Hallway floors are constantly exposed to aggressive influences. Coming from the street, we bring dirt, sand, and in winter, also the remains of reagents. Our heels also wear out faster. Therefore, when decorating this area of your home, it is very important to choose the right flooring for it. The tiles will look great in the interior of the corridor. It will cope perfectly with both aesthetic and functional tasks.
an original solution in the interior of the hallway - a combination of mosaics and classic tiles
Gone are the days when ceramics looked faceless. The latest tile collections allow you to implement the most daring interior solutions in hallways. Let's take a closer look at the modern versions of this finishing material.
Qualitative characteristics
“The tiles in the interior of the corridor will not have to be repaired or changed frequently, which is also important in the current crisis.”
There are many requirements for floor types of ceramic tiles, but the main ones remain:
- Reliability.
- Quality.
- Abrasion resistance.
laying small hexagonal tiles is ideal for small hallways
Mechanical strength, high coefficient of friction, lack of sensitivity to chemical irritants - all this is inherent in the collections of ceramic tiles produced today.
Durability and strength are interrelated parameters. Tiles with increased mechanical resistance cannot but have the same high wear resistance. Products of this quality will not break or deform under standard use. This means that the tiles in the interior of the corridor will not have to be frequently repaired or changed, which is also important in the current crisis.
marble tiles in the interior of a hallway decorated in a classic style
The tile reacts well to moisture, or rather does not react. This is also very good, because people often enter the hallway with wet and dirty shoes. As for the friction coefficient, this indicator may vary.
Two types of tiles are optimal for the hallway:
- With a relief surface.
- With a smooth surface.
The latter is less desirable, as the floor can become slippery. Porcelain stoneware is the most popular among ordinary people. Tiles made from it have a whole list of advantages. It has zero water absorption and does not fade even after many years of use, since porcelain stoneware is painted over its entire thickness. If you prefer this type of tile for the interior of the corridor, then choose options with an anti-slip rating within R10-11.
patchwork tiles in the hallway: the variety of patterns focuses attention on the flooring
The opinion that the use of this type of finish will make the hallway cold and gloomy has a right to exist, but the latter problem is quite easy to deal with. And partial finishing will help with this. Only the “working” area, located directly next to the doors, can be tiled, and the rest of the space is lined with linoleum or laminate.
When deciding on a color scheme, give priority to embossed options in dark colors. Rough and light tile surfaces will lose their attractiveness over time, because dust and dirt will accumulate in the lagoons of unevenness, no matter how you wash them. Black tiles can only decorate a spacious hallway, as they tend to narrow the space. Considering that spacious hallways are a rarity for the layout of our houses, it turns out that collections in a black palette should hardly interest us.
The pattern of the tiles under the parquet boards harmoniously combines with the classic style of the hallway
Laying artificial stone with your own hands
Before starting work, you need to decide on the quantity. It's not as simple as it seems. If you look at the collections, you will see that they mainly consist of fragments of several sizes and shapes. The exception is ceramic stone and collections that imitate brickwork. Once you know the sizes of the fragments, you can estimate how approximately you want to arrange them.
Outline the proposed finishing boundaries on the walls. Now you can more or less accurately calculate how many “squares” of decorative stone you need. Add about 10-15% to the resulting figure for trimming and possible changes in the process. This will be the required quantity for finishing.
Pre-layout
Craftsmen who have experience working with decorative stone first “figure out” where to place which fragments and how to rotate them. You can make the layout on the floor, you can do it in design programs (if you know how to work with them), you can try to draw a plan on graph paper or a piece of checkered paper. The main condition: it is necessary to maintain proportions and not forget about the seam. It can be very small - this type of installation is called seamless or continuous, or it can have a thickness of up to 1 cm or even a little more.
Lay out the tiles, choose colors and shades
Many people skip this stage when decorating walls with decorative stone themselves, hoping that everything will become clearer during the work. Of course, this is possible, but keep in mind that the glue sets very quickly and there is very, very little time for rework. It will be easier to work according to the plan.
Surface preparation
Walls made of any material can be finished with artificial stone, but they all require preliminary preparation. If the walls were previously decorated with something, all the finishing is removed, leaving a bare wall with plaster. Gluing decorative stone onto old wallpaper is a waste of time and money: the finish will simply fall off. Some very light collections can be glued to wallpaper, but these can only be fragments - a few tiles. And then, no one will give a guarantee that the wallpaper will not tear and everything will not collapse.
The easiest process for preparing walls is if they are plastered. Just cover them with primer. Its type is selected depending on the material (gypsum or cement). Then you can begin the actual finishing.
Decorative stone is laid on smooth walls
If the walls are made of brick, building blocks, or any other similar material, they are first primed and then plastered with a suitable plaster. It is also possible to level the walls with plasterboard. But at the same time, you greatly limit yourself in choosing a finishing stone - you will need to choose from the lightest collections, and this is mainly a decorative stone made of gypsum.
If the walls are wooden, they are first coated with waterproofing impregnation, and after drying they are treated with a primer. Then a painting mesh is nailed to the surface and only then plastered. When choosing plaster, it is advisable to choose those that “breathe” and will not interfere with the wood’s ability to regulate humidity. With glued tiles this will be problematic, but finishing a hallway with decorative stone is usually fragmentary - the tiles are glued only in some places, and the rest of the surface will remain vapor-permeable.
What to glue on
Most manufacturers of decorative stone advise using special adhesive compositions designed specifically for working with this material. They come in three types:
- for lightweight finishing stone weighing up to 30 kg/m2;
- for heavy from 30 30 kg/m2 and above;
- for low temperatures (even +5°C).
The glue should be diluted in small portions, strictly following the manufacturers' recommendations. It is better to stir with a drill with an appropriate attachment - this makes it easier to achieve homogeneity.
Glue for decorative stone can be ready-made, but it costs more
You can also glue it with good quality tile adhesive, but it must be really good - you will have to hold a decent amount of mass. The third option is for liquid nails. This method works great on drywall; on plastered surfaces it is better to use an adhesive solution.
Gluing technology
Walls plastered or lined with gypsum board are coated with a primer. While it dries, dilute a portion of glue. When laying, it is important that the rows of finishing stone are laid horizontally. To achieve this, you can apply markings on the wall. This can be done using a paint cord, or you can draw with a pencil using a bubble or laser level.
Laying decorative stone in the hallway begins from one of the corners. Some collections have special corner tiles - they are easier to work with. If there are no such fragments, you will have to decorate the edges with “end” fragments. They are in some collections - their edges are also painted. These same elements are used last in a row, where it is necessary for the ends to have a decorative appearance.
Corner elements in decorative stone
Before laying, the back of the decorative stone tile must be inspected. There may be remains of cement laitance - this is a thin, light-colored foam-like coating. It needs to be removed. This can be done using a stiff brush.
If the air temperature is high or the humidity is low, the back of the stone is moistened with water. Then a layer of glue is applied with a regular spatula, leveled, and the residue is removed using a serrated spatula (with a tooth of 4-5 mm).
Apply glue using a regular spatula
Remove excess with toothed
The fragment is pressed against the primed surface, moving it slightly from side to side, close contact with the wall is achieved, and the fragment is placed in the desired position. You can tap the surface with a rubber mallet for better adhesion.
For better adhesion of the stone to the wall, you can use a rubber hammer
This option of laying finishing stone on the walls requires a significant amount of time. It is used when you need to lay only a few tiles or along the edges of a large fragment. If you need to lay a significant volume, it is easier to apply glue to the wall, and also remove the excess with a notched trowel. And press the tile moistened with water to the glue on the wall.
The second technology for laying decorative stone on the wall
Otherwise, the entire sequence of actions does not change.
If the masonry is seamless, the next element is installed closely. If a seam is necessary, the distance between the tiles is fixed using plastic or wooden wedges of the same size; pieces of drywall are also suitable. If the seam is small, you can use plastic crosses.
Large crosses are also suitable for decorating walls with decorative stone
Wooden blocks of the same size determine the thickness of the seam
When working, glue may be squeezed out from under the tiles. If it gets on the front surface, it must be removed immediately. Concrete finishing stone can be cleaned with a damp cloth, gypsum finishing stone can only be cleaned with a dry cloth. The glue sets very quickly, and then removing it without damaging the surface is almost impossible.
Squeezed out glue is removed immediately
Based on this principle, the planned volume of finishing is laid out. When the glue has set (indicated on the package), you can begin filling the seams.
Grouting joints
A special compound is used to fill the seams. In color it can imitate masonry mortar or be contrasting with the color of the finish.
The composition is diluted with water to a paste-like state (the proportions are indicated on the packaging), placed in a special syringe or a tight bag with a corner cut off. The paste is squeezed out between the seams. Depending on the type of finish, the seam is filled almost completely or only halfway (up to 5 mm can remain to the edge of the tile). The result is either a relief masonry or a more even one.
Filling a seam with a construction syringe
While the grout has not set, take a special jointer and level the seams, giving them a convex, concave or flat shape.
Tiles in the interior of the corridor: pros and cons
Among the materials for finishing floors that compete in popularity, tile invariably remains the absolute leader, although none of them can compare with it in terms of quality characteristics.
Indeed, few coatings can last for decades in the difficult operating conditions of a hallway. The same can be said about wear resistance with strength. High-quality porcelain tiles practically do not react to sharp heels, dirt and moisture. It tolerates cleaning agents well, even with an abrasive effect. Floor tiles are hygienic because they are easy to clean and hypoallergenic due to the quality of the raw materials and the production process. massive stone tiles - emphasizes the Mediterranean style of the hallway
The tile fits into any stylistic design of the hallway decor.
The variety of its types allows designers to fully realize their ideas. There are collections that can emphasize the status of the setting or its aristocracy. In the latter case, instead of porcelain tiles, the Metlakh variety, famous for its special sophistication, may appear in the interior of the corridor .
No matter how well the tile is characterized, it also has certain disadvantages in its use. For example, in a large hallway, if laid out ill-considered, it can bring excessive officialdom. Instead of a cozy corner, the room will turn into a government lobby, welcoming us to government offices. You can avoid this by playing on combinational moments. The tiles are combined with floor coverings of a different texture or a play of warm shades is used.
in hallways in loft styles small square tiles are used
It is very important that the tiles for the interior of the corridor are not slippery, with a glossy glaze surface. Entering your home with wet shoes will put you at great risk. There is no risk of injury on such a surface. So look at the slip ratio. Indicators that satisfy you will only be obtained on coatings with a matte and rough “face”.
It is bad if the tile is covered with too deep a relief. Dirt will wonderfully accumulate and “preserve” in its “niches.” It is clear that a light-colored coating will quickly lose its attractiveness, so it is more correct to lay tiles in dark colors near the door, but the main part of the floor may well be covered with tiled elements in a light solution.
As you can see, the “cons” are not catastrophic in their global scope and, if desired, they can be dealt with.
practical minimalism: black glossy tiles combined with white hallway walls
Design
You can find tiles that match the design of the room.
Space decoration
The tiles are used for full and partial cladding.
- The floor is covered entirely with tiles. Additionally, the tiles are used to cover the floors of other rooms. This ensures the unity of space in the home.
- Disadvantage: cold. When moving on the tiles, steps will be clearly audible.
- For large premises, zoning is desirable. The material is combined with tiles of a different texture, with a different finish.
Zoning decision
Color restrictions
There are no color restrictions when working with tiles. However, it is undesirable to use too light or dark tones. The first ones show dirt clearly and require regular cleaning. The latter emphasize scuffs and dust. It is better to choose muted tones. An alternative is a patterned surface.
Billing solutions
Polished tiles are not used for hallways due to the increased risk of injury. It is inconvenient to move on tiles with deep relief. Suitable:
- Matte solid tile with anti-slip texture. The dirt is almost invisible.
- Satin – microscopic relief is applied to the surface. Reproduces color well.
- Structured - imitates the texture of natural materials.
Zoning
Dimensions, shape
The industry produces tiles in several main formats:
- Large blocks emphasize the size of the room. Visually increase the size of the room.
- Mosaic ones are used only to form panels.
- Medium-sized tiles are suitable for small rooms.
- A combination of several colors of tiles with zoning looks good. You can create a single picture from the walls of the hallway and other rooms.
- It is not advisable to use tiles of complex shapes for walls. Attracts too much attention and distracts from accessories.
Laying methods
Methods of fixing tiles:
- Straight;
- Chess;
- With offset;
- Parquet;
- Modular;
- Carpet.
The most economical option is direct. Modular, carpet - complex, decorative types, stone or wood, which require high skills from a tiler specialist.
Tiles imitating mosaic
Combination alliances
The purpose of the tiles in the hallway is to protect the floor from destruction, so they can only be used in problem areas.
Combination options for laying tiles also work for zoning, effectively highlighting the entrance part in the general space of the corridor, studio, hall, lobby. The zone boundary, naturally, will pass along the junction of the floor coverings. It’s good if the tile contrasts with the pattern of the companion material. The combined design of the floor will take away the monotony of the ambiance of an overly long corridor. Joints of different textured coatings will add additional curves or straight lines to the decor.
“Checkerboard” is one of the popular ways of laying floor tiles.
If there is no need to divide the hallway into zones, then you can completely tile the floor in the interior of the corridor . The atmosphere will become much more pleasant if the material imitates the structure of wood. For greater effect, you can use a black and white range of tones.
Wallpaper on the hallway walls
Decorating the walls with wallpaper in the hallway is the most popular option for any style. There are many options and designs for this material. For the hallway it is better to choose vinyl or non-woven wallpaper of good density.
You can also use liquid wallpaper, glass wallpaper and photo wallpaper. Some wallpapers are washable, making them easy to maintain and can also visually expand a space or ceiling height. Wallpaper is durable in use and most of them can hide minor defects and unevenness of the wall.
Methods for finishing the hallway floor
The tiled area can rise like a podium or lie in the same plane with additional flooring. The height of the elevation should not exceed 5 centimeters. Having a steeper step may not only be inconvenient, but also unsafe. It is possible to fill the podium with tile adhesive or a special screed mixture. A mini-podium more clearly delimits the space of the hallway. He disciplines, since it usually doesn’t occur to anyone to cross the line of this section without taking off their shoes. So it turns out that tiles laid in this way in the interior of the corridor involuntarily help to keep it clean.
alternating laying of square and rectangular tiles with offset seams
The joints of floor coverings can be flat or shaped. The latter method is more attractive, but it is quite difficult to implement. Cutting tiles is a painstaking task. This requires calculation and caution. Such torment will be justified if smooth lines are a key interior feature. Curvilinear solutions are characteristic of the Art Nouveau style, which tends toward fanciful ornateness. A flexible joining threshold, which easily takes the desired shape, will help give a wavy joint a complete look. The butt threshold can repeat the tiled shade, match the color of the second coating or be in harmony with:
- Furniture.
- Skirting board.
- The door.
- Metal fittings.
relief floor tiles in the hallway interior
Combinations with other materials
The need for a combination of coatings often arises in the corridor, kitchen, due to the natural thermal conductivity of the tiles. It is necessary to hide imperfections.
Parquet
Parquet and tiles are often combined. Options - a tile module in the center of the parquet flooring or vice versa. During installation, it is necessary to take into account the change in the size of the tree when exposed to moisture and temperature.
Laminate
Tiles are also often combined with laminate. It is necessary to preserve the joint, which is filled with silicone sealant. You cannot create free combinations.
Tiles and laminate
Floor tiles: patterns, colors, shapes
“If you plan to use patterned tiles in the interior of the corridor, then the pattern needs to be synchronized with the wallpaper print, furniture decor, and ceiling”
You need to use tiles wisely in the interior of the corridor. Look at its layout. If it is a long and narrow space, then dark colors have no place here. The hallway risks becoming cold and uncomfortable. But light tiles that echo the palette of wall decoration will be just right. This move, by the way, is also beneficial in an illusionary sense, since it will expand the spatial volumes. There is another design trick that allows you to adjust the boundaries of a small space - alternating narrow tiles of contrasting colors.
stone floor slabs combine with wood elements in the hallway
In the spacious hall there are no restrictions on the texture, color scheme and configuration of the tiles. You can introduce additional accents into the environment in any way. A tiled panel framed by a fine element mosaic is perfectly perceived in the center of the spacious hallway space. If you plan to use patterned tiles in the interior of the corridor, then the pattern must be synchronized with the wallpaper print, furniture decor, and ceiling. It should resonate with the general stylistic aspects of the design.
A hall, interpreted in the classical version, will require splendor and richness in everything, so it is better to lay tiles on the floor, if not of natural marble, then of a good imitation of it, with characteristic stains and color matching.
laying floor tiles in the hallway using the herringbone method
Metlakh tiles will satisfy the oriental interior. In minimalist modernity, it is worth turning to bright solutions. Contrasting tiles here are often laid according to the chessboard principle.
Features of wall decoration in the hallway with tiled or ceramic tiles
The high-quality decoration of the interior of the hallway largely depends on the choice of the type and shape of the ceramic material, as well as on the selection of the overall design.
How to choose the right tile for the wall, what to combine it with correctly? What is the advantage of decorative tiling? Home renovation always involves the purchase of materials, thanks to which you can beautifully decorate a pre-designed interior design. Modern industry offers the potential buyer many options for finishing materials that allow you to radically transform the room, fill it with comfort and homeliness, light and air, visually expand or narrow the room. Decorating the hallway walls with ceramic tiles is not the most common, but it is an option that has a number of advantages.
Some useful ideas for laying tiles
If you have to lay tiles on a large area in the interior of the corridor, you should think about some delights, in the form of a variety of tile shapes or color spectrum. An ornament laid out in the center or even a whole picture, which can be edged with a mosaic or a mix of two types of tiles, will help to deprive the interior of monotony. It will turn out original and aesthetically pleasing.
white glossy tiles visually increase the area of the hallway
Try to combine coatings not by joining them in a straight line, but by “breaking” the rigidity of the spatial framework, that is, with zigzags, waves, etc. This move is absolutely justified when those living in the house are disgusted by the standard geometric shapes of the decor. Uneven lines will easily add personality to the setting.
If you want to adjust the spatial perception of a small hallway, you can play with colors and methods of laying tiles. Alternating multi-colored tile stripes and unusual ways of arranging elements, which ultimately give rise to original patterns, will be good.
original interior solution - laying floor tiles with floor lighting
Conclusion
Tiles in the interior of the corridor are an excellent opportunity to make the space stylish and modern, and it will remain so for many years, because this material is unique in its endurance and durability.
Photos of options for decorating the hallway and corridor with decorative stone
Decorating a hallway with decorative stone often means finishing corners and doorways. Decorating an arch with decorative stone and a switch
Two options for finishing the door with artificial stone
It can be difficult to decorate a doorway Two different styles, but the same material There can be very little finishing Alternating stripes of plastered walls and decorative stone gives an unusual effect
If you play with light, it will turn out even more beautiful. In modern interiors, imitation brickwork is often used. One of the walls in the corridor is decorated with decorative bricks
What’s good about this option is that all “dirty” places are covered with stone
Photo gallery - tiles in the interior of the corridor:
Plastic panels on the walls of the hallway
Very often, plastic panels are used to cover hallway walls. This material is budget-friendly and comes in a wide range of designs and colors.
The interior of the hallway walls can be made to suit any style using plastic panels. Covering walls with this material is quite simple and easy; you don’t need to level or prepare the walls much. Plastic panels can be cleaned wet, but it is worth noting that they quickly fade when exposed to direct sunlight, and they can also be easily damaged.
Drawings
Manufacturers are ready to offer the most unusual designs and patterns. However, you should not create too colorful a design on the floor in the hallway.
In addition to plain tiles, the following will look good here:
- Simple geometric patterns;
- Stylized floral designs;
- Ethnic ornaments.
At the same time, they try to combine bright details with plain stripes, creating a light atmosphere.
Types of tiles
The most popular are three types of tiles:
- Ceramic tiles are made from fired clay. This material looks great in any room, but is considered a rather fragile material. For a long time, this option was considered the only worthy one, but recently it has been losing its position, transferring it to more modern coatings.
- Porcelain tiles are much more resistant to all types of damage. The material contains clay, quartz sand or durable rocks. It is characterized by a special level of strength and water resistance. Another advantage of this type of floor tile will be a complete imitation of any other material: stone, wood, brick, tile.
- Quartz vinyl tiles are created from quartz sand with the addition of especially durable PVC. Both materials give the tiles increased durability and wear resistance.
Porcelain tiles are the most popular for installation in hallways; quartz vinyl tiles are still considered a fairly new material and are not very readily used for decoration.
Tile geometry
The tile has several geometric shape options. Most often, square or rectangular materials are chosen; hexagonal or shaped elements are much less often purchased.
About the advantages and disadvantages
The advantages of finishing include:
- harmony with any style;
- a huge range of textures, shapes and colors;
- originality;
- easy maintenance and long service life;
- decorating walls in this way will not be difficult;
- the stone is not susceptible to infection by fungal growths;
- environmental friendliness;
- light weight.
Cons of artificial stone:
- shorter service life compared to natural materials;
- some samples made of soft material quickly take on a shabby appearance;
If you correctly select this decorative element, then the listed shortcomings will remain in the shadows. To protect it from negative environmental influences, its surface is treated with a special impregnation or varnished.
Color spectrum
The color of the tiles plays an important role in creating a harmonious hallway. For a long time it was believed that it was best to choose beige or brown colors for the hallway, but modern design options for corridors have disproved this theory.
Today, to decorate hallways they use:
- White shades. This option helps give the hallway more light and space. All white tones combine perfectly with all other decorations and give the hallway the elegance of an old front door. But in modern conditions the color is not very suitable due to its soiling.
- Gray shades. Choosing this segment of the colorful palette will give the hallway a touch of elegance. A variety of gray tones will help you use them in any design style and slightly increase the space allocated by builders.
- Black tiles. This color will be an excellent option for spacious and well-lit hallways. Noble blackness will exquisitely highlight non-standard designs. An excellent option would be a combination of white and black squares laid in a checkerboard pattern.
- Beige shades. Cozy decoration will give the hallway homeliness and soft comfort, help you relax and relieve the burden of worries. Delicate tones will be the perfect backdrop for any furniture, without drawing too much attention to themselves.
- Brown shades. This option is used to imitate a wooden floor, giving the hallway some old-fashioned design and additional comfort.
Bright colors (blue, red, green) are used quite rarely to decorate the floor in the hallway. Most often they are diluted with white tiles, creating a unique two-tone floor.
