3 Ways to Decorate with Vintage Enamelware in the Bathroom

Enamelware is a great vintage way to decorate a retro bathroom on a budget. Use reproduction vintage enamelware to keep this fun retro bathroom under budget and looking great.

You can buy reproduction vintage looking enamelware online, at local home décor stores, and even on ebay. So, try some of these fun vintage bathroom décor ideas.

Vintage Enamelware Décor #1: Sink Bowl

Reproduction vintage enamelware makes the perfect sink bowl for a bathroom. You get the look of a modern sink that sits up on the counter, but the retro look of enamelware. In most cases you will not be able to drill the hole needed to install the sink hardware, so you will need to pay to have this done for you.

Check with your local auto body shop or local handy man and they can quickly and easily drill the hole for you. You will also want to be sure to seal the sink about 4 coats of a clear coat that will help prevent rust from forming.

Vintage Enamelware Décor #2: Towel Caddy

If you do not want to cut a hole in the reproduction vintage enamelware then you can simply set a bucket shaped piece on the counter, on the floor, or on the back of the toilet and fill with towels.

To make this look classy you will want to sue all one color towel. You can also roll each towel to make small tubes. Place each in the bowl or basket shaped piece vertically until full! This is perfect for large towels, hand towels, and even toiletries like soap and small bottles of shampoo for guests.

Try placing three small buckets of reproduction vintage enamelware in a row on the back of the toilet for a unique look in yoru retro bathroom.

Vintage Enamelware Décor #3: Wall Vase

Finally, look for reproduction vintage enamelware salt boxes to use as fun retro wall vases in your shabby chic bathroom. These are a simple wall hanging piece that is open. You will want to set a small glass that fits inside to hold the flowers.

You can also use scotch tape to tape off a temporary frog to hold your flowers upright. Silk flowers will also work with this look.

Tip: You can also place small potted plants that like a humid environment in the wall vase! Violets are a great choice for a retro bathroom décor. Orchids also come in small pots and wood look greta in the reproduction vintage enamelware.