The top 10 summer bathroom trends for 2022, according to Pinterest

The days are getting warmer, the evenings are getting lighter, and birds are chirping in the bushes. Summer is fast approaching, and that means just one thing – home renovation! 

The bathroom experts at Showers to You were keen to uncover the latest bathroom trends for Summer 2022. By deep-diving into Pinterest, they found the trendiest bathroom designs and ranked them in order of most to least popular. 

Whether you’re just looking for some trendy bathroom ideas or are already pretty knowledgeable about bathroom design, take a read of this rundown of the up-and-coming bathroom trends.

2022’s top 10 summer bathroom trends

1. Bathroom fireplace

Though the days of taking a bath in a metal tub in front of a fire may seem long gone, it is making something of a modernised resurgence. Bathroom fireplaces are increasingly popular online, with 992 boards and a huge 191,178 pins on Pinterest alone, and it makes sense. Who wouldn’t want to soak in a luxurious bubble bath while a fire crackles nearby and step out of the tub into a toasty warm room? 

To create this trend in your own bathroom, remember that you’ll only need a small fire. Bathrooms can often be one of the smallest rooms in our homes, so you need a fireplace proportional to the rest of the space. The rest of the decor is up to you, but go for warm colours and cosy towels to really boost the cosy factor.

2. Marble bathroom

Marble has been a staple in luxury homes for centuries. Whether it’s in furniture and tabletops, kitchens counters, or bathrooms, marble is something that always seems to be in style in some form. 

According to data from Pinterest, with 999 boards and 161137 pins, marble bathrooms are the modern version of the age-old trend. The contemporary marble bathroom incorporates sleek lines and minimalist fixtures. Most bathrooms in this trend are light in colour, with accents of silver, grey and gold, though dark marble bathrooms can be strikingly beautiful and different. 

3. Vintage bathroom

Modern may be nice, but it seems that Old really is Gold. Vintage bathrooms have got 1000 boards and 158256 pins on Pinterest, showing that you never can beat a classic. 

Free-standing baths, roll-top tubs and wrap-around shower curtains are key aspects of the trend to capture that feeling of living in a period drama. Vibrant wallpapers in floral colours can add to the look, or go for old-fashioned paint in yellows and greens. Vintage style fixtures and fittings like antique or traditional taps also work wonderfully, especially when paired with ruffles and fabric accessories like curtains around the sink base.

4. Industrial bathroom

“Industrial”, as a trend, has swung in and out of fashion for many years now. But the time has now arrived to put an industrial spin on classic bathrooms. Garnering 999 boards and 125389 pins, it seems people across the globe are keen to get in on this trend. 

To create the look yourself, think of metallic finishes and exposed piping. Dark paint or exposed brick will add to the industrial atmosphere. Many of the bathrooms pinned on Pinterest also feature Crittall style shower screens– black or metal frames with glass panels. This style can also be found in windows and even walls and is a hot trend this summer in its own right.

5. Patterned tiles

It has seemed that, for a while now, trends have laid towards all grey everywhere. The times are now changing, including in the bathroom. Add some colour and interest to the bathroom with patterned tiles– these can be victorian style floor tiles or modern, abstract wall tiles. This trend has 994 boards and 87942 pins on Pinterest and the examples show that this is a relaxed trend– approach it how you will, even keep the grey bathroom, but it is a great way to introduce some colour into the space.

6. Bathroom TV

Having a TV in the bathroom has always been a mark of luxury– what could be better than watching your favourite film while soaking in a bubble bath– but thanks to improvements in technology, this is easier to achieve than ever. With 888 boards and 59073 pins, it seems the people of Pinterest agree. 

To get this trend yourself, you could fit a small flat screen above the bath for easy watching, or find a mirror with an integrated screen. Another way to get close to this trend is to find a BlueTooth mirror that will play music while you’re in the bathroom and stay steam-free. 

7. Bathroom plants

Houseplants have been a fast-growing trend in all areas of the home, and the bathroom is no different. With 1000 boards and 51652 pins on Pinterest, bathrooms are seemingly becoming lush oases filled to the brim with house plants.  

It’s easy to get this look for your own bathroom– simply look for plants that thrive in humidity. Peace lilies, birds of paradise, and ferns (which come in a whole range of species) all love humidity. Go for some standing on the floor, on shelves and hanging in macrame holders near the window to add some interesting levels to your bathroom!

8. Bathrooms with black accents

While chrome or silver taps will always be a classic, there’s something to be said for the edgy quality of black bathroom fittings. Matte or gloss finish, Pinterest-ers love them, with 380 boards and 48329 pins. 

To get the style yourself, look for black taps, flush handles and shower mixers for your bathroom. Match them with other black accessories, like shower curtain rails and black framed mirrors. Crisps white tiles with black grouting offer a stylish contrast, but a warm or jewel-toned wall paint can stop your bathroom from looking too stark. 

9. Organic bathroom

It may seem a puzzling trend– unlike food, “organic” might not seem to apply to bathroom decor. This trend applies to the overall vibe of the room and the materials used to create it. Pinterest has 563 boards and 46616 pins relating to this topic, showing many other people are wondering about it too. 

For your bathroom to go organic, focus on soft and natural colours like pastel green, and use reclaimed wood and stone where possible. Humidity loving plants and bamboo towels, along with woven floor mats and rugs, can lend to the eco-friendly style. 

10. Freestanding tubs

From the iconic claw-foot tub to sleek and modern double-ended baths, freestanding bathtubs have been a luxurious addition to a bathroom for a long time. Whatever aesthetic you’re after in your bathroom, there is a freestanding tub to suit it. There are 984 boards and 44530 pins dedicated to just this on Pinterest. 

If you’re after a freestanding bathtub but aren’t sure where to start or don’t mind the overall look of your bathroom, consider the functionality. If you love long soaks, whether alone or with a loved one, double-ended bathtubs can be just the thing. With the plug and overflow in the middle, no matter which end you recline against, you won’t have to deal with the discomfort of leaning on them. 

We’ve created a guide to give you all the insider knowledge about buying a freestanding bath and how to make it work for your space.

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Methodology:

1. Showerstoyou.co.uk were keen to uncover the most current bathroom trends for summer 2022.

2. To do so, a seed list of popular summer bathroom trends was created, by scraping articles from reputable sources such as Veranda.com, Sanctuarybathrooms.co.uk and Womanandhome.com.

3. Through the use of Pinterest,  Showerstoyou.co.uk manual cross-referenced each trend from the seed list and utilised a web scraping tool to examine the number of boards for each trend, as well as extracting the number of pins.

4. The results were then filtered to deduce the most in-demand, upcoming bathroom trends for Summer 2022.

5. All data was collected on 12/04/22 and is subject to change.