Oh, that’s right, paint the wall, then install the commode. In the do-it-yourself world of my late step-dad, there are many wonders. I really don’t know why he ended up putting this on his basement water closet back in the rural midwest, but it does add a colorful touch and seems to kinda go with whatever that industrial cleaning product is on the floor.
Decorative Owl Lavatory Lid
Submitted by Markydoodle
October 30th, 2009
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Allee Willis
This is absolutely gorgeous! I presently have what I’m sure is this owl’s cousin, a frog, as the toilet seat in my guest bathroom. It’s green, not as pretty as the red shown here, but the frog takes up the exact amount of space and is painted in the same style.
Though my frog was pristine when I first bought him on eBay about 10 years ago he’s been the victim of many a “misguided” male who’s caused him to streak and slowly disintegrate. I’m now inspired to look for the likes of this owl so I can replace Mr. Frog before he completely disappears.
You’re right that the toilet seat perfectly matches the industrial cleaning product on the floor next to it. Must be some pretty heavy duty action going on there to demand such a large supply. I also love the perfectly placed plunger and toilet brush. The owl is lucky to have so many little friends to hang out next to his limb.
MeshuggaMel
This is fantastic. Having an owl overseeing the toilet would be a constant reminder to those with bad aim / poor hygene to “give a hoot, don’t pollute”!
I also like the blue deep pile foot rug, complete with what looks to be a chemical bleaching stain, perhaps from the lovely red industrial cleaner?
Allee Willis
Yes, I like the concept of the owl being a reminder to ‚Äúgive a hoot, don‚Äôt pollute‚Äù, though that’s relying on the assumption that the guests taking aim are somewhat conscious, which perhaps at that moment of euphoria that comes with release they aren’t. Part of the problem in my commode with only the owl standing guard may also be the plethora of objects on which aimers’ eyes may feast . Perhaps the Eva Gabor chinstrap, the Las Vegas Pussy Comb or the Tootsie Palette, a 1930’s foot mold/ toe separator for perfect pedicures, are too distracting. Maybe I need to remove everything so the only thing to think about is keeping ones fountain offa my frog.
Mark Milligan
To my best guess, it’s been there 20 years or so, and the applique is predominantly intact due to it being a rural area.
Mark Blackwell
wow! what a great red!
Nessa
This blows my mind, this same toilet lid resides in the powder room in my parents’ basement. I was always a little afraid of it.. you know.. basements.. spiders..
damebrooke
This is a hoot!
Mark Milligan
I am so humbled by the honor, life has so many possibilities, don’t you think?