Any perusal of home décor publications reveals that satin brass metal fixtures are a hot trend. If your bathroom needs an update or a glowup, bringing in this finish is an effective first step. Of course you have the option of removing all your chrome or nickel fixtures and replacing them with satin brass alternatives. But if this is a bit much for your budget, schedule, or both, we’ll go over less drastic alternatives that still bring the classic elegance of this finish to your bathroom.

 

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Why Satin Brass?

 

It’s helpful to evaluate any décor trend, so before we delve into specific tips we’ll start by looking at some of the reasons for the popularity of satin brass. This in turn helps you determine whether its a wise choice for your specific space. Reasons designers and homeowners choose satin brass over chrome, nickel, or black may include:

• Like other finishes in the gold family, satin brass adds a splash of opulence and can dress up a simple fixture such as a hinged glass shower door.
• Bathrooms are often dominated by cool colors and finishes such as white porcelain and gray stone. Satin brass is a warm hue that elevates the room’s color temperature and pleasantly balances the overall look and feel.
• Minimalist and industrial style bathrooms always run the risk of feeling too stark, and the rich tone of satin brass can make them more inviting and cozy.
• Satin brass in particular is trending, as opposed to the shinier polished brass that was in style a few decades back. The satin sheen is softer and does not show smudges or water spots as readily.

So, are these reasons sufficient for adding satin brass to your space? Here is one final consideration, which is possibly the most important. Both gold and silver are timeless tones, so finishes in these families may rise and fall in their trendiness, but they can hardly be considered passing fads.

 

Replace a Few Key Pieces of Hardware

 

Designers started mixing metals (using 2 or 3 finishes in the same room) some years ago, and this look has remained popular. This is nice, because it means you can replace several fixtures with satin brass, while leaving others as is. Items you could replace include:

• The shower door’s pull handle. (Check that the new one is compatible with your door’s installation holes and thickness.)
• A light fixture.
• The brackets on bathroom wall shelves.
• Small, relatively inexpensive items like the soap dish and toothbrush holder.

 

Choose Satin Brass for a New Glass Shower Enclosure

 

If you’d also like to replace your shower curtain or an old set of bypass doors, you have the option of choosing satin brass hardware for the new glass enclosure. The specific pieces you’ll need depend on the type of enclosure you prefer. For example:

• Frameless sliding shower doors like this are perfect for many bathrooms, including modern spaces and layouts where there is not enough room for a door to swing open. Key pieces of hardware include a header bar and rollers.
• A fixed glass panel and an open entrance give your bathroom and open ambiance. Clamps are used to hold this type of splash guard in place
• An inline door and panel enclosure calls for clamps, hinges, and a door handle.

 

Through Small Accent Items

 

If you’re only ready to dip a toe into the waters of the satin brass trend, you can introduce this metallic with minimal expenditure and commitment. Add or replace some bathroom décor items, introducing pieces that feature or include a soft brass finish. Possibilities include:

• Picture frames
• Vases or plant pots
• Mirror frame
• Sculptures or figurines

 

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