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While the sight of pink bathrooms can be a dealbreaker for some hopeful homeowners as they shop for a home, many people are still in love with the popular 1950s look.
And for good reason, too. As one TikToker has recently shown us, pink tiles can get a modern makeover by adding some updated touches, which is exactly what she did when she added a few coats of paint and some chic accessories to her pink bathroom. Okay, I'm ready to admit it, I'm in love.
Woman Gives Vintage Bathroom a Pretty Update
When TikToker @highboyla captioned her video to say she was giving her vintage bathroom an update, I thought for sure she was going to have to break out the sledgehammer to demolish the pink tiles covering the space.
But, instead, she decided to cover her cabinets and trim in a different shade of pink, bringing the whole room together and softening the way it felt. Then she added new curtains and a few accessories (like art and a lamp), giving the space a modern refresh, no demo needed.
People Loved the Upgrade
Current trends lean toward a more neutral palette these days, so we're all so used to seeing gray and beige spaces. That's why it was nice to watch @highboyla keep the bathroom's original tile intact, opting to update other parts of the bathroom instead. And I'm not alone in my appreciation for her decision, since other fans of the upgrade were quick to jump into the comments to celebrate her for keeping the space true to its history.
"Thank u for keeping it OG," one person wrote as a nod to the original colors.
"Those tiles, floor, and wall are 'chef's kiss,'" another person added.
Yes, You Can Paint Tile
While most of us are obsessed with the pretty-in-pink bathroom, it's definitely not for everyone. Fortunately, Benjamin Moore's blog says you can paint tile to achieve a different look without the added cost of replacement, and there are a few things you need to know before you get started.
First, painted tile doesn't hold up as well as regular tile, so you may eventually need to retouch it. Additionally, bathroom wall tiles are harder to maintain due to moisture, so if you have a humid bathroom, this may not be the best option for you. Benjamin Moore even warns against this process in damp bathrooms, since the paint can peel or blister.
But if you're willing to take the risk, or if your bathroom humidity isn't a problem, you are going to need the right tools to make this work. According to Benjamin Moore, that means:
- Quality paint brushes, rollers, or a sprayer
- Tape
- A tile cleaner designed for mold and mildew
- A tile degreaser
- Scraper, sander, and 400-grit sandpaper
- Protective gear
While these aren't the only things you'll need (you may also need to repair broken tiles), they'll certainly help you get started and give you a good idea of what to purchase to get ready for this kind of DIY.
