The bathroom is an intimate space. Therefore, its design must completely embody simplicity, sophistication, and most importantly, comfort. Decorating a bathroom with tiles is far from a new invention, but it allows you to implement the most daring and most modern solutions without sacrificing convenience. The photo below is the best confirmation of this.
- Standard tile
- For Khrushchev
- White
Advantages of choosing tiles for wall and floor cladding in the bathroom
The bathroom requires special care during renovation. Unlike other rooms in a living space (including the kitchen), the interior of a bathroom should not only be beautiful, interesting, stylish, but also resistant to various types of influences:
- High humidity
- High temperatures
- Abrasives and cleaning products
All this is important because due to the specific microclimate of the bathroom, there is a high probability of the growth of bacteria and fungi, which are extremely harmful to human health (especially small children, who everyone strives to taste!). To avoid this, on the one hand, it is necessary to reduce this probability to a minimum, and on the other, to ensure that the design does not deteriorate during cleaning and maintains a presentable appearance.
Based on this, the materials that you plan to use to create the interior of the bathroom must have:
- Resistant to moisture and temperature changes
- Hygiene and environmental safety
- Easy to clean
Modern manufacturers of finishing materials provide a wide range of various materials for decorating walls. This can be moisture-resistant glass wallpaper, plastic panels, drywall, and decorative plaster. However, the most popular and popular material for decorating bathroom walls has been tiles for decades.
Its advantages:
1. Price. Huge production volumes make it possible to find the ideal combination of price and quality for absolutely everyone. Even with a limited budget, you can find what you need.
2. The tiles do not cause allergic reactions and are non-toxic. Thanks to the mandatory firing procedure, all potential allergens and toxins are destroyed, so even with prolonged contact, there are no and cannot be any unexpected reactions of the body. This is especially important for young parents, because children's immunity is particularly sensitive.
3. Tile is a completely environmentally friendly material, so the environment is not polluted during its production.
4. During the production of tiles, all harmful microflora are destroyed under the influence of high temperatures. Therefore, the likelihood of fungi and bacteria growing in a tiled bathroom is lower than when using other materials.
Fungi and bacteria can appear at the joints of the tiles, since the walls of the houses themselves are not treated. To reduce the risk of mold growing on the walls of the bathtub to zero, use special antifungal compounds when laying tiles.
5. The tiles are not afraid of water and moisture. Therefore, it will not lose its appearance and, with proper sealing of the joints, will protect your neighbors from flooding.
6. The surface of the tile is very easy to clean; it is not afraid of the effects of cleaning agents. Thanks to special coatings, dirt and grease are easily removed from the tiles; in addition, they do not accumulate dust (like, for example, carpet or vinyl wallpaper). For the same reason, it is often recommended to use tiles in the kitchen.
7. With high-quality manufacturing and proper installation, tiles will last for decades. More likely, you will have to change it because you are tired of the bathroom design, rather than because the tiles have become unusable.
8. The wear resistance of floor tiles (as well as for other surfaces) protects its appearance from damage during rearrangement of furniture, scratches from heels and other mechanical defects.
9. The high strength of ceramic tiles allows them to withstand high pressure and weight (for example, a cast iron bathtub).
10. The use of tiles increases the level of fire safety. This is due to the fact that it is not flammable and prevents the spread of fire. Kitchen backsplash tiles are used largely for these reasons.
If suddenly a fire breaks out in your apartment and there is no way to get out, a bathtub lined with tiled walls will be the safest place until the firefighters arrive. The tiles will protect the room from the spread of fire, and a cold shower will protect you from overheating and acrid smoke.
11. Modern tiles can be a real work of art. 3D tiles, forming entire panels and paintings on the entire wall, will become a real decoration of your home.
Warm wood tones
Wood-effect tiles look quite unusual in uncharacteristic beige and cream shades. Aston Wood Wall is a bold experiment from the Atlas Concorde Russia factory.
Three glossy wood shades, panels depicting tropical birds, relief tiles in the form of wall panels and iridescent mosaics organically complement each other.
In the photo: a bathroom finished with Atlas Concorde Russia Aston Wood Wall tiles in the shade Iroko.
Deciding on the material
Approximate cost of tiles depending on material
| Ceramics | from 158 RUR/m² |
| Porcelain tiles | from 189 RUR/m² |
| Stone | from 165 RUR/m² |
| Glass | from 350 rub./m² |
Ceramic tile
Ceramic tiles are the most budget-friendly and most common type of bathroom tiles. Its prices are relatively low. These tiles are made from clay with the addition of sand and/or minerals. These tiles are covered with glaze, which creates a variety of textures, colors and even patterns. The most common types of ceramic tiles are:
- Sputtered
- Glossy
- Matte
The catalogs of many stores (for example, Leroy Merlin) contain many photos of not only the tiles themselves, but also their use in interiors.
It is not necessary to use only one type of tile to create a bathroom design. Combinations of two or three types of ceramic tiles look great.
Porcelain tiles
Tiles similar in composition to porcelain, but similar to stone, are called porcelain tiles. A distinctive feature of this tile is its practically zero water absorption. Thanks to this, such tiles are practically not afraid of any frosts (and, in principle, temperature changes), so they are very often used for cladding external walls. Ceramic granite has a texture very similar to natural stone, but is less susceptible to mechanical damage and cracks. Due to its durability, this material is recommended for decorating floors.
Stone tiles
Natural stone tiles are an amazing environmentally friendly material. Today, due to modern production technologies, its price is strikingly lower compared to previous years. Thanks to its texture, designers are able to create stunningly stylish interior solutions. However, since stone tiles can be processed less easily than tiles or porcelain tiles, the risk of bacterial growth on them is slightly higher. In addition, the stone only partially withstands mechanical damage and can become covered with microcracks.
Glass tiles
Glass tiles in bathroom design are an ideal option for creating a futuristic room style. It can be used both for wall decoration and for floor decoration. Glass can be transparent, translucent, colored; matte and glossy, smooth and textured.
Thanks to the use of glass tiles, you can create stylish partitions in the bathroom or disguise additional lamps.
You should not use transparent glass tiles to disguise pipes, meters, valves, etc.
Tile size matters
Despite the huge variety of shades in the palette of grout for joints between tiles, unfortunately, it will not be possible to make them completely invisible. Therefore, the size of the finishing tiles will be of great importance for the visual perception of your bathroom.
Standard tile
Standard tiles are 20 by 30 centimeters. It fits best in medium to large bathrooms, as the frequency of the seams will not be distracting or annoying. Depending on the direction of laying the tiles (vertical or horizontal), you can visually expand the room or raise the ceilings.
Large tiles
A tile is considered large if its dimensions exceed 25 by 40 centimeters. As a rule, such tiles are used to decorate the floor, much less often - to decorate the walls. In the second case, it is better to use such tiles to create the interior of spacious bathrooms or decorate individual elements in combination with smaller tiles.
It is better to select the size of the tile so that it has to be cut as little as possible.
Mosaic
Small tiles or mosaics have one huge and undoubted advantage - they allow you to correct even the most uneven walls. However, such tiles are very insidious - they can visually hide the space of an already small bathroom. Therefore, it is better to combine mosaics with medium-sized tiles.
Wonderful marble tiles
Since we mentioned marble, let's take a closer look at this trend.
There are many ways to introduce this beautiful material into the interior of the bathroom: it can be classic tiles (or subway tiles) with various types of marble, marble mosaics, etc. Calacatta Gold Honed Marble, a honed marble look with gold veins, for example, is an excellent finishing material for creating a luxurious shower area, while Wooden Beige Polished Marble, with a texture similar to wood, will help you decorate a bathroom in a rustic or contemporary style. modern country house.
Thanks to its natural beauty, marble remains one of the most popular finishing materials for the bathroom. The marble mosaic in the shape of three-dimensional hexagons shown in the photo goes well with a wooden cabinet and modern sinks. You can also go the traditional route, opting for Carrara marble subway tiles for wall cladding and black and white tiles for the floor.
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Choosing tiles depending on the type of house
For Khrushchev
Most often, Khrushchev houses have a combined bathroom (the bathroom is combined with a toilet), so the space is very limited and cramped - about 3 sq.m. Because of this, in Khrushchev it is better to give preference to light, medium-sized tiles, without large patterns. The height of the ceilings in such a bath will be visually increased by combining two colors of tiles - light in the upper part of the walls and dark in the lower part.
For a panel house
In a panel house, the bath and toilet can be combined, but as a rule, not. The tiles for the toilet can be the same as the bathroom, or they can be in contrasting shades. It's a matter of taste. But it’s better to choose the same size in both places, so that the rooms are in harmony with each other.
For a private home
A private house built according to an individual plan assumes that you yourself determine the size of future premises. Therefore, the bathroom here can be made spacious and bright. This will allow you to use even large tiles to decorate walls without compromising the visual perception of space. It is better to use porcelain stoneware for the floor, since temperature changes can occur not only indoors, but also outside.
The nuances of finishing a bathroom with a small area
1. For decorating the walls of a small bathtub, medium-sized tiles are considered optimal. It does not seem bulky and does not ripple with a huge number of joints as in the case of using small tiles. You can use a mosaic, but only as a separate element.
The bathroom should be warm and comfortable, so cold shades will make the bathroom uncomfortable
2. For a small area it is better to use light tiles in warm colors. Dark colors will make an already small bathroom look tiny. For decoration, choose small elements with patterns to create accents. Bulky and large images covering several tiles will draw attention to themselves.
3. It is better to lay tiles on walls vertically to visually raise the ceilings. But on the floor, on the contrary, it is worth using diagonal laying.
4. Relief tiles will clutter up the space, so smooth glazed tiles will look more appropriate in a small bathroom. On matte tiles, limescale deposits from water are less noticeable, however, due to the lack of glare, the space will be hidden.
For a stunning effect of visually expanding space in a small bathroom, use special mirror tiles.
5. It is better to avoid creating niches using tiles in a small bathroom.
Relief and texture
For those who prefer minimalist interiors, we recommend the Vallelunga Foussana collection. This is a plain textured porcelain tile with a pleasant-to-touch surface.
In the photo: Vallelunga Foussana porcelain tiles.
The series has several options for relief decoration, as well as mosaics. Three “natural” shades combine perfectly in any combination.
<з>Similar tiles can also be found in the Venis Ona series.
In the photo: Venis Ona relief bathroom tiles.
Choosing a color
When choosing the color of tiles for the bathroom, consider the quality of lighting. The less light, the lighter the color of the walls should be.
White
White color - looks stylish. However, white tiles can evoke associations with a hospital room, which can make the room seem cold and uncomfortable. In addition, any dirt is noticeable on white surfaces, and in order for the bathroom not to lose its appearance, it will have to be cleaned very often. On the other hand, the right bathroom furniture and a few bright accents will make your white bathroom an example of taste and sophistication.
Blue
Blue and cyan are the colors of water. Therefore, they are used quite often in the design of bathrooms. When using these colors, you can make the bathroom themed; for this you only need to add a few marine motifs: shells, fish or boats. Manufacturers take this into account and in each new collection you can find new items on a marine theme. If the bathroom is small, borders with images of shells or sailboats will be enough to give your bathtub the charm of the coast.
Green
An alternative to blue shades is green. This is the color of calm and regularity, it does not irritate, on the contrary, it gives spiritual harmony. And if you want a little mischief, hang a curtain with frogs in your bathroom! And the color will be consistent, and a cheerful accent will appear.
Alternative options
Floral motifs are often used to decorate tiles. Within the violet palette, these could be violets or lavender. A combination of purple tiles with pistachio or peach accents will look good.
The warmest bathroom in the world is yellow. This is the color of the sun and summer. Even in the cold winter you will not freeze in a yellow bathroom! Along with yellow, orange can be used for the same result.
A pink bathroom will surely appeal to young girls. But a red or black bathroom will be appreciated by confident men.
Modern subway tiles
Carrara Dots Etched Marble Subway tiles (Carrara marble in gray and polka dots) will liven up the look of your bathroom or shower area.
You can lay these anti-slip, moisture-resistant tiles in the classic way, or in a herringbone or chevron pattern - as long as you get the desired result. According to the latest trends this year, the most popular is “subway” tiles with a modern interpretation. These could be handcrafted zellige style tiles, matte tiles that imitate fogged glass, or marbled tiles with a polka dot pattern that will give it depth and texture (see photo above). A fresh take on subway tiles will give your bathroom a simple yet modern look.
If you still prefer traditional subway tiles, you can liven up the interior with an interesting laying pattern (for example, herringbone), and to enhance the effect, add a mosaic insert to the subway wall (as in the photo below).
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