For a modern person with a large psychophysical load, the bathroom becomes of utmost importance. You can relax and relieve tension in it. But not only a warm bath has a relaxing effect on the body. Affects the mood and interior: its colors, texture, compatibility with plumbing and furniture. An important aspect is the durability of the finish.
Based on the above requirements, it can be stated that there is no real alternative to ceramics. Therefore, her choice should be taken responsibly. But the problem is that you rarely have to choose, only during repairs. Consequently, you have to start practically from scratch, without having sufficient information about what types of tiles are available, what is currently in trend/fashion, what colors have a calming effect on the subconscious, how the size of the tile affects the perception of space, etc.
The editors of the StroyGuru portal have put together all the useful information on the identified problem in order to convey to visitors which tiles are best for the bathroom.
Bathroom - large or small
The size of the bathroom affects the choice of color for the facing surface.
Small
If you are renovating a small bathroom, choosing the right color can make it look larger and more spacious. To do this, you should choose cool shades of light colors. Warm shades make a room smaller. Monochrome black and other dark colors will also steal the show. It is better to use white color carefully, adding shades of turquoise and gray to it. A good design tip is to tile a small bathroom with beige tiles with a glossy reflective surface. You can also use mirror mosaic inclusions, hang a large mirror and add light.
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Big
For large bathrooms and toilets, you should adhere to the following rules: • You can freely use large-format tiles • It is important to consider the color of the plumbing fixtures so that they harmonize with the color of the floor and walls • In a large room, it is better not to use more than 2-3 colors at the same time
Also, black color in a spacious bathroom will look representative and expensive. But the black finish requires more light. Against this background, you can use metal borders with a golden tint, gray, beige colors, warm versions of bright colors for the wall.
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White color can be combined with any other color in a large bathroom. A bright, rich palette can be used as accents.
Matte, textured and glossy tiles
On the display case all the samples look good, but when we touch we feel the difference between them. Matte, textured and glossy - the three pillars of the modern ceramic industry offer you a choice of options for specific purposes. The most popular is glossy tile: it is easy to maintain and gives a charming shine to the surface. However, lovers of bright lighting notice too harsh glare that irritates their eyes during hygiene procedures.
Matte tiles deprive the consumer of this drawback and look calm and subdued. But its loose surface can retain moisture and dust, so most often matte tiles can be seen on the floor.
Textured tiles repeat the applied pattern: scales and mosaics, feathers and abstractions. Its surface is so close to the analogue that it is sometimes difficult to distinguish. However, it should be remembered that despite its excellent external qualities, such material requires complex care.
Types of tiles - choosing tile material for the bathroom
Different types of finishing materials are suitable for the bathroom. You can combine these types of cladding with each other.
Ceramic tile
The most popular option for the bathroom. During production, the slabs are pressed and fired at high temperatures. Ceramic tiles are inexpensive and handle moisture well. You just need to pay attention to its water absorption indicators Water absorption
An indicator of how much water a material can absorb without destroying the surface. Ceramic floor tiles with water absorption of up to 3% and wall tiles with water absorption of up to 10% are suitable for the bathroom.
Rating of the best manufacturers
The best cladding manufacturers are the following companies:
- Cersanit (Germany, Poland, Russian Federation, Ukraine);
- Kerama Marazzi (RF);
- Golden Tile (Ukraine);
- Fap Ceramiche (Italy);
- Mainzu Ceramica (Spain);
- Adex (Spain);
- Opoczno (Poland);
- Rako (Czech Republic);
- Ceramica Paradyz (Poland).
Spanish and Italian materials stand out both in quality and price. Expensive collections accurately convey the textures of natural materials, and the combination of wall and floor tiles does not create the impression of a stand.
If the cost of Spanish and Italian tiles does not correspond to the renovation budget, you can choose high-quality Polish, Czech, Russian or Ukrainian tiles. A compromise option would be the Kerama Marazzi product. This company produces cladding in Russia, but using Italian technologies and modern European equipment.
Selecting a tile surface
All tile coverings look different in the interior and have their own advantages and disadvantages.
Glossy
This glaze finish on the tiles will add beauty and grace to the bathroom. Porcelain stoneware slabs of the same type are called “polished” Polished surface
Shiny appearance with a mirror reflective coating. " This glaze look will look especially impressive in combination with marbled slabs. The glossy finish vividly conveys the colors of the tiles. If you use glossy and polished tiles as flooring, lay a rubberized mat near the bathtub or shower.
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Matte
These tiles are ideal for flooring because they have a rough surface. Featuring a matte matte surface
The surface has roughness, does not slip and does not glare in the light. Due to the glaze finish, the anti-slip level of these tiles is noticeably higher than that of polished tiles. The design uses the muted colors of the matte finish as a backdrop to create a pop of color. Matte slabs do not give glare in the light.
Mirror
Interspersed with mirror tiles look beautiful in combination with a glossy surface.
glossy coating with a mirror reflective surface.
and matte Matte surface
The surface has roughness, does not slip and does not glare in the light. finishing. This cladding visually expands the space. Mirror tiles are made of glass, so they are fragile. Like a regular mirror, the glass of this tile becomes dull if there is high humidity in the room.
Tile material
To decorate a bathroom, you can use not only traditional ceramics, but also more modern materials - glass, porcelain stoneware. To facilitate fitting and eliminate defects, rectified tiles are laid on the edges.
Ceramic tile
Ceramic tiles are made from fired clay. Thanks to the glazing of the surface, it insulates the wall well from moisture and is wear-resistant. Compacted clay can easily withstand heavy weight.
The only disadvantage of ceramics is its fragility. Some of the tiles in the box necessarily have defects or chips, and if hit, the installed coating may crack.
The period of its operation can be more than 15-20 years. Service life depends on strength, grade and other characteristics.
Ceramic tiles in the bathroom.
Glass
Glass tiles are moisture resistant, durable and inert to chemicals. Due to the use of tempered glass, it is more resistant than ceramic tiles to minor damage, chipping and abrasion.
Glass finishing allows you to diversify your bathroom design. Tiles can be transparent, painted on the reverse side, matte, glossy and rough. During production, decorative elements can be added to glass: sparkles, small figures, flowers, etc.
The cost of glass decor is higher than ceramics. To save money, you can decorate part of the wall with a glass pattern or mosaic, and the remaining surfaces with ceramics, plaster or paint.
Porcelain tiles
Like standard ceramics, porcelain tiles are made from clay. The difference between the materials is due to the technology of pressing and firing. Porcelain tiles are pressed under pressure of 40-50 MPa and fired at a temperature of +1200...+1300°C, and ceramic tiles - at 25-30 MPa and +900...+1180°C, respectively.
High pressure and temperature provide the material with high strength, wear resistance and moisture resistance. Porcelain tiles are less fragile than tiles, so they are not damaged during transportation and careless use. Tiles are available in a wide range, so finding the right color and texture will not be difficult.
Due to its heavy weight, porcelain stoneware is not recommended for mounting on walls and vertical partitions.
Porcelain tiles for the bathroom.
Rectified tiles
Rectified tiles can be made from both ceramics and porcelain stoneware. It has a smooth edge, which facilitates the process of fitting, installation and maintenance of the finish. Rectified tiles are produced by high-precision cutting.
Even trimming of the edges allows you to create neat joints and simplifies DIY installation. Before installation, you need to carefully level the walls, otherwise the edges will highlight surface imperfections.
Fashion styles 2022
It is important that the style of the tiles in the bathroom does not deviate from the style of the entire apartment.
Classic
The classic interior style in the bathroom and toilet remains a current trend. This design is versatile and looks great in the bathroom. White, light pastel shades, and beige are suitable here. The general rule when decorating a bathroom in this form indicates that the lower part of the room should be made in darker colors compared to light ones. Contrasting types of interior colors are not suitable for this style; it is better to use colors that differ by 2-3 tones. Borders of golden and silver colors are suitable for separation.
Photo of tiles in a classic style
Quantity calculation
To calculate the amount of tiles, you need to measure the perimeter and height of the walls, calculate the total area and subtract the area of the doorway from it. Divide the remaining value by the area of 1 tile. To trim the material, a margin of 10-15% is taken. Taking into account possible defects and trimming, the reserve should be 15-20%.
The number and area of tiles is indicated on the box.
Borders and decor are purchased individually, in accordance with the length of the perimeter. When purchasing, a 10% reserve is included.
Formula for calculating the number of tiles in a bathroom.
Combination of different colors
It is important to ensure that the combination of different colors of tiles in the bathroom decoration is harmonious.
| The main idea is not to overload the bathroom with an abundance of colors and mix 2-3 shades together. If you decide to choose bright tiles with an original pattern, try to use them in moderation. The remaining space can be filled with neutral colors - beige, gray or another suitable tone. At the same time, you can combine these slabs with various types of textures depending on the chosen interior style. |
Classic colors for the bathroom are blue and light blue with marine-themed designs. Green and turquoise shades also do not go out of trend. They are combined with beige and sand shades.
Size
Here you can focus on the universal rule - the larger the area of the bathroom, the larger the size of the tiles can be.
Nowadays, large tiles are in trend - such a finish looks especially luxurious if the joints and seams are not visible. A feeling of monolithic design is created; the eye is not drawn to numerous corners.
From a technological point of view, this is a rather labor-intensive option, and not all craftsmen know how to work correctly with large-sized tiles. Therefore, be very careful when choosing performers and be sure to make sure that they have experience working with such projects.
Helpful advice: if the tiles are large, it is especially important to maintain uniformity in the color scheme. If even one tile differs from the rest in color, it will be very noticeable. Therefore, it is worth purchasing the required quantity at once and with some reserve, so that you do not have to buy more. In such cases, it may turn out that you received tiles from different batches, and their shade or pattern is slightly different. To avoid this, calculate the required quantity in advance and order another +15% as a reserve.
Design solutions
Laparet chief designer Anastasia Efremova recommends the following design ideas:
- You can choose tiles for the bathroom with a combination of eco-friendly colors of living nature - wood and patterns with foliage of green plants.
Photo of tiles with eco-decophone Focus
- If you want an unusual finish in the bathroom, you can focus on porcelain tiles with the textures of natural stones: marble, onyx, granite. Such coatings look fundamental and harmonious. They are made in dark and light colors of natural stone and also correspond to the trend for environmental friendliness.
Photo of tiles with Onyx Smoke natural stone textures - A good way is to add wood-grain tiles in brown shades to the stone. An accent wall can be lined with any of these types of finishes.
Photo of tiles with wood texture Calacatta Royal - Using a modern designer surface with a unique color scheme is also always a good option. The Krazzy Blue collection falls into this category. It forms a natural combination with marble slabs. In such porcelain stoneware textures with accent decor, blue colors go with all cool shades, and brown colors pair with warm textures.
Photo of Krazzy Blue tiles
Choosing tile color according to Feng Shui
The system of Chinese beliefs in the symbolic organization of space, Feng Shui, has not yet gone out of fashion. According to Feng Shui, the bathroom symbolizes the element of water. This is the place where the white shade of the tiles should dominate the color scheme. White in Feng Shui is the color of purification, clear mind, perfection, divinity and virtues. Basic tips for choosing the color of tiles in the bathroom according to Feng Shui :
- White and shades of light pastel colors are most suitable for the bathroom.
- The blue palette also gives a good mood, as do the gentle tints of green
- Black and brown colors contain negative energy. They should not be used for the bathroom and toilet.
- Colors that are too bright and irritating are also not suitable for the bathroom
conclusions
Sharp
The answer to the question of what color to use in the bathroom depends not only on personal wishes, but also on the size of the bathroom, the chosen style, what material and surface are used and general recommendations for mixing colors. It’s easier to choose tiles for the bathroom if you have a clear design project of the room. All this will allow you not to make a mistake with the selection of colors. After renovation, the transformed bathroom will decorate the interior of your apartment.
Which tile to choose?
There is so much choice now, and it’s disorienting. On the one hand, we see a lot of interesting and attractive things. On the other hand, there is a fear of picking up something wrong and then regretting it.
The best option is to involve a professional designer in working on the bathroom interior, who will help you make basic decisions. This greatly simplifies the path to creating the ideal bathroom, but in some matters the choice will still depend only on you.
