The Painted Tile Guest Bath
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A tub-shower guest bath where the tile does the talking
Who it's for: A guest or family bath that needs both a tub and a shower.
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We believe a guest bath is where a home says welcome, so we gave this one the same care we'd give a primary suite. Cobalt and marigold Talavera climbs the wall behind the tub, and afternoon light through a small arched window turns the plaster the color of warm cream. A deep walnut vanity, aged brass and black iron keep the room grounded, so a guest steps out of the bath onto sun-warmed terracotta and feels at home. Below, we share each piece we chose and the thinking behind it.
Illustrative rendering, not a photograph. 
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29 pieces, linked on Amazon.
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Everything in this room
Numbers match the markers on the rendering. Items marked "Not pictured" complete the room but aren't shown in the image.
Paint
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Rust-Oleum 332141-2PK Simply Home Interior Wall Paint, Gallon, Eggshell Pure White
Finish: Eggshell, Pure White
Why we chose it
We chose a clean, bright white so the room's curves hold their soft shadow lines and the warm metal has something to glow against. It comes pre-tinted, and the listing describes a low VOC, water-based, very low odor formula that's washable.
Wall paint: the listing says "Low VOC" and gives no g/L figure. Its title includes "2PK" while the size shows 1 gallon, so confirm the quantity before ordering.
Tile & Flooring
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Mexican Tiles Mix Box of 100 Talavera Tiles, Hand Painted, 20 Colonial Patterns
Finish: Hand-painted ceramic, 4x4 in, 20 mixed colonial patterns
Why we chose it
We chose tile handmade and hand-painted in Mexico because we love the small wobbles of brush and kiln, so the tub wall shimmers with life instead of repeating like a print. Twenty colonial patterns mix into the rich, layered look Spanish Revival is known for.
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Rustic Cotto 13 x 13 inch Porcelain Floor and Wall Tile
Finish: Glazed terracotta-toned porcelain, slightly textured, medium sheen
Why we chose it
We wanted the sun-baked warmth of terracotta in a porcelain tile that wipes clean. We love how gentle tone variation from tile to tile keeps the floor from feeling flat.
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Custom Building Products WDG5-4 5 Lb White Dry Non-Sanded Tile Grout
Finish: White, non-sanded
Why we chose it
We chose clean white joints to give each hand-painted tile its own frame, so the color sings the way we love to see in old Mexican tile work.
Grout: the non-sanded grout listing is for narrow joints (up to 1/8 in). Handmade tile is often set wider; use a sanded grout in that case.
Vanity & Sink
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DELUXE LIVING 48 Inch Bathroom Vanity with Sink, Solid Wood, Walnut, Fully Assembled Freestanding
Finish: Walnut (solid wood and MDF), white sink top
Why we chose it
We love this deep walnut tone for its real presence, the kind of piece that looks as if it has stood in an old adobe house for decades. It arrives fully assembled, in solid wood and MDF built to resist warping in a humid bath.
Fixtures
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gotonovo Bathroom Faucet 1 Hole Vintage, Antique Brass, 7.1-inch Spout Reach
Finish: Antique brass
Why we chose it
We chose a softly curved vintage spout in antique brass because we love how it catches the window light and warms the white top. One hole, one lever, nothing fussy: old-world in feel, simple to live with.
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KINGSTON BRASS VTDE603122L 60-Inch Contemporary Alcove Acrylic Bathtub with Left Hand Drain and Overflow Holes
Finish: White acrylic
Why we chose it
We chose a clean white 60-inch alcove tub so the hand-painted tile wall can take center stage. It's a practical tub-and-shower base for a guest bath, with a smooth acrylic surface that's warm to the touch.
Alcove bathtub: Left-hand drain; the render does not show the drain side clearly. Pick the right- or left-drain version (B00LHURMDA is right drain) to match your plumbing.
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SUMERAIN Shower Faucet System with Waterfall Tub Spout, Brushed Gold, 8" Rain Shower Head, Brass Handheld Shower Head, Anti-scald Pressure-Balanced Valve, Including Rough-In Valve (S3233BGW-B)
Finish: Brushed gold
Why we chose it
We chose a rain head, a brass handheld and a waterfall tub spout in warm brushed gold, and we love the soft glow they give the tile wall. The listing says the 1.8 GPM showerhead meets EPA WaterSense, and the rough-in valve is pressure-balancing, designed for steady temperature.
Shower system: Close in finish and function; the rain head is square, not round as rendered, and the tub spout is a flat waterfall style.
Toilet
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TOTO Drake Two-Piece Elongated 1.28 GPF TORNADO FLUSH Toilet with CEFIONTECT and SoftClose Seat
Finish: White vitreous china
Why we chose it
We chose a quiet, classic shape that recedes into the room, with a 1.28 GPF flush and a soft-close seat. The glaze is designed to help keep the bowl cleaner between washes.
Lighting
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ZGLAOJT 3 Light Vintage Vanity Light, Oil Rubbed Bronze, Bathroom Light Fixture Over Mirror
Finish: Oil rubbed bronze, clear glass shades
Why we chose it
We love how three glass shades on a dark, aged-metal bar spread a warm, even glow across the mirror, like lamplight in a hacienda hallway.
Vanity light: The render shows a lighter brass finish; the listing is oil rubbed bronze, which is darker.
Mirror
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VooBang Arched Wall Mirror, 24 x 36 inch Arch Bathroom Mirror, Black
Finish: Matte black metal frame
Why we chose it
We chose a slim black arch to repeat the window's curve and read like a quiet line of iron on the plaster. It frames the face in clean light and leaves the Talavera to speak.
Hardware
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Stur-De Wrought Iron Towel Ring, Handmade Rustic Wall Holder
Finish: Black wrought iron
Why we chose it
We chose a ring hand-forged by a blacksmith, because we love the small hammer marks that make iron feel alive. It ties to the black mirror frame and keeps a hand towel right where a guest reaches for it.
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Flybath Toilet Paper Holder Brushed Brass Antique Wall Mount
Finish: Antique brushed brass
Why we chose it
We chose solid brass with a gently aged, hand-applied finish, the kind of small, honest detail we love in old Spanish houses. Hidden screws keep the line clean.
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Flybath 2PCS Towel Hooks Brushed Brass Antique Coat Robe Hooks Wall Mount
Finish: Antique brushed brass
Why we chose it
We added two small brass hooks for a robe and a towel so the warm glow of brass repeats around the room. Simple, sturdy and quietly vintage.
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Century Hardware Modern Geo Round Knob 10628-4, Satin Brass, 38mm, 10 Pack
Finish: Satin brass (solid brass)
Why we chose it
We chose solid brass in a soft satin finish to tie the vanity to the warm metal around it. It's a small thing the hand meets every day, and we think small things matter.
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Toilet Brush and Holder Set: 304 Stainless Steel Brushed Gold Toilet Bowl Brush and Holder with Removable Inner Bowl and Splash Protection
Finish: Brushed gold
Why we chose it
We chose a brushed-gold brush and holder that complements the antique brass faucet.
Ventilation
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Miseno MBF080L 80 CFM Ultra Quiet 0.3 Sones Energy Star and HVI Certified Exhaust Fan with LED Lighting, White
Finish: White grille
Why we chose it
We wanted the air to clear gently after a hot shower, which helps keep moisture off the paint and grout. We chose this one for its whisper-quiet 0.3 sones and 80 CFM for a small to medium bath, and we love that it adds a warm 2700K LED glow with a night-light setting. The listing says it is ENERGY STAR rated and listed.
Exhaust fan with light: Ceiling-mounted, so not shown in the illustration. Hire an electrician and size the fan to your room; 80 CFM suits small to medium baths per the listing.
Textiles
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Mindow 2Pcs Waffle Hand Towels for Bathroom, Cotton Waffle Weave, 13 x 29 in
Finish: Off-white cotton waffle
Why we chose it
We wanted light, airy off-white cotton waffle to soften all that tile and plaster, and it dries quickly.
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SUPERIOR Cotton Hand Towel Set, Zero Twist, Waffle Border, Set of 6, Ivory
Finish: Ivory cotton, waffle honeycomb
Why we chose it
We kept a second towel in mind with the same soft waffle texture: ivory zero-twist cotton with a hanging loop, and a set of six so a fresh one is always ready.
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DEXI Bathroom Rug 36x24, Soft Absorbent Microfiber Bath Mat, Cream Yellow
Finish: Cream yellow
Why we chose it
We laid a cream-yellow microfiber mat beside the tub and walnut vanity for a soft landing.
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Utopia Towels 12 Pack Premium Wash Cloths, 12x12 in, 100% Cotton, Ivory
Finish: Ivory
Why we chose it
We added an ivory 12-pack of cotton washcloths for the tub bath.
Decor
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Bico Matte White Ceramic 12oz Soap Dispenser, with Removable Pump
Finish: Matte white ceramic
Why we chose it
We picked matte white ceramic because we love how softly it sits on the counter, keeping the vanity calm and uncluttered.
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Olive Trees Artificial Indoor, 5ft Tall Olive Tree with White Planter
Finish: Silk leaves, natural wood trunk, white planter with weighted cement base
Why we chose it
We love how silver-green leaves on a real wood trunk bring a breath of a Mediterranean courtyard indoors, with no watering or sun needed.
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StorageWorks Wicker Seagrass Baskets, Toilet Basket Tank Topper
Finish: Natural seagrass
Why we chose it
We set a natural seagrass tank-topper basket above the toilet to warm the walnut vanity.
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Gold Plated Metal Square Tissue Box Cover Holder
Finish: Gold plated
Why we chose it
We added a gold-plated square tissue cover that sits well with the antique brass faucet.
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Gold Bathroom Trash Can with Lid | 5L Garbage Can | Small Trash Can
Finish: Gold
Why we chose it
We chose a small gold can with a lid that fits the brass palette beside the vanity.
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2-in-1 Digital & Analog Bathroom Scale, 400 lbs, Large Display
Finish: Digital/analog bathroom scale
Why we chose it
We added a hybrid digital-and-analog scale that suits this vintage-leaning guest bath.
2-in-1 scale: listing title does not state a color; confirm the finish on the product page before ordering.
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Short Tissue Box Cover, Rectangle Tissue Box Holder, Cream
Finish: Cream
Why we chose it
We kept a short cream tissue cover as a soft vanity option beside our gold metal pick.
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SONGMICS Laundry Hamper with Lid, 17.2 Gal (65 L) Synthetic Rattan, Foldable
Finish: Rattan-look natural
Why we chose it
We tucked a synthetic-rattan hamper with a lid into the plan; the texture suits Spanish Revival.
Notes
- Toilet brush & holder, Toilet tank seagrass basket, Gold plated tissue box cover, Gold bathroom trash can with lid, Cream bath mat, 2-in-1 digital & analog scale, Ivory cotton washcloths (12-pack), Cream tissue box cover, and Synthetic rattan hamper with lid aren't shown in the illustration.
- 2-in-1 scale: listing title does not state a color; confirm the finish on the product page before ordering.
- Hand towels (second option): an alternative to our first towel pick, ivory rather than off-white and 30 x 16 in.
- Wall paint: the listing says "Low VOC" and gives no g/L figure. Its title includes "2PK" while the size shows 1 gallon, so confirm the quantity before ordering.
- Grout: the non-sanded grout listing is for narrow joints (up to 1/8 in). Handmade tile is often set wider; use a sanded grout in that case.
- Toilet paper holder and hooks are antique brass to match the faucet and shower; the towel ring is black iron.
- Vanity: The render's door and drawer layout and pulls are approximate; check the listing photos for the exact configuration and top.
- Faucet: The render shows a small separate lever beside the spout; this is a single-hole faucet with the lever on the body. Confirm the vanity top's hole drilling before ordering.
- Vanity light: The render shows a lighter brass finish; the listing is oil rubbed bronze, which is darker.
- Alcove bathtub: Left-hand drain; the render does not show the drain side clearly. Pick the right- or left-drain version (B00LHURMDA is right drain) to match your plumbing.
- Shower system: Close in finish and function; the rain head is square, not round as rendered, and the tub spout is a flat waterfall style.
- Talavera wall tile: The render shows one repeating pattern; this box mixes 20 patterns, so the wall will read as a patchwork.
- Amazon sets product details, prices and availability, and they may change. Product finishes in the rendering are approximate.
- Product selections are design suggestions only. Check local codes and permit requirements with your installer before you build.
- Exhaust fan with light: Ceiling-mounted, so not shown in the illustration. Hire an electrician and size the fan to your room; 80 CFM suits small to medium baths per the listing.
- Cabinet knobs: An optional swap for the vanity's own hardware. These are single-hole knobs with a geometric face; if your vanity uses two-hole pulls you will need to fill or cover the holes. Count your doors and drawers before ordering.
- Faux olive tree: Not shown in the illustration. At 5 ft tall it needs a clear corner of floor space.
Amazon sets product details and availability, and they may change.