In this article, we described in detail how to choose the right bathroom tiles, provided examples of various interior options and advice from experts. Our recommendations and photo galleries will help you decide on the design issue.
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How to choose the right bathroom tile
Even a small bathroom in a house or "Khrushchev" building requires major repairs over time. Most often, the screen under the bathroom requires replacement - this is the tiled space that catches the eye first. The choice of material should be taken as carefully as possible.
Tile to the bathroom is now presented in a huge assortment, and we are talking about both floor and wall. Some popular manufacturers are presented below.
Country of origin Russia:
- Kerabud;
- Falcon;
- Shakhty tile;
- Uralkeramics (there is a diverse collection);
- Delta ceramics.
Products of Russian manufacturers, as a rule, are inexpensive, but most craftsmen recommend treating them with attention. In particular, it is recommended to order it in company stores or from trusted suppliers, who, in case of problems, will go to a meeting with the buyer. What could go wrong? The size of the tile, its color, etc. may vary slightly. And although lately, Russian manufacturers have become more responsible for quality, in the minds of the masters there is still the thought that everything needs to be rechecked.
Imported tiles:
- Cersanit (Cersanit) - Polish;
- Saloni - Italian
- Keramin, Berezakeramika - Belarusian;
- Novogres - Spanish
- Atem, Golden Tile (popular Zebrano collection) - Ukrainian.
The products of these manufacturers have the following advantages:
- beautiful and durable;
- a variety of shapes and materials (glass, embossed);
- availability of different colors (turquoise, green, lilac, lime, red, lagoon, brown, blue, beige);
- with bright patterns, the so-called children's tiles.
The cost of purchasing ceramic tiles for the bathroom can be very expensive, but without it, you will not get a good finish. Everyone has heard about the advantages of tiles - these are durability, good waterproofing properties, great appearance. Also, we wrote about without hiring specialists.
It remains to solve 2 questions: where is it better to buy finishing material? And how much does the new wall ceramic cost? You can buy tiles in any hardware store, where the main emphasis is on plumbing. Samples can also be evaluated there.
The cost depends on several factors:
- country of origin, Russian-made or imported (bathroom tiles from Spain are highly valued);
- how famous the brand is;
- material and size (marble or mosaic tiles more expensive than ordinary tiles);
- decorative elements and mosaics.
Before buying, do not lose sight of a few interesting nuances. Firstly, tile, unlike PVC, is a durable material that will serve you long years and decorate your bathroom.
Secondly, think over the design of the bathroom or invite a specialist to give specific advice on the improvement of the room and decor. There can be a great variety of ideas for the interior, especially since there are ceramics that imitate various materials, for example, wood or bamboo.
Thirdly, calculate the amount of material required, while not forgetting about the technological waste. And the rest will already be taken into account by the styling master. Remember that if you want to lay the tiles diagonally, this will increase waste by up to 20%. A preliminary layout will help to more accurately calculate the material.
When choosing a tile, pay attention to the material it is made of. The most common is the white mixture, which is similar to porcelain. This material adds durability to the coating and reduces water absorption.
Tile cost
The price of bathroom tiles can vary by an order of magnitude, depending on your preferences, region of residence, country of manufacture, quality and layout method. However, we decided to study the market building materials, and reveal the average cost of tiles for cladding.
In the whole country, the cost of ceramics starts from 350 rubles per 1 square meter... But, if we take conditionally tiles of average quality, then count on at least prices from 500-600 rubles per m2.
Spanish samples will be a little more expensive, from 800 rubles per square. Recently popular 3d tiles are even more expensive, from 1200 rubles per square meter.
You can often face a situation when, having bought a material, people start looking for 1-2 tiles, which were not enough. And even if the missing amount was found, then the tone may not match the tone of the tiles already laid.
Therefore, carefully calculate required amount material in fact, then you need to take into account the technological waste, and do not forget to buy a few tiles in reserve. In some shops specializing in the sale of finishing materials, it is possible to calculate the consumption of tiles on a computer. All sizes and data are loaded into the program, tiles from the catalog are selected and the manager eventually receives a detailed calculation of materials and an approximate image of the final result.
Photo gallery
By looking at these images, you can get an idea of \u200b\u200bhow to decorate a bathroom.
Ceramic tile - rather heavy material, therefore, even before buying, you need to immediately think about how you will bring it home. Usually, delivery goes to the entrance, so we recommend that you take care of who will bring the tiles directly into the apartment in advance.
Tile panel options
In addition to the standard solution, when the walls are tiled with tiles of the same color, you can decorate the bathroom with a panel, for which Polish materials are often used. Such a design will give the room a unique design and will focus on one of the walls. For a complete picture of this decor element, just look at the photo.
Today, tiles are:
- An excellent agent in the fight against fungus in the bathroom, as well as the formation of mold, with grout and antibacterial coating.
- There is a great opportunity to combine colors to your taste (for example, by combining white tiles with black), various ornaments and pictures. Large selection of materials of domestic and foreign production.
- Long-term reliability. In addition, ceramic tiles and tiles are versatile materials and unlimited possibilities in creating a unique design.
- The choice of products in different ranges, the assortment is so large that you can get lost in this variety.
- The ability to do the styling with your own hands, which will help to significantly reduce costs and create a unique interior.
- Recreation of a different style, for example, Provence.
- An alternative to the faded and cheaper options (PVC panels).
As you can see in the photo, the design of the bathroom with tiles can be completely varied. However, before starting your purchase, it is important to study our tips so that the purchased ceramics match perfectly with colors and serve you as long as possible.
Thanks to our instructions for self-repair in the bathroom, you can easily lay tiles both on the walls and on the floor. Use the rubricator of our site in the top menu to go to the category you need.
We will show and tell you step by step how to choose the right color and material, which tile glue to use and how to prepare it, and of course, we will describe in detail the installation process, with all the nuances and features.
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There are not so few options for finishing walls and floors in sanitary facilities, and using the most advanced technologies, but to this day, bathroom tiles remain one of the most relevant materials for decorating surfaces in bathrooms. We can say that no better replacement has yet been invented.
Apart from excellent technical characteristics the tile has a peculiar aesthetics, it is also very easy to remove various dirt from it. Even mold and mildew, the scourge of any unprotected surfaces, cannot adhere to smooth bathroom tiles. In addition, you do not have to worry that mold will cover the tile from the inside. Special glue good quality, with which the tiles are attached to the walls, contains anti-fungal and anti-bacterial components.
The nuances of finishing with the participation of tiles for the bathroom
Bathroom finished with original tiles This is not to say that bathroom tiles are used only in those rooms where plumbing fixtures are located. It is familiar in kitchens, corridors are trimmed with it, there are even originals laying out the floor in the living room with patterned tiles (or mosaics).
But still, it is from the bathroom that you can make a real work of art. No, not like in a museum, to admire and not breathe, but to provide comfort and coziness with the help of seemingly ordinary tiles made of baked clay (with the addition of quartz sand and other components).
Having decided to decorate the walls and floor with tiles, you need to consider the following points:
- Wall tiles may well be thinner than floor tiles, but not vice versa.
- It is categorically not recommended to lay on the floor and tiled walls with the same tiles - this is bad taste!
- The tile on the floor must be especially durable and not slip - this is the main condition, otherwise you can easily get injured out of the blue.
- For the harmony of the overall appearance of the room, the sizes of the tiles in the bathroom, as well as their colors, should be combined without causing a feeling of kitsch or incompleteness.
- To ensure the completeness of the picture and the integrity of the design, it is simply necessary to consider the location of additional decorations and mirrors.
It should be remembered that the use of brightly colored bathroom tiles will reflect the extravagance of the owner of the apartment. Light and restrained colors, on the other hand, will indicate a calm character.
This division is, of course, very arbitrary, but still - the design of the premises often reflects the inner world of the inhabitant of the apartment.
For example, the tile for the bathroom, the photo of which is presented below, was clearly chosen by a person with an impulsive character.
This finishing option (photo below), most likely, was preferred by a romantic.
Quite the originals choose the tile for the bathroom, as in the photo below - irregular shapes and unexpected motives.
Lovers of everything natural, most likely, will be delighted with the design of tiles in the bathroom with a natural stone.
Bathroom finished with ceramic tiles a natural stone The same tile for the bathroom, the price of which in Soviet times was also the same, namely, very decent, has gone into the distant past. Today, for finishing a bathroom, you can buy both a pretty inexpensive budget tile, and an exclusive expensive tile for an elite decoration of hygienic premises.
Exclusive twice a year: new samples of bathroom tiles
Italian and Spanish manufacturers are out of competition, they release new samples of bathroom tiles with enviable consistency - twice a year, at least. And every time, the fruit of the creative thought of designers amazes the imagination with a creative solution.
We can say that modern tiles in the bathroom are now not only a material for wall and floor decoration.
The decoration of her premises can deservedly be considered one of the directions of decorative art.
Modern trends in design are reflected in the development of more and more new types of this finishing material... Fashionable tile for the bathroom, a photo gallery of original solutions of which is presented on the site, today, first of all, is an imitation of the structure of wood, metal, bronze, copper, silver, gold.
A very unexpected move was a fairly new development from tile designers - an absolutely accurate reproduction of the appearance of any fabric. In the collection of tiles for the bathroom, a special place is occupied by imitations of snake, crocodile skin, as well as a pattern of zebra skin.
Bathroom tile design options
Choosing the design of tiles in the bathroom, you can "get lost" in the most diverse geometry of forms. But, on the other hand, thanks to such a richness of the appearance of the tile, you can choose the right tile option for any, both classic and super exotic interior.
Lovers of the classics, most likely, will give preference to rectangular or square tiles, painted in soothing colors. Admirers of the original options will like the tiles - bathroom tiles with wavy edges and unexpected colors.
If you want to decorate the room in the most original style possible, you should pay a visit to a specialized store. Fortunately, since the monotony of tiles was done away with once and for all, there has been no shortage of assortment in such construction markets. Bathroom tiles, the catalog of which will certainly be offered for consideration, will perfectly suit any, even the most creative interior. And the final finishing will be completed by various decorative elements - borders, panels, mirrors, etc.
The subtleties of choosing tiled tiles in the bathroom
Of course, no one disputes that the decor of the bathroom tile is very important, but, nevertheless, its quality is of decisive importance. And here, when buying a tile, you should be especially careful, since, unfortunately, defective material is very common. The main criteria by which to choose - the surface should be as flat as possible, the drawing should be clear, without defects, and, of course, fracture strength.
Smooth tile surface
Theoretically, the tiles in the bathroom should be absolutely even. But in practice, such an indicator cannot be achieved, so you need to choose the maximum approximation to the ideal. Using the square, you can select the tiles with the most right angles. If there is no square with you, then the degree of the corners is determined by attaching the tiles to each other and comparing the curvature of different faces.
To determine how even the surface of the bathroom tile samples is, you should attach two tiles "facing" one another and see how tightly they fit, what the gaps are.
Taking the corners, check the "swing". The fewer all these shortcomings are found, the better the tiles are. Buy from this very reliable batch. When choosing, it is imperative to pay attention to the seamy side: the drawing must be clear, the name and brand must be clearly visible.
Tile strength
If you liked the beautiful bathroom tiles, you should not immediately run to the cashier. First you need to try to determine how hard and durable it is. It is quite difficult to do this, but there is a main sign on the basis of which you can find out the quality.
It is overheated tiles that are fragile. If the manufacturing technology has been violated, then the color of the seamy side of the tile will be uneven, and the surface will be shiny. A high-quality tiled bathroom tile can be determined by scratching it on the back with something sharp - a clear trace will remain.
Drawing on a tile
If the drawing looks sloppy, the lines are blurry, or, on the contrary, sharp or discontinuous, it is definitely not worth buying such a tile, this is another sign that it was made in violation of the technological process. Even small external defects of the tile - tiles for the bathroom, should alert, it is better to refuse such an acquisition in advance.
Useful tips for choosing beautiful bathroom tiles
If the temperature constantly changes sharply in the room, which is supposed to be tiled, then it is better not to use large tiles - it will not hold tightly.
Studying your favorite collection of tiles for the bathroom, you need to keep in mind that the calculation of the required amount is not by the footage, but by the piece, based on how many units of tiles are required per square meter.
The choice of finishing materials for renovation is always quite a responsible and important point. Especially when it comes to the bathroom. After all, tiles should be not only beautiful, strong and durable. An important role is played by its hygiene and environmental friendliness.
All the most serious requirements are fully met by ceramic tiles. But how to choose the right color, size, quantity, and what subtleties can arise during the repair? Our article will tell about all this.
What is it?
Ceramic tiles have so long and firmly entered our life that today few people think about its composition and production method. Ceramic tiles are plates (most often rectangular) made of fired clay.
Despite the fact that today there is a huge selection on the building materials market, ceramic tiles continue to be one of the most commonly used options for decorating a bathroom.
Ceramics owes its popularity to a number of undeniable advantages:
- Moisture resistance. Ceramic tiles perfectly withstand constant exposure to water and humid air.
- Durability.Correctly laid tiles retain their decorative and operational properties for many years. The coating fades, does not fade, does not crumble, does not crack, does not lose its properties with frequent use of detergents and cleaning agents.
- Practicality. Ceramics are simple and easy to clean. More precisely, ceramic coating does not require any special care at all. Conventional detergents + damp sponge.
- Wide choose. Today, construction stores offer a huge variety of collections for wall and ceiling cladding for every taste and budget.
- Versatility. Ceramics are ideal for decorating a bathroom in any chosen stylistic solution.
Like any other finishing material, ceramics has its drawbacks:
- Complexity of installation. Conditional disadvantage, it all depends on the choice of styling method and the availability of skills. With strict adherence to the laying technique, ceramic cladding is quite within the power of even a novice builder. If a complex styling technique and an original design have been chosen for decorating a bathroom, then it is best to use the services of professionals.
- A large number of connecting seams. The smaller the tile size, the more joints you get, which will need to be filled with a special grout. Over time, its color may change, darken, there is a possibility of mold or mildew. But this problem is completely solvable with careful maintenance of the tiles and the treatment of seams with antiseptic agents.
Kinds
Mosaic is a type of ceramic tile, only of a much smaller size. This material is ideal not only for creating interesting panels or decorative finishing... Mosaic allows you to veneer even the most inaccessible places and curved surfaces.
The mosaic can be used both as an independent facing material and in combination with ordinary ceramic tiles, wall panels and other finishes.
Mosaic flooring is the best choice for bathroom decoration. Especially if several different shades of one or two colors (blue, blue, green, turquoise, etc.) are chosen for the cladding.
Porcelain stoneware is a material that has embodied not only all the advantages of ceramic tiles, but also has a very high strength, durability, resistance to constant mechanical stress. it perfect solution for flooring, and in some cases walls. To prevent slipping on a wet floor, porcelain stoneware with a rough, corrugated surface is used.
Ceramic tiles can be glossy or matte. Mirror, glossy finish is more popular. Such tiles create a very attractive appearance that does not require special maintenance. However, it is worth considering one point: glossy tiles in light colors give almost no glare, while dark tiles are very glare, and this can be annoying. This point must be taken into account at the stage of elaborating the design of the bathroom.
Matte ceramic tiles look more neutral and restrained. The only drawback: drops, stains, streaks on such a tile will be noticeable much more than on a glossy finish. Matte tiles often have a rough, uneven surface and are ideal for floor cladding. Some collections of such tiles are specially stylized for natural and artificial materials: sand, pebbles, leather, metal, etc. But if given view ceramics are very sympathetic to you, then you can revet them and walls.
Tile decor
In addition to the fact that ceramic tiles can have an interesting, beautiful pattern, they can also be additionally decorated. For example, rhinestones. An unusual way of decorating for bathrooms is ideal for interiors decorated in Art Nouveau, Baroque and any other style, where rich and varied decor is used.
Rhinestones can decorate the tile itself, or a decorative border. Dark tiles decorated with rhinestones like a starry sky look interesting.
A more common option for decoration is textured, volumetric tiles with an interesting relief. This coating looks very unusual and stylish. The tile can have a relief in the form of a plant pattern, waves, geometric stripes of different thickness and direction, rhombuses, squares. It can be an embossed ornament or raised drops, scales, honeycombs, etc.
Recently, tiles stylized as natural and artificial materials have been particularly popular. For example, under a tree. Light brown tiles, reminiscent of natural wood lining, create the full feeling of a sauna or a real Russian bath.
No less popular is the tile imitating the skin of a crocodile, snake and other reptiles. Such a coating looks incredibly expensive and impressive.
Popular sizes
The size range of ceramic tiles is simply huge, you can choose the appropriate option for every taste.
The fundamental factor in choosing the size of the tiles is usually the size of the room itself. If the bathroom is spacious enough, then the tiles can be of almost any size and shape.
Certain difficulties arise when choosing a finishing material for a miniature room. A tile that is too large will visually reduce an already small space. Using tiles that are too small, such as mosaics, can also have the same effect.
The best option for a small room is medium-sized ceramic tiles, for example, 20 * 30, 30 * 30, 20 * 20, 20 * 40 cm.
A rectangular tile laid out with a long side horizontally will help to visually enlarge the room. A rectangular tile, laid vertically, will help to visually "stretch" low ceilings.
Styling options
To make the interior of the bathroom interesting and unusual will help not only the originally selected material, but also the way of its installation.
Today there are several basic styling options, starting from which, you can show your imagination and feel free to experiment with the design of walls or floors.
1. Horizontal method (classic, basic). The easiest and fastest way. It consists in laying the material in even rows horizontally tightly to each other, tile by tile. Often this method is used for cladding walls or floors with contrasting color tiles. The result is a "chessboard" drawing.
2. Diagonal way. The tiles are laid out in the same even rows, but diagonally.
3. Laying with a shift.For this type of cladding, rectangular tiles are used. When laying, each subsequent tile is shifted relative to the previous one. The effect is a brick wall.
4. Parquet laying. A kind of offset laying, only in this case the tiles are laid diagonally.
5. Modular way.Tiles are used for this installation option. different sizes and shapes, such as large and small squares or rectangles and squares.
6. Ornament.A certain pattern is laid out with tiles on the wall or floor. The tile can be plain or decorated with a pattern.
7. "Patchwork". One of the most original options when tiles decorated with different patterns are used for facing. Outwardly, such a surface resembles a motley patchwork quilt.
Popular colors
As you know, the wider and richer the choice, the more difficult it is to make it. Today, ceramic tiles are presented in such a huge assortment that choosing a color scheme suitable for the interior is not so easy as it might seem at first glance. When choosing a color, you should rely not only on your own desires, taste, fashion trends, but also on the size of the bathroom.
Light pastel colors create a feeling of cleanliness and freshness in any interior. Cool blue, lilac, green help to visually enlarge the space of even the smallest room. Warm shades of golden beige, coral, milky are also relevant this season.
White color - a win-win for any interior. It goes well with other colors and shades, maximizes the room and brightens it. In order for the interior not to seem like a hospital-like sterile, it will be enough to place a few bright accents or use a contrasting material for decoration.
The popular range of bright colors include light green, neon green, sunny yellow, orange, red, turquoise, purple. So that the saturated color does not irritate or hurt the eye, the room is usually performed in a combination of a bright shade and white or another, softer color.
When choosing a tile with a pattern, do not forget that too large or bright print visually “eats up” the space. This does not mean that you need to give it up completely. It would be most correct to use such a tile to create bright accents in the interior.
Among the most popular motives for decorating a bathroom, of course, there remains a marine theme: shells, sand, seaweed, starfish, inhabitants underwater world etc. Floral and geometric ornaments are no less relevant. Sometimes on the bathroom wall you can find cartoon characters, original still lifes, and real landscapes.
Color combination
In fact, monochrome interiors are quite rare. Usually you can find at least 2 - 3 different shades. Shades can be close in color, such interiors look very noble and restrained. It can be bright, contrasting shades. Such an interior is suitable for bold, eccentric people.
The most common base color for a bathroom is white. Not only is it very refreshing, but it also softens the harsh colors used to decorate it. The most popular color solutions include: white + several shades of lilac, blue, green, white + red, black, dark brown.
Styles
Among all the variety of stylistic directions, there are several most often used in interiors:
Classic
A win-win option that never loses its relevance. Most often, the classic style implies clear geometric lines in the cladding, restrained colors, classic color combinations. For example, the lower half of the room is done in a dark color, the upper one in a lighter color. There is a decorative border between them. The tiles can be plain or patterned.
East style
This style is characterized by rich tones, the use of a large amount decorative elements, tiles with a characteristic pattern or ornament.
Provence style
This style is characterized by the use of tiles in delicate, light colors: blue, lavender, beige, cream, etc. No sharp boundaries and outlines, only soft, blurred shapes. Simple, but at the same time very beautiful interior with different decor.
Minimalism
It is characterized by a laconic, simple design and a classic line of colors: black, white, gray. Nothing superfluous, minimal or no decor.
Modern
This style is characterized by soft, rounded shapes, warm colors, the use of beautiful decorative ornaments and accessories.
On what surfaces can the tiles be laid?
The base on which the ceramic tile is planned to be laid must meet certain requirements: it must be clean, dry, strong enough to withstand the weight of the ceramic and have good adhesion to it. Not all surfaces are suitable for all four basic requirements, so some of them need additional preparation, cleaning, leveling, priming, etc.
