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27 White Bathrooms with Black Accents That Radiate Elegance and Refinement

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Zakhar Ivanisov
Published: December 2, 2021
Updated: December 13, 2023

White Bathroom with Black Accents

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The combination of a white bathroom with black accents never fails to create a striking appeal that transcends both time and trends. Whether you have a modern, farmhouse, traditional, or any other kind of bathroom theme, pairing white with black is a foolproof way to design a stylish space. 

Since white is typically used to create a relaxing environment in the bathroom, opt for this shade when selecting the finishes for your walls and ceilings. Aside from plain wall tiles, other possible options include subway tiles, marble stone tiles, and shiplap, as well as wallpaper for dry areas.

Black, on the other hand, can be incorporated into smaller details such as mirror frames, tapware, shower fixtures and frames, hardware, and décor. Floor tiles with black patterned designs are also a favorite among homeowners because they instantly bring character to a white space.

In bathrooms where the walls and floors are both white, black is usually used for the furniture. Vanity and linen cabinets in black ad a touch of drama and color to a space without breaking the airiness of the interior. 

Take your pick from these 27 white bathrooms with black accents and get inspired to take the next step in elevating the elegance of your bathroom interior.

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White Shiplap with Black Mirror

White Bathroom with Black Accents

Photo: 1920farmhousereno

This modern farmhouse bathroom exudes sophistication with its use of white shiplap walls paired with a black-framed mirror and black-bottomed vintage sink. Inside the shower area, the white stone tile wall is also accented with a black wall niche.

02
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Black Lighting Fixtures and Tapware

White Bathroom with Black Accents

Photo: briemarie1023

Bring warmth to a cottage-style bathroom with a cool color palette by furnishing it with a black industrial-style overhead lamp and vintage black tapware.

Black Shower Door Hardware

CKB 8' Glass Shower Door Handle, Back to Back Glass Door Pull Handle Compatible with 1/4' to 1/2' Thickness Glass for Frameless Shower Doors, Matte Black with 304 Stainless Steel

03
of 27

Black Industrial Details

White Bathroom with Black Accents

Photo: brownies_forever_farmhouse

The black vintage locker and patterned floor tiles bring a contrasting splash of color to this white bathroom. Small décor pieces such, as the wicker basket, gingham towels, and wall signage are also in black, making the use of this shade consistent throughout the space.

04
of 27

Monochromatic White with Bronze Black Sconce

White Bathroom with Black Accents

Photo: brunoandlibby

For an airy vibe, opt for a predominantly white bathroom with black accents. Here, black is used in small quantities such as the wall sconce rails, cabinet hardware, and doorknob. Although used in a tiny way, its contrasting effect brings some much-needed color to the monochromatic interior.

05
of 27

White Subway Tiles and Black Patterned Floor

White Bathroom with Black Accents

Photo: delightedwiththedetails

This charming vintage farmhouse bathroom may be compact, but it brings a lot of punch, starting with the details of its white subway tiles with black grout. The black tones are reflected in the traditional patterned floor tiles, black-bottomed sink, and industrial-style mirror frame.

06
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Shiplap Ceiling, Subway Wall Tiles and Black Traditional Patterned Flooring

White Bathroom with Black Accents

Photo: delightedwiththedetails

07
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Rustic Bathroom with Black Details

White Bathroom with Black Accents

Photo: delightedwiththedetails

A charming bathroom with rustic features, these white walls are paired with splashes of warm wood along with black furniture and fixtures. The combination of the black shower frame, linen cabinet, and minimalist stool along with the antique wooden beams lend warmth to the space, making it an inviting space to just soak and relax in.

08
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Black Cabinet with Scalloped Details and White Shiplap

White Bathroom with Black Accents

Photo: delightedwiththedetails

This compact bathroom oozes tons of style with its use of white shiplap panels for the half wall and ceiling. Warmth and contrast are added with the black tub shelf with a shiplap backing and scalloped apron as well as the black and white hexagon floor tiles.

09
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Greige and Black

White Bathroom with Black Accents

Photo: country_dog_homes

An industrial-style bathroom with a cozy vintage vibe, this space features greige shiplap walls furnished with white appliances and a distressed mirror frame and accented by black wall sconces and black-framed artwork.

Black Bathroom Hardware

Matte Black Bathroom Accessories Set, KLJKPA 4 Pieces Bathroom Hardware Set, 24 inch Towel Bar, Towel Racks for Bathroom, Robe Towel Hooks, Toilet Paper Holder Wall Mounted

10
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White Furniture and Black Décor in a Soft Gray Bathroom

White Bathroom with Black Accents

Photo: delightedwiththedetails

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Shiplap Bathroom and Black Tub

White Bathroom with Black Accents

Photo: farmhouse2020

This compact white bathroom with black accents exudes a charming and cozy vibe with its use of shiplap panels for the walls and ceiling. The black-bottomed tub and tapware bring a dark contrast to the space that works well against the warm wood floor and counter slab vanity.

12
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White Shiplap Wall with Black Décor

White Bathroom with Black Accents

Photo: farmhouse_on_chestnut

A beautiful white bathroom with vintage appeal, this one is furnished with dark accessories to add contrast to the small space. The antique mirror has a black-bronze metallic finish and is paired perfectly with the industrial-style lamps on both sides and the board signage above it.

13
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Black-Edged Details

White Bathroom with Black Accents

Photo: gallagherboyfarm

A unique way of styling a compact white bathroom with black accents is to use black in small, but impactful ways. Here, the color is sparingly used on the wall sconces and towel holder. It’s also used to trace the silhouette of the vintage sink to make it pop.

14
of 27

White Shiplap Walls and Black Door and Vintage Lighting

White Bathroom with Black Accents

Photo: farmhouse_on_chestnut

15
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White Bathroom with Black Hardware

White Bathroom with Black Accents

Photo: farmhouseonchapel

This white and gray bathroom is accessorized with splashes of black, giving the space a bit of contrast along with a calming appeal.

16
of 27

Black Shower Frame

White Bathroom with Black Accents

Photo: favoredfarmhouse

A black shower frame exudes elegance that can elevate the look of your shower area. Here, the rest of the space is filled with white and beige tiles, making it charming without too much contrast.

17
of 27

Marble Subway and Black Flooring

White Bathroom with Black Accents

Photo: greybirchdesigns

An elegant transitional-style bathroom, this one features marble subway tiles with a horizontal running pattern are paired with black stone flooring. Some of the furnishings are finished in black, such as the tapware, shower door handle, and shower fixture.

Black Toilet Room Hardware

Tudoccy 5-Pieces Matte Black Bathroom Hardware Set SUS304 Stainless Steel Round Wall Mounted - Includes 16' Hand Towel Bar, Toilet Paper Holder, 3 Robe Towel Hooks,Bathroom Accessories Kit

18
of 27

The Warmth of Wood and Black

White Bathroom with Black Accents

Photo: happilyeverafterinrosharon

Wood lends a natural warmth to a white-walled bathroom. Here, the coziness of the wooden vanity and flooring is further elevated with the use of black décor, such as the industrial-style wall sconces, tapware, and towel holders.

19
of 27

Sleek in Black

White Bathroom with Black Accents

Photo: my_home_journey_

Gorgeous and modern, this bathroom showcases the perfect mix of white with black accents. The elegance of the black vanity, shower frame, shower panel, niche trims, and plant stand is emphasized through the use of marble tiles as the bathroom’s main wall finish.

20
of 27

Modern White Bathroom with Black Shower and Sink

White Bathroom with Black Accents

Photo: homewithmila

21
of 27

Black Herringbone Vanity

White Bathroom with Black Accents

Photo: houseonforesttrail

The rich black-stained herringbone details of this bathroom vanity will instantly capture your attention. The dark base cabinet is matched by the tapware and vintage mirror for a cohesive look.

22
of 27

White Industrial Bathroom with Black Furnishings

White Bathroom with Black Accents

Photo: interiorswag

The use of black for the wire cabinet, transitional style black vanity, vintage wall sconce, and traditional patterned tiles all lend a stunning contrast to the white shiplap walls. Here, gold serves as a metallic accent through the cabinet handles and mirrors, bringing an elegant twist to this industrial-style bathroom.

23
of 27

Circled in Black

White Bathroom with Black Accents

Photo: lifeamongthecedars

In this space, the curved décor and accessories are all finished in black, including the mirror frame, artwork, cabinet knobs, lighting base, and paper towel holder. Although subtle, the consistency of the color’s application brings emphasis to the tiny details of this white bathroom.

24
of 27

Graphic Diamond Flooring

White Bathroom with Black Accents

Photo: theredfernhome

25
of 27

White, Black, and Green

White Bathroom with Black Accents

Photo: mysouthern_farmhouse

Inject cheerfulness to a white bathroom with black accents by incorporating a third color. This bathroom showcases Sherwin William’s Quietude. The muted green color pairs perfectly with the white shiplap walls and vanity countertop. The black accents in the mirror frame, tapware, and cabinet hardware bring striking contrast to both the white and green hues.

26
of 27

Black Frames in a White Space

White Bathroom with Black Accents

Photo: takemehomecedarroad

The black color applied to the mirror, wall sconce holders, and tapware may have been used sparingly, but the contrasting effect lends an elegant, transitional appeal to the white walls and rustic bathroom vanity.

27
of 27

Black Transitional Vanity Décor

White Bathroom with Black Accents

Photo: ker_webb

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Zakhar Ivanisov

Meet Zakhar Ivanisov, a Seattle-based entrepreneur and design enthusiast at the helm of Soul & Lane. With a heart full of passion, Zakhar blends his business acumen and a keen eye for aesthetics to create spaces that are as inviting as they are stylish. His venture into the world of home decor and organization reflects a unique fusion of entrepreneurial spirit and a genuine love for transforming living spaces.

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