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Farmhouse Bathroom with Tile Niche
About this design
This farmhouse bathroom centers on a walk-in shower with a recessed niche finished in sage green subway tiles. The niche is flanked by white shiplap walls and fitted with a single floating shelf for storage. Weathered oak beams span the ceiling above, adding rustic texture to the otherwise pale space. The floor is laid with wide cream tiles in an irregular pattern. A simple wall-mounted shower fixture and an oil-rubbed bronze sconce provide functional details without visual clutter.
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What stands out
- The sage green subway tile niche provides both a subtle color accent and practical bottle storage, breaking up the white walls while maintaining the room's calm, understated character.
- Exposed oak beams overhead introduce warmth and aged texture to the space, their weathered finish contrasting with the smooth painted surfaces below without overwhelming the minimal design.
- The single floating shelf inside the niche keeps toiletries accessible and organized, its simple wood construction matching the beams and maintaining clean sight lines across the shower wall.
- Wide cream floor tiles laid in an irregular running bond pattern suggest old stone or worn plaster, reinforcing the vintage farmhouse aesthetic while offering easy maintenance.
Make it work in your space
In a smaller bathroom, skip the full shiplap treatment and apply it only to the shower wall to control costs and visual weight. Use a narrower niche or a corner shelf instead of a full recessed alcove if framing constraints exist. Replace reclaimed beams with painted wood or decorative molding that suggests the same horizontal line overhead. Keep the sage tile accent but reduce its area to a single row or border. Wide-format floor tiles work well in compact spaces, making the room feel larger than it is.
Plan niche size around actual bottles and keep waterproofing continuous.
Materials and finishes
- Sage green subway tile
- Look for tiles with a soft satin or matte glaze that catches light gently. Authentic subway proportions, around three by six inches, maintain traditional farmhouse proportions.
- White shiplap wall cladding
- Choose tongue-and-groove boards with a smooth painted finish. Narrow gaps between boards create subtle shadow lines without collecting moisture in a bathroom environment.
- Weathered oak ceiling beams
- Reclaimed or distressed beams offer authentic texture and color variation. Ensure they are properly sealed to withstand bathroom humidity while retaining their natural appearance.
- Cream wide-format floor tile
- Select tiles with slight color variation or texture to mimic natural stone. Larger formats reduce grout lines, simplifying cleaning in wet areas.
- Oil-rubbed bronze fixtures
- This finish develops a living patina over time. Look for solid construction that can handle daily use and moisture exposure without flaking or corroding.
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Your questions, answered
How do you waterproof a tile niche in a shower wall?
The niche should be framed and lined with a waterproof membrane before tile installation. Apply the membrane continuously from the shower walls into the niche, ensuring all seams overlap properly. Use waterproof backer board rated for wet areas. Seal all tile joints with epoxy or urethane grout, and caulk the shelf edge where it meets the back wall to prevent water infiltration behind the tile.
How do I try this look in my own space?
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Can I buy the exact furniture and materials shown?
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