Comments for Save The Pink Bathrooms

Comment on Click right HERE to take the pledge today by Mrs. W

Mrs. W — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:58:36 +0000

I hate pink! But I pledge to save the pink and other Jazz Age bathroom fixtures from destruction. My uncle and aunt bought a 50s ranch last year and I convinced them to save their intact pink fixtures. The bathroom had suffered a bad remodel so they updated it with chocolate browns and taupes to work with the existing pink fixtures. It turned out great!
(I also am harboring a lavender pedestal sink in my basement for a future project)

Comment on Click right HERE to take the pledge today by J.W. in Houston

J.W. in Houston — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 16:20:29 +0000

Though previous owners “remuddled” our mid-century (c. 1956) ranch house somewhat–thankfully, not as dramatically as some other houses in our area–they at least kept the tiled bathrooms in their (mostly) original state. The hall bath has tile that is not quite pink, not quite peach-colored and teal accents–including the original teal bathtub. The master bath has tile that is not quite maroon, not quite brown with peachy/beige accents. Not everybody likes that look, but I do, and I’m heartened to know I’m not alone. My wife wasn’t initially as crazy about them as I am, but she’s come around, and I’m happy to report that we intend to leave them alone… though we would like to do *something* about the worn tile floor in the hall bath.

Comment on Time capsule pink bathrooms by 50s Pam

50s Pam — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 12:53:53 +0000

@Ann, try B&W Tile in California to see if they have the color you need. they are among the suppliers noted on my main site: http://retrorenovation.com/category/bathroom-categories/tile/

in addition to that, try your local salvage places including re-store/habitat for humanity – although it’s going to take some patience, likely. good luck.

Comment on Click right HERE to take the pledge today by 50s Pam

50s Pam — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 12:52:11 +0000

@becca: try craigslist, your re-store/habitat for humanity, or: kohler and crane both still make metal- (hudee-) rimmed bathroom sinks – you might be able to find the right size, if not the right color, to hold you over. also, watch my forum, where scathing jane posts lots of good vintage bathroom items she spots all across the country for sale: http://retrorenovation.com/forum/ good luck.

Comment on Click right HERE to take the pledge today by mcmsdmike

mcmsdmike — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 04:06:56 +0000

my moms house in san diego clairemont park uint 1 c1958 L shape mc atomic ranch built by del webb we moved in jan 1965 the kids bath mine and lil bros is pink with 6″ stamp tile on the wall still has the orig. tub it had french can can wall paper i hated i study it while i was seated lol it s now pink rose my 25 yo nice redid it for my mom ,we cant find the right shade of koller toliet we want to refinsh the tub and wall want to find a orig sink with legs and towel holder cant remember the floor tile oh i redid here front door in orange like when we moved in for mom

Comment on Click right HERE to take the pledge today by Getajoborelsa

Getajoborelsa — Sat, 06 Mar 2010 20:24:10 +0000

We have an original 1959 pink bathroom. Everything is pink tile, the floor, walls, tub surround, tub, counter top. We had to remove the pink sink and toilet because they were beyond repair and we replaced with whte. We want to get the tub reglazed pink and they will glaze the toilet and sink to match. Both are retro styled, but work.

My grand daughters LOVE that pink bathroom!

Comment on Click right HERE to take the pledge today by becca horner

becca horner — Sat, 06 Mar 2010 03:13:29 +0000

I am so upset!! I had already pledged and promised to restore my pink bathroom, complete with tub, toilet and sink. Of course all are a beautiful shade of pink. OR WERE. My contractor broke my sink today. Help! Where will I find a replacement? I have searched all day. I need a 18 x20 drop in steel banded pink sink. Any ideas?

Comment on Time capsule pink bathrooms by Ann

Ann — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 20:02:03 +0000

Does anyone know where can I find retro coral pink bathroom tiles in CT.
I’m trying to do minor remodeling to our bathroom and only need a few
tiles to fill in where part of the medicine cabinet was.

Comment on Click right HERE to take the pledge today by Kate McKinnon

Kate McKinnon — Sun, 28 Feb 2010 18:08:41 +0000

I will never tear out my lovely pink bathroom, or my vintage St. Charles metal cabinets either!

Comment on Click right HERE to take the pledge today by Annette

Annette — Sat, 27 Feb 2010 21:46:30 +0000

I love everything 50s and have a pink bathroom in my 50s themed B&B. Just found the perfect matching vintage poodle garbage can and kleenax box at a local flea market! Life’s little victories.