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44 Modern Shower Tile Ideas and Designs [**2022 Edition**]
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These modern shower tile ideas and designs for 2022 will have you looking to redesign your bathroom! Did you know that changing the shower tile pattern for your bathroom can transform the entire look of the bathroom?
Not every look will fit into every bathroom and that is why it is important to have a large set of ideas to choose from.
Below are some shower tile ideas that can transform any bathroom into something new and spectacular.
44 Modern Shower Tile Ideas To Make Your Bathroom Amazing
Staggered Rows Mixed with Organized Rows
You Don’t Have To Go Symmetrical. Not every tile in your shower has to be lined up perfectly to create a beautiful tile pattern. In fact, some shower tile patterns are purposely put into a disorganized look. This can be done by staggering the tiles with different colors or even shapes. These types of shower tile ideas are truly endless.
The Hawaiian Straw
Green Raindrops Shower Tile Ideas
Scales of Grey
Triangular Shades of Blue
Checkered Tan with Solid White
A Checkered to Solid Color Shower Tile. Another shower tile idea is a solid color that meets up with a solid pattern. This wall tile can be a checkered area of different colored small tiles and then an area that has one single color of tile. This can help make certain areas of the shower sand out by the change in a pattern. The tile ideas are endless for this type of shower tile and can be laid out according to your preference.
Large Marble Rectangles
Shifting Planks
Blue Tile Waterfall
Solid White Marble Crisp
Try a solid color of tile in the entire shower except for on or around the built-in niche then lay out a checkered look of two tones of tile.
Honeycomb Brown
Extruded White Brick
Chevron Shapes
Tall Standing White Tiles
A checkered tile pattern except for around certain areas of the shower like the faucets or maybe even a shelf. This shower tile pattern can be reversed as well for an equally unique look.
Contrasting Built-in Niche Centerpiece
To create a beautiful masterpiece in the center of your walk-in shower that is even more eye-popping, you can have a staggered look of tile with a set pattern in the center. For example, you can choose to do a letter to represent your last name or even just a diamond tile design or a particular shape with a set color.
Rustic Alley Way
Outdoor Oasis – Flattened Pebble Floor Tiles
Freckled Pebble Tiles
3 Texture Title Mix – River Stone, Marble, Faux Tile Wood
Polka Dotted Tan Pebble Tile With Faux Wood Tile Shower Tile Ideas
Shiny Metallic
Small Pixel Tiles
Monochrome Polygonal Tile
Blue Subway Tile Contrast with 1×1 White Tile
Shower tile ideas using a Two-Toned Tile Pattern.
A bathroom tile pattern that involves two different colors can definitely transform your bathroom shower. Consider, shower tile that has two of the similar colors but of a different tone. This can create a tile pattern that is less boring and more fun. Also, the tile colors can be of a different contrast altogether. This can transform the showers look completely.
Slant Pattern with Center Attraction
Go Green
Pac-Man Kids Shower Tile
Rocky Path
Peacock Design
Yellow 70’s Tile Design
Faux Wooded Tile Shower Idea
Is That Really Tile? One way to really change the entire look of your bathroom’s shower tile is to purchase a set of tiles that do not even look ceramic tile or like shower tiles at all. There are endless designs on the market of shower tiles that can customize any shower to perfection! Shower tile can be purchased with an appearance of wood which creates a modern touch.
White Rectangles
Go Completely Solid with Your Favorite Colors. Another way to change up a bathroom shower tile pattern is to go completely solid. It is all about your individual preference! One way to change your shower tile is to choose a color that fits the bathroom. Even some vibrant colors can fit well into a shower tile setting. Solid white shower tiled bathrooms have been owned by many.
Tan Staggered Shower Tile Ideas
Thin Grey Stripes with Pebbles
Bricked Travertine Shower Tile Ideas
One of our best bathroom shower tile ideas is to do a contrast between a solid and checkered look between the tile floor and ceiling.
Sprinkles of Fun
Another way to change some things up in your bathroom shower with just the shape of the tile is to turn some of the tile pieces in diagonal directions with different colors. This can really make some of those pieces of tile stand out more than the other and even transform the entire look.
Slight Color Variations
Beautiful Natural Stone Tile Mix
Small-Scale Narrow Extruded Rows
Diamonds Designs with Subway Tile
Different Tile Shapes Make A Wonderful Pattern. Sometimes the color of the tile does not even need to be changed to transform a bathroom’s shower tile. One way to mix things up a little bit and add a unique and elegant look to a shower is to change up the shower tile with a mix match shapes between the shower floor and shower walls. The tiles can change from squares to rectangles or even a broken tile appearance can sometimes be used to change things up a bit.
Vertical Glass Subway Shower Tile Ideas
Translucent Polygonal Tile Pattern
Moroccan Inspired Tile Pattern
Mini-Teal Subway Tile
Before you leave, check out our other Shower Ideas:
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- 18 Modern Bathroom Tile Ideas (A Simple Guide for 2022)
- What are the Pros and Cons of a Doorless Shower?
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If you're planning a remodel, you are likely looking for new shower tile ideas.
Even in the smallest of rooms, these can be transformative, creating not just the opportunity to add color and pattern, but to introduce space-enhancing visual tricks, too.
Usually we’d say the shower itself is the best place for a brainstorm, but thinking outside the cubicle and taking a look at these inspirational ideas for showers might just be the next best thing.
Both waterproof and washable, bathroom tile ideas are perfect for showers both with and without trays, and for the floors of wet rooms, too.
Aside from their practicalities, the availability of tiling in a wide array of shower-fit materials – from porcelain and glass, to ceramic and stone – as well as shapes, sizes, colors and finishes, means that the design possibilities are endless.
Shower tile ideas
Whether you’re looking to conjure contemporary cool with shower wall ideas or channel some classic elegance with marble shower floor ideas, you need good tile to turn walk-in shower ideas into practical but perfectly pretty spaces.
These shower tile ideas will help turn your washroom into a waterproof wonder.
1. Create drama and play with proportion
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'Whether you are designing for walk-in shower ideas or looking for small bathroom shower tile ideas, using all the visual tricks you can will make a small bathroom look bigger,' says Lucy Searle, Editor in Chief, Homes & Gardens.
'Decorating with stripes is one way to do this; diagonal lines draw the eye upwards and outwards which can trick the eye into seeing a space as wider and taller at the same time.'
2. Rethink what shower tiles can do
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If you are looking for shower tile ideas with a difference, why not embrace the latest of bathroom trends: wall mural ideas?
'Many tile brands are now designing murals with tile so that you can create a feature wall with walk-in shower tiles, as seen in this bathroom by Drummonds , or behind the bathroom basin or over the bath,' says Jennifer Ebert, Homes & Gardens' digital editor.
'Forward-thinking brands such as Wall&Deco are also designing waterproof wallpapers that can be used in a similar way in bathrooms and even wet rooms.'
3. Go for all-over color with shower tiles
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Shower tile ideas can be used to create enormous impact if matched with wall and bathroom ceiling ideas in matching finishes. Your bathroom paint ideas can be easily color-matched to tile color, though you can choose other waterproof or water-resistant surfaces such as Tadelakt , which mimics traditional Moroccan plasterwork and can come in a range of colors. Combined with matte or low-sheen tiles, it can give even the tiniest of shower rooms incredible impact.
4. Play with tile sizes
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If you are working up a plan for bathroom shower ideas, it's likely you're designing a bathroom that has more than one function: both as a shower or wet room space and a bathing space.
Whether it a family bathroom or a Jack and Jill bathroom, this is going to be a busy space. In this case, and with all multi-purpose rooms, it pays to keep the decor simple. However, simple does not mean plain or bland. You can use shower tile ideas to add visual interest simply by using two different tile sizes in the same color, as in the bathroom above.
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Just as you might keep the walls of a living room plain but throw down a colorful rug to add visual layering, color and pattern, the same can be achieved with shower tile. This is a useful ploy in a smaller space; with plain wall tile, the room will feel calmer and spacious, while the patterned floor tile will bring character and interest.
'Note the sloped lip where the floor and wall tile join,' says Lucy Searle. 'This is a good way to ensure there are no areas in your shower where water pools, creating an opportunity for mold to grow on grouting. When you are tiling in a shower, it pays to use this technique both on the floor and in any storage niches.
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6. Bookmatch marble for drama
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Marble bathroom ideas can be an incredibly dramatic material to use for shower tile ideas, and bookmatching it creates extra impact and a sense of balance that's important in enhancing a small space – add it to your wet room ideas if you're looking to create a sophisticated feel.
'Natural stone, in slab, tile and mosaic forms, is a material we use often,' says Charu Gandhi, founder of interior design studio Elicyon . 'Marble instantly suggests classic elegance and something special, and it can be bookmatched to stunning effect.'
Founder of luxury interior design agency Taylor Howe s, Karen Howes adds, 'Luxurious real marble and durable, easy-to-maintain marble-effect porcelain always suggest tranquility and a connection to nature. I suggest using mosaics on the floor and larger-format tiles in the shower.'
7. Use mosaics to make the most of curves
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Mosaics allow you to create flexible shower tile ideas, and are especially useful for creating shower bench ideas that are both practical and free of sharp edges.
'There is a real trend for installing shower benches in cubicles and wet rooms now,' says H&G Editor in Chief Lucy Searle. 'Largely inspired by the need for creating spa bathrooms at home post-pandemic, they can be tiled to create an eye-catching feature.'
8. Contrast floor and wall tiles in a shower
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To create a really impactful look, create contrast with tile layout patterns and ideas. This Art Deco style bathroom designed by Yousef Mansuri, director of design at CP Hart , includes a wet room style shower – but space isn't actually that big. So as not to detract from the room's size – and its many Deco features – the white and black chequerboard floor tiles were continued into the shower area. To contrast with the floor, the owner, who grew up in Spain, chose azure blue glazed wall tiles to remind him of the ocean; they are finished with a polished black trim for definition.
9. Pick porcelain for practicality
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Porcelain tiles can be designed to mimic the look of other materials – it could be something as simple as a marble-look, or you could choose something more adventurous, such as a wood-effect.
Either way, it's a versatile way to create more impactful shower room ideas without spending a fortune on natural materials.
'A porcelain tile is a great option as shower tile ideas as they require no sealing. With any bathroom project it is also worth considering the slip resistance of the tiles – a balance of beauty and practicality should be met,' says Isabel Fernandez, Director at natural stone flooring company Quorn Stone .
10. Create a feature wall with shower tiles
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If you want to create a luxurious appeal, one way to do so is to make room for a large shower area – and to draw attention to it with a feature wall of brightly patterned tiles.
'When it comes to pattern, I like to keep things simple but bold, as this creates a more contemporary look than a busy mix. Pick a genre of pattern and stick to it, combining perhaps two graphic patterns, for example, rather than mixing in a floral as well,' advises interior and textiles designer Eva Sonaike .
11. White marble is a timeless option
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'An interior design classic, marble’s cool and opulent aesthetic looks beautiful in a range of interiors, from minimal and laid-back chic to maximalist styles saturated with color,' says Lee Thornley, Founder of Bert & May .
'Until recently, marble was a luxury statement, timeless but out of reach for many interiors enthusiasts. However, smaller format tiles are now bringing this stunning material into more homes, and it has been lovely to see the beautiful natural patinas within the stone creating a unique and natural design in so many, varied settings.'
White shower tile ideas are easiest to work around, making white-gray marble a hugely popular choice that works well either as an accent or in abundance. Even when used generously over large tiles — as in the bathroom picture shown above — its effect is still relatively understated.
12. Get tonal with deep blues
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With its calming properties and associations with watery worlds, blue is an excellent choice for shower room tiles.
To shake off the clichés, go dark with your choice of shade, and to stop it being too domineering, embrace a little tonal range.
In the shower room shown above, square tiles in a few different tones give a sense of movement to the wall, like gently undulating waves. Pair it with pure white fittings to keep things light.
13. Keep it neutral (for now)
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‘The tiles in a bathroom are an important part of the room and often span both wall and floor,’ says Isabel Fernandez, Director at Quorn Stone . ‘With this in mind we find neutral colors work well for the tiles, as pops of color can be added through accessories, tap finishes and painted vanity units.’
In this room, a spectacular standalone shower cubicle is clad in white and gray marble, while the rest of the room is treated to a large multi-colored bathroom art idea on the wall.
14. Go big with patterns
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For an invigorating start to the day, embrace pattern in your shower tiles – and don’t be afraid to use them in bulk.
In this room, a rustic tile has been used in repetition to create an all-encompassing, Mediterranean feel.
'We are seeing an increase in bold use of color and pattern when it comes to choosing shower tiling schemes', says Thornley.
'Where previously iterations of fairly traditional 'spa-like', pared back schemes were very popular, the shower is being increasingly seen as an opportunity to add an exciting splash of color and personality into a bathroom.'
15. Create a glamorous nook amid rustic charm
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The jewel-like quality of tiling means it has the capability to turn a shower nook into a glamorous getaway.
Here, a farmhouse-style design embraces natural textures and wood paneling throughout most of the room, while a partially concealed shower area is picked out in white-gray marble, adding a distinctly luxurious touch.
If the natural stone panels are slightly beyond your budget, it is now possible to get marble-effect tiles made from porcelain that are both convincing and more accessible.
16. Subway tiles are made for monochrome looks
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Subway tile ideas aren't going anywhere, and while these on-trend oblong favorites are available in pretty much every color and finish, a classic high-shine white with black grouting will bring some vintage character to a monochrome look.
A black border helps break up their wall-to-wall use in this shower tile idea while the patterned bathroom floor tile idea makes the subway tiles feel less utilitarian and more purposeful.
17. Journey under the sea with green marble
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Of course, Calacatta-style white isn’t the only marble rippling into shower rooms these days, as the material’s sinewy natural pattern makes it a fit for wet rooms in myriad colors. The atmospheric deep sea tones of emerald green are a particularly on-trend choice.
‘Our clients are increasingly opting for the richer, darker Verde Guatemala marble we now offer as an option on many of our products and we expect this material to prove ever more popular,’ says James Lentaigne, Creative Director at Drummonds .
‘Green marble works extremely well with brassware and accessories in warm brass tones or dark antique finishes, helping to create a refined, luxurious look.’
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Shower tiling doesn’t have to be confined to a cubicle. If you’re looking for a practical backsplash to a standalone bathtub and shower head, use tiles to turn an awkward wall space into a work of art.
In the bathroom wall idea shown above, just part of the wall has been filled with patterned tiles to create a deliberate feature, framed like a picture with wall paint. Tiling just a small — but carefully chosen — area is great for using more expensive tiles to make an impact without breaking the budget.
19. Get geometric with your marble
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Large panels of marble allow full appreciation of the material’s natural motif, but using it in small amounts lends focus to the details. In this shower, the stone’s irregular layers are contrasted with the strong geometric lines of a patterned tessellation, which is both instantly impactful and endlessly entrancing.
20. Bring the whole room together with all-out tiling
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For rooms with more open-plan shower areas, tiles can be used to either zone an area, or encourage a boundary-less feel.
In this wet room, wall tiles run out of the shower space and across the bath to tie this area together. The floor tiles continue across the whole room, reassuring all users that their soggy feet won’t do damage wherever they tread.
What is the best tile for a shower?
If you're wondering how to tile a bathroom wall, or which materials are best to use, porcelain, glass, stone and ceramic all work really well in a shower space.
But regardless of what material you choose, Thornley warns you should understand it fully before getting started, as there are costly mistakes to avoid when buying tiles.
‘One of the most important things for shower tiling is to make sure that you know what kind of tile you are using, and to ensure that you install it correctly.
Different materials need different treatment, it will not only make a huge difference to the longevity of your bathroom, but also to the finished look if you get it wrong.’
What is the best size tile for a shower?
There is no hard and fast rule for the best tile size for a shower, though you will see advice that says smaller rooms require a smaller tile so that it feels in proportion to the space. While this can work, it doesn't play to the visual tricks you can create with tile to make your space feel larger and more characterful. In fact, using a large-scale tile in a small shower room can make it feel larger than small-scale tile, which will have more grout lines, creating a visually busier (and therefore smaller) space.
What is the easiest tile to keep clean in a shower?
For Fernandez, porcelain is the way to go for a low-maintenance result.
‘They are a great option for bathroom spaces as they require no sealing and most bathroom cleaners can be used to keep them looking their best,’ she says.
‘A porcelain tile can also be used in conjunction with epoxy resin grout which ensures the grout lines remain free from discoloration and any dreaded black mould.’
Ailis started out at British GQ, where a month of work experience turned into 18 months of working on all sorts of projects, writing about everything from motorsport to interiors, and helping to put together the GQ Food & Drink Awards. She then spent three years at the London Evening Standard, covering restaurants and bars. After a period of freelancing, writing about food, drink and homes for publications including Conde Nast Traveller, Luxury London and Departures, she started at Homes & Gardens as a Digital Writer, allowing her to fully indulge her love of good interior design. She is now a fully fledged food PR but still writes for Homes & Gardens as a contributing editor.
Shower Cabin Bathroom Design: 30 Modern Designs
Decorating a small space is not easy, especially when it comes to the bathroom, where comfort usually doesn't go hand in hand with style.
And what kind of interior design can we talk about if a significant part of an already tiny room is cluttered up by the bath itself?
Crowding, however, does not mean that you need to limit yourself in comfort - designers offer many options for a stylish and modern bathroom arrangement so that you can comfortably take water treatments. nine0003
And it is advised to start with a rather progressive step: to replace bathtubs with shower cabins, which more and more people have begun to give preference to. It is understandable - cabins are not only much more convenient and practical than baths, but they also take up much less space.
Another plus: shower enclosures blend harmoniously into any interior design. Here are some of the many ideas you can implement in your own bathrooms.
Stay in style
In order for the bathroom to look harmonious and complete, the shower cabin in it, like a piece of furniture in any other room, should not stand out from the general style.
And since the cabins themselves are quite laconic in design and faceless, they will look best in modern and minimalist styles. nine0003
1. Hi-tech style bathroom with shower cabin
The first thing that comes to mind is the hi-tech style. Strict, discreet, but at the same time functional, it is most suitable for placing a shower cabin. The main thing is that it does not differ too much from the rest of the furniture and plumbing in the room, which, as a rule, is dominated by glass, tiles, mirrors and metals. Hi-tech also involves the use of a discreet palette and geometric shapes in interior design. nine0003
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2. Loft-style bathroom with shower cabin
The loft style manages to combine many different elements, from pipes and metals to wood. And such a variety is perfect for a bathroom with a shower, which can be matched to the whole environment, choosing, for example, a glazed version of the shower with imitation of forged inserts.
But it is better to refuse partitions, since for the loft style it is important to have space and the absence of any clutter. nine0003
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3. Scandi-style bathroom with shower cabin
Small bathrooms can also be decorated in Scandinavian style, which is characterized by light, comfort and homely simplicity. In this case, preference should be given to white and beige finishes, and mosaic or tile patterns should be used as bright accents. Wood will also give life to the bathroom, which can be used both in the same finish and as a material for furniture. nine0003
Soft lighting and decorations, such as wicker baskets, a rug or neatly folded towels, will be the final touches in an interior design project.
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4. Bathroom with shower cabin in classic style
For the classics, it is best to use an open or glazed shower cabin, and equip the bathroom itself in light, discreet colors, such as white, gray or light blue.
They will emphasize the luxury of the chosen style, as well as the decoration with natural materials (stone or marble) and the furniture that matches the design. Decor items will also help to add gloss to such a bathroom: mirrors in elegant frames, carpets, intricate gold or silver lamps. nine0003
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Bathroom decoration
Designers offer design options using both traditional ideas and original materials that are not quite typical for the bathroom.
5. Tile
Tile is the ideal solution for bathroom decoration, because this material is resistant to moisture, easy to clean and also suitable for floors and walls.
Perhaps this is why many people find tiles too boring and unsuitable for an unusual bathroom design, but even a simple material can look advantageous if you carefully choose colors or alternate tiles of different colors. nine0003
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6.
Mosaic patterns
shower cabin. However, be careful with a large mosaic: it can visually narrow an already not very spacious room.
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7. Wood
Wood has long established itself as a versatile material that can make the atmosphere in the room cozy and give it high cost and sophistication. The use of wood can also be found in the bathroom, using other materials that imitate it as decoration. For decorating a shower cabin, wood is perfect, because it fits into most styles. It is only important to choose the most moisture-resistant rock and process it accordingly. nine0003
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8. Brickwork
Brickwork also looks unusual and modern in the bathroom, especially when combined with tiles or other finishing materials to form interesting accents in the room. At the same time, it is not necessary to use a stylized brick - in some design options, a rough wall finish will also look good, for example, in loft-style bathrooms.
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9. Granite
Granite tiles are used to give the bathroom an aristocracy and luxury. It looks expensive and self-sufficient in many interior styles, not only in classic ones. Granite is also perfect for a shower cabin, as it is highly durable and easy to clean.
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10. Marble
Another natural material that transforms the bathroom and makes it spectacular. Marble looks expensive and elegant, is durable, so it can also be used as a material for a shower tray. This decision will also have a beneficial effect on the design, as it will allow the shower cabin to become a natural part of the entire interior. nine0003
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Color solutions
Often, the way we perceive a particular room is influenced by the colors in which it is made. A similar rule applies to the bathroom, where, in the absence of real space, one has to look for other ways to add lightness to the room.
11. Universal White
White color adds space and light to any room, which is especially important for a bathroom isolated from both. In addition, white fits the style of any interior, which means that a shower cabin in combination with it will look advantageous. It is important not to overdo it with white, as a solid color will make the room visually static and uninviting. nine0003
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12. Beige and brown tones
Soft and neutral shades, such as beige, cream or sand, are best for relaxation and relaxation. Therefore, they are the best suited for decorating the bathroom and creating a cozy atmosphere in it. You can dilute a boring monochromatic palette with brown or white, but it is not recommended to combine more than two or three colors of a similar range.
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13. Black accents
As a base color for a bathroom, black may not always look advantageous, as it visually narrows the space, but it will be good as separate accents in the room.
For example, one black wall, combined with other materials, will visually add height to the bathroom. A similar effect will be produced by a black floor in combination with light walls.
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14. Neutral Gray
Another suitable color for the bathroom is gray, which has different shades of temperature and brightness. This explains its versatility: gray will suit any style of interior and will be perfectly combined with different materials, including glass and tiles, in which shower cabins are most often made. nine0003
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15. Marine colors
There is nothing more natural for the bathroom than water shades: blue, blue, turquoise. Traditionally, they are used to decorate an entire room, but they fit much more harmoniously into a light modern design as separate elements, such as flooring or some furniture.
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Shower cabin
In order to create a fashionable interior in the bathroom, you need to think about how the shower cabin itself will look like.
There are several basic options for its design, each of which fits a specific design or size of the bathroom. nine0003
16. Open shower enclosure
The most versatile shower enclosure that does not require special finishing or matching with the rest of the furniture. An open shower cabin, although it seems bare and empty, in modern minimalist styles is combined with the decor and design of walls and floors, and in seasoned classics it does not draw attention to itself.
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17. Corner shower cabin
This version of the shower cabin is the least overall, and therefore best suited for a small bathroom. At the same time, the small size does not mean at all that the corner shower cannot be designed in accordance with the rest of the furniture. nine0003
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18. Shower cabin without tray
Another economical option, which at the same time makes the task of the designer easier, since trays in the shower cabin can often not fit into the overall style of the bathroom or stand out ugly on a flat floor.
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19. Glazed shower cabin
Glazed shower cabins exist in various variations that will suit both a bright and brutal loft, and natural and cozy scandi. In addition, glass is a convenient and versatile material. The main thing is to choose the most durable for your own safety. nine0003
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20. Shower cubicle with partition
When space allows, it is more convenient to resort to zoning in the bathroom and separate the shower cubicle with a partition. Of course, it will not completely hide the shower from the rest of the interior, but in our case this is not necessary - a partition finished with the same material as the walls in the bathroom will protect the room from water, but will not block the light. And at the same time it will not create the effect of even greater tightness.
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Shower cabin behind the wall
If you are a happy owner of a spacious bathroom, you can not bother trying to squeeze the shower cabin into the farthest corner, but immediately allocate a separate area behind the wall for it, which can be finished in accordance with the style of everything interior.
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22. Shower cabin in a niche
If the bathroom has a niche, it can be converted into a shower cubicle. This will not only save space, but also naturally separate the shower from the rest of the room. nine0003
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Lighting
Properly selected lighting plays an important role in the arrangement of the bathroom, since the atmosphere in the interior largely depends on it. Will it be cold and uncomfortable or conducive to relaxation - it is the light that decides.
23. Soft light
Although many people prefer to install lamps with bright white light in bathrooms due to the lack of windows, soft lighting contributes to greater comfort in the atmosphere, which does not tire the eyes, plumbing fixtures and surfaces of furniture and walls don't shine as much.
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24. Area lighting
Selective lighting of different areas of the bathroom creates a special cosiness. It not only forms accents on the most important objects in the interior, but also complements the main light source where its power is not enough, for example, in front of a mirror or sink. For this function, you can use not only sconces and LEDs, but also spotlights.
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25. Light in the shower cabin
In a small bathroom with a walk-in shower, the lack of lighting can be made up for by light directly in the shower. A similar solution has recently been often used, not to mention the fact that it provides comfort and convenience of water procedures. At the same time, you can add light to the cabin, using discreet LEDs or the same local lights that fit into minimalist styles.
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Important is in the details
The last but not least place in our article is given to decor items that allow you to make the bathroom interior cohesive and truly cozy.
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26. Shelves and wall decorations
Many people think that shelves clutter up space and disfigure bathroom walls. In fact, it is often thanks to the shelving consistent with the overall design, numerous shelves and hanging cabinets that the room seems to stretch upwards. Not to mention how many useful things you can place on them and thus perfectly use the entire space of the bathroom.
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27. Bathroom mirror
In addition to its main function, a mirror in the interior visually enlarges the space, which is especially beneficial for cramped and small bathrooms. And do not forget to choose a frame that matches the overall style of the bathroom, then the mirror will also be a significant piece of decor.
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28. Stylized decorations
You shouldn't overdo it with accessories in the bathroom - the effect of clutter and disorder may appear.
Nevertheless, well-chosen decor items give the room comfort. These can be candles, vessels and containers for storing small things, bottles with perfumes or oils. In other words, everything that can be stored in the bathroom and at the same time not hidden from prying eyes. nine0003
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29. Plants
Despite the fact that plants have a place in more spacious, lighted and lived-in rooms, they can also please the eye in a small amount in the bathroom. If possible, try to choose living and ornamental plants that will suit any style and will not be demanding on the conditions of detention. Succulents, which are gaining more and more popularity, will become a universal option.
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30. Fabrics
Finally, all kinds of fabrics that soften the interior create a feeling of home comfort, so feel free to use them not only for their intended purpose, but also for decoration.
Put a soft rug in front of the shower, hang terrycloth bathrobes on the walls and fold towels in neat piles or cozy rolls.
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114 photos and 6 design rules
The tile is not a natural material and its appearance is an imitation.
The modern design of bathroom tiles is an imitation of natural materials: wood, marble, travertine, metal, concrete. All pink, peach, red and other glossy options do not satisfy this rule and immediately disappear. nine0003
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.
- Light tiles are much more practical than dark ones. The main type of pollution in the bathroom is white salt stains from dried water. nine0290
- The larger the size, the better it looks.
- Matt or semi-gloss tiles look better in the bathroom (photos are not shown). 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 are 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).
- Patterned (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). nine0290
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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 just 2 types of ceramics and an ideally 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. nine0003
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:
I have already used these photos in the material about the design of a bathroom with a toilet.
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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 something glazed.
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. nine0015 Floor in the bathroom : Wood effect 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 designs. 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.
Texture 9000 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:
Granny between a bad and a good tile under the brush, you’re not sure of the other, not confidently.
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 not boring, 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).
