It Won't Wash

As a young newlywed how do you redecorate a small bathroom in an older home?


That's right - introduce even more colour and pattern! From the 1972's The Bride's Guide:

The small square bathroom typical of many found in big old houses, is brightened effectively by use of bold yellow (shudder) patterns on the wallpaper and tiles (Yes, but not both. Certainly not two hideously clashing patterns). The bath is panelled to match the splashback, and a splendid old mirror has been fitted to reflect and enlarge the room. (The mirror, suspended commode and basin are perhaps the only things worth keeping in this monstrosity).