroom floor?

You can pair a blue bathroom floor with white walls for a simple combo that works in any style room. You can also complement a blue bathroom floor with shades of beige, gray, green, yellow, or brown. Or mix a blue bathroom floor with a darker or lighter shade of blue on the walls for a tonal look.

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