Let's be honest: most of us are afraid of color. So much so that we refuse to stray from whites, tans and browns. These are the safe shades, after all. They can't steer us wrong. Until we come to painting a bathroom with them...

We know, we know: white is classic and tan is tasteful. They are both also terribly overused and lack personality, which you all have. Why be afraid of playing with color? Why hesitate to bring in dimension and texture to a space that needs it?

When painting a bathroom, you have the ability to be creative in ways you can't for the rest of your home. Why? Because this is a self-contained area that you spend less time in. You can allow yourself to stretch your imagination since you are less likely to grow tired of a pattern or worry about what guests might think. You have the ability to enjoy yourself for once. Why waste it?

Yes, yes, we understand that you might still be tentative. You are simply not used to color and painting a bathroom seems like such a large step to take. But you must remember one thing: if you do not like a shade, you can just paint over it.

Color is not permanent. It can be changed easily and quickly. Too many people forget this. They see shades as terrible, ever-lasting things. We know that seems dramatic (and it is) but, then again, people do tend to get dramatic over decorating. It all seems more important than it is.

When painting a bathroom, you can have fun with the space. Use pattern and color to create something unique, something that is you. And do not try to argue that your personality only calls for white. You have depth; you have dimension; you have a sense of humor. Use that. Incorporate it. You do not have to be afraid to show who you are. This room is the ideal opportunity for it.

Of course, you may still be questioning how to do that. How can painting a bathroom really be done? It is actually quite simple. Just ask yourself a few basic questions. Things like, what is your favorite color? We know this seems childish but it truly is easier to pick shades that you love and play with them. Also, look to magazines and other methods of research. See examples of painting a bathroom. You can find ones that you like and apply them to your space.

The point is, though, that you have the chance to do something beyond the standard brown and white. You can make something special and give a room that is usually ignored a whole new look. And you don't have to be afraid of it.

Remember: painting is easy to do and easy to undo. It's not permanent. You can try as many times as you need to before you find the shade that works for you.

Painting a bathroom is your time to be creative so take it.