Beadboard is one of the most popular ways to add texture and dimension to your design for a bathroom remodeling project. This style is particularly popular in coastal homes that want a beach house vibe which means Tampa homeowners love beadboard!

Many people refer to beadboard as wainscoting; however, there are a few differences between the two. Wainscoting if made of large inset panels whereas beadboard features wood plants that are small and vertically lined. Beadboard is traditionally used on the lower half of the wall to create a distinct line between the lower and top halves of the walls; however, there are a few other ways to use beadboard creatively during bathroom remodeling. 

  1. Penny Tile- Paring beadboard with penny tile creates a classic aesthetic that never goes out of style. Penny tile is a black and white mosaic tiles that are only 1 inch across. These tiles can be used to created larger blocks that are used to tile your bathroom floors. 
  2. Classic Marble- Beadboard can be used to create a French countryside aesthetic when paired with upscale fixtures such as marble countertops and flooring. Baby blue or light grey paint or wallpaper on the wall above the baseboard can be used to accent the natural hues of marble tiles. 
  3. Painted Beadboard- While beadboard is traditionally white, this material can be painted to complement any color palette you have in mind for your bathroom remodeling project. If you have wanted to explore dark colors in your bathroom, beadboard that goes half up the wall is a fantastic way to introduce darker shades into the design without overwhelming the space. 
  4. Beadboard on the Ceiling- Beadboard is not just for the walls! Many homeowners are now installing beadboard on their ceilings to create texture, dimension, and a unique design for bathroom remodeling. 

Beadboard is simple yet versatile and can be appropriate for any bathroom design. The material can be installed vertically or horizontally, on the walls or ceiling, all the way up or only halfway up the wall. Using beadboard is the perfect way to restyle your bathroom and create a fresh look. 

If you need a bathroom remodeling professional, call The Bath & Kitchen Gallery at 813-296-6871.