Trump Restores Lincoln Bathroom With Classic Black And White Marble
President Trump announced the finished renovation of the Lincoln Bedroom bathroom and posted photos on Truth Social, showcasing a shift from a 1940s art deco look to a black-and-white marble finish. The update leans into a historical aesthetic and comes alongside plans for a privately funded White House ballroom, a project the administration says will restore hosting capacity. Supporters see the work as tasteful, historically minded, and paid for without burdening taxpayers.
Trump made the reveal directly on his platform and emphasized a return to materials that fit the Lincoln era. “I renovated the Lincoln Bathroom in the White House. It was renovated in the 1940s in an art deco green tile style, which was totally inappropriate for the Lincoln Era,” Trump posted to Truth Social on Friday. The message underlined a clear intent: move away from midcentury styling toward something more period-appropriate.
The green tile that had been in place since the 1940s was replaced with a classic black-and-white marble scheme meant to echo 19th century taste. Trump described the new choice as both elegant and historically defensible. “I did it in black and white polished statuary marble. This was very appropriate for the time of Abraham Lincoln and, in fact, could be the marble that was originally there!”
The photos shared show gleaming marble surfaces and warm gold fixtures, a combination meant to read as both stately and modern. The president captioned one post with a short, proud line meant to highlight craftsmanship. “The Refurbished Lincoln Bathroom in the White House — Highly polished, Statuary marble!”
The Lincoln Bedroom itself has been called that since 1945 after an effort to furnish the space with pieces from Abraham Lincoln’s era. The room sits in the southeast corner of the second floor and carries a lot of symbolic weight in the house. Restoring a bathroom that connects visually to that period is a small but noticeable act of historical respect.
The bathroom update arrives as crews have begun removing a section of the East Wing to make room for a privately funded ballroom project the administration has promoted for months. The ballroom is estimated to cost $250 million and will be financed through private funds along with support from the president. Officials argue the addition is practical: it will end the need to erect large tents for major diplomatic events and return hosting to the main grounds.
“The White House is currently unable to host major functions honoring world leaders in other countries without having to install a large and unsightly tent approximately 100 yards away from the main building’s entrance,” White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said during a July 31 briefing. That explanation was offered as a straightforward justification for the construction and for using private dollars instead of taxpayer money.
Renovations inside the executive residence always draw attention and often some criticism, but supporters point out a few simple facts: the bathroom was outdated, the new materials are durable and high-end, and private funding is covering much larger projects. For those who prioritize historic fidelity and efficient use of private capital, the choices read as sensible. Critics may call such updates flashy, but the administration frames them as restoration rather than vanity.
Beyond aesthetics, the work signals a hands-on approach to the residence itself; the president is publicly taking credit for directing details. That visibility matters politically, especially for voters who value decisive action and visible stewardship of national symbols. The polished surfaces and brass fittings are meant to send a message that historic dignity and modern function can coexist.
Photos and posts from the renovation have circulated widely and will likely shape the narrative around White House improvements in the months ahead. Whether people focus on the marble, the funding structure, or the broader ballroom project, the administration has chosen a visible route that aligns with its messaging. The end result is a refreshed room intended to fit the house’s storied past and present ambitions.
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