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55 Bathroom Tile Ideas - Bath Tile Backsplash and Floor Designs
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The most exciting part of designing a bathroom is choosing which beautiful materials and colors you're going to spotlight. And that's where tiles come in. They're basically the bathroom MVP. If you're planning a bathroom renovation, you may be married to the idea of all-white and marble-everything, but hear us out before you commit. There's a place for bold, patterned tile in your life, and we think that's inside your shower. Or on your bathroom wall. Or maybe even your tub? You get the idea. And if you really want to stick with a white, light, and airy look or something more sleek and moody, we've got plenty of designer inspiration on this list of bathroom tile ideas for you, too.
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Combine Different Shapes
Designer Kureck Jones knows how to have fun, especially when it comes to tile. The bubblegum pink subway tiles on the wall and the diamond, almost leaf-like motif on the floors of this bathroom are bursting with energy. The brass industrial-style fixtures and lighting add just enough contrast and the pop of pale purple paint is the cherry on top.
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Kingston Lafferty Design
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Go High-Contrast
Classic Mediterranean tiles give this modern bathroom by Kingston Lafferty Design a bit of old-world charm and just enough color. The hand-painted washbasins blend right in while the black accents modernize the space.
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Heidi Caillier Design
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Make the Shower Pop
If you opt for plain and simple floor tiles, go bold in the shower (or the other way around). Here, Heidi Cailier made a statement with a unique yet classic tile design on the floor and a more subtle pattern on the walls and floors outside the shower stall.
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Tamsin Johnson Interiors
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Shrink the Checkerboard
Shrink down the classic black and white checkboard tile pattern for a contemporary spin on the timeless design, as Tamsin Johnson Interiors did here.
We're loving the mint green retro toilet paired with the pink marble accents as well as the dot motif sconces for a touch of contrast.
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Romanek Design Studio
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Mix Up Checkerboard Colors
Robert McKinley Design Studio opted for a unique marigold and off-white checkboard pattern in this shower. It pairs beautifully with the fold fixtures, but it's that modern black pendant that really takes things to the next level.
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Romanek Design Studio
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Reflect Your Surroundings
This light-filled bathroom by Romanek Design Studio reflects the beauty of the surrounding environment, from the wood-paneled sloped ceiling to the green zellige tiles. Aside from being calming and stylish, the wall-to-wall green tile floor means that basically everything in the room will hold up well when wet.
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Emily Followill
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Mix Sweet and Sassy Styles
The sweet patterned floor tiles and off-white painted shiplap walls bring a warm, neutral touch to this glam bathroom designed by Meredith McBrearty.
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Don't Forget About Storage
The pattern—and a trio of niches—set off a jewel-like mirror in this tiled shower by Justina Blakeney. Keep storage top of mind but also have fun experimenting with pattern, color, and shape.
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Robert McKinley Studio
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Alternate Directions
Robert McKinley Design alternated the direction and tone of the tiles to create a more dynamic and textured look in a small bathroom. Terra cotta tiles would look lovely and natural in this pattern, too.
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Heidi Caillier Design
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Cast A Hex
If you want to switch things up without getting too over-the-top, opt for a unique tile shape. Heidi Caillier opted for muted gray-brown hexagonal floor tiles and added color with an antique floral motif runner.
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Nils Schlebusch
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Think Outside the Box
Studio DB used marble hexagonal tiles to protect the hardwood floors in this open concept master bathroom.
And while they serve a functional purpose, the partial coverage and angular shapes also make a unique and modern style statement.
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Haris Kenjar
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Fake It
If you don't want to retile your bathroom floors but love the checkboard vibe, just repaint them to mimic tiles! That's what Landed Interiors & Home did in this bathroom.
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Consider Use Case
The night sky-inspired floor tiles lay the perfect foundation for this whimsical children's bathroom designed by Cameron Rupert Interiors. With contrasting prints, playful motifs, and pops of red, it's a space both kids and adults can love.
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Audrey Hall
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Transport Yourself
Exposed wood beams, unique craftsman-style windows, and, a farmhouse island make this bathroom feel like something out of a fairy tale. The stone floor tiles set the foundation for a cozy Snow White-like cottage atmosphere.
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Haris Kenjar
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Make a Wacky Pattern
Fun graphic floor tiles bring playfulness to the deep red paint color in this small bathroom designed by Andy Beers of Ore Studios. The spacious drawers under the floating vanity also help keep things tidy, a must in a tiny bathroom.
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Modernize the Subway Look
Small white square zellige tiles are a fresh take on the classic subway tile look, as proven by Studio Diaa in this small bathroom. The only surface not covered in understated tiles is the ceiling, which features a Crystalite skylight that makes the shower feel like it's in the open air.
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Heidi Caillier Design
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Use Tiles to Tie Colors Together
All the varying tiles in this bathroom by Heidi Cailler Design speak to the colors in the curtains and fixtures. Classic subway tile on the walls and clinging the interior arch make this bathroom feel more spacious and open, but the abstract floor tiles help ground the room in the style.
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Anna Spiro Design
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Use It As a Starting Place
Though the striking freestanding marble tub with Victorian, old-school fixtures is the clear focal point of this bathroom by Anna Spiro Design, the tile floors set the foundation for the entire space (plus, their worn finish and playful design make it feel more approachable and historic).
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Romanek Design Studio
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Make It Sexy
Bathroom design reaches peak sexiness in this one by Romanek Design Studio. The smokey mirrored tiles adorning the partition make it feel larger and exude an airy of mystery and intrigue. The silver zellige tiles enhance this mood even further.
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2Lg Studio
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Mock a Material
Who needs hardwood floors in the bathroom when you can have mock-wood tile floors? They're super easy to clean and they add a modern, cheeky edge. In this bathroom designed by 2LG Studio, the black tub frame complements the sharp black lines in the tiles nicely.
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Gail Davis Design
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Complement the Paint Color
This hidden vanity in a Gail Davis–designed bathroom is such a fun surprise. The orange mirror picks up on the warmth of the curtains and wallpaper accents while the striped penny tile floor complements the navy paint.
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Leanne Ford Interiors
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Take it to the Top
The white hexagonal ceiling tiles meet the stained wood shiplap to visually separate the shower and the sink area in this forward-thinking bathroom designed by Leanne Ford Interiors.
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Match Your Tiles
Featuring more shades of marigold than we knew existed, these zellige tiles bring so much personality to this bathroom designed by ETC.etera for Firehouse Hotel. Match your backsplash to your tiled floors and shower walls, for a similarly high-impact and cohesive aesthetic.
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Ishka Designs
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Vary Tile Styles
When designing a minimalist and modern bathroom, stick to things like neutral tones.
But keep things interesting and varied by layering tiles of different materials for different sections in the space, as Ishka Designs did in this luxe, nature-inspired bathroom.
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Make It Monochrome
Monochrome always looks cool and this 2LG Studios bathroom is no exception. Plus, sticking to a one-tone color scheme makes the entire design process a lot easier. We also love how they made the awkward corner into something awesome with a custom vanity and mirror.
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Add Movement
Dallas-based designer Jean Liu added tons of movement and textural intrigue with a statement wall of tiles. Since the tiles feature an intricate pattern, the grayscale color scheme maintains a sense of calm—a must for a bathroom.
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Heidi Callier Design
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Create Texture
Between the orange penny tiles on wall, marble tiles on the floor, and bronze statement sconce, there's so much amazing texture in this Heidi Cailier–designed bathroom.
The olive cabinets and brass accents round out the color story perfectly.
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Regan Baker Design
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Make a Statement Wall
This master bathroom designed by Regan Baker Design is a showstopper, thanks to the entrancing statement wall. It's rich in both color and pattern, which helps give more depth to the otherwise bright white surfaces. The plant wall brings some life while the area rug adds warmth.
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Sara Ligorria Tramp
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Mix With Marble
The green marble shower and tub is the obvious winner in this Emily Henderson–designed bathroom, but the zellige tiles on the ground are the unsung heroes. The natural, handmade feel of the tiles speaks to the natural stone whereas classic subway tiles or a patterned mosaic might throw off the organic appeal.
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Felix Forest
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Go Grayscale
If you prefer minimalist color palettes but still appreciate a little personality shining through, take a cue from this modern bathroom designed by Arent & Pyke.
The grayscale tiles create a mesmerizing graphic pattern without feeling visually chaotic.
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16 Modern Bathroom Ideas to Recreate In Your Own Home
Above all else, a bathroom should look and feel clean. It is, after all, where you go for all things personal hygiene? And aside from a regular cleaning routine to keep things shiny and new, thoughtful design also plays a role in a clean, fresh-feeling bathroom. Enter: modern design. With minimalist silhouettes, cool materials, contemporary lighting, and state-of-the-art plumbing and technology, modern bathrooms are the perfect balance between form and function. Ahead, discover 15 modern bathroom ideas, examples, and tips straight from our favorite designer spaces.
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Embrace Exposed Materials
Paul Raeside
Interior design firm Les Ensembliers kept the industrial bones of exposed brick for a grittier edge, while a dramatic marble vanity introduces some polished style.
For a budget-friendly alternative to custom built-ins, they converted two nightstands below the countertop and sink to provide extra storage room and keep the surfaces clutter-free.
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Take Inspiration From Nature
Helen Norman
This en suite bathroom is modern and sleek, yet there's also something romantic about it. “I wanted it to feel calm, quiet, and seamless,” says designer Lauren Liess of the cave-like concrete shower area coated in waterproof stucco. The nod to nature is indeed a classic characteristic of modernism.
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Design Around a View
PHOTO: Alexandra Rowley; DESIGN: Studio DB
With little ornamention and simple, nature-inspired materials, this bathroom designed by Studio DB is a modern masterpiece. The rounded floating bathtub is strategically placed by the dramatic floor-to-ceiling window to draw our eyes out.
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Modernize Preexisting Features
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Matching curtains, an open doorway, and a muted caramel color scheme link the primary bedroom rooms to the modern bathroom beyond. Design studio Atelier ND modernized the clawfoot tub with a marble cube stool and a contemporary sconce.
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Experiment With Surface Materials
Shawn Henderson
As seen in this bathroom designed by Shawn Henderson, cork is a visually surprising material, but its benefits extend far more than cosmetics. Cork is a renewable material and it offers warmth and cushion (great for noise-reduction!) and also serves as a natural climate control mechanism. Using quirky, avant-garde materials is always a plus when the goal is to create modern look.
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Choose Glass
Romanek Design Studio
In this bathroom designed by Romanek Design Studio, the baby blue zellige tiles and sleek matte black and glass enclosure make a modern statement.
A floating bench adds both formal and functional value, too, and bathers won't have to worry about a pesky curtain getting in the way as they wash up.
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Mix In Organized Shapes
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Organic shapes and tight color story make this fun bathroom designed by Corinne Mathern a happy place to wash up. With preexisting midcentury foundations but contemporary fixtures and updated textiles, it's the best of both worlds.
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Play Up Natural Elements
Valerie Wilcox
Here, Sarah Richardson spotlights a slab of swirling marble that serpentines like the angle of the ceiling. This is a very clever way to make tricky or irregular rooflines work for you and look intentional.
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Play With Graphic Prints
Haris Kenjar
Fun graphic floor tiles bring playfulness to the deep red paint color in this small bathroom designed by Andy Beers of Ore Studios.
The spacious drawers under the floating vanity also help keep things tidy, a must in a tiny bathroom.
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Stick to One Grayscale Color
Nicole Franzen
The infinity effect works well in a modern, minimalist environment, such as this bathroom designed by Kristin Fine. While a clay-white color veils the entire space, the many layers of texture and shape ensure visual intrigue.
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Blend Traditional Elements
Read McKendree
Your bathroom doesn't have to be monochromatic and austere to be modern. For a modern bathroom with more traditional overtures, take note of this bathroom by interior designer Elizabeth Cooper. She opted for a marble shower stall, vanity topper, and backsplash with rich blue veining and then painted the cabinets an icy pale blue paint color for continuity. Brass accents inject just the right amount of warmth.
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Keep Things Simple
Shawn Henderson
Simplicity in layout and color scheme can often be best in smaller spaces, as proven in this tiny New York City bathroom designed by Shawn Henderson. This formula (pretty shelves, matching hardware, and simple, high-end accessories) is also always an easy win in a rental.
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Mix Textures
Ishka Designs
When designing a minimalist and modern bathroom, stick to things like neutral tones. But keep things interesting and varied by layering tiles of different materials for different sections in the space, as Ishka Designs did in this luxe bathroom.
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Stick to One Statement
Tamsin Johnson Interiors
Tamsin Johnson extended the gorgeous custom marble material up from the vanity to the backsplash and even framed the double oval mirrors with it.
The rich purple veining makes for a unique and modern yet calming impression. For a similar look, splurge on one statement material but practice restrain when it comes to mixing too many different things together.
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Float Your Sink
Hecker Guthrie
The sparkly tiles in this bathroom designed by Hecker Guthrie have a gorgeous glimmer, making it look extra luxe while still being in line with the modern style. The floating sink is also a fixture in modern bathrooms.
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Opt for Enclosed Storage
Joshua McHugh
Modern designs tend to be soothing to look at, which means all clutter and unsightly essentials should be tucked away neatly out of sight. Enclosed storage, whether DIY'ed with a curtain to hide a gap between the floor and sink or via custom cabinetry is the way to go. The glossy white floating drawers in this modern bathroom designed by Raji RM are perfect.
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Bathroom design with tiles: 105 photos of modern interiors
The best way to create a modern bathroom design is tiles, the photos in the article prove this to the fullest. However, it is worth going to a hardware store, your eyes run wide from an unthinkable number of options. And not all of them can be used in a modern design, decorated with good taste. In this article, we talk about the important points that you need to consider when choosing.
We select tiles for the bathroom
What's trending in the bathroom interior
What to rely on when choosing
What types of tiles stand out
Actual finishes
— Imitation of natural materials
— Mosaic
— Patchwork
- "Metro" or "boar"
— Colored
Fashionable texture
Size
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The main thing to understand is that tiles are not a decoration, but a finishing material.
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"Sharp-eyed" projects are a thing of the past, and today the flashy interior speaks only of dubious taste.
This does not mean at all that the most visited place in the apartment should be dull, like a cell in a monastery. On the contrary, stylish finishes, successful combination techniques and competent lighting emphasize the fact that the owner follows trends and has an exquisite taste.
What to do first? It is advisable to choose a style. Now moderate minimalism is in fashion: Scandinavian direction, loft, urban. You also need to start from finishing options. Here it is possible to imitate natural materials, patchwork, monophonic collections, various textures and so on. nine0003
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There are several principles that guide designers when developing projects that meet the most current trends. For the interior of the bathroom, tiles are selected taking into account them.
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- Light tile for walls is more practical. In addition to the obvious fact that it visually expands the space, soap and lime stains are also not visible on it.
- Materials of standard sizes look ordinary. Large porcelain tiles, small mosaics, a set of modules of different sizes imitating natural stone masonry, etc. look much more spectacular. nine0054
- Matte, semi-gloss or textured finishes are more aesthetically pleasing and practical.
- The style of installation is ultimately just as important as the choice of design.
You can encounter the result of the work of a negligent finisher in almost a third of the apartments, and seemingly minor flaws in trimming cross out a wonderful project. - The width of the joints, the color and the quality of the grout can either emphasize or destroy a good design.
- "Designer" collections with borders, decor, drawings with flowers, fish and boats should be left on the shelf for "grandmother's" interiors. Today it's all anti-trend. nine0054
Keep in mind that it is unlikely that you will be able to see the real picture on the stand in the store, and even more so on the photo when ordering online. The visual perception of the finish depends on the size and shape of the room, the type of lighting, the laying format and many other factors. Optimal: not just look at ideas in advance, but download your favorite photos of projects to your phone to build on them when choosing.
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There are a lot of types of facing material, but it is enough to know two of them.
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- Ceramic. As a rule, it is thin, may or may not be glazed, and is used to decorate walls.
- Porcelain tile. It was originally created for flooring, most often with imitation of natural stone. It is stronger and thicker than ordinary tiles. Later, the material acquired more diverse designs, and today it is used for various surfaces, including walls.
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The choice of elements is very diverse, but this year the most relevant are:
- large rectangular or square tiles;
- mosaic on mesh;
- Pentagonal and hexagonal fragments.
The main rule of a stylish and modern bathroom is not to limit yourself to the purpose of the material indicated in the product description. Today, you can safely experiment, using, for example, floor tiles for walls, and wall tiles for lining cabinets under the sink.
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When designing a bathroom with tiles, it is important to take into account modern trends below (pictured below). It is not necessary to follow the finished projects exactly, but they can serve as good inspiration.
Imitation of natural materials
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nine0002 This is the main trend of the current year. Textured wood, original sandstone, harsh granite, discreet concrete, futuristic metal and elite marble - manufacturers now offer a huge selection of imitations from the luxury to the economy segment of the market.Such ceramics are most relevant in loft, urban, eco- and Scandinavian styles.
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Design: Maria Storozhenko.
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Mosaic
Small tiles in bathroom design never lose their relevance.
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Initially, the remnants of materials were used in this way, but the idea that arose later to make patterns and paintings from tiny pieces became a separate art form.
Modern mosaics are very different from those of the past. Today it is made from the same materials as other types of tiles, and the fragments are conveniently fixed on a strong mesh. This reduced the complexity of laying by hundreds of times, and the effectiveness increased. nine0003
Suitable for classic, contemporary and other interiors.
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Design: Anastasia Krasnova. Photo: Olga Shangina. Style: Ekaterina Naumova
Design: Anna Samarina. Photo: Natalya Gorbunova. Style: Anastasia Bauer
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Patchwork
Another trend in bathroom design is warm and cozy patchwork.
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This is an imitation of leftover styling, however, in each collection, patterns and colors are in perfect harmony with each other.
Mediterranean and Scandinavian styles would be incomplete without these elements.
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"Metro" or "boar"
Urban style does not lose its position in the top of the best solutions. Tiles-bricks appeared in the Paris metro almost 100 years ago, hence their first name came from.
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It has become a tradition for us to call such a tile a "boar" because of the peculiarities of production. When glazed, two holes were left at the end of each fragment, resembling a pig's snout.
Whatever you call it, this solution looks very stylish.
Moreover, manufacturers have mastered the technique with a bright 3D effect, and now even a glossy white wall looks as fashionable as possible. Different styling of rectangular fragments will help to diversify the design: herringbone, offset and other options.
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Colored tiles
On the one hand, it's a classic, on the other, it's a very risky decision.
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In most cases, when you wanted a stylish bathroom, but got the interior "a la 1990s", the main role is played by colored tiles.
But it is also not necessary to give up the desire to add color completely. The main thing is not to overdo it. One accent wall or a couple of juicy fragments is enough to rest on the color of the eye.
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The texture of the surface is poorly reproduced in the photo, but live it is one of the most important aspects of the choice. Feel free to iron and feel the material in the store. Repairing a bathroom is an expensive pleasure, and it will take a long time to look at its result. nine0003
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The main trends today are matte and semi-matte ceramics. Leave the gloss only for the “boar” and imitation of marble, so they only look more spectacular. Favorable also looks textured tile, which becomes even more beautiful with the right lighting.
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Not just large, but very large porcelain stoneware (from a meter in length) is relevant. The fashion for such finishing elements did not appear today, but earlier it was a problem to buy a large format. Then it had to be looked for among the collections for public places. In 2022, many manufacturers presented collections of large-format ceramics, so the choice is quite worthy.
Large-scale finishing elements look elegant and austere, and also visually expand the space in a spacious room.
But for the owners of small rooms, the desire to use large tiles will add difficulties. More elements will have to be trimmed, and there is a risk that such a combination will ruin the original idea. nine0003
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Small fragments and mosaics are also in trend. Moreover, they are also lined with cabinets, built-in wardrobes and other protruding interior elements. Fashionable "boar" also belongs to this category.
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By the way, small tiles are very useful when decorating rooms with non-standard shapes or with rounded elements. It can be laid so that all lines remain as smooth as possible, and trimming is not required. However, you should be careful with the option of using only small tiles. For such a choice, you need to have impeccable taste, otherwise the design may be controversial. It is better to combine sizes. nine0003
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In fact, this is a continuation of the fashion for imitation of natural materials - now it is also supported in various sizes.
Manufacturers do not yet represent this segment too widely.
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We should also highlight the design of the bathroom with a shower cabin finished with ceramics. nine0003
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This is how you can stylishly play up the interior of a bathroom in which the actual bathtub does not fit - a spacious tiled shower cabin will become a functional and effective solution.
The most relevant is the finishing of the shower and tray with porcelain stoneware imitating natural materials, metal or concrete. Another good option is mosaic. By the way, it has one important advantage. The soft mesh at the base allows it to cover even rounded and other complex surfaces. nine0003 fifteen
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If it seems counter-intuitive now, I'll give you a bunch of photos that will prove that the tile is a finish, not a decor.
- 6 rules and 4 types of bathroom tiles
- Examples of modern tile design
- Texture
- Color
6 rules and 4 types of bathroom tiles that are important to consider when choosing bathroom tiles
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- Light tiles are much more practical than dark tiles. The main type of pollution in the bathroom is white salt stains from dried water. nine0054
- The larger the size, the better it looks.
- Matte or semi-gloss tiles look better in the bathroom (photos are not transmitted). When the surface is uneven and part is matte and part is glossy. An example of semi-gloss is imitation of metal.
- Decors, borders, drawings and flowers - rubbish and the collective farm almost without exception.
- The choice of tile grout color is critical.
- Correct tiling i.e. distribution on the walls is no less important than she herself.
And 4 types of tiles with the correct design:
- Imitation of wood, concrete, travertine.
- Imitation marble, but available from terrible to chic. It is important to feel the edge subtly (photo examples will follow).
- Patchwork, geometric and pentagonal and hexagonal tiles are also good options.
- One-color tiles that do not imitate any material can only be taken with a texture. The only exception for a single color is white gloss (including a wild boar). nine0054
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Separately, read how best to choose a tile for the bathroom - it's about the technical nuances of choice.
Colored glossy tiles for the bathroom are usually completely unprincipled - you won't be able to make a stylish design with them. An example of a combination of only 2 types of ceramics and a perfectly seasoned style: When you first hear about the imitation of concrete and wood, you usually imagine a gloomy brutal loft-style bathroom, no less. In fact, with the help of such a tile, you can get a very different design, and now there will be a perfect example.
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Here is the bathroom with bathtub, separate shower, washbasin and toilet with installation. Those. the area is big. At the same time, it uses only 2 types of tiles : gray with a weak imitation of concrete and wood-like with stylized painted boards. Thanks to the correct lining (about the layout of the last part of the article), it turned out very stylish and modern. And just try to say that it's boring:
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The main thing to understand is that the stylish design of the bathroom is based not only on the finish, but the tile itself should imitate the real natural material , and not glazed incomprehensibly.
Examples of modern tile designs
Ceramic tiles in the bathroom are the same finishing material as paint or wallpaper in other rooms. This is not an accessory or decor, it should not be catchy or bright.
Finishing material, not decor.
2-3 types of tiles are enough for a bathroom in an apartment, even taking into account the floor. The wall is usually chosen lighter than the floor.
- So we get a gradient: dark on the floor, lighter on the wall and a white ceiling.
- A lot of water gets on the walls and stains are less noticeable on light.
- All plumbing in the bathrooms is white and is better when there is no strong contrast with the walls.
Fashion is generally a controversial thing, but in the bathroom it is now really adequate. See photos of modern bathroom interiors. Let's take a look at the tiles right now. nine0413 Floor in the bathroom : wood look porcelain stoneware.
For bathroom walls in patchwork fashion:
Variations of gray tiles look beautiful (no, not boring), especially with texture (looks stylish when backlit).
Many of the types of gray tiles in the photo are quite budget options and look good in real apartments.
Very practical, but visual design for an amateur - pixel:
Or its beautiful modern counterpart with convex squares:
slate, etc. These are all types of proper bathroom tile design. Anything lower is a risk. nine0003
From risky design options: all glossy non-imitating (only white boar tested), and cladding and zoning options using mosaics. But this is at your own peril and risk.
In addition to white, only 1 tile can be without a texture - a marshmallow imitation. It is suitable for both modern and classic bathroom design styles. But the main thing to understand is that marble is a risky option. It is difficult to formalize which marbled tile is good.
Therefore, we look at specific examples. Very poor marble imitation:
Normal:
Cool:
Fine between poor and good tiles for marble, if not sure, choose something else.
To simulate all other materials, besides the pattern, a texture must also be transferred. On the stands, this is usually not felt as strongly as after laying. Photos on the Internet also convey the texture very poorly. Everything needs to be seen live and be sure to touch it with your hands. nine0003
The trendiest tile designs in 2019 are concrete and wood. The first look very cool in a matte finish (but matte is more expensive), and the tree with a deep texture. Because the concrete is gray and patchy, even without texture it is very practical and does not show water stains. Let's see the options for gray cladding on real photos.
Expensive matte concrete effect tiles:
Average price ($11/m2) untextured gray tiles from that bathroom with shower from part 1:
And several economy class options from the Belarusian manufacturer Keramin:
Color
There is a lot of water in the bathroom.
Water dries to white spots. These are the salts that were dissolved in it. No adequate filter options will save you from this, trust experience. To make beautiful tiles not only on the stand:
The standard colors for tiles in the bathroom are light. Otherwise - permanent white spots. nine0003
And 2 more hard facts:
- Neutral colors are enough for a stylishly fun bathroom design.
- Almost all colored tiles are terrible.
This is especially true in the interior of a small bathroom. And to immediately prove that even a bathroom completely finished with gray tiles can be cool and interesting, here is a photo:
almost all of them are rubbish , which cannot be saved either by an ideal layout or other tricks. But there are rare exceptions. Therefore, any colored tile is a risk. Sometimes it can turn out well, but you need a sense of taste and proportion, a very painstaking choice.
Colored bathroom tiles when it comes in and out (the edge is very thin):
But even a good colored tile should be accent, not the main one. The base color should always be neutral. In no case should aggressive colors like red, pink, purple, green be dominated. In short, the same rules as described in the material about the combination of colors (for example, why pure red is almost impossible to fit into the interior normally).
Photo examples of how to use colored tiles correctly / incorrectly:
And a bonus for those who read it. When choosing a tile design, take advantage of the free design services that are provided in most salons. Feel free to contact consultants with a request to make a free model of a room with a layout for you. So you can protect yourself from mistakes when combining several collections, and you can think over and minimize trimming. However, this does not oblige you to buy it.
