Chateau Master Suite Transformation: So much Progress in the BATHROOM!

[@stephaniegaromon3244]

I sell real estate and I’ve gone into hundreds of homes some of them with black marble. The black marble is truly a nightmare. It shows hard water stains, rings from water glasses, soap scum and it never looks clean. On the other hand classic white marble always looks good. It can be 40 years old and still it looks good. I think the dark chestnut color stain would look classic and beautiful. ❤

[@suzannestubbins]

I agree, they look horrible like a black stain smudge the walls

[@Motherhubbard170]

Anna and Phillip, you are lucky to get this knowledge from the horses mouth before you go ahead; its horrible finding out after its installed

[@deannasills7459]

White marble. Dark stain. Chestnut would be lovely. I have white countertops with dark coffee cabinets. And I love it

[@-htl-]

Would not go for brown-chesnut, it will offset the black and white design. A black wash showing the grains is more fitting.

[@andrewgremlich]

Ziggy playing with the drone shadow 😂

[@saraviegas2141]

love the natural wood vanity, brightens up the bathroom and brings more life to it. Also the grey bathtub looks great, it would be too much black if it was fully black imo

[@thornyback]

black countertops in a bathroom are so impractical. And the black trend that's been going strong is fading out because it doesn't hold up and look good for more than 2 weeks.

[@kerriegreen9057]

I agree the natural wood vanity is lovely & the bath looks good on the video, it looks black as is. Black marble no :(

[@chemokiki]

@@thornyback I was thinking the wooden vanity itself looked just a bit too Danish Modern. Can't blame them after that sailing trip!

[@abigailsweet3879]

I personally think the cabinet for the sink should stay natural, there is already a lot of high contrast in the room, it reflects the light and adds just enough warmth to the space to be cosy without being the focal point. It also creates a beautiful juxtaposition between the rooms connected that I don’t think would be achievable any darker. Love how it’s all coming along and know it’s going to be stunning! 😍

[@marianahomes]

I agree. Light marble on both tops and lighter natural cabinet go great with all the current selections. Bathrooms benefit from staying lighter in tones. I also had black countertops in bathroom and kitchen, horrible how much light they absorb and all the soap, streaks, dust and toothpaste shows immediately after cleaning.

[@tussilein2012]

I totally agree.

[@michelekerneder2771]

I agree natural or black

[@Cblackburn3083]

My parents have a bathroom with black marble countertops…and they are THE WORST at showing dust and water marks. You may want to stick with the lighter Carrera marble for the countertops. Imho

[@catherineg6861]

@@Cblackburn3083 it has to be sealed. Marble needs to constantly be re-sealed otherwise you’ll have that issue. Plus it’s very porous so it’s more likely to stain. Granite will depend on the density of the stone.

[@janeharris6925]

What you missed on the label among other things, is that it damages your liver. Might be a drawback for someone who likes wine.

[@mariachi3336]

Black countertops are quite annoying in my opinion. Shows all the dust and minerals stain from dried up water. Have it in my kitchen and really dislike it. Imagine the white splotches from toothpaste and things 😅

[@user-xs6rj3zm1i]

I had the same experience. It ALWAYS looked dirty.

[@calgram]

Agree 100%. You have to commit to being VERY clean and tidy up after yourself constantly. A busy household, with kids and projects is going to make that difficult. Maybe get samples of dark patterned granite in matte finish. Much more forgiving and easier to live with.

[@caroy2171]

Yes, the toothpaste on black marble will drive you to change it , don't do it 😂

[@lindacarruthers3423]

Black is a constant pain for the reasons mentioned above.

[@ThatsJustPeechy]

You’re exactly right!!!

[@jenng.7939]

Let me preface by saying I used to design kitchens and bathrooms and that most things are simply a matter of preference. 1) Cooler and warmer tones CAN work together. Bringing in the slightly warmer wall paint color actually works here, giving it a "lived in" feel and works well with the color of the adjoining rooms. A starker white would make it feel more modern (which is fine, if that's what's desired). 2) For the tub, if you're doing anything other than white (black, copper, platinum), it's because you want the tub to be the focus of the space. Painting the vanity black to match (although it would work) would defeat that purpose. 3) For the vanity, a stain/wash that would match the floors in the adjoining rooms would add some continuity between the spaces with a natural wood element. 4) For the countertop, I'd pick a white marble with bold grey veining (similar to the floor). For fun, I would play with the ledge next to the tub - white or black marble or even the same wood as the vanity would work! Ana, I know whatever you decide it will look fantastic!😍😘☺

[@wendynj2]

Love your ideas! And I agree especially with your comment about the warm tone of the walls being a good counter-balance to the cool tones of the shower and floor. A stark white would be too harsh, imo. Good suggestions all around!

[@jennytraviss3805]

I agree. Especially No.4 - would bring in the grey veining from the floor tile. Could also pick up on the color of the bath. Not too much black. And also a chandelier would add a touch of elegance.

[@stanandlizclark8358]

Totally agree. Keep the vanity the same colour as the floors in the other room. Don’t do black stain you’ll regret it. The more natural wood colour adds warmth.

[@carlaw7619]

Agree, keep the vanity natural wood and match the floor in the adjoining room. Don’t do black!

[@jenng.7939]

@@stanandlizclark8358 Right?! Watching Ana stand between the tub and the vanity, I thought what a beautiful contrast! It gives it that "collected" feel.

[@cq5069]

Hi guys, I've been following you for a couple years and I hardly ever comment but I just wanted to say, I think black marble would be a nightmare to keep clean in a bathroom since you would see every little bit of limescale on there... But I love the light in the toilet ! Xxx from Swizerland :)

[@InTheGardenOfGethsemane]

Oh yeah, that's well thought ! Specially with how hard the water is in France, can not be overlooked for maintenance.

[@outofoblivionproductions4015]

Happy to help.

[@dorothywonderbread7480]

Agree, we have it in the kitchen. Nightmare.

[@liddyphillips8423]

19:54 hi, I love timber finished, but in this case I would paint the vanity unit in the same colour as the walls and use the white marble as counter top.

[@kylieharrison3782]

I totally agree with you.

[@extraordinarywomennextchapter]

On the video, the walls looks very yellow, like there is a yellow (warm undertone), whereas the floor is cool. It might just be the camera, but I think the walls are messing with your color choices for the vanity. I would paint it to match the walls so it blends in. Maybe the question is what do you want to pop? The bathtub or the vanity? Too many "look at ME's" in one tiny room can be overwhelming to the eye. The floor is busy, and it is a statement. The tub compliments the floor. The walls and the vanity have to play supporting roles. I would paint the vanity in the same shade as the walls, so it blends in...then your fixtures will totally pop! (and not fight with the floor)

[@monalisa6222]

while it's just white / black / creamy then it still can be matching perfectly well. and I agree the cabinet needs to be painted the same color as the walls

[@Kenzalina_]

Yes, I completely agree with you. It looks like they picked each element without considering the overall design right now. I don’t think they will be happy with a black countertop in the long run either. It will show absolutely every hard water stain and particle of dust.

[@Grace-st6id]

definitely white marble all around and please don't stain that beautiful cabinet so dark that it loses the grain! Otherwise everything is looking beautiful! Wall color is great and doesnt clash with the tile like others are saying. All the cool tones and tile need the warmth of the paint and a rich toned stain on the vanity!

[@shannonphx407]

100%. Ash brown stain on vanity will keep that gorgeous warm wood grain. It will look classic with white carrera on top. Absolutely dreamy. If it seems too heavy with the dark bath, it could be fun to do a gold, pewter or copper foil treatment. That bit of bling might be interesting. Happy decorating!

[@notsurewhatisgoingon]

I love the natural wood with the wall color, I think it brings in added warmth against the cooler black and white in the bathroom and cool blue dressing room.

[@victoriavicky2437]

Creamy warm colour doesn’t match with cold bluish tiles in the shower and the floor. U need only the cold palette of colours for the room. Then natural colour of the wood would blend perfectly. At the end as long as u r happy)

[@monalisa6222]

that is a classic scheme, I actually love it

[@MaryWalker-i5p]

I agree. The warm blush color has a brown tone to it that clashes with the gray blues of the shower tiles and the black/white floor tiles. A pale bluish gray would have worked on the walls and would mesh with the blue in the bedroom.

[@BlackDino468]

It doesn't clash depending on the finishing touches. The finishing touches could totally make the cream and grey work. Contrast is a basic in color theory, and many successful designs and add campaigns use cream, grey, and black. 👍

[@kenrocky6051]

since you asked, I think there is a lot going on in that bathroom, Black and white floors, painted tub, wood grain vanity, gray tiled shower, different vanity top and bath surround and then the cream walls. Wow

[@hopegrable]

I just love you guys! Your willingness to vlog the messy middle bits until you've made your final decisions is so humbling and so brave. Especially since people can be so mean in the comments. I totally would have played it safe and brought one of the wall colors from the other rooms into the bathroom and then went with all white for the tub and sink base /top so they match and don't clash with the floor or the walls. The tiles in the shower are so gorgeous, but their cool tones seem to clash a bit with the current wall color. I know you guys will sort it out and it will be stunning when you're all done, because that's what always happens. Thank you for sharing your journey and demonstrating what it means to take chances and flex your creative muscles, especially you, Philip. You definitely don't look a day over 30. 💪👏😎💖✨

[@micha--]

I feel like you have already a lot going on in that bathroom with different tiles for the shower wall, shower floor and main floor... So maybe you could try and match the cabinet, countertop and possibly bathtub color to the existing tones in the tiles

[@calgram]

Agree! Don't introduce another color with the wood cabinet (whatever stain you might choose). I'd paint it to match the walls, let it recede into the 'landscape' of the bathroom and let the tile floors and countertop, and that wonderful bathtub be the stars of the show.

[@LanguageIsAMusic]

Not sure that question at 00:24 was directed at me, the “Can you hear the music” question.. but, yep. I still can. Seriously, the transition is the transition in music, you can trust it will do its own thing and function perfectly in itself, and I’ll never forget that video of the floor work with the music you used. You even got the change in genre on rhythm. High five.

[@michelleoleary7109]

Love the floor seal scene, gave me a good chuckle 😂

[@shellyshelly1870]

As someone who has black granite countertops, they would not be my choice. They never feel clean. I’m sure whatever you choose will be beautiful.

[@marilynleslie472]

The floor is stunning, but I think the wall color fights it. Why not try a pale gray with a slightly bluish cast to it.

[@unnirenesilen5602]

Totally agree❤

[@kristinrogersdotter5492]

It's the warm undertones fighting the cool undertones That being said, this is a thousand times nicer already than any bathroom I've ever been in

[@onetrickpony2236]

I would have gone for white walls or different tiles/another floor since I love the wall color.

[@sarahbiermann5889]

I agree too.

[@elesegabauer9811]

I also agree 🙏🏻

[@user-qp1qy5sh2o]

Please don't stain that cabinet!!!! That natural color is SO BEAUTIFUL and it goes perfectly with all the black and white

[@dragonbry67]

Stain it black. Not all wood needs to be natural.

[@kerriegreen9057]

White marble with lots of dark contrasting veining would bring it all together, the bath looks great as it is! lovely

[@lisaa8437]

I like natural for the cabinet!

[@sabalight2558]

Yes, but not too light. It doesn't look classical - classy.

[@dslociceroarchitect]

I love to see Ziggy chasing the drone shadow! Made my morning.

[@lisaa8437]

Mirror lights not good, agree with Anna!

[@user-lp3he2cy4u]

Have you considered a porcelain countertop? You can get them to look exactly like marble, and there is virtually no maintenance - no staining or anything. Good luck! It's looking beautiful. My favourite part are the floor tiles. Stunning!

[@maerorable]

Not sure about the cool toned tiles against that warm beige wall colour. I'm sorry to say, but this room might need another green moment ;) Or just a complimentary blue to the neighbouring rooms.

[@sophiekarnak3936]

Totally agree, I think the yellowy walls with all the cool toned marble is what is throwing the whole scheme off and making it so hard to choose finishes for the vanity, top, tub, and shelf. Repaint the walls in a very pale blue-gray and it will all come together and be much easier to choose the remaining finishes.

[@BlackDino468]

No! No more green. No more. I know a color adviser who recommends to never use yellow or green in bathrooms bc of how it makes light skin look. And blue can also be not complimentary to light skin. It's one of the reasons I love their dining room color, gives that glow that bars use with warm or red lights to make people look better to each other.

[@SimplyBellaa_xo]

The white marble with the natural wood would be gorgeous!

[@sylvianblue]

The natural colour is so nice and definitely works

[@douglasmcdonald6467]

I absolutely love when you guys do decorating and renovating. It’s very inspiring

[@MrsMojica-i7u]

I absolutely love following this family! Anna and Philip it’s looking just lovely. Wow the progress is amazing. I cannot wait to see it furnished.

[@gemmapetersen4027]

I LOVE the diamond floor! So classic and timeless! My husband and I rent a house that has black granite for the bathroom counter. We don't have particularly hard water but it still manages to show all the water marks. It's on my list of "Things to never put in a future home" haha

[@Helen-qb4gv]

Milk wash and seal the vanity. It will take away the red/ yellow and still show the grain. Light marble top and white sinks.

[@TheDog_Chef]

What she said! personal I think the tub looks great!

[@giselegrota2355]

Yes, go safe, you can change it later

[@karenproud3175]

Agreed.

[@hannathuv]

Omg ziggy chasing the drone shadow is the cutest thing 🥹🥹

[@mark3863]

Don't risk drilling mounting hole in the mirror for the lights, rather use an epoxy, I speak from experience. Another option for the vanity would be to apply a "bleached" finish, which would complement the walls and provide a sense of antiquity and look original.

[@HowToRenovateAChateau]

thanks for the tip with epoxy!

[@3_3645]

Or white wax

[@marianahomes]

@@3_3645 Agree on both points.

[@susannanorris4496]

I like the bleached idea for the vanity...

[@jaynegregory5975]

Love love love ❤ the natural wood look on Benoit’s cabinet

[@amellenthin1]

Black granite is less porous than the Carrera marble but it shows everything.Even after being sealed. Waterdrops, etching, rings. Carrera stains but is more forgiving because of the patterning. In the US and probably Europe, there are lifetime sealers for slabs. I would select taller lights for the vanity. You could stain the vanities gray which would go with everything you have chosen thus far. Even if you have to water down paint to make your own color wash. Then a clear topcoat with a satin finish. Hope that helps. Designer, CA, USA

[@clindsay8362]

Never knew sealing a floor could have me in stitches!😆

[@annelegouil301]

I vote for natural wood and white counter tops. Elegant, simple, will never look dated

[@valbutton1816]

My husband and I like the natural oak. Celebrate Benoit's beautiful work. PLEASE.

[@cherylrleigh1912]

That floor is absolutely stunning! Every detail of your renovations is brilliantly executed.

[@HowToRenovateAChateau]

Glad you like it!

[@clairelample6109]

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[@clareking4434]

Ziggy verses the drone is fabulous 😂😂

[@idaslpdhr]

I think you both need to stand back and check your colour's you already have black and white floor tiles, grey shower tiles then you want to stain the vanity dark and put Black marble on the top (by the way you will be forever wiping it, it always looks grubby} and you then have a grey black bath, And then a cream colour on the walls ?????

[@ThatsJustPeechy]

You nailed!!!

[@BlackDino468]

Lots of chateau have this combination as a base. It's how you finish it with details and textiles that can tie it all togethe. You listed colors that are basically all neutrals...or nearly all neutrals...anything can go with them. Almost anything. Have to be a touch careful with that cream, but so much can go with it. They have a good base

[@0210rokvist]

I am sure you will make the right choices

[@freudulant]

I’ll be interested to see the finished bathroom. My eyes don’t quite love the mix of cool grey tones with the warmer paint tone and then more stark contrasting black and white. But I’m sure it will all come together beautifully and I just can’t envision it yet

[@christinegarant4801]

I learned in school each room needs something Light, something Bright, something Dark, and something Dull… to achieve a Classic Balance. I agree with being delicate at this point and not adding too much more black just enough to bring a thread of repetition.

[@dawnbell681]

I love how you work together to resolve a matter. I think your decisions are spot on!!!❤ I truly love your channel. I learned about things I have no knowledge of, you take me on adventures, I otherwise would not have the opportunity to go, I am tickled with humor and get to see raw talent on display all while seeing a healthy family unit at work!!! I could go on and on about your channel like meeting Benoit, I mean, you give us so much, and I, for one, am so grateful and thankful for all of your hard work!!❤❤❤❤ A heart for each of you!

[@AlexAlex-gj4jd]

Black marble or granite is a nightmare. It ALWAYS looks dirty. I have lived with black granite countertops for 25 years and while I love the look, they have scratched, left rings when different cleaning bottles leaked on them, etc...

[@goodfruitseason]

Did you ever get them sealed? All granite will get stains if you don’t seal it. I can’t speak for marble after sealing, but i do know stone needs to be sealed.

[@3_3645]

Water stains and for myself hard water stains

[@catherineg6861]

You need to seal it and depends on the type of granite. Some are denser than others. My parents have had granite countertops for over 20 years. No stains. No scratches.

[@catherineg6861]

@@goodfruitseasonI think marble has to be sealed more frequently than say granite. Granite is much more durable while marble is more porous. Marble is definitely easier to stain. Like I would never have marble in my kitchen because of things like tomato sauce. Might be ok though if you wipe it up quickly. But if it sat there for any length of time because you didn’t realize you spilled something, then that would be a different story.

[@sarahowick5456]

Agree 100% I have black counters in my kitchen and they never look good-water marks

[@carlygrace2]

I really like the paint color. It’s just the right amount of warmth.

[@Strocophate]

The cream color on the walls clashes with the grey tones in the shower and floor tiles.

[@kfx216]

It does, kinda, but it's a great color that really brightens the room, and there are lots of ways to bring it in. Things that look too matchy matchy lack interest.

[@monalisa6222]

it actually looks interesting

[@SiddiGorsky-xc7ub]

No I agree. The cream isn’t quite right with the grey marble at least on the screen anyway

[@demoisellecrane]

I agree, there is a lot of grey around the shower area and of course the bath, and the wall colour looks sickly green against it.

[@LisaTutman-Oglesby]

Oh, how I enjoy watching this house project unfold. Your selections are interesting, beautiful, and inspiring. It all works so well. I love that Anna doesn't mind acknowledging when she's not quite in love with a paint color or fixture and Philipp is OK with switching it out without a fuss. It's fun to watch how you work together to find the best choice for each space. I'm looking forward to the huge, detailed, history-laden, tip-filled, photo-centered, project-oriented, Chateau-illustrated book, that I hope you're writing. I'd buy that book along with an extra one as a gift.

[@sandrasydney3039]

Given that you have cream/off white walls, black and white floor, grey tiles and grey and white bath, I would consider arabescato marble, one that incorporates all the different colours that are in your room (with a predominent light background) and have that one marble on the bath ledge, vanity top and shower base. Choose the marble first and then the vanity cabinet can blend to the marble allowing a more natural wood tone. Yes the marble is expensive but it will blend old chateau to your more contempory style - while it will add a further pattern to the mix your room is large enough to handle it.

[@denisemarle4141]

Yes, I have to agree and that way you keep the natural wood as is, with just a clear finish. Plus arabescato marble in the right tones will blend back to the wall colour... the bath colour looks great to me. ❤🦘

[@aliciabrewer7924]

I loved watching Ziggy chase the drone’s shadow 😅

[@unnirenesilen5602]

Please change yhe wall coulor to white or an elegant light grey. Go with white countertop and grey/ black cabinet❤️

[@gerardinehealyminard6984]

Love the natural wood & the colour of the bath as it is❤

[@gaston2836]

Hello, thank you so much for sharing your amazing journey. I really like your take on keeping the traditional feel of a chateau with a modern twist. Always with good taste. 😊 On the subject of the vanity, maybe I'm wrong, but it looks like oak. If it is, the more traditional and perhaps soft look would be to leave the color natural and take a white/ soft grey mat marble countertop (just like it would have been on an old "vanity table"). I agree with Philip that right now it looks kind of modern cheap but hear me out: the oak will age and darker with natural light ( as long as you don't put anti uv finish on it), and that will look the most original to the place in 2 or 3 years. However there is a high chance the woodstain will look a bit meh in those 2/3 years... Hope this is a little helpful.

[@jenecossey5187]

I love Phillip's trippy comments when applying the tile sealer 😂😂😂

[@kerry-leepowell7132]

I don't think all the different tiles look busy, I love the texture that they're giving; no need for much decor when ceramics take centre stage and that is beauty and simplicity and function all in one fell swoop!

[@rosswaghorn2844]

Oh poor Ziggy being teased by the drone at the end… gave me giggles… thank u. Ross Brisbane Australia

[@JoaninFlorida]

I had a black sink once and I ended up hating it. Hard water stains were impossible to clean.

[@judymadge7347]

I am currently renovating a quaint stone cottage (vastly different to a French chateau!), however, the decisions are still difficult and, once made, there is a quiet state of anxiety whilst waiting for installation to take place...my laundry was installed today....We had a HUGE sigh of relief at just how lovely it looks! Now for the kitchen...(listen for the sounds of my teeth grinding and my nails being eaten in my sleep!)

[@nancywhitehead6397]

Paint not stain the cabinet Black then use the Carrera Marble top and it will look stunning. You might even want to try a sample board of a black laquer finish on the cabinet for contrast from all the softer finishes...You could also finish off the area around the shower with a thin Black marble twisted rope piece that you will have to experiment with to see what width to use then fonish the area with the White Carerra marble. When you do these things it will finish it off better and look more custom and historically they often played with this type of thing with tile and marble.

[@HowToRenovateAChateau]

interesting idea!

[@almawebber]

the bath looks perfect and natural vanity

[@merana59]

Mirror lights are ugly. I'm sure you can find something nicer that you won't need to chance drilling hole in glass for...

[@sabalight2558]

I think, the holes are allready there.

[@sarahbiermann5889]

It’s so fun designing your spaces! You two work well together!

[@dawnclements9644]

Don’t do the dark marble. Every drip and drop of water will leave a mark. Keep you bathroom classic, light and airy. I would like the tub all white. White marble counter tops. Paint (not stain) the vanity white. The white with the creamy walls will be dreamy

[@shirleyrice7093]

I prefer the natural with the brown as a second choice, but I love the tub and the floor. The shower is exquisite. I trust Anna’s color choices. Whatever you do, I will love it.

[@carolinebcollier]

Please do not stain that beautiful cabinet so dark. The lighter (yes brown, Philip) wood stains/tones will create a lovely contrast and add needed warmth amongst the cool marbles. I hate to say it but I think such a dark stain will cheapen it. I much preferred Anna’s first choice. I also have no qualms about painting wood, but it would be a travesty to paint such good quality wood and craftsmanship. Edit to add for what’s it’s worth: I am a degreed and practicing interior designer. I see some not so great advice in these comments. I love the new wall color. It absolutely does not clash with the tile. It’s lovely. I think repainting was a solid choice.

[@sabalight2558]

Yes, but doesn't a pale stain and natural wood look make this corner too rustical and not really classic anymore ? Like Philipp said, more like a barn renovation than a chateau renovation ? But ok, with the design, maybe it would look a bit contemporary and they love style mixes as well.

[@carolinebcollier]

@@sabalight2558 I agree an especially light stain would look too rustic for the look I believe they are trying to create, but a medium tone like Anna initially referenced would still have a formality to it. Especially bearing in mind the overall style of the cabinet - as you said. I’m eager to see which hardware they will select, as that could significantly impact the feel as well.

[@susannahwhitaker994]

Don’t stain that beautiful wood ,just a clear varnish, it would be a sin. If you had wanted a dark wood ,why have in made in beautiful oak 🤗

[@betha5539]

I absolutely love the natural wood cabinet with black top.

[@judysoubry5146]

I think you can find a better light solution for the bathroom mirrors …

[@barbharris8376]

YES I agree.

[@michapowell]

Omg Ziggy chasing the drone's shadow at the end was the absolute cutest thing 😆

[@lindadq3742]

I would stain it light grey, and have a countertop of the white marble. So that the only black in the room will be the flooring and the bathtub to stand out. And not mix so much with big pieces of furniture in black. Just the tub as an decorative piece. if that makes sense.

[@nitaguerrero7742]

Yes, the white tile picks up the Shower color going well together.

[@kristooley4112]

I hardly ever comment but have to say I feel like you have too many contrasting colors going on and black marble tops are a nightmare to keep clean looking. Then again, your taste is always brilliant, so what do I know lol....

[@MoniqueDiCarlo]

Keep the wood as it is, it’s beautiful!!

[@ricardathomason5485]

I agree, walls are too warm. If you stain the cabinet dark you need a white top like the tub. Dark counter tops are not popular from the few people I know that have had them. Right now I feel there are two clashing points of interest, the tub and the cabinet. I guess you need to equal ice them or one should blend in and the other stand out. Does that make sense 🤔Make the cabinet warm to go with walls with white top that way floor and tub are focal point 🤷🏼‍♀️I am rambling, what do I know.

[@maryrusso8417]

The sink base black would be fabulous...and the tub is lovely as is...:)

[@micha--]

I would prefer brass or black metall light fixtures on the mirror, the main thing about the ugly ones that bothered me was the base tbh

[@rebeccaparker9301]

I like the natural colour of the wood! I like the grey bath and definitely Carrara marble! Love the paint colour.

[@DLRTraynorCoberly]

For formal bathroom, on the mirror; I would choose miniature chandelier.

[@DitaRean]

The bath is going to be gorgeous!

[@theharringtons2010]

Black countertops are the worst for showing up dust and white stains..

[@fransgeers7400]

The tube ceiling lights look awesome!

[@TaniaKapa]

The wall colour, while it is a great one, it kinda doesnt feel quite right...unless perhaps it somehow transfers to the blinds on the windows combined with some black details. Also the lights on the mirror...yeap, not the ones. Perhaps smt not so industrial (not so modern) but still clear glass...hmmm perhaps if they had a small black base and then just the glass, they could also transfer juuuuust a tiny bit of the black tiles upwards connecting everything...

[@cinnamonmartin]

I have never commented before, but felt that must comment now to say you will both collaborate together to make the best decision for the two of you. I enjoy watching your family’s journey. Take care.

[@CitizenTurtleIsland]

The bathtub colour looks good on my monitor... in relation to the other colours. Good luck figuring it out. You do need to distance yourself a bit to think it through but then, in the end, not compromise. It'll bug you forever. - One thing... all the tile choices seem to have a slightly cool undertone but the wall paint seems to be creamy with a warm undertone. Hmmm.

[@victoriavicky2437]

Yeah, I’ve noticed that too. Cold and warm mixed together never match.

[@maychia216]

Natural wood vanity w white carerra marble. Classic. Can't wait to see all come together❤

[@harjinderkaur8971]

If you have hard water, please do not go with a dark marble.. you will start seeing water rings

[@hintex487]

Love seeing the progress, thanks for sharing the design mistakes too - it helps us all learn!

[@janicewilmes4005]

Black shows every little bit of dirt.

[@genevam8828]

The bathroom is coming together beautifully! I love the floor and new paint color. They work so well together. I would suggest picking mirror lights that match the finishing of the sink facet.

[@hollykeller1545]

P has the best sense of humor!!! I too painted something black recently and it turned out to be that same dark grey! I went and bought a different brand and redid the part I’d finished. A bathtub would be a different story maybe!❣️👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@kimhawk6919]

I hate to say it but I think I would absolutely paint the cabinet to match the walls. And white marble. I probably would have gone with a paint color on the walls that was a bit more complimentary to the white marble. And then a black tub would work. You have a lot going on in a smaller space there. It’s all lovely. If I was feeling extra French Queen, I would do all of that and paint the tub exterior gold.

[@pattydriver9562]

I have a white marble and a navy blue cabinet in my bath! It’s striking.

[@Heritagebrowser-JethroMortier]

why not going for a complementing grey kind of marble/granite in between the white and the black.

[@absurdgal]

natural wood for sure! it’s beautiful and feels right in the room and chateau

[@mrs.e3909]

Darker colors show a lot of dust and lint in a bathroom. You will probably thank yourself in the future to stick with lighter wood tones and countertops.

[@gracereddin1148]

I’m with Benoit on the vanity, I would keep the natural wood colour and maybe try the white marble with it. Everything looks beautiful though as always!😊

[@mlundbaron]

How about matching the cabinet in the bathroom to the wall color in the bedroom?

[@deniereynolds6119]

I love the charcoal on the tub. It compliments the white tiles with gray veins.