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Best floor tiles for small bathrooms

12 Stunning Tile Ideas for Small Bathrooms

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Updated on 11/29/22

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When the time comes to renovate your small bathroom, there are many things to consider: Should you stick with bright colors? Is it time to ditch that bulky tub? Can large tiles work in a small space? Designing a small bathroom means you'll have to be clever and purposeful with every decision, and your bathroom's tile is one of the first things you'll notice when you step into the room. 

Here are some ideas for tiles for small bathrooms. 

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  Create a Diagonal Tile Pattern for Visual Interest

  The Glitter Guide

  Not only does this modern bathroom from The Glitter Guide feature have a tall mirror that helps to extend the space, but the subtle, glossy subway tile is laid in a herringbone pattern, drawing your eye to the longest part of the room. It also provides an element of refreshing surprise, since a diagonal pattern with subway tile is unexpected.

  Don't be afraid to experiment with different tilework patterns, just make sure to plan ahead. When it comes to small spaces, there's little room for error. 

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  Use White and Black for Drama

  Studio McGee

  The black hexagon tiles in this grayscale bathroom from Studio McGee are not for the faint of heart, but they are the perfect anchor for a classy and sophisticated space with white subway tile covering the lower walls. We love any excuse to use moody floral wallpaper, especially in small spaces. Floor-to-ceiling tile work can sometimes make a small space feel claustrophobic, so consider tiling only partway up the wall, as seen here. 

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  Create Contrast With Chevron Stripes

  Donna Dotan Photography / Houzz

  Similar to a diagonal pattern, chevron stripe tile work visually elongates the space, adding a sense of depth. This bathroom photographed by Donna Dotan Photography looks much larger than it is, partially due to the chevron stripe floor tiles and the stark white color palette, which doesn't contribute any visual clutter. The glass shower door further helps to create a more fully open and airy space. 

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  Brighten a Dark Room With Large, Light-Colored Tiles

  Rooms for Rent Blog

  The large beige floor tiles laid in a plain stack-bond pattern, as shown in this elegant bathroom from Rooms for Rent Blog, keep things simple and act as a subtle base for the black wainscoting. The light-colored tiles help reflect more light and widen the space in a room dominated by dark hues. 

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  Add Height With Floor-to-Ceiling Mosaic Tiles

  Style Curator

  Though we've said that larger tiles can create the illusion of more space, that doesn't mean you have to forgo using smaller mosaic tiles. This enviable powder room from Style Curator uses small hexagon tile work to draw the eye upward toward the ceiling and open up the space. Plus, the floating vanity takes up less square footage than a conventional one while cutting down on the clutter factor.

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  Add Classic Appeal With a Stretch-Bond Pattern

  @beckiowens / Instagram

  Despite its small size, this sleek bathroom spotted on Becki Owens's Instagram is big on style. There are many different tiles used in this room, which add a lot of visual interest and distract from the smallness of the space. The stretch-bond pattern used on the walls is a great choice—it avoids the claustrophobic feel that a grid pattern can sometimes create, and also visually extends the wall space. 

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  Reflect Light With Glossy Wall Tiles

  At Home in Love

  Though glossy tiles are a no-no for the bathroom floor, using them on walls can reflect even more light and make a small bathroom feel spacious. The pale green tiles used in this simple bathroom from At Home in Love are just glossy enough to create the feel of a larger bathroom without looking dated.  

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  Extend Floor Tiles Into the Shower

  Deuce Cities Henhouse

  Rather than changing up the floor tiles in the shower stall, the designer of this chic bathroom from Deuce Cities Henhouse extends the floor tiles through the entire room. This creates a seamless, uniform design that expands the visual feeling of the space.

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  Make a Statement With Bold Graphic Tiles

  Suzy Hoodless

  Graphic tiles can make a bold statement—and the Escher-like pattern in this jazzy bathroom from Suzy Hoodless is definitely bold. But it works because it's used with restraint, being used only on the floor and partway up the sink wall. Limited use is a good guideline to follow when using graphic tiles—if you take them all the way to the ceiling, they'll quickly become overwhelming and disorienting. The visual effect of extending the floor tile partway up the wall tends to elongate the space. 

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  Contrast With Black Floor Tiles

  Reena Sotropa

  Just as a room with highly patterned wall calls for a light-colored floor, white walls may call for a dark floor. This cozy little bathroom from Reena Sotropa may be small, but it doesn't feel cramped. The small black mosaic tiles would feel overwhelming if used throughout the walls, but by keeping them confined to just the floor, the rest of the room feels airy and light. 

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  Consider Large Tiles

  Cathie Hong

  Conventional wisdom says that small spaces call for small tiles—but think again. Large tiles can actually trick the brain into thinking the space is bigger than it is. This cozy bathroom from Cathie Hong does just that, where the patterned floor tile add visual interest, and the large subway tile on the walls form a uniform setting for rest of the bathroom's decor.

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  Create Openness With White Tiles

  Gray Space Interior Design

  White surfaces make a space feel more open, and nowhere is this more true than in bathrooms with wall and floor tile. In this bathroom from Gray Space Interior Design, white subway tiles installed in a classic stretch-bond pattern combine with dark gray floor tiles to create a surprisingly spacious feeling.

20 Bathroom Floor Tile Ideas for Small Spaces

AMY BARTLAM

For such a small space, the bathroom can command a lot of attention. Most of that focus has to do with the necessity of this room, of course, but we'd also argue that bathrooms present a design challenge unlike any other area of the home.

To outfit your perfect bathroom style, you'll want to find the harmony between function and design. Next, focus on the fun part: Upgrading your tile and décor. Bathroom flooring can take on a range of shapes, from standard square tiles to shapes like hexagons and circles; and depending on the color palette and size, your floor tiles can make a big impact on style. Your choice of flooring can create a cohesive look that unites the room's four walls together.

Get inspired with these bathroom floor tiles that can upgrade your design and pack plenty of personality into a small space.

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AMY BARTLAM

While there are plenty of extravagant options for flooring in your bathroom, sometimes the classic style looks best—like this white hexagon tile. With an elegant-but-modern look, it's styled alongside a warm wood vanity and plenty of bright whites. Matched with subway tile in the shower and shiplap walls, this flooring adds texture to an all-white bathroom for a clean finish.

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HOUSE SPRUCING

Marbled bathrooms tend to be associated with classy, elegant spaces, but this design is here to prove that marble can be as inviting as it is timeless. This homey bathroom blends its marble-tiled floors with a soft blue vanity, lush plants, and wood shelving for a warmer vibe. Pair your cabinetry with woven accents and polished hardware for a bathroom with plenty of depth that still feels sleek.

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JULIAN PORCINO

There aren't enough good things to say about this bathroom, but what really makes it stand out is its tile work. Large diamond-patterned tiles reflect a Southwestern vibe, paired with simple décor and greenery. Continuing the tile into an open shower makes a small room feel larger, and shower tiles bring out the warm, natural tones of the floor.

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CHELIUS HOUSE OF DESIGN

For lovers of the boho style, an all-white bathroom is the perfect backdrop to let your personality shine through. This design mixes two different shapes of tile in the same color to play patterns against the wall and floor, while blending boho elements in a modern way. A pendant light matches tones to the window shade, wood vanity, and picture frame to carry warm colors throughout the room, and soft textures in the towels add to the natural vibe.

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CATHIE HONG INTERIORS

If your space is needing that extra "oomph," don't hold back when choosing floor tiles. These oversized tiles create a large star shape across the floor, perfectly matching lines to widen the space as the pattern comes together. For those who aren't a fan of black floors, opt for a large maximalist tile in a color that matches other accents in your room.

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SARAH FULTZ INTERIORS

The patterns in these floors are anything but minimal, but paired with the rest of the room, it adds just enough visual interest to keep things sleek without feeling bare. A soft wood vanity leads up to white countertops, complemented by a wide wall-to-wall mirror to reflect natural light. To get the fresh plant look without the maintenance, style your space with faux leaves in a classic vase.

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HOUSE 9

This timeless pattern has been around for generations, but it never goes out of style. Go for a natural finish with checkered floors by opting for stone tiles, and paint the walls with a unique color to add vibrance. Finish the space with a woven basket for an inviting feeling, and incorporate polished metal hardware to offset the softer stone textures.

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AMY BARTLAM

It might seem backward to use exterior flooring on the inside of your bathroom, but this space makes a serious case for brick tile. The textures of brick add plenty of depth to the room, while its natural color brings warmth to the white space. Rather than opting for actual bricks in your washroom, opt for designer tiles that have a cleaner finish and don't absorb water.

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JK INTERIOR LIVING

This elegant bathroom is anything but simple. White-tiled floors blend with neutral walls, setting the stage for a darker vanity with marbled countertops. Adding fresh flowers brings a lively touch to the space while using soft colors to create a focal point below the mirror.

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MICHELLE BERWICK

When you can't get enough of tile, why not extend it up the wall? This bathroom features both mid-century vibes and modern décor, all while keeping the color palette neutral. A simple round mirror and black plumbing hardware stand out against the tiled wall, while a monochrome painting adds balance to the minimalist space.

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AMY BARTLAM

For an airy vibe with a boho feeling, start with an all-white bathroom. Add tile with elements of white and another statement color, then mix in boho décor like woven shades and wooden accents. In this bathroom, black window panes add contrast to the room while glass shower doors allow light to shine through both sides of the space.

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ERIN WILLIAMSON DESIGN

In this beautifully-styled bathroom, a copper clawfoot tub saves space and makes a strong statement. It's paired with white subway tile walls and minimal black accents, which create the perfect background for this stellar-starred floor tile. Polished metal hardware brings a modern texture to the clean space.

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JK INTERIOR LIVING

Rather than repeating patterns across the entire floor, keep it simple by drawing a pattern around the room that frames your space. This bathroom incorporates small white tiles to add plenty of texture to the flooring and match the walls, while using darker tiles to make a square along the edges. Window frames are painted the same shade as accent tiles with minimal dark décor to tie the space together.

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ERIN WILLIAMSON

In small spaces, it's usually recommended to stay away from dark colors—but flooring is an exception. In this bathroom, black hexagon tiles with white grout add a bold element to the room, while white walls keep the feeling bright. Natural wood cabinets on the vanity are paired with a sleek white countertop for an upgraded mid-century modern vibe.

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CATHIE HONG INTERIORS

There's nothing like a busily-patterned floor to add personality to a simple white bathroom. With natural décor, this design brings plenty of vibrance to the space without sacrificing its minimal style. White bath towels and a subway-tiled shower add texture while blending into the bright and airy room.

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MICHELLE BERWICK

This tile is like no other: Covering most of the surface with grout, it highlights black glass squares placed in a repetitive pattern. This stained glass-inspired flooring is as unique as it is attractive. With modern fixtures and a walk-in marbled shower, we could spend hours getting ready in this dreamy room.

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LECLAIR DECOR

If you're a fan of the wood look but don't want to sacrifice the waterproofing necessity of bathroom flooring, opt for a wood tile. This bathroom uses warm accents like a wooden vanity to complement its floors, while contrasting the space with darker decorations. A black-painted door, black light fixtures, and black hardware stand out against the mix of natural and white elements.

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REBECCA ROLLINS

Plant lovers can agree that the more floral aspects a space has, the more it feels like home. This bathroom is designed with floral-tiled floors in a bright white shade to complement its airy feel. Minimal décor with a black-framed round mirror and cabinet hardware tie in the room's accent tones to the flooring.

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JK INTERIOR LIVING

The more, the merrier. This bathroom pairs two different styles of tile together between the flooring and shower for a mix-and-matched look. By using the same color, the two contrasting styles effortlessly blend together.

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SARAH FULTZ INTERIORS

If your shower already boasts some extravagant tile work, keep it simple on the floors by sticking to a sleek white style. This space uses hexagon tiles with a marbled look for an extra-reflective finish that makes the room shine. Pair contrasting elements with natural tones like this wood vanity to blend the design together.

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Tips

Even a tiny room can be made visually pleasing and airy - the right tile plays almost the leading role in this

What you need to consider when choosing tiles for the bathroom, said the head of the Studio "Cozy apartment » Natalia Preobrazhenskaya.

Natalya Preobrazhenskaya

architect-designer

Regular INMYROOM contributor, head of the interior studio "Uyutnaya Kvartira"

1. Tile size

Choose a medium sized tile. Too large elements in a small room will look inharmonious and cumbersome. In addition, for large tiles, you need to more accurately align the walls - this takes up additional space.

A small tile can visually “eat up” the space, especially if contrasting grout is used for the joints. Mosaic tiles look advantageous in a small bathroom if they are very small and not very contrasting: then they create a general background and practically do not affect the visual geometry. nine0007

2. Color

Light-colored tiles in a small bathroom are a great solution, but not the only alternative. If you are a supporter classic options, feel free to choose beige, milky, bluish tiles.

And if you want something more interesting, you don't have to lay out the whole bathroom in beige. In a room without natural light, the effect of light tones is not too noticeable. Therefore, you can diversify the tiles with ornaments or choose darker or brighter shades. nine0003

3. Matt or glossy?

Opt for glossy textures. smooth and shiny, mirror tiles due to glare will make the space a small bathroom a little more airy. Best of all, it will look like stripes, but not around the entire perimeter, but along one or two walls.

Here only one “but”: tiles with a glossy texture require a little more frequent care, as water stains or handprints are visible on it.

4. Plain or patterned?

Drawings and ornaments within one tile will look advantageous even in a small bathroom.

A pattern assembled from several tiles according to the panel principle will be take on too much attention and, as it were, reduce the whole room to one point, which is disadvantageous for a tiny bathroom. This approach is better use only in a narrow and elongated bathroom to correct geometry. Also not too suitable as an ornament contrasting vertical stripe. nine0003

5. Installation method

laying - straight, without offset. This styling is suitable for any room, but from a design point view, it's boring.

When laying tiles diagonally or sideways (with shifting the next row by half), you can achieve the depth of space, but rather this applies specifically to floor tiles. If you use a rectangular tile, lay it vertically: despite the fact that in the horizontal version it can slightly "push" the walls bathroom, in reality it will not look very harmonious. nine0003

Illustrations: design projects by Uyutnaya Kvartira studio.

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Content:

• Material features
• Large or small
• Features of texture
• Perfect color scheme
• TOP 10 successful solutions for a small bathroom
• Relief and ornament - creative and stylish
• Mosaic - room for decoration
• Recommendations for choosing
• PHOTO GALLERY

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Features of the material

Ceramic finishing material is practical, low maintenance and resistant to moisture. Models of tiles differ not only in color, texture, but also in size. This allows you to use the material for facing the room.

Ceramics - one of the materials for wall decoration

Decorating techniques can visually increase the atmosphere of even the smallest room. At the same time, the original design will increase the degree of comfort. Therefore, when choosing a material for lining a small bathroom, you must consider:

• colors;
• invoice;
• quality characteristics;
• size;
• Efficient use with different installation methods.

Choose different textures, textures and colors for your bathroom

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Large-scale or small

Stylish designs dispel the myth that it is unreasonable to use large tiles for facing small rooms. By correctly positioning the tiles, you can visually add volume to the room. Just do not decorate the entire surface with it.

Add dimension to the room with tiles

An excellent option would be to lay vertical stripes of large rectangles or squares in the center of a large wall. A 20x50 cm tile with an ornament on the floor in the center of the room will create the illusion of carpeting. nine0003

Large rectangles in the center of the wall

Unusual tiles to create a cozy bathroom

Using large tiles to decorate a small bathroom is possible, but difficult, so medium and small sizes are considered the most suitable:

10x10 cm models fit the design, but be aware that the dark scale visually "eats" the real dimensions, it looks somewhat gloomy;

10x10 cm models fit the design

2 The perception of the 20x20 cm squares is practically not affected by their shade or design, the main role is played by the visual impression; nine0003

Visual impression with a size of 20x20

3mosaic allows you to create original ornaments of various options, but requires an accurate calculation.

Original mosaic panel

It is believed that the correct size and shape give a more pronounced effect of increasing the volume of space than the color palette. If the bathroom is narrow, the large size of the tile will reduce the number of conditional lines and create a visual effect of spaciousness.

Space effect with regular tiles

The optimal tile size for a modestly sized rectangular bathroom is 20 x 30 cm, and for a square bathroom 20 x 20 cm.

The optimal tile size is 20 x 30 cm artificial stone: Washbasin, countertop, shelves. Features of using material

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Features of the texture

Modern ceramics is diverse not only in size, decor, but also in the texture of the front surface. There are tiles only for wall or floor cladding, universal models that are suitable for both coverings. Products with a surface are presented:

1glazed;

2 unglazed;

3gloss;

4matt.

Shiny ones for small rooms. Gloss contributes to the visual increase in space. The glazed surface is easy to clean and wash. nine0003

Also affordable. Therefore, an option for a small room would be a tile with two layers of glaze and small bulges. Such a surface looks very original.

Brilliant for small spaces

Glass and mirror materials will require more frequent cleaning, but in combination with other materials they will give the atmosphere lightness, airiness, spaciousness.

Glass for the airiness of the interior

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Ideal color range

Color arrangement sets not only the direction of the design of a modest-sized bathroom, but also allows you to add volume and airiness to it. The darker the shades, the smaller the small room seems. A similar reaction occurs with sharp color contrasts.

Sharp color contrasts to enlarge the room

Tiles for small bathrooms are preferable to light colors. It should be remembered that light shades are also divided into categories:

1Warm.

Warm color when design is selected

2 Cool.

Light but cool shade in the bathroom

3 Neutral.

Neutral shades in the bathroom

4Achromatic.

Shades from deep black to white

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Warm colors

Trendy warm colors include:

1 Bright yellow.

Yellowish shades in bathroom elements and decor

2 Peach.

Natural shades in your bathroom

3 Sand.

Trendy sand for bathroom walls

4 Beige.

Elegant beige wall decoration

The combination of several tones of this series looks impressive, preferably with a horizontal delineation of the color palette. The expansion of space is facilitated by the location at the top and bottom of dark narrow stripes that do not change the predominance of the background of the light palette. nine0003

A few tricks for a successful expansion of space

If you want to visually "raise" the ceiling of the room, it is important to design narrow vertical stripes on both sides of the wall. A combination of these two methods is not excluded.

Lines in the center of the wall will help to raise the ceiling

Dark color inserts are used to highlight a certain section of the wall. This illusory approximates the selected part.

Highlight the wall with dark inserts

Following the tradition

Bathrooms are traditionally clad in cold blues and light purples or neutral whites and light greys, which do not affect the feeling of warmth.

The achromatic palette includes shades:

1Pink.

Pale pink bathroom

2 Lilac.

Lilac shades for comfort

3Green.

Greenish shades in harmony with white

They do not contribute to any unambiguous sensations, but awaken a purely individual perception of the scale.

Modern solutions include tiles with imitation textures of metal, wood, stone, paper.

Imitation of wood in wall decoration with tiles

Dilute white tiles with bright accents

It would be a mistake to tile a small bathroom with only white tiles. Excess whiteness will make the interior boring, similar to a medical facility. In addition, in this way it is impossible to achieve the effect of expanding space. White color will only enhance the illumination of the space. But it looks great in combination with other light surfaces:

1terracotta;

Expansion effect with terracotta

2 pearl grey;

Light solution for a small bathroom

3 light blue or light blue;

Bathroom color blue

4 subdued green or light green;

Muted green in the bathroom interior

5 light yellow or pale lemon;

Yellow shades even in the bathroom decor

6peach;

Peach colors in a classic bathroom

7lavender;

8 sand. nine0003

Neutral sand for comfort and relaxation

Muted navy blue or marsala tiles will add depth to the design without negatively impacting the geometric feel of the room.

Inclusions of not only monophonic elements, but also with a pattern will help to revitalize the interior. Randomly arranged vertical stripes and borders add creativity to the atmosphere.

Dark blue shades add depth to the design

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Optimal combinations

If you want to decorate a small bathroom with two-color tiles, you need to choose elements that do not contrast, but complement each other. The main thing is the predominance of light shades. Winning combinations:

• blue with light blue;
• pink with soft purple;
• ivory beige.

Pink with soft purple - as one of the options in the interior

To combine bright and unusual shades on a light background, the following combination options:

• blue with yellow;
• muted orange and dark lilac.

Muted orange and purple in the bathroom interior

A small pattern on the elements of a contrasting shade will add sophistication and grace to the design.

A touch of style that enhances style

Any style suits a small bathroom. Can be emphasized with shades:

• light yellow, sand and green - classic;
• peach, brown, flecks of red - Japanese and oriental styles;
• light blue, blue and white - Mediterranean motifs;
• brown and white - provincial country;
• with bright contrasts - avant-garde.

Blue and white - Mediterranean style

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TOP 10 successful solutions for a small bathroom

1 Blue walls are perfectly complemented by marble-like tiles on the floor.

Marble floor

2 Glass mosaics on the walls and fine ceramics on the floor.

Glass mosaic on the bathroom walls

3The floor and the lower level of the walls of the same color will create a bottomless effect.

Same color floor and walls

4Wall to wall mirrored surface masks the dimensions of the space.

Bathroom mirror

5Mint green walls combined with white fixtures give the atmosphere a fresh effect.

Mint tile

6Black painting part of the ceiling and walls in black creates the illusion of infinity in the room.

Black and white bathroom

7Using a background tile in two light colors with a similar range of mosaics unites a small area, neutralizing clutter.

Bright bathroom with mosaics

8The mirror in the frame opposite the glass door of the shower cabin “dissolves” the walls. nine0003

Glass shower cabin in tandem with a mirror

9 Walls lined with white ceramics look organic in combination with imitation wood on the floor.

Imitation wood in the bathroom

10Two red opposite walls give the space of a miniature room an imaginary depth.

Two red walls in the bathroom

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Relief and ornament - creative and stylish

Decorative accents enliven the design, create a sense of completeness of the image. In a small bathroom, this task is handled by:

• tiles imitating fabric;
• vertical and horizontal patterned elements;
• friezes or borders.

Patterned borders in your bathroom

The number of compositions is minimal. They should complement the decor, but not stand out from a single concept. Shiny particles of gold and silver enhance the attractiveness. nine0003

The use of embossed elements, especially models with a 3D effect, creates the ultimate expansion effect, but only when decorating small areas of the wall. Embossed tiles on the entire surface will cause the opposite reaction.

Embossed with 3D effect

Patterns or ornaments on the tile floor give personality to the environment, but a small bathroom will look smaller if you decorate it with large colorful panels. In such a room, a dim image of tiles that are the same as the size of the main cladding is relevant. It is preferable to place not a picture on the wall, but small patterns on each segment of the material. nine0003

Ornament for individuality of design

The surface of light tiles on the top looks stylish with tiles a tone darker on the bottom, divided horizontally by a decorative pattern. And at any level. The room seems wider and more spacious.

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Mosaic - room for decoration

When multi-color solutions, it is preferable to use mosaics. Better single color or neutral colors. For its production, ceramics with a porous structure, glass, smalt, and less often metal are used. And for flooring - granite, marble, sometimes jasper. nine0003

Mosaic elements for multicolor solutions

Miniature size is the advantage of this cladding material. It allows you to lay mosaics in hard-to-reach places, for example, rounded shapes. This is a definite plus for decorating a small bathroom, where there are a lot of bizarre curves.

The advantage of the mosaic is its small size

The advantage is the multitude of forms. The multi-angled format expands the possibilities of creativity, goes well with tiles.

Mosaic in the form of accents adds sophistication and originality to the setting. Many mosaic ornaments created in past centuries have survived to this day, which testifies to the durability of such cladding.

Mosaic in the form of an accent

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Recommendations for choosing

To decorate a small bathroom, choosing a tile is not an easy question. Before buying, you should listen to the recommendations of experienced designers:

1For most of the room, purchase light-colored tiles so that the decor contributes to the visual expansion of the space. Dark-colored tiles should be laid at the bottom of the walls or on the floor.

Light tiles to expand the visual space

2 The glossy surface of the elements has a mirror property, so it adds airiness and light to the room. But on shiny dark surfaces there are traces of water.

Carefully choose dark surfaces

Choose quality materials

3Themed collections make your decision easier.

Browse the thematic collections

TOP 3 laying system secrets

1For the walls of small bathrooms, a direct laying of square tiles without offset in rows is appropriate.

2On the floor, the half-size mixing method or the diagonal layout allows an illusory increase in space.

Diagonal layout on the floor

3 Placement of rectangular elements on the walls vertically “stretches” the height. Horizontal arrangement - expands the surface, but reduces the level of the ceiling. nine0003

Vertical tiling stretches the height of the ceiling

Small bathroom layout options

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