A small bathroom is not a problem if the space is used as ergonomically as possible, but for the implementation of interesting ideas, a small area becomes a real obstacle. The owners want to get a stylish and modern design, while fitting it into the square meters of a small room.
One of the most popular materials for bathroom decoration is ceramic tiles. Which tile is right for a small bathroom?
Pros and cons of ceramic bathroom tiles
To begin with, you should understand the qualities and properties of the tile. Material advantages:
- the most important property of a tile is moisture resistance, which is ideal for a room where water procedures are taken;
- it is hygienic and resistant to the formation of fungus;
- the material has high strength;
- the tile is durable and remains in its original form for many years;
- it is easy to care for it, the use of special cleaning products is not required, it is enough just to wipe it with a cloth in a timely manner;
- ceramic tiles are presented in a variety of colors and textures, so choosing something for a particular style is not difficult;
- with the help of tiles, you can decorate a bathroom of any size, for its installation it is not necessary to build a frame.
Like any building material, tile may not be suitable for everyone. The disadvantages are not so significant, but they should be mentioned:
- high cost of the material;
- installation of tiles is also expensive, due to the laboriousness of the work;
- seams can darken over time, so they need to be updated occasionally.
Color scheme for a small bathroom
White color visually expands the space. It is usually used for the design of small bathrooms. In addition, white tiles look noble and fresh. But, if you overdo it with this color, the room will look like a sterile ward in a hospital. To avoid this, it is recommended to use bright spots for decorating the room. For example, you can highlight lighting fixtures, a foot mat or towels.
An interesting choice for a small bathroom would be textured marbled tiles. By the way, it will be very interesting to use marble steps. Tiles are also able to expand the room, but at the same time add sophistication to the interior. With such tiles, the room will look expensive and stylish.
Conciseness is important for a small bathroom, neutral and calm gray will help with this. It blends harmoniously with shiny sanitary ware and does not visually reduce the space. Any shades of gray and their combination will do, but the main thing is not to get carried away with dark tones. It is better to take a light shade of the tile as a basis and add, for example, a darker ornament. A combination of any contrasting colors will look spectacular.
For lovers of bright colors, in a small bathroom you can use colorful tiles, but only in certain areas. It can be a floor or an apron over the sink.
Sizes and types of ceramic tiles for a small bathroom
The range of tile sizes is quite large, it can be divided into several categories:
1. Mosaic tiles are the smallest in size and can be combined with larger tiles. With its help, it is convenient to fill hard-to-reach places and rounded surfaces. More often it is used for an ornament or an apron.
2. Small and standard tiles - the size varies from 6 to 25 cm. These tiles are most suitable for finishing a small bathroom. It looks organic and does not burden the space.
3. Large tile - its dimensions reach 45 cm. Easy to install, but in a small bathroom it will look bulky.
To finish the floor, it is better to use porcelain stoneware, this is a type of ceramic tile, which is particularly durable. In its normal state, this material is only monophonic, but porcelain stoneware can be glazed. This procedure allows you to give the tile any color and pattern. Gloss from glazing will visually increase the size of the room.
