Coloured Bathroom Basins: 7 trending colours to watch for 2025

With fantastic pops of colour and style coloured bathroom basins draw the eye, create depth and elevate the mood. They occupy a small segment of the wider range of sinks but are fast becoming a go-to choice for those seeking a point of difference. That being said, there is an element of risk when introducing colours in unconventional ways and seeing what works well will help you do it the right way.

Black is a popular choice and is actually close to becoming a mainstream option. It is a strong, eye-catching colour that looks bold in any space. It brings a modern vibe and works flexibly with almost any other colour scheme. Stylistically, it is also extremely versatile. For example, a black wall-hung basin with exposed pipes will fit in seamlessly for those considering an industrial-style bathroom. If, however, you’re planning something more traditional with white as the dominant wall and fixtures colour, a black bathroom sink will act as an excellent accent colour. Adding black bathroom taps, showerheads and other fittings will also create cohesion.

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For something warmer and softer for the bathroom, a pink bathroom basin is a perfect fit. Pink is a very popular colour choice at the moment, particularly the softer shades and blush pinks. Pink has a history of being a fun and lighthearted colour, but when styled correctly, pink can look refined and modern. Rosy pinks look amazing against creams and off-whites. Try pairing a pink bathroom basin with a warm-toned, neutral bathroom counter as a complementary choice. Warm-toned lighting and lots of natural light will give the space around your basin a luscious glow. Pink bathroom basins also work tremendously well with gold accents and finishes, readily available in a range of bathroom taps and faucets. A pink bathroom basin also gives you the opportunity to play with colourful bathroom vanity cabinets and tiles. Pink offers greater flexibility than you might think, pairing well with other strong colours like greens and more analogous colours like orange.

Blue is a favourite colour for many and works particularly well in a modern bathroom, especially as a choice for a basin. It’s one of those colours that seems to work no matter the bathroom style or colour scheme, giving it a timeless quality that keeps it on-trend. Baby blue is especially effective as a basin colour as it works well with white as a complementary colour. If white walls or white countertops are certainties, then this shade of blue is well worth considering. For something a bit more dynamic, a royal blue against a red backdrop of tiles is a combination that will definitely get attention. Blue is a naturally calming and tranquil colour with its natural associations with water and the sky, both of which are wonderful sentiments to incorporate into your bathroom space.

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Green is anticipated to be a trendy colour in 2025 for bathroom interiors. It's certainly one of the less common basin colours to go for but again, like blue, it has some close ties to nature and is also one of Australia’s national colours. Green is a great complement to texture, allowing you to match and contrast against different bathroom materials, like a cool-toned concrete counter, warm wood bathroom cabinets or stark black floor tiles. Green basins also pair excellently with gold and copper tapware finishes. A green sink basin is a strong statement piece and a modern, high-end designer choice. Your stylistic credentials will absolutely be enhanced if you pull this off well.

As a very neutral colour option, grey is a fantastic sink colour for a wide range of bathroom designs and styles. The cool tone of the sink allows it to match seamlessly with tile or concrete finishes, silver-toned metals, and natural stone. Grey is a flexible way to add colour to your bathroom space. Very few colour schemes will be alienated by a grey bathroom basin with options all over the colour wheel. Green, mustard, pink, red and teal are just a few examples of colours that work in combination. Grey bathroom basins can even work in minimalist bathroom designs, where homeowners are just after a subtle touch of colour. Grey also happens to be a natural choice for concrete and ceramic basins which are very strong and highly durable products.

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Earthy terracotta tones are making a notable comeback in interior design and are expected to become a common colour in modern bathrooms, celebrated for their warmth and natural appeal. A terracotta basin pairs beautifully with materials like natural wood, brass accents, and stone textures, creating a rustic or Mediterranean-inspired aesthetic that feels both timeless and contemporary. Its rich, clay-inspired colour adds depth and character while maintaining a cosy, inviting atmosphere that instantly warms up a bathroom space. Versatile and timeless, terracotta works well with various palettes, from soft creams and off-whites to deep greens and moody charcoals, offering endless design possibilities that suit modern, bohemian, or traditional styles alike.

White basins with subtle colour accents offer a fresh twist on the classic white sink, combining timeless appeal with a touch of creativity. These basins feature soft hints of colour—pastel pinks, mint greens, or pale blues—integrated into their design through painted rims, marbled patterns, or textured details. This approach maintains the versatility of a white basin while allowing for a unique and personalised look. They work exceptionally well in bathrooms that aim for a balance between minimalism and individuality. Pair them with complementary coloured tiles or tapware to highlight the accent colour, creating a cohesive yet understated style. These basins are perfect for modern, coastal, or eclectic bathroom designs.

As you can see, coloured bathroom basins are a great way to add a pop of colour and distinctiveness to a bathroom space. Whether it's the popular matte black, a warm pink or a subtle grey, you’ll find that there’s definitely at least one choice beyond the traditional that appeals to you.

Article updated 27th November 2024.

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