25 original ideas for finishing the floor in the living room, bathroom and kitchen

Floor tiles are a combination of functionality and aesthetics. Find out from us what is best to put in the kitchen, in the living room, and what on the floor in the bathroom. Our quick guide will show you which floor tiles are worth your consideration.

What you will read about in the article:

Flooring in the house - properties and use of different types of tiles
Is terracotta on the balcony the best choice?
Clinker tiles in the kitchen - functional design
Gres tiles - practical bathroom decoration
Marble in the living room - classic in a luxurious version
Granite tiles in the hallway - a solution that you will appreciate

Floral tiles

This design is perfect for finishing a bathroom floor. Entering the room, you might think that there is a flower field under your feet. The photo shows Candela tiles: one of the most beautiful creations of the Spanish company Peronda, a leading European manufacturer of ceramic tiles. The amazing pattern was made by designer Juan Vidal, who in turn borrowed the idea from the company that produces Tiffany table lamps.

Colored tiles for the kitchen: which shade to choose

When choosing tiles for the kitchen floor, you need to think about which color will be more suitable and practical.
A white floor in the kitchen is an excellent solution: a light-colored coating visually expands the space and looks organic in rooms of different sizes. White color may seem dirty and impractical only at first glance: in fact, it shows fewer water marks and prints of bare feet. The same cannot be said about black tiles. As practice shows, a dark coating is an excellent choice only if your interior is perfectly clean. Project author: Nadezhda Shtrymova

Project author: Nadezhda Shtrymova

Project author: Natalya Dashkova

The most versatile shades for kitchen floors are gray and beige tones. They are suitable for both classic and modern interiors and do not require special care or use.

Project author: Tatyana Snezhkina

Unusual tile design

As you know, if flowers grow somewhere, you can often see beautiful colorful butterflies among them. If they were gray, it wouldn't look as great...unless we're talking about the pattern on the surface of the ceramic floor tiles. Designer Ruben Toledo from the New York branch of Ceramica Bardelli presented the world with a wonderful collection called Papillon (French for “butterfly”).

Ceramic floor tiles from the Selection Floor collection from the world famous brand Ceramiche Supergres, based in the small Italian town of Casalgrande. Their tiles are known for a huge variety of designs and surface patterns that will look great on your living room floor.

PVC tiles

The vinyl type is available in square and rectangular shapes. These products consist of polyvinyl chloride and special additives. A pattern, a transparent PVC layer and protection are applied to the base. This coating has good strength characteristics, is resistant to moisture, and is safe for human health.

The elements are flexible, you can choose the desired shade and pattern. Floor tiles can be laid on any base. Despite its positive characteristics, tiles also have some disadvantages.

If the coating is laid on concrete, it will be cold. There are cases of its detachment from the base, since it has low resistance to temperature changes. Installation of PVC tiles must be carried out by specialists.

Antique style tiles

The Eco Ceramica company offers an equally original design for floor tiles from the D'Autore collection, namely rough-hewn, old-fashioned stone: surprisingly, this finish looks very harmonious and makes a pleasant impression.

Moreover, there are options with tiles of different geometric shapes to choose from.

In the 14th century, floors in palaces and temples looked similar, and this is where the idea was taken from by modern designers, and we must admit that this experiment turned out to be more than successful. The tile collection called Maestri Ceramisti by Eco Ceramica was inspired by the luxurious and striking floors of Avignon, the then French residence of the popes. In addition to ten different colors, the assortment includes many interesting ornaments that can be combined with each other in any way you like, bringing the whole picture on the floor in any room to a unique and spectacular look.

Here, for example, is a photo of a bathroom where quite original tiles from the Rinascamento collection were used - another masterpiece from Eco Ceramica. It is made using the patchwork technique with an exquisite floral pattern, which is also made in an old-fashioned style.

Which grout to choose for the kitchen floor

The traditional solution is to use grout to match the tiles: white, cream or gray, to create a unified floor covering without sharp contrasts. If you plan to have white tiles in the interior, you can try an option with a contrasting grout - with hexagons or small-format tiles it will look more stylish and impressive.

Project author: Svetlana Khakhaeva

Author of the project: Anna Bystrova, Irina Shulgina

Author of the project: Maria Danelia, Oleg Nikitin, Marina Serebryannaya, Alexandra Oznobishcheva

When laying tiles of different colors, designers advise using grout to match the main shade, which takes up more space in the interior.

Project author: Valeria Belousova

Of course, all apartment owners want to preserve the appearance of their grout for as long as possible. To do this, special sealants and protective compounds can be applied to the cement grout. An alternative option is epoxy grout: it is more difficult to use, more expensive, but worth it - it is easier to wash off the dirt, plus it is moisture resistant.

Project author: Olga Arapova

Vintage tile style

Eco Ceramica, already well known to us, never ceases to amaze us with its ideas. Let's look at several vintage collections of the manufacturer. The La Ceramica d'Eccellenza tile series is intended only for bathroom floors: perfect for those who want to create an artistic or bohemian finish.

Interesting are the patchwork style tiles from the Le Civilta collection. This antique design will fit perfectly into the interior of both the bathroom and living room.

The La Sete Preziose series tiles also cannot be ignored: the light lilac shade of the floor will create a peaceful atmosphere in any room.

Another example of patchwork tiles from the Colori Naturali collection, but this time made in a modern manner, combining many bright colors and different patterns.

3D tiles

Modern coating looks unusual and interesting in the interior. Upon contact with the surface, the 3D tile pattern changes. It is made from a durable base and tempered glass. Some manufacturers use polymer.

There is a gel-based compound inside the products. Changes in color and pattern in the capsule occur as a result of pressure on its surface. The size range of modern products is quite diverse; you can choose tiles 30x30, 50x50, etc.

Modern material allows you to get an amazing effect. This type of tile is highly durable, wear-resistant, and scratch-resistant. It is often used when installing heated floors.

To install such a covering, you must have a flat, horizontal base in the room. To lay tiles you will need the services of professionals.

Victorian style tiles

The Minoo series tiles from the Dutch interior design geniuses from the Marcel Wanders studio will undoubtedly give an elegant look to the bathroom floor surface. There are 5 different pattern types to choose from in this range, each available in eight shades.

A selection of several flooring options for a living room in a Victorian style from the Ornamenti collection from Eco Ceramica.

Floor color: dark, light, gray, white, black, beige

The colors of the kitchen floor design greatly influence the psychological perception of the interior. The light design of the floor in the kitchen visually enlarges the interior and makes it more neat. At the same time, a kitchen design with a dark floor looks luxurious and luxurious. A kitchen design with gray flooring can be a neutral, modern option. Whereas the design of a white kitchen with light floors will be the most relevant and laconic. But a kitchen design with a brown floor can often be found in a classic or country style interior.

Gray shades: ash, charcoal, smoky

The gray color scheme is very common, since a gray floor is a sophisticated and original solution in light colors.

White range: snow-white, gray-white, ivory, milky

The white palette in floor design is most often found in porcelain tiles imitating white marble and bleached wood. This solution can be called universal; it fits almost any interior style.

Brown floor: chocolate, coffee, walnut, wood

An excellent solution in design and decoration for interiors in neoclassical, classic and Scandinavian style!

Beige palette: light beige, creamy, antique, latte

The beige palette in interior design is usually found in classic and neoclassical styles. The combination of white with beige and gold looks the most elegant. In the photo above, notice the multi-colored glass accents in the design of the chandelier and stained glass cabinets.

Black colors: black amber, onyx, licorice, peat

Black color scheme very often creates a glamorous mood in the interior. For example, black and white, black and brown and black and gray palettes are now especially loved by interior designers. More complex combinations are possible, but in general we can recommend using a light background or furniture to compensate.

Two-tone floor: combinations and combinations of shades

A multi-colored floor can be a stunningly aesthetic solution in interior decoration. We can recommend dark colors only for light or very spacious interiors. And light combinations can be used in any room.

Miniature tiles

An amazing and truly unique floor design was created using small mosaic tiles from the same masters from Eco Ceramica.

Stone effect tiles in rustic style

, stone-effect tiles in the style of a country house
returned to the arsenal of interior designers , not only as wall coverings, but also for flooring. If you have a large room or a space you're renovating, consider using natural stone tiles to add a homey feel to your space. Some of the best options for natural stone tiles include the following textures: limestone, slate, and marble. Will this trend continue in the coming years? The answer is definitely yes! Over the years, natural stone tiles have remained a staple in countless home interior design projects.

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Decorative "carpet" tiles

Porcelain “carpet” tiles of the Auris series from the Spanish company Peronda, engaged in the manufacture and design processing of ceramic products, can give a truly luxurious look to the floor in the living room.

The Italian version of “carpet tiles” with vintage painted patterns from Fap Ceramiche also cannot be ignored.

Marble tiles

Marble is a natural stone that is a more expensive flooring option, but homeowners can always opt for marble-textured tiles. Also keep in mind that black and white marble tiles are quite popular this year and will likely remain in style for the next couple of years. Marble may be getting more expensive, but there's no need to pay a high price for its chic look anymore, because ceramic tile companies have mastered the art of reproducing the marble texture so much that it's hard to tell it apart from real stone. In general, marble-look ceramic tiles are more durable, less porous, and, as noted, cost less
. Don't forget that you can use this type of tile in all your living spaces - hallways, living rooms, bathrooms, etc.

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Hexagonal Floor Tile

Tiles of this shape will help to recreate the unique design of the floor surface in the room. Below is a stunning example of bathroom flooring. Blue tiles look very nice together with marine motif patterns. No less wonderful combinations are contained in the Lucia collection of hexagonal tiles from Italian ceramics experts from the Verso25 company.

The Peronda company offers some interesting ideas by releasing a range of hexagonal tiles called Argila Origine. The essence of this design is the use of two shades (blue and brown) and four relief patterns.

Below is a floor covered with hexagonal tiles made of multi-colored rough-hewn stones with many patterns: this Palatium collection is made by Eco Ceramica.

The list of unusual hexagonal tiles is completed by a more classic version from the La Galleria series, made by the same masters from Eco Ceramica.

Gres tiles - practical bathroom decoration

Which floor to choose for the bathroom? The best solution is ceramics. The material, fired at a very high temperature, is resistant to water, temperature, abrasion and other mechanical damage. Gres tiles are not affected by the humidity prevailing in the room, especially if they are additionally treated. Also, an object that falls during the bustle of the morning toilet will not cause even the slightest damage.

Gres tiles are available in a very wide range. Pay special attention to wood tiles or imitation natural stones. Individual models also vary depending on the type of finish - polished, matte or satin.

If you choose polished porcelain tiles, make sure to regularly impregnate them - otherwise they will lose their shine and smooth texture.

Tiles imitating finishing materials

The finishing of the floor surface in the living room made of ceramic tiles that imitates wood looks great. This design solution is part of the Fosil collection from the Turkish ceramics company NG Kutahya Seramik.

Terracotta floor finishing is offered by the Italian company Ceramica Sant'Agostino, namely the Terre Nuove tile series, the surface of which is created using an innovative digital inkjet printing system. The images below clearly show that a kitchen floor with tiles produced in this way looks amazing, and the old-fashioned effect gives it a special charm.

Terracotta finishes on the walls and floors in the bathroom are from the same Terre Nuove series.

Granite tiles in the hallway - a solution that you will appreciate

The hallway or hallway is the area considered to be the most heavily used communication route. That's why you need a floor in this area that, despite constant use, will remain attractive and fresh for a long time. Granite tiles are a solution that will exceed your wildest expectations in this regard.

Granite flooring is extremely durable and abrasion resistant. Daily contact with shoes will not cause unsightly scratches. Dirt brought in from outside will not discolor the floor - it is waterproof. All types of stains can be easily removed using the most common floor cleaner. Unlike marble, granite does not require special care or impregnation, although, undoubtedly, this type of care will have a positive effect on its noble appearance.

Granite flooring is resistant to low temperatures, so you can install the same planks in the hallway and on the stairs at the front of the house. This way, you will get a cohesive ambiance that is sure to impress your guests. The raw and beautiful granite surface will fit perfectly into modern, Scandinavian and even classic styles. You can easily match its cool gray shade to a bright room.

Tiles imitating wood cladding

The Italian company Iris Ceramica decided to release an unusual French Woods collection - tiles with decorative elements that look as if they were made of wood.

A truly mesmerizing look of the floor surface is created by tiles with a coating that imitates petrified wood, a masterpiece from the Kauri Collection assortment from the American company Oregon Tile and Marble. This is a great example of how flooring can enhance a living room.

Wood effect tiles

Tiles that look like wood remain stylish for many years without losing their charm. In addition, wood-look tiles are an excellent alternative to traditional wood floors - they are easier to clean and generally keep clean
. In 2022 and in the near future, the following textures are relevant for wood-effect tiles: brushed, artificially aged and hand-scraped. The first option looks quite sophisticated and elegant, while the latter is suitable for a rustic country house style. The texture of artificially aged wood with the appearance of burns, knots and scratches will create a feeling of antiquity.

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Selecting tile size

Which format is best for the kitchen? Let's start by studying the layout and size of the kitchen. Let's try to choose a tile size that will allow us to make as few cuts as possible.

If the kitchen is connected to the living room, we will begin laying the tiles from the point of contact with the panel or wooden floor.

You need to plan the placement of the tiles so that the cuts are in less noticeable places, for example, under kitchen furniture.

When choosing the size of the tiles, consider the layout of the kitchen. For rectangular interiors, large tiles will look best.

You can often hear the opinion that in small kitchens you need to install smaller tiles. But the small format means more joints. Larger format tiles using a minimum amount of grout create a uniform surface.

Concrete look tiles

This year, the most exotic trend to date is concrete-look ceramic tiles. Large format concrete effect tiles are increasingly being used to create a modern style in interior design. These tiles will give your living space a trendy industrial look
, especially when paired with matching furniture and lighting. Besides being ultra-modern and fashionable, it will look stylish at any time and it looks like this trend will continue for a long time.

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Advantages and disadvantages of tiles

Tiles made of ceramics or natural stone are considered a universal material for the kitchen; they have a wide range of color options and will suit any design solution.

Advantages:

long service life;
resistance to deformation;
environmental friendliness;
resistance to abrasion and minor damage;
fire resistance;
moisture resistance;
easy to clean with any detergent.

Flaws:

cold surface;
low noise insulation;
fragility when hit by a heavy object.

Metal look tiles

One of the newest trends in 2022, which will be in demand next year, is floors lined with metal tiles
. Such tiles are becoming increasingly popular because... it gives the room an ultra-modern and fashionable look. Metal-effect tiles are a relative newcomer to the market, but they have already attracted quite a bit of interest. If you want to try something bold and new for your home's flooring, opt for metallic tiles instead of more classic options.

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Trends in sizes and shapes

Board shape

These are the best tiles for home interiors in 2022. This coating is difficult to distinguish in shape and color from parquet boards.

It is universal and fits any style. It is very popular in kitchen decoration as it is less susceptible to mechanical and chemical damage.

Wide format square

Visually increases the size of the room. However, in too small rooms it can create the opposite effect. The wide-format square is convenient to mount. Significantly saves installation time.

Hexagons

The unique shape in the form of a honeycomb will fit perfectly into classic, fusion, and retro styles. It is preferable to choose single-color varieties, without print. Suitable for both floors and walls.

A bathroom lined with white and blue hexagons is especially relevant. The bathroom looks interesting with hexagons on the walls and subway tiles on the floor.

Fantastic shapes

New tile designs in the bathroom are unusual shapes. The market offers species in the form of puzzle elements, tiles, and fish scales. The classic, but very unusual in shape, “arabesque” ceramics does not lose ground. This coating brings an oriental flavor to any project.