We are going to be gutting our Master Bathroom sometime this year.
It’s a project looooooong overdue. And I mean like for ten years or more. Yep, for ten years I have put up with gunboat gray tiles and fixtures and lino flooring. (who chooses gunboat gray tiles and fixtures?) For over ten years I have put up with an ill-planned bathroom with little storage. For ten years I have put up SHARING one sink with a bathroom hog hubby. 😀 For ten years, I have put up with UGLY. Hopefully, that will all end soon. I am sharing 10 of my favorite ways to Add Shiplap to Your Farmhouse Bathroom.
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I think like 99,9% of people who are looking to be inspired, I headed to Pinterest one evening to get some inspiration for our Master Bathroom Remodel. I have a basic idea of how I want our bathroom to function. I have chosen the tub and selected several vanities I will narrow things down to. Thank goodness on this particular project, The Hubbs really doesn’t have any input. He said he just wants me to stop hating our bathroom so much. 😀
I noticed that I kept coming back to the same look. I tried to convince myself “that’s not really my style” or “it won’t blend in with the rest of my home” etc. Then I laughed, because it occurred to me that if you look up “eclectic style” in the dictionary you will see a picture of The Everyday Home. Ha! That style I kept coming back to was Farmhouse and Shiplap.
Since our Master is right off of our Farmhouse Kitchen, I guess it would not seem so strange that that style carried over to our bedroom and bathroom right? Here are ten of my favorite design inspirations…
1.) Shiplap with Touches of Black
If you’re considering adding shiplap. there are several ways to go about it. An all over design, above is one way. I think an allover design would work best on a smaller, guest bath. Our Master is not huge by any means, but I think an all-over design would be way too much.
Design Tip: What do you think of the black painted ceiling? Make sure your ceiling is at least 9-10′ tall before adding a color of this intensity, as it will absolutely visually lower your ceiling. Would you paint your ceiling black?
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2.) Half Wall Shiplap + Full Wall Shiplap
This is another way of applying shiplap, and one I am a bit more partial to. It’s half-wall shiplap. I would cap the top row of my shiplap with a wider board and add hooks.
Design Tip: Instead of painting both the wall and the shiplap all white, add a subtle color to the walls such as Sherwin Williams Maison Blanche.
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3.) Painted Shiplap
Everything about this bathroom is absolutely charming. Jenna Sue Designs rocked this bathroom. You have to see the before and after. I love the neutral colors, but all the subtle textures gives this bathroom so much interest and style!
Designer’s Tip: Consider carrying the shiplap onto the ceiling, as well.
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4.) Small Powder Room
If the thought of tackling a larger shiplap project seems too daunting, perhaps you could start smaller in a powder room. White painted shiplap would also create a lighter effect in a smaller space.
Designer’s Tip: Note how the vanity has been painted but the gray color does not subtract from the neutral tones.
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5.) Beachy Shiplap
Admittedly. our Master Bathroom will not be in a Coastal style, but I sure do love this Beachy style that is shared in Me and My DIY’s half bath remodel. I love how the shiplap looks like driftwood.
Designer’s Tip: Pre-stain and “pickle” or lime your planks prior to attaching to the walls to make your process easier.
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6.) Dreamy Blues
A vivid color is unusual for shiplap, but since I am a color gal I adore this. The white vanity and dark floors keep everything grounded so the blue is not so overwhelming.
Designer’s Tip: Note the wide, white-painted crown moulding which adds a nice, finished touch.
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7.) Shiplap Accent Wall
As you have figured out by now, there are varying degrees and ways you can add shiplap. If you cannot seem to commit to all over look, another way to incorporate it into your home is to add it to an accent wall. I love the way that Seabrook Designs used a dark gray shiplap behind her bathroom mirrors and vanity.
Designer’s Tip: Run the shiplap to the top of the ceiling so the light fixtures can be installed right over the boards.
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8.) a la Joanna Gaines
Leave it to Joanna to break all the rules when it comes to shiplap. The dark navy upper walls create a strong contrast to the half shiplap walls. Note that the remainder of the room is primarily tones of white.
Designer’s Tip: This room would present a fun opportunity to add some pattern on the ceiling in the form of a fun wallpaper!
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9.) Odd Shaped Walls – No Problem
You normally think since shiplap runs vertically, straight walls work best. This image proves that even slanted walls are enhanced by horizontal shiplap.
Designer’s Tip: the fact that the shiplap is painted only adds to the appeal of the shiplap. The unique ceiling lines would not stand out as well if they were painted white.
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10.) Up and Over Shiplap
Here is the perfect example of carrying your shiplap onto your ceilings. This is also an example of how imperfectly shaped walls can be enhanced with this technique. Shiplap is an easy way to cover up damaged or ugly walls and ceilings as it can, most of the time, be added right over most surfaces. (think of it as wood wallpaper.) 🙂
Designer’s Tip: Make sure your ceiling is strong enough to hold the weight of the boards. Shims may need to be used to create a level surface.
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So there you go! Ten Fabulous Farmhouse Style Shiplap Bathrooms – some with a slight twist to the farmhouse look. But the great thing about shiplap is it’s versatility. I priced tile versus shiplap, and using more economical versions such as cutting down plywood into planks, etc, – I can save soooo much money. And trust me, when it comes to a total remodel like we are facing – I need to save all the money I can. 😀
Do you think shiplap is still in style or a trend going out the door?
Do you have shiplap in your own home and do you love it?
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Here is how I used vertical beadboard in my bathroom and also on the ceiling in my laundry room.
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View CommentI love shiplap and want to put it in our foyer but the woodwork around the windows and doors and baseboard are all oak. In fact, there is oak EVERYWHERE! Would it look out of place or does the train need to be painted also? BTW.. I love your blog and hope you are recovering well.
View CommentI absolutely think that painted shiplap and wood stained trim goes together. I would not let that stop me at all. I have been thinking about adding it to an accent wall in our home, too. I just don’t want to get too carried away with it. 😀 Thanks for stopping by, Barb
View CommentLove Shiplap – you can dress it up or dress it down! Blessings on your recovery Barb!
View CommentYes I agree, and I think that is what I love about it. As a Traditionalist who loves a farmhouse, I think I can pull it off. 🙂
View CommentI hope you continue to feel better, Barb. I too love shiplap so much that hubby and I shiplaped the kitchen, dining, and living room at our summer cottage in Michigan. It looks amazing but is so much more work than it looks on Fixer Upper!!!!
View CommentI can attest, as a house flipper myself, that EVERYTHING about it is so much harder than it looks on Fixer Upper. LOL I bet your cottage is divine. Thanks for stopping by, Barb
View CommentMy favs were 3,4,6 and 9. I love shiplap. Don’t know how long it will be in vogue but who cares. If you like it do it. I want to do a small wall in our commode room in our master bath. Probably in a creamy white. We have blue walls and muslin ceiling. The opposite of our master bedroom where the ceiling is the same blue as the walls in the bath. I love your house because you still have some color! Our country farmhouse is filled with color because it makes me happy. I too used to have a lot of red but have toned it down some. I was happier with the red! We usually pick paint colors associated with food because its easier for us to remember the color. LOL (I do keep a record of colors in my house file)
View CommentSO GLAD you’re feeling better. Can’t wait for the next chapter of your book! I’m really enjoying it?
In my traditional —-now transitional and very eclectic home —- I only added shiplap to the back of a bookcase that is located in the main floor powder room. I proudly share this so that you will know that despite my traditional roots, I’m still totally hip…. LOL.. As for your plans, always go with what YOU like because —as with all trendy decor —there are pros and cons to adding shiplap. I am confident that you will make the decision that is perfect for you and Bill. Can’t wait to see!! Susie from The Chelsea Project
View CommentLOL I have no doubt you are totally HIP my sweet friend. 😀 xxoo
View Commentawesome ideas for bathroom makeovers…love the farmhouse look!
View CommentSo glad you are doing better. What a scare! Your upbeat attitude is contagious!
View CommentThe issue of timelessness . . . I agree with your conclusion–if you like it, do it.
I liked 1 and 6 myself. I unfortunately don’t have shiplap in my home and not sure if it would look good in an condo/apartment. Shiplap is more suited to a house I think. I do love the look and think you should go with whatever your heart desires. Hope you get better soon and looking forward to your next excerpt of your story.
View CommentI prefer using shiplap or bead board on all walls that are not covered in something else, like tile for showers, etc. I do like using it either 1/2 way up or even 3/4 to break up larger spaces. My personal belief is that when we only use it on an accent wall in smaller spaces, it just looks like an accent and not an authentic element of the room. For instance, you might find shiplap only on an exterior wall of an interior space but not necessarily on the interioir wall (or it could have been on all the walls. In that case, shiplap could look authentic only one 1 or 2 walls. We just finished a very small bathroom using bead board 3/4 up with a nice trim treatment on top that can be used as a ledge, all painted white then a lovely blue-green on top and the ceiling. This was a great way to help cover up some damaged drywall from years of wall paper, over wall paper, etc. without refinishing dry wall which is such a yucky job and mess.
View CommentWill be adding shiplap to my husbands bathroom to cover damaged drywall. Trying to decide whether to cover the damaged area or to go to ceiling. My daughter went to the ceiling in her master bath and it is lovely. Hope you are feeling better.
View CommentI have a B & B and would like to re-do and enlarge one of my baths….I thought I wanted shiplap…..now I know I do!!!! Thanks so much!
View CommentOh my dream has always been to have a B&B but I find I am not much of a morning person. If my guests would not mind eating “brunch” I would be fine. 😀 Thanks for stopping by. Barb
View CommentLove lots of these looks, but especially the half wall of ship lap and the one-wall of ship lap. Have a guest bath that I’d love to change. I’ve used beadboard years ago and loved it, too! Great ideas – thanks for sharing.
View CommentI love the way shiplap looks too. It doesn’t really matter if it goes out of style if that’s what you love. In my opinion half walls look better in vertical shiplap, bead board, or wainscoting. If you’re going to do it go all the way baby!
View CommentLove #3 and #8- sure are lots of ways to add shiplap that are inspiring!
View CommentWow! All of them are equally beautiful. I love the third bathroom, the shiplap, the floor, that mirror. Gorgeous!
View CommentShiplap, in my opinion, is taking your home back to a simpler time. My grandparent`s house had wood walls, tongue and groove, also on the ceilings. It`s more of an earthy look, more natural. I love it. My large kitchen has it and as we have to repair or renovate, it is the look I want in all my rooms.
View CommentHi! I’m one of the co-hosts from the Welcome Home Wednesday Link Up. I am in love with shiplap. My husband and I might build a farmhouse soon and i’m definitely dreaming of shiplap! I’m pinning this to show my hubby. Maybe I can inspire him! Thank you for sharing.
View CommentI really like the look of shiplap but, I don’t know that it would go with they style of our home. Although, I really don’t have any style when it comes to my home. It’s a mish mosh! 😀 Thank you for sharing with us at Funtastic Friday! Pinning
View CommentHi Barb! I love all of them. I can’t choose! Those bathrooms look so zen and cozy. I cannot wait to see how your bathroom turns out! Which of those bathroom designs will you go for? )
View CommentLove all the shiplap ideas! Is there any place where you list where some of the decor we see came from? Or the paint colors?
View CommentI have a VERY small bathroom (5×7). I love, love, love shiplap but my contractor says it will get ruined with all the humidity from the shower-especially because of the room size, plus there’s no windows (just some glass block in the tub/shower). Your thoughts?
View CommentI would really listen to the contractor. 🙂
View CommentYou could use the plank tile that looks like wood on the walls of that bathroom. I’ve seen it in a high-end hotel! It comes in lots of colors, too.
View CommentSuch Great designs, Just love it, It’s like Royal bathrooms i wish i would have one of these
View Commentnice design!!!!
View Commentgreat content nice design!!!!
View CommentHi Barb, excellent blog, thanks for sharing your thoughts!
View CommentSomewhat off subject, but do you know what kind of floor that is in #4, Small Powder Bath? It looks like it’s either vinyl or tile, but I haven’t been able to find it in the store…