Finally, White Bathroom Cabinet Ideas That Won't Put You to Sleep

Anybody who's been through a bathroom renovation knows that the cost of remodels, including new cabinets, can add up. But here's a tried-and-true design trick: Opt for simple white cabinets in any style (super-streamlined or more traditional, take your pick), and they'll never look dated or go out of fashion. (You can also paint your bathroom cabinets white, if yours are a different color.)

And here's the best thing about white cabinets: You can treat them like a blank canvas. Just swap out colors, accents, hardware, and linens whenever you please for a totally different look — no need to makeover the whole room.

Here, we'll show you. Scroll on for eight different ways to style white bathroom cabinets.

As much as white bathroom cabinets can be minimal, they can just as easily lean romantic. To get the look, paint the walls a subtle hue that's not stark white, like a super-pale blue or green; then, style with a gilded mirror, shaded sconces, a soft rug, and plenty of fresh flowers.

Get the look: Donald Kaufman Color DKC-44 Paint

If you have white bathroom cabinets, up the effect by continuing the black and white theme: Paint everything white and throw in a few black accents (like mirrors, light fixtures, and art). Feeling bold? Add a black rug, too.

Get the look: Pottery Barn Kensington Fixed Mirror in Antique Bronze, $349

Instead of blending in, white bathroom cabinets pop into stark relief when set against a dark-painted wall. We suggest painting the wall behind the cabinets a deep, dark color — like the rich blueish-gray shade used in this project by Studio McGee — because it lends a little more dimension than plain gray or black does. Large mirrors and a fun rug balance out the look.

Get the look: Farrow & Ball Hague Blue

In lieu of paint, follow the lead of Elizabeth Roberts and tile the wall behind your white bathroom cabinets. She opted for classic subway tile and dark grout. The result is graphic and modern, but still simple.

Get the look: Build.com Fresca Glossy White Vanity, $788

A simple way to glitz up plain white bathroom cabinets (even if you're a renter)? Just follow the lead of Emily Henderson and swap in some new hardware and accessories, such as towel holders.

Get the look: West Elm Mid-Century Bathroom Hardware in Antique Brass, $14 - $109

Like we said, white bathroom cabinets are a great blank canvas. So why not go a little wild? Here's your chance to add in a funky shower curtain, bright towels, and maybe even some unexpected floor tiles à la this setup by Chango & Co.

Get the look: Quiet Town Orient Hike Shower Curtain, $148

White cabinets always play well in a neutral bath outfitted with a patterned gray floor and white walls, like this one belonging to photographer Amber Thrane. Ready to change it up? Just add sculptural accessories like a contemporary light fixture and round mirror.

Get the look: Mission Stone & Tile Electra Steel Grey Cement Hexagon Tile, $19.99 per square foot

Streamlined, modern bathroom cabinets pair well with equally streamlined design elements: Think white walls, minimal hardware, and lots of glass and mirrors, like this serene and simple design from a couple's pared-back Portland townhouse.

Get the look: The Home Depot Design Element Klein White Vanity, $378.90