Colour therapy

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Modern bathrooms are all about taking time out to relax, which is why colour has an important role to play in establishing the right ambience.

Tranquil bathroom retreats are now a priority for an increasing number of homeowners. And while the choice of bathroom fittings helps determine such a look, so too do the colours you choose for your walls and ceiling.

To provide a calm, relaxing ambience in this ensuite bathroom, the owners re-created the sense of Asian pavilion-style living. Black Portuguese tiles and a rustic, antique Chinese vanity are complemented by the colour of the walls, which are painted in Resene Papier Maché. This caramel-coloured shade brings a summery look to the room.

The type of paint you use in your bathroom also impacts on its look – both immediately and in the years to come. Resene SpaceCote Low Sheen Kitchen & Bathroom, with anti-bacterial silver and MoulDefender to minimise the buildup of bacteria and mould, is well suited to bathrooms, kitchens and general broad-wall areas. This low-odour, waterborne paint is both durable and easy to clean up. It is also fast drying, which speeds up the decorating process.

In critical light areas, when combined with a skim coating of Resene Broadwall Surface Prep, or Resene Broadwall 3 in 1, the paint’s reduced side sheen will minimise surface imperfections.

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