Monday, November 30, 2009

Clawfoot Tub - White or Color?

We are finally at the fun part of our home renovation - selecting a color palette. Our current focus is the larger bathroom, which has 2 focal points - an exposed brick wall and a clawfoot tub. What are your thoughts - leave the exterior of the claw foot tub white? Or paint the exterior of the claw foot tub to match the wall color, which is "Beachglass" (a soft shade of blue/gray/green)? Please share your thoughts/opinions - all comments are very much appreciated!

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33 comments :

  1. KPNovember 30, 2009 at 11:28 AM

    I vote white for balance-soo cute though! love this xo

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  2. Bj in DallasNovember 30, 2009 at 11:44 AM

    over from MODG, and I would paint the tub one shade darker than the wall, if the room is large, and one shade lighter than the wall if it is on the small side.

    I can do this so easily for others, but can't pick my own when it comes to my house :( weird..

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  3. erika soroccoNovember 30, 2009 at 11:46 AM

    I think I'm in love with the red claw foot tub. So cute! :)

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  4. Jaime @ laviejaimeNovember 30, 2009 at 12:10 PM

    Love the idea of painting it! Maybe a grey? No exact to the wall color, but matches? :)

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  5. Living It At HomeNovember 30, 2009 at 12:13 PM

    I never even knew that you could paint a tub...great idea...and it looks so chic...

    I say go for it, paint it...I think in decorating I tend to get fearful of making mistakes and I miss out on all my creativity...have fun with your home, I think it will make you smile every day to see the results and to know that you took a risk and it was everything you wanted!

    Good luck~
    jamilyn

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  6. GwenNovember 30, 2009 at 12:14 PM

    My vote is for a splash of color!

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  7. ~ Kelly Ann ♥November 30, 2009 at 1:02 PM

    Love this idea- Paint it!! Maybe chalkboard paint- that what I did in my bathroom- well on the door- that way I can jotted down items for my shopping list. Grey would be another color for your bath tub

    Post pics -when you are done- love to see

    Kel

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  8. SobiniqueNovember 30, 2009 at 1:18 PM

    Wow! These bathrooms are so pretty! I love the one with the black wall! Gorgeous!

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  9. AnonymousNovember 30, 2009 at 1:34 PM

    Oh wow now I am obsessed with the red print in that bathroom, that is gorgeous!
    and good luck with your renovations, must be a lot of work!

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  10. Michelle SchraudnerNovember 30, 2009 at 2:21 PM

    Ooh, I love white clawfoot tubs, but painting it sounds so fun! Go for the color!

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  11. AnonymousNovember 30, 2009 at 2:27 PM

    I think my first question would be, how hard is it to change that color? Is it easy to strip?

    If it is and easy change than do the color.

    But if it is not easy...stay with the white.

    Because a tub is a permanent fixture and I know in my bathrooms I've changed the color so much through the years.

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  12. Denisa LNovember 30, 2009 at 2:40 PM

    color!it's looks better:)

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  13. Marie November 30, 2009 at 2:54 PM

    Mine is all white, but I adore these colored ones! Next time we paint I am asking about painting the bottom! Lovely.
    Marie @ Lemondrop ViNtAge

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  14. GNovember 30, 2009 at 3:01 PM

    you said my 2 favorite terms

    clawfoot tub and exposed brick

    paint the tub and leave the brick.
    Oh and thanks for the birthday wishes!

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  15. Midtown GirlNovember 30, 2009 at 3:03 PM

    I love the white clawfoot on a colored tub, it looks so beautiful!

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  16. BonBon Rose Girls KristinNovember 30, 2009 at 3:10 PM

    I've never thought about one in color. LOVE the idea!

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  17. Couture CarrieNovember 30, 2009 at 3:29 PM

    I vote for white, darling!

    xoxox,
    CC

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  18. KimmayNovember 30, 2009 at 3:49 PM

    Oh boy. Any clawfoot tub will make my day!

    I would stick with white, or even the neutral color that you have going on now, just to stay classic. Besides, I think it will go better with the brick. That way, you can dress up the curtains, sink or vanity with some color, and not be stuck with it if you decide to make a change.


    Lucky you! What a great predicament to be in!

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  19. LifestyleBohemiaNovember 30, 2009 at 4:09 PM

    Thank you everyone for your input, opinions & suggestions - this is so helpful!

    I really appreciate hearing everyone's ideas & will def keep you posted on what we end up doing :)

    xo

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  20. AnonymousNovember 30, 2009 at 5:10 PM

    While I think the painted tubs look really cool in these photos, I'd have to stick with the classic white myself. I just think it always looks fresh and classic. :)

    I'm sure it will be gorgeous and look forward to seeing what you decide!

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  21. BlairNovember 30, 2009 at 5:28 PM

    I like it painted but not in bright colors, I would go for neutral ones (so you wont be tired of it soon).
    Let us know the final decission!
    xxoo

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  22. iheartkiwiNovember 30, 2009 at 6:54 PM

    the splash of color is lovely but you can never go wrong with a classic white. timeless.

    i love a good redecorating project. promise me there will be before and after photos!

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  23. Rachel FollettNovember 30, 2009 at 7:37 PM

    The color is so much more fun! Thanks for the inspiration!

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  24. ElaineNovember 30, 2009 at 8:11 PM

    I say gold! I've always had this image of clawfoots being gold.


    clothedmuch.blogspot.com

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  25. KaleeNovember 30, 2009 at 8:11 PM

    Fantastic images, love the touch of whimsy that a colored claw foot tubs provides. That said, I have to admit that I am a fan of the classic white claw foot.

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  26. Laura TreveyNovember 30, 2009 at 9:12 PM

    how adorable~~ the red tub!!

    xoxo Laura

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  27. UnknownNovember 30, 2009 at 11:18 PM

    I do like the colors...but...i'm a simple girl and so i'd go with WHITE :)

    Thank you for your comment today. You definitely cheered me up though i'm sick.

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  28. AnonymousDecember 1, 2009 at 3:11 AM

    gorgeous darling!
    i adore your blog, keep it up
    thanks for sharing
    and thanks for the sweet comments

    -cma
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    cosmicaroline.blogspot.com

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  29. KeithDecember 1, 2009 at 12:41 PM

    These are all amazing. Not sure which I would pick. Cheers!

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  30. KristieDecember 1, 2009 at 1:58 PM

    For sure paint.

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  31. LifestyleBohemiaDecember 4, 2009 at 8:53 AM

    Thanks again for everyone's advice & suggestions. I finally made a decision & will be posting before & after photos soon!
    xo

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  32. .:*aMbAr*:.December 7, 2009 at 4:42 AM

    Awww I really like it when it matches the wall :)

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  33. christinaSeptember 5, 2011 at 7:40 AM

    i just found this post while searching for the same inspirations. im painting our claw foot tub orange:) hope you go with a painted one too:)

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