9 Painted Bathroom Cabinets Ideas That Instantly Elevate Your Space

Ready to make your bathroom feel brand new without a full reno? Painted cabinets are the ultimate glow-up. A fresh color, the right hardware, and a few smart styling moves can transform the whole room.

Here are nine complete, distinct bathroom looks—each built around beautifully painted cabinets—that feel polished, personal, and ridiculously good.

1. Coastal Powder Blue With Polished Nickel Calm

Photorealistic wide shot of a breezy coastal bathroom: powder blue satin-finish vanity with slab front shaker style, polished nickel cup pulls and knobs, classic polished nickel bridge faucet, white quartz countertop with subtle veining and an undermount sink. Straight-on view with a frameless round mirror above, pale striped cotton runner on the floor, woven seagrass basket/hamper and a small seagrass tray on the counter. Soft daylight for an airy feel, crisp white walls, no kitschy decor, calm beach-house vibe.

Think breezy beach house vibes. The vanity is painted a soft, powder blue with a satin finish that reflects just enough light to feel airy. Top it with a clean white quartz counter and a simple undermount sink.

Pair it with polished nickel hardware and a classic bridge faucet to keep things crisp. A frameless round mirror, woven basket for towels, and a pale striped runner pull in the seaside texture without going kitschy.

  • Cabinet Color: Powder blue (satin)
  • Countertop: White quartz, subtle veining
  • Hardware: Polished nickel cup pulls and knobs
  • Accents: Woven hamper, seagrass tray, striped cotton rug

2. Moody Charcoal With Matte Black Minimalism

Photorealistic medium shot of a moody modern vanity: matte charcoal gray slab-door cabinets with matte black bar pulls, wall-mounted matte black faucet over a white concrete or stone-look countertop. A squared-off mirror with a thin black metal frame and a linear black sconce above. Minimal styling: a single eucalyptus sprig in a clear glass bottle and a small ribbed black stool nearby. Clean lines, low-glare lighting, high-contrast, dramatic mood.

This one’s moody, modern, and just a little dramatic. Paint the cabinets a deep charcoal gray in matte and keep the lines super clean—slab doors or very slim shaker profiles work best.

Layer in matte black hardware and a wall-mounted faucet. Go with a white concrete or stone-look top, and frame a squared-off mirror in black metal. Add a single eucalyptus sprig in a glass bottle and a ribbed black stool for texture.

  • Cabinet Color: Charcoal (matte)
  • Countertop: White concrete or stone-look
  • Hardware: Matte black bars
  • Lighting: Linear black sconce

3. Warm Terracotta With Brass and Terra Texture

Photorealistic closeup detail of a terracotta vanity corner: velvety eggshell terracotta paint with brushed brass pulls catching warm light, creamy marble-look quartz countertop edge, rounded pill-shaped mirror partially visible. On the counter, a small ceramic terracotta bud vase and folded soft white linen hand towels; below, a natural fiber/textured runner. Earthy, sun-warmed tones with cozy, laid-back European bathroom vibe.

If you love earthy, sun-warmed tones, this is your moment. Paint the vanity a rich terracotta with a velvety eggshell sheen. It feels cozy and bold without overpowering the room.

Pair with brushed brass hardware and faucets to add warmth. Choose a creamy marble-look countertop and hang a rounded pill-shaped mirror. A textured runner, terracotta bud vase, and soft white linen hand towels complete the laid-back, European-bathroom vibe.

  • Cabinet Color: Terracotta (eggshell)
  • Countertop: Creamy marble-look quartz
  • Hardware: Brushed brass pulls
  • Accents: Linen towels, ceramic vase, natural fiber rug

4. Forest Green With Aged Brass and Cottage Charm

Photorealistic medium shot with cottage charm: saturated forest green satin-finish cabinets with smooth, hidden wood grain, chunky vintage-inspired aged brass latches and knobs. Dark, subtle soapstone-look countertop. A scalloped-edge sconce casts warm light above a petite gallery wall of vintage art prints; a small ceramic soap dish by the sink. Slight corner angle to show depth; romantic, cozy European inn feel.

This is the cozy-cottage look—romantic without being fussy. Paint the cabinets a saturated forest green, and keep the wood grain hidden for a smooth, luxe finish. Choose chunky, vintage-inspired aged brass hardware.

Top with a warm soapstone-look laminate or quartz to ground the green. A scalloped-edge sconce, embroidered floral hand towel, and a petite gallery wall make it feel like a charming European inn.

  • Cabinet Color: Forest green (satin)
  • Countertop: Soapstone-look, dark and subtle
  • Hardware: Aged brass latches and knobs
  • Extras: Scalloped sconce, vintage art prints, ceramic soap dish

5. Crisp White Shaker With Chrome Hotel Polish

Photorealistic wide, hotel-polished bathroom: crisp true white semi-gloss shaker cabinets, chrome pulls and knobs, swan-neck chrome faucet, white quartz or marble countertop. Thick beveled mirror centered above, plush white towels neatly stacked, a tray with cotton rounds and perfumed hand soap. Bright, even lighting for a clean spa vibe; rectilinear lines and restrained palette.

Clean, bright, and sophisticated—like a boutique hotel. Paint classic shaker cabinets in a crisp white with a semi-gloss finish for light bounce and durability. Keep lines rectilinear and the palette tight.

Pair with chrome hardware and a swan-neck faucet. Add a thick, beveled mirror, fluffy white towels, and a tray of essentials (think cotton rounds, perfumed hand soap) for a fresh, spa-like vibe.

  • Cabinet Color: True white (semi-gloss)
  • Countertop: White quartz or marble
  • Hardware: Chrome pulls and knobs
  • Textiles: Plush white towels, waffle robe hook

6. Inky Navy With Mixed Metals and Nautical Edge

Photorealistic medium shot with nautical edge: inky navy satin vanity with subtle shaker/bevel detail, brushed brass handles, polished nickel faucet. White countertop with dramatic gray veining, dual oval mirrors above. Styled with a striped Turkish hand towel draped over the counter, a brass tray, and a small ceramic lamp if space allows. Balanced mixed metals, refined drama, soft directional lighting.

Drama meets polish with an inky navy vanity. The deep tone reads elegant in a satin sheen, especially with a subtle bevel or shaker style. Layer mixed metals—polished nickel faucet and brushed brass handles—for dimension.

Choose a white top with bold gray veining and hang dual oval mirrors. Style with a striped Turkish towel, a brass tray, and a small ceramic lamp if your counter space allows—instant boutique feel.

  • Cabinet Color: Inky navy (satin)
  • Countertop: White with dramatic gray veining
  • Hardware: Brushed brass handles
  • Faucet: Polished nickel

7. Soft Greige With Cane Accents and Organic Modern Calm

Photorealistic closeup detail, organic modern calm: greige eggshell-finish cabinet door with cane or rattan panel insert, brushed nickel or matte champagne bronze hardware. Adjacent light oak mirror frame edge, pebble-textured bath mat visible below, and a stone tray holding handmade soaps atop the counter. Soft frosted globe lighting creating gentle, spa-like illumination; whisper-quiet, sunlit feel.

For a spa-serene look, paint the vanity a gentle greige—that perfect mix of gray and beige—for a soothing, sunlit feel. If you’re handy, swap one cabinet panel for cane or rattan inserts for an airy, custom detail.

Keep hardware brushed nickel or matte champagne bronze. Add a light oak mirror frame, pebble-textured bath mat, and a stone tray holding handmade soaps. Everything whispers, nothing shouts.

  • Cabinet Color: Greige (eggshell)
  • Hardware: Champagne bronze or brushed nickel
  • Accents: Cane panels, oak mirror, stone tray
  • Lighting: Soft frosted globes

8. Black-and-White Tuxedo With Graphic Contrast

Photorealistic wide shot, graphic tuxedo contrast: satin black vanity against crisp white walls and tile, tailored silhouette. White quartz countertop (high-contrast) with polished chrome or lucite-and-brass pulls. Black-framed art above, bold black-and-white checkered or small hex tile floor, and a bold striped hand towel. Straight-on composition, clean, fashion-forward mood with sharp contrast.

Go bold and timeless with a black vanity against crisp white walls and tile. Choose a smooth satin black and keep the silhouette tailored. The counter can be white quartz for high contrast, or black stone for a seamless monochrome.

Add polished chrome or lucite-and-brass pulls for a glam touch. Round things out with black-framed art, a checkered floor or small hex tile, and a bold striped hand towel. It’s classic, crisp, and a little bit fashion.

  • Cabinet Color: Satin black
  • Countertop: White quartz or black granite
  • Hardware: Chrome or lucite/brass combo
  • Floor: Black-and-white tile pattern

9. Soft Blush With Pearl Hardware and Parisian Glam

Photorealistic medium, Parisian glam vignette: soft blush satin-finish vanity with pearl-inset knobs on brushed brass backplates, white marble countertop. Ornate gold mirror above, small crystal sconce casting a gentle glow. On the counter, a vintage perfume bottle and neatly folded fringed linen. Elegant, flirty-but-grown-up atmosphere with warm, romantic lighting.

Flirty without being sweet, a soft blush vanity instantly warms a bathroom. Keep the pink dusted and grown-up—think ballet slipper, not bubblegum. A subtle satin finish makes it glow.

Choose pearl-inset or mother-of-pearl-look knobs with brushed brass backplates. A white marble counter, ornate gold mirror, and a small crystal sconce add Paris-apartment glam. Set out a vintage perfume bottle and folded fringed linen for the finishing touch.

  • Cabinet Color: Soft blush (satin)
  • Countertop: White marble or marble-look
  • Hardware: Pearl-inset knobs, brushed brass backplates
  • Decor: Gold ornate mirror, crystal sconce, vintage perfume bottle

Whether you’re into moody charcoal, breezy blue, or chic blush, painted cabinets are a fast track to a bathroom that feels designed, intentional, and totally you. Pick your palette, swap the hardware, layer in a few thoughtful accessories—and watch the whole room change.