Your bathroom wall is one of the largest things in the room. It is the canvas for the work of art that is your bathroom. It deserves attention.

Bathroom wall decorating ideas usually begin with paint or wallpaper. That might be the place to begin, but you might opt instead to consider cabinets.

Cabinets

If you already have cabinets on your bathroom walls, decide whether you still want them. If the room is small, you may want to remove cabinets to make it look larger. Where will you put toiletries? Consider two options.

1. In-wall Cabinets.
Open space between wall studs. Install an in-wall cabinet with open shelves or mirrored door. Some in-wall cabinets are made with stylish molding, and can give your bathroom walls a custom look. To install a cabinet in your bathroom wall, simply cut an opening between the studs. Apply adhesive, insert the cabinet, and you’re done. Caution: Be sure no pipes or heating ducts run through the wall area you intend to use. Wires can be pushed behind or above your cabinet.

2. Thin Profile Cabinets.
Hang a thin cabinet above the sink. Surround it with lighting appropriate for personal grooming needs.

Lighting

Decorating bathroom walls with lighting achieves two purposes. Your bathroom can have light where you need it, and the walls can be beautified with the right fixtures. For a clean, uncluttered look, use a cornice molding for indirect lighting all around the room where the ceiling meets the bathroom walls. Place discreet recessed lighting above shower / tub. Add strong lighting around the mirror for personal grooming. For larger bathrooms, add a sconce light or two near the toilet.