Bathroom tile wall ideas: 55 Bathroom Tile Ideas – Bath Tile Backsplash and Floor Designs

55 Bathroom Tile Ideas – Bath Tile Backsplash and Floor Designs

Heidi Caillier Design

The most exciting part of designing a bathroom is choosing which beautiful materials and colors you’re going to spotlight. And that’s where tiles come in. They’re basically the bathroom MVP. If you’re planning a bathroom renovation, you may be married to the idea of all-white and marble-everything, but hear us out before you commit. There’s a place for bold, patterned tile in your life, and we think that’s inside your shower. Or on your bathroom wall. Or maybe even your tub? You get the idea. And if you really want to stick with a white, light, and airy look or something more sleek and moody, we’ve got plenty of designer inspiration on this list of bathroom tile ideas for you, too.

🏡You love finding new design tricks. So do we. Let us share the best of them.

ERIC PIASECKI

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Combine Different Shapes

Designer Kureck Jones knows how to have fun, especially when it comes to tile. The bubblegum pink subway tiles on the wall and the diamond, almost leaf-like motif on the floors of this bathroom are bursting with energy. The brass industrial-style fixtures and lighting add just enough contrast and the pop of pale purple paint is the cherry on top.

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Kingston Lafferty Design

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Go High-Contrast

Classic Mediterranean tiles give this modern bathroom by Kingston Lafferty Design a bit of old-world charm and just enough color. The hand-painted washbasins blend right in while the black accents modernize the space.

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Heidi Caillier Design

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Make the Shower Pop

If you opt for plain and simple floor tiles, go bold in the shower (or the other way around). Here, Heidi Cailier made a statement with a unique yet classic tile design on the floor and a more subtle pattern on the walls and floors outside the shower stall.

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Tamsin Johnson Interiors

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Shrink the Checkerboard

Shrink down the classic black and white checkboard tile pattern for a contemporary spin on the timeless design, as Tamsin Johnson Interiors did here. We’re loving the mint green retro toilet paired with the pink marble accents as well as the dot motif sconces for a touch of contrast.

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Romanek Design Studio

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Mix Up Checkerboard Colors

Robert McKinley Design Studio opted for a unique marigold and off-white checkboard pattern in this shower. It pairs beautifully with the fold fixtures, but it’s that modern black pendant that really takes things to the next level.

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Romanek Design Studio

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Reflect Your Surroundings

This light-filled bathroom by Romanek Design Studio reflects the beauty of the surrounding environment, from the wood-paneled sloped ceiling to the green zellige tiles. Aside from being calming and stylish, the wall-to-wall green tile floor means that basically everything in the room will hold up well when wet.

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Emily Followill

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Mix Sweet and Sassy Styles

The sweet patterned floor tiles and off-white painted shiplap walls bring a warm, neutral touch to this glam bathroom designed by Meredith McBrearty.

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David Tsay

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Don’t Forget About Storage

The pattern—and a trio of niches—set off a jewel-like mirror in this tiled shower by Justina Blakeney. Keep storage top of mind but also have fun experimenting with pattern, color, and shape.

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Robert McKinley Studio

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Alternate Directions

Robert McKinley Design alternated the direction and tone of the tiles to create a more dynamic and textured look in a small bathroom. Terra cotta tiles would look lovely and natural in this pattern, too.

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Heidi Caillier Design

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Cast A Hex

If you want to switch things up without getting too over-the-top, opt for a unique tile shape. Heidi Caillier opted for muted gray-brown hexagonal floor tiles and added color with an antique floral motif runner.

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Nils Schlebusch

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Think Outside the Box

Studio DB used marble hexagonal tiles to protect the hardwood floors in this open concept master bathroom. And while they serve a functional purpose, the partial coverage and angular shapes also make a unique and modern style statement.

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Haris Kenjar

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Fake It

If you don’t want to retile your bathroom floors but love the checkboard vibe, just repaint them to mimic tiles! That’s what Landed Interiors & Home did in this bathroom.

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Cameron Rupert Interiors

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Consider Use Case

The night sky-inspired floor tiles lay the perfect foundation for this whimsical children’s bathroom designed by Cameron Rupert Interiors. With contrasting prints, playful motifs, and pops of red, it’s a space both kids and adults can love.

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Audrey Hall

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Transport Yourself

Exposed wood beams, unique craftsman-style windows, and, a farmhouse island make this bathroom feel like something out of a fairy tale. The stone floor tiles set the foundation for a cozy Snow White-like cottage atmosphere.

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Haris Kenjar

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Make a Wacky Pattern

Fun graphic floor tiles bring playfulness to the deep red paint color in this small bathroom designed by Andy Beers of Ore Studios. The spacious drawers under the floating vanity also help keep things tidy, a must in a tiny bathroom.

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Kevin Scott

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Modernize the Subway Look

Small white square zellige tiles are a fresh take on the classic subway tile look, as proven by Studio Diaa in this small bathroom. The only surface not covered in understated tiles is the ceiling, which features a Crystalite skylight that makes the shower feel like it’s in the open air.

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Heidi Caillier Design

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Use Tiles to Tie Colors Together

All the varying tiles in this bathroom by Heidi Cailler Design speak to the colors in the curtains and fixtures. Classic subway tile on the walls and clinging the interior arch make this bathroom feel more spacious and open, but the abstract floor tiles help ground the room in the style.

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Anna Spiro Design

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Use It As a Starting Place

Though the striking freestanding marble tub with Victorian, old-school fixtures is the clear focal point of this bathroom by Anna Spiro Design, the tile floors set the foundation for the entire space (plus, their worn finish and playful design make it feel more approachable and historic).

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Romanek Design Studio

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Make It Sexy

Bathroom design reaches peak sexiness in this one by Romanek Design Studio. The smokey mirrored tiles adorning the partition make it feel larger and exude an airy of mystery and intrigue. The silver zellige tiles enhance this mood even further.

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2Lg Studio

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Mock a Material

Who needs hardwood floors in the bathroom when you can have mock-wood tile floors? They’re super easy to clean and they add a modern, cheeky edge. In this bathroom designed by 2LG Studio, the black tub frame complements the sharp black lines in the tiles nicely.

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Gail Davis Design

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Complement the Paint Color

This hidden vanity in a Gail Davis–designed bathroom is such a fun surprise. The orange mirror picks up on the warmth of the curtains and wallpaper accents while the striped penny tile floor complements the navy paint.

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Leanne Ford Interiors

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Take it to the Top

The white hexagonal ceiling tiles meet the stained wood shiplap to visually separate the shower and the sink area in this forward-thinking bathroom designed by Leanne Ford Interiors.

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LAURE JOLIET

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Match Your Tiles

Featuring more shades of marigold than we knew existed, these zellige tiles bring so much personality to this bathroom designed by ETC.etera for Firehouse Hotel. Match your backsplash to your tiled floors and shower walls, for a similarly high-impact and cohesive aesthetic.

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Ishka Designs

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Vary Tile Styles

When designing a minimalist and modern bathroom, stick to things like neutral tones. But keep things interesting and varied by layering tiles of different materials for different sections in the space, as Ishka Designs did in this luxe, nature-inspired bathroom.

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2LG Studios

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Make It Monochrome

Monochrome always looks cool and this 2LG Studios bathroom is no exception. Plus, sticking to a one-tone color scheme makes the entire design process a lot easier. We also love how they made the awkward corner into something awesome with a custom vanity and mirror.

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Stephen Karlisch

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Add Movement

Dallas-based designer Jean Liu added tons of movement and textural intrigue with a statement wall of tiles. Since the tiles feature an intricate pattern, the grayscale color scheme maintains a sense of calm—a must for a bathroom.

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Heidi Callier Design

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Create Texture

Between the orange penny tiles on wall, marble tiles on the floor, and bronze statement sconce, there’s so much amazing texture in this Heidi Cailier–designed bathroom. The olive cabinets and brass accents round out the color story perfectly.

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Regan Baker Design

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Make a Statement Wall

This master bathroom designed by Regan Baker Design is a showstopper, thanks to the entrancing statement wall. It’s rich in both color and pattern, which helps give more depth to the otherwise bright white surfaces. The plant wall brings some life while the area rug adds warmth.

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Sara Ligorria Tramp

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Mix With Marble

The green marble shower and tub is the obvious winner in this Emily Henderson–designed bathroom, but the zellige tiles on the ground are the unsung heroes. The natural, handmade feel of the tiles speaks to the natural stone whereas classic subway tiles or a patterned mosaic might throw off the organic appeal.

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Felix Forest

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Go Grayscale

If you prefer minimalist color palettes but still appreciate a little personality shining through, take a cue from this modern bathroom designed by Arent & Pyke. The grayscale tiles create a mesmerizing graphic pattern without feeling visually chaotic.

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30 Best Bathroom Tile Ideas

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Black, White, and Everything in Between

Catherine Kwong

Tile is perhaps the one detail that can singlehandedly transform your bathroom. Whether you opt for classic subway tile, square ceramic tile for a retro look, or get funky by executing two different bathroom tile styles side-by-side, there’s a look for every preference. These 30 bathroom tile ideas below will galvanize and inform your next bathroom redesign—and are all the inspiration you need.

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ACP/Trunk Archive

Vertically laid tiles are unexpected and modern. And the sleek, smoky, gray stone slabs alongside the irregular surfaces of the rectangular, Moroccan zellige wall tiles (no two are alike) in this spa-like shower room is a striking juxtaposition. Dark fixtures adds an edgy touch.

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ACP/Trunk Archive

The square, mint-green ceramic-tile walls (and ceiling) are giving us a high-end, 1970s, spa-slash-locker-room vibe. Earth-toned flooring adds unexpected contrast. Décor is minimal, letting the tiles speak for themselves.

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Alyssa Rosenheck

Designing with black and white is a timeless approach. Vertical white tile pops against the surrounding black bathroom walls, chrome fixtures, and provides an interesting line of demarcation for the shower stall. A black vanity provides continuity to the dark-toned space.

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Heidi’s Bridge

This traditional Art Deco-era tile design mimics those seen in many typical pre-war, New York City bathrooms. Here, three variously-sized tiles are mixed to create a wholly clean, comforting, and visually interesting bathroom. A claw-foot tub adds subtle detail.

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ACP/Trunk Archive

Tiny squares in shimmering, mermaid’s tail shades of green creatively dot the floor and travel up the wall, unifying a space that might otherwise look disjointed. A mosaic-style tile design was the perfect choice in this shower room—it’s the right balance of dissimilar and varied. The white iridescent tiles pick up the white on the ceiling.

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Alyssa Rosenheck

Not every tile you choose needs to be shaped like a square or rectangle. In this example, elongated polygonal floor tiles (which could pass for natural stone) modernize a no-frills farmhouse bathroom. Fresh flowers adds a pop of color.

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ACP/Trunk Archive

Yes, there’s a lot going on here—but it’s all working. Sticking with the same material (in this instance, Cararra marble) and simply varying tile sizes is a luxe, European design trick. The tiny, rectangular, mosaic-tile pieces on the floor against the deeply-veined subway tiles are eye-catching, textural, and tres opulent.

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ACP/Trunk Archive

This earthy, all-gray monochrome bathroom looks very Zen-like, with the wabi-sabi nature of the square zellige wall tiles set side-by-side with smooth concrete-tile surroundings. The tiles also add dimension and texture. A rounded sink, and shower fixtures softens the hard angles of the rest of the space.

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Alyssa Rosenheck

It takes a skilled hand to master a transitional-style bath—a mixture of traditional and contemporary—that’s evenly balanced. The placement of contrasting glass (modern), ceramic (classic), and natural stone (earthy) tiles, in small, medium, and large sizes, really works in this bathroom and shower area. Art and flowers gives it a homey touch.

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Alyssa Rosenheck

The encaustic-tile floor is made up of large-scale geometric shapes that echo the smaller-scale wallpaper pattern. It single-handedly makes this traditional bathroom look more engaging and modern. Brass fixtures make the bathroom feel a bit rustic, too.

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DESIGN: KATHERINE CARTER; PHOTO: JUSTIN COIT FOR MYDOMAINE

Interior designer, Katherine Carter kept things simple by choosing just two different white tiles to outfit Lauren Conrad’s all-white bathroom. Zellige subway-tile walls provide organic contrast to polygonal floor tiles, which also cleverly line the ceiling of the shower stall.

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DESIGN: KELLY WEARSTLER; PHOTO: ROGER DAVIES FOR MYDOMAINE

Interior designer Kelly Wearstler’s black-and-white guest bathroom is as opulent as it gets. Marble may be the material of choice for any luxury bathroom design, but its application here takes it to new heights because it forces the eye to travel upward.

Instead of a straight-lay pattern (aka side-by-side, in a straight line), every piece is laid on a 45-degree diagonal, or diamond pattern, which works nicely in smaller bathrooms.

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Katherine Carter

We’re not sure where else this unique insect wallpaper would be appropriate (in a child’s room, perhaps?). But Carter lets it do the work in this smaller bath while opting for marble penny-sized hex tiles underfoot, which look like rocky pebbles. A striped window treatment adds another shade of color without being overwhelming.

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Katie Martinez Design

Ho-hum white subway tile (with gray grout) takes a back seat to printed, Moroccan cement tiles—covered in triangles—that form a vaguely Southwestern design. The floor is bold, and the white walls very simply, chicly complement it. Brass fixtures creates a modern vibe.

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Catherine Kwong

This traditional bath by designer Catherine Kwong features a dark, moody color story that sees the walls visually receding, and the shower stall really exemplifies Kwong’s technique. Slate-gray tiles stretch to the ceiling in the stall while a bordered, intricate diamond pattern on the floor pulls smaller gray pieces into the neutral travertine tile for continuity.

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BHDM Design

Grout, too, plays a huge role in the design of this black, white, and gray bathroom. (If you want to take any bathroom tile design further, experiment with multicolored grout.) High-gloss black subway tile is super-chic with white grout, which highlights the neo-basket-weave pattern framing for the bathtub that’s also echoed in the upper walls of the shower area. Super-tiny, mosaic-style Cararra-marble tiles line the floor, adding further contrast and texture.

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DESIGN: MINNA PARIKKA; PHOTO: KATRI KAPANEN

Pale ceramic polygonal tiles, in three colors, form a pretty, honeycomb pattern on the floor of this sauna-cum-bathroom which grounds the large space. Tiled walls, in both square and rectangle shapes, aren’t an obvious choice here, but they still work—perhaps because they’re white.

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Catherine Kwong

Instead of choosing patterned tiles, create your own by arranging individual tiles for a customized look. In this photo, the same hexagonal tile in a contrasting color is used to create floral-like shapes on the bathroom floor. Fresh blooms bring the outside in.

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Blue Copper Design

These polygonal tiles, in different sizes, offer continuity throughout this bathroom stall yet enough visual interest that feels high-style. We especially like the dusty blue and white color combo–somehow it feels equally soothing and refreshing. Chrome fixtures keeps with the sleek theme.

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Design: KG Designs; Photo: Heidi Culver

When everything else in your bathroom is streamlined and minimalistic, a bold, patterned tile floor elevates the space. The toned down color scheme of these printed tiles aren’t overly distracting, so hanging art pieces, and wooden vanity shine too. A woven hand-towel basket adds texture.

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Arbor & Co.

We already included a few black-and-white bathroom tile examples, but we can never get enough. In this example, oversized black rectangular shower tiles complement smaller scale, polygon-shaped white tiles. A singular brass-finished light fixture and a bundle of branches add warmth.

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Ahmad Freeman

Marble (or marble-like) is always a classic choice, and opting for larger square tiles on the bathroom walls and floor can make a smaller bathroom feel roomier. A matching color palette, and chrome fixtures keeps things sleek. Potted greenery infuses a natural element to the space.

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Black & Blooms

We’ve mentioned everything from encaustic ceramic to marble tiles, though for all of our renters out there, tile stickers may be the more practical way to style your bathroom. In this photo, Black & Blooms chose turquoise tile stickers, then decorated with potted plants to make this bathroom pop.

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If Walls Could Talk

Create movement throughout a monochromatic look by laying out bathroom tiles in contrasting patterns. In this shower stall, a chevron pattern covers the floor, while larger rectangular tiles in the same color are arranged side-by-side. Black fixtures add depth.

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Jenn Pablo Studio

The Moorish-inspired tiles of this neutral hued bathroom match the modern Spanish revival theme of the rest of this house, designed by Jenn Pablo Studio. The tile pattern is distinct enough that displaying it in a small section, like the wall where the shower fixtures are placed, is all that’s needed to style this bathroom.

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LA Designer Affair

When the rest of your bathroom is dramatic and moody like this one, neutral toned tiles provide balance. That way details like a patterned window treatment, or ornamental mirror take center stage. And for something extra, add fresh flowers in a vibrant color.

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Will Brown Interiors

For soothing, spa-like vibes, choose bathroom tiles in the same color family. Shades of sand, gray, and cream, like the colored tiles that make up this bathtub backsplash create a soothing, unhurried environment for long, quiet soaks. Bonus points for lighting with dimmer functionality.

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Homemade by Carmona

This bathroom levels up with hexagonal tile, and printed wallpaper combination that looks polished and not overdone. Brass- or gold-finished accents, like the trimmed mirror and holding tray in a similar shape up the glam factor without seeming gaudy. Take advantage of natural light for added warmth.

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Maite Granda

This variation on the tile and wallpaper combination is bold and playful. A monochromatic color palette (grays and whites) offsets the stimulating pineapple motif on the walls and pebbled floors. A vase with colorful buds adds to the playfulness.

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Maite Granda

We like how marble tiles create a throughline from the bathroom floor and counters to the shower stall. Larger tiles for the floor, and smaller subway tiles for the shower stall offer visual variety. And pops of red, such as in the bathroom rug add vibrancy.

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32 Beautiful Bathroom Tile Design Ideas

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One of the most exciting parts of a bathroom renovation is picking the tile. Whether you opt for a classic subway that will never go out of style or try something more unique (such as a mosaic tile), or you want to make an impact with large-scale bathroom tile, the options are endless. The tile in your bathroom can change the whole look and feel of your space, so it’s important to pick wisely.

If you are renovating a bathroom, here 32 beautiful tile ideas to inspire you.

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Try a Starburst Tile Design

Ashley Montgomery Design

This wonderful bathroom from Ashley Montgomery Design is the perfect combination of modern and trendy. By keeping the walls and the vanity simple and neutral, the designer is able to experiment with the shower and floor tiles and create a load of visual interest with this starburst pattern. By pulling the shower tiles through to the floor, the space feels wider and more open.
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A Soothing Pebble Tile

Becca Interiors

Want a tile choice that will give your bathroom a spa-like feel and your feet a mini massage every time you shower? Check out this beautiful bathroom from Becca Interiors that features a minimalist design and a wonderful pebble tile flooring. This tile idea is a great way to add a bit of texture into your bathroom while maintaining a simple, classic look.
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Floor-to-Ceiling Tiles

burcharddesignco / Instagram

Though this look will cost a bit more, pulling your tile all the way to the ceiling is a great way to give your bathroom an elevated look and feel. This elegant design from burcharddesignco features a standard subway tile with black grout that looks dramatic and beautiful against the black tile floor. Black grout lines pull the eye in and work best in a larger bathroom to create a focal point in the space.
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A Seamless Chevron

Charlie Interior Design

Laying tiles in a chevron pattern is a lovely way to mix it up and create a bit of texture in your bathroom. We love this bathroom from Charlie Interior Design that features a tiled floor and wall with gray and white tiles that are just different enough to create delineation.
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Go Dark for Depth

Chelius House of Design

This wonderful open concept shower from Chelius House of Design features a rich, dramatic black tile that creates the illusion of more space in the bathroom. Black tiles work on the floor or the wall, but be sure to pick a contrasting color for the rest of the room to avoid your bathroom feeling too dark or drab.
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Lay Subway in a New Way

Cathie Hong Interiors

Subway tile is a classic choice for bathrooms, but just because it’s a popular tile doesn’t mean you have to go the standard route. Check out this beautiful bathroom from Cathie Hong Interiors that features a pearl-colored subway tile laid in a crosshatch design. This is a great way to mix things up but still keep your bathroom classic.
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Opt for a Graphic Tile

Erin Williamson Design

Want an eye-catching look that instantly becomes the focal point of your bathroom? This black and white graphic design from Erin Williamson Design is a great way to update a bathroom and give it a whole new look and feel. Even if you only update the floor or backsplash, a bold tile like this one will transform your space.
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Add Wallpaper

homebypolly / Instagram

We love these square subway tiles from homebypolly, and they play beautifully with the graphic yellow wallpaper throughout the rest of the wall. Tile is expensive, so if your budget doesn’t allow for floor-to-ceiling tiles, you can still get the same drama by adding wallpaper beyond your tilework.
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Add Color

Jessica Nelson Interior Design

This moody aquamarine hexagon tiles from Jessica Nelson Interior Design are giving off major mermaid vibes in the best way. A rich, colored tile is a great choice in any style bathroom, but be sure to keep the rest of the space fairly neutral to allow the tiles to take center stage. Here, the tiles are paired with a natural wood vanity that doesn’t clash with the bold colors in the shower.
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Opt for Large Floor Tiles

Design: KG Designs

Photography: Heidi Culver

Large tiles, like the ones seen in this bathroom from KG Designs, require fewer grout lines and therefore make a bathroom feel larger and more spacious. Though this stunning bathroom is already large, these tiles are a great choice in a smaller bathroom as well if you want to create the illusion of more space.
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Try Monochromatic Tiles

lemonleafhomeinteriors /Instagram

This stunning luxury renovation from lemonleafhomeinteriors features floor-to-ceiling tiles in various sizes, but all within the same color family. The varying sizes help to add visual interest while the similar color scheme keeps things uniform and classic.

If you want a spa-like bathroom, but don’t want it to feel too coordinated, mix up the tile sizes throughout the room.
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Marble Tiles

Michelle Boudreau Design

This elegant bathroom from Michelle Boudreau Design not only features wonderful gold finishes, but also uses a subway marble tile that exudes old-world charm and class. Marble is a great material in nearly any bathroom and a great way to elevate the whole look.
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Try a Moroccan Tile

Design: Mindy Gayer

Photography: Lindsay Stetson Thompson

Can you imagine washing away your week’s stress in this bathroom from Mindy Gayer? We love the blend of old and new with the pure white subway tile wall paired with a vintage-inspired Moroccan tile floor. This gives the space personality while still keeping it relatively neutral and calming.
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A Bold Chevron

the_girl_with_the_green_sofa / Instagram

We’ve already said how much we love subway tile laid in a chevron pattern, but this bathroom from the_girl_with_the_green_sofa takes the look to the next level with a bold chevron floor that is eye-catching in the best way. Because the rest of the bathroom is paired down and subtle, with black and white finishes, it allows the floor to really take center stage.
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Try Clay Tiles

hallie_and_harrisons_house / Instagram

There’s so much about this bathroom from hallie_and_harrisons_house that we love. From the vertical stack bond laid subway tile to the frameless shower to the warm clay tile floor, we can’t get enough of how beautiful this space is. Clay tiles are naturally resistant to mold and bacteria, so they’re a great choice in a bathroom.
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Blue Tiles and a Pebble Floor

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Check out this beautiful bathroom from gracecottagehhi that features a wonderful, sea-inspired blue subway tile paired with a pebble floor to give it a coastal vibe we love. If you’re lucky enough to have such a wonderful skylight in your bathroom, you’ll have enough natural light to avoid colored tiles from feeling too dark.
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Pick a Color Palette

edwardian_seaside_home / Instagram

This lovely bathroom from edwardian_seaside_home features a blue and yellow color palette that’s maintained throughout the tile floor and the standing clawfoot tub. Pulling an accent color through is a great way to keep the bathroom feeling uniform and purposeful.
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Go Pink

rainbowsnfairyd / Instagram

Pink has always been a popular color choice for bedrooms, but lately, we’re seeing it pop up throughout the whole house. This bubblegum pink bathroom from rainbowsnfairyd with square tiles and black accents is a great way to add a bit of fun into your bathroom renovation.
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Try Terrazzo

formandbalance / Instagram

This bathroom from formandbalance features a salmon stacked bond subway tile that complements the beautiful terrazzo tile on the wall. Terrazzo is coming back in style in a big way. It adds a lot of visual interest and because it camouflages blemishes, it is easy to clean.
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Herringbone Subway

thehomeleehouse / Instagram

Not only do we love the mint green hue of the tiles in this bathroom from thehomeleehouse, but we love the herringbone pattern that gives the space a lot of visual interest. A contrasting grout color helps make the lines pop and the pattern even more eye-catching.
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Hunter Green Tiles

living_at_mereviewbarn / Instagram

These deep, moody green tiles from living_at_mereviewbarn add a layer of drama to this small bathroom. Green is a great choice for bathrooms because it provides a sense of renewal and freshness while adding a bit of creativity. We love how this designer paired the bold tiles with a patterned wallpaper to continue the theme throughout the whole room.
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Match Different Tiles

vfynes / Instagram

Don’t be afraid to mix and match different tile shapes and designs. When done correctly, mixing patterns can add depth and texture to a bathroom and give it a lot of personality. This bathroom from vfynes features a scalloped tile on the wall and a hexagon-shaped tile on the floor, but because the colors in both play so well together they don’t clash, but rather complement each other.
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A Starburst Wall

ck_homestyle / Instagram

Bathrooms are often a great place to experiment with new patterns and styles in your home. This bathroom from ck_homestyle features wonderful aqua starburst wall tiles that work so well with the traditional subway shower and the penny tile floor.
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Play With Penny Tile

modernly_you / Instagram

On its own, penny tile adds a visual impact to your bathroom because of its small size and extra grout lines that really stand out. But this bathroom from modernly_you takes the penny tile look one step further and adds a fun pattern to the floor. Because the floor is so striking, the rest of the bathroom can stay fairly minimalist and still feel updated and modern.
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Focus on the Floor

ivoryandbone / Instagram

The only tile in this bathroom from ivoryandbone is the wonderful Moroccan-style flooring. If your budget doesn’t allow for endless tile work in your bathroom, focus on just one area, such as the floor, and opt for a visually interesting tile that is strong enough to stand alone in the space.
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A Leaf Tile

russo_residential / Instagram

Take a look at this lovely bathroom by russo_residential that features a leaf-patterned tile that’s as unique as it is beautiful. Though a hand-painted tile like this one will cost you more, it’s a great way to add in more design to your bathroom without the use of wall art. Plus, once you splurge on such a beautiful tile, your decorating is basically already done.
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A Neutral Color Palette

mishkashoe / Instagram

Though this bathroom from mishkashoe features a striking patterned floor tile, the rest of the space focuses on tans and beige hues in a way that keeps the space feeling neutral and tranquil. Just because you opt for a more visually interesting tile doesn’t mean your bathroom can’t still feel minimalist and soothing.
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Small Wall Tiles

milesminnophotography / Instagram

While we typically see small hexagon tiles like these from milesminnophotography in flooring or showers, we love how beautiful they look as a backsplash against this elegant blue vanity. This look is better for a larger bathroom, as a smaller tile will leave you with a lot of grout lines that could look busy in a small bathroom.
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Try a Wooden Tile Look

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Wood flooring gives off the feeling of warmth and comfort, but it can lead to mold and bacteria in a bathroom. Instead, consider a porcelain tile like this one from ann.living, which features a wood look. The tiles here are larger than standard ceramic tiles to mimic wood planks, while the chevron pattern adds a touch of visual interest.
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Rich Navy Tile

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Navy blue is a great color to create a space that feels elegant and traditional. This bathroom from doingupduke features a deep navy blue subway tile with dark grout lines that is utterly stylish. It’s paired with a blue and gold animal print that plays wonderfully with the tiles.
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Create a Floral Design

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This bathroom from gretchenblack features a lovely penny tile floor with a floral pattern that’s sweet and simple to replicate. Though penny tile can be a bit of work to lay, adding a simple pattern like this one is an easy way to add a bit more visual interest to the tiles without a lot of hassle.
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Scalloped Tile

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Take a look at this bathroom pictured by indiaholmslice that features a scallop-shaped tile wall. We love using scalloped tiles anywhere you want to create an impact. They’re unique and visually appealing and you can opt for a more neutral color like this pearly gray or go for something more mermaid-inspired like a rich aqua.

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Stunning Tile Ideas for Small Bathrooms

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When the time comes to renovate your small bathroom, there are many things to consider: Should you stick with bright colors? Is it time to ditch that bulky tub? Can large tiles work in a small space? Designing a small bathroom means you’ll have to be clever and purposeful with every decision, and your bathroom’s tile is one of the first things you’ll notice when you step into the room.

Here are some examples of how tile can be used for specific design effects in small bathrooms.

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Diagonal Tile Pattern for Visual Interest

The Glitter Guide

Not only does this modern bathroom from The Glitter Guide feature have a tall mirror that helps to extend the space, but the subtle, glossy subway tile is laid in a herringbone pattern, drawing your eye to the longest part of the room. It also provides an element of refreshing surprise, since a diagonal pattern with subway tile is unexpected.

Don’t be afraid to experiment with different tilework patterns, just make sure to plan ahead. When it comes to small spaces, there’s little room for error.
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White and Black for Drama

Studio McGee

The black hexagon tiles in this grayscale bathroom from Studio McGee are not for the faint of heart, but they are the perfect anchor for a classy and sophisticated space with white subway tile covering the lower walls. We love any excuse to use moody floral wallpaper, especially in small spaces. Floor-to-ceiling tile work can sometimes make a small space feel claustrophobic, so consider tiling only partway up the wall, as seen here.
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Chevron Stripes for Contrast in White Bathroom

Donna Dotan Photography / Houzz

Similar to a diagonal pattern, chevron stripe tile work visually elongates the space, adding a sense of depth. This bathroom photographed by Donna Dotan Photography looks much larger than it is, partially due to the chevron stripe floor tiles and the stark white color palette, which doesn’t contribute any visual clutter. The glass shower door further helps to create a more fully open and airy space.
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Large, Light-Colored Tiles Brighten a Dark Room

Rooms for Rent Blog

The large beige floor tiles laid in a plain stack-bond pattern, as shown in this elegant bathroom from Rooms for Rent Blog, keep things simple and act as a subtle base for the black wainscoting. The light-colored tiles help reflect more light and widen the space in a room dominated by dark hues.
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Floor-To-Ceiling Mosaic Tiles Add Height

Style Curator

Though we’ve said that larger tiles can create the illusion of more space, that doesn’t mean you have to forgo using smaller mosaic tiles. This enviable powder room from Style Curator uses small hexagon tile work to draw the eye upward toward the ceiling and open up the space. Plus, the floating vanity takes up less square footage than a conventional one while cutting down on the clutter factor.
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Stretch-Bond Pattern for Classic Appeal

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Despite its small size, this sleek bathroom spotted on Becki Owens’s Instagram is big on style. There are many different tiles used in this room, which add a lot of visual interest and distract from the smallness of the space. The stretch-bond pattern used on the walls is a great choice—it avoids the claustrophobic feel that a grid pattern can sometimes create, and also visually extends the wall space.
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Glossy Wall Tiles Reflect Light

At Home in Love

Though glossy tiles are a no-no for the bathroom floor, using them on walls can reflect even more light and make a small bathroom feel spacious. The pale green tiles used in this simple bathroom from At Home in Love are just glossy enough to create the feel of a larger bathroom without looking dated.
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Floor Tiles Extended Into Shower

Deuce Cities Henhouse

Rather than changing up the floor tiles in the shower stall, the designer of this chic bathroom from Deuce Cities Henhouse extends the floor tiles through the entire room. This creates a seamless, uniform design that expands the visual feeling of the space.
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Bold Graphic Tiles to Make a Statement

Suzy Hoodless

Graphic tiles can make a bold statement—and the Escher-like pattern in this jazzy bathroom from Suzy Hoodless is definitely bold. But it works because it’s used with restraint, being used only on the floor and partway up the sink wall. Limited use is a good guideline to follow when using graphic tiles—if you take them all the way to the ceiling, they’ll quickly become overwhelming and disorienting. The visual effect of extending the floor tile partway up the wall tends to elongate the space.
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Black Floor Tiles for Contrast

Reena Sotropa

Just as a room with highly patterned wall calls for a light-colored floor, white walls may call for a dark floor. This cozy little bathroom from Reena Sotropa may be small, but it doesn’t feel cramped. The small black mosaic tiles would feel overwhelming if used throughout the walls, but by keeping them confined to just the floor, the rest of the room feels airy and light.
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Large Tiles Can Work

Cathie Hong

Conventional wisdom says that small spaces call for small tiles—but think again. Large tiles can actually trick the brain into thinking the space is bigger than it is. This cozy bathroom from Cathie Hong does just that, where the patterned floor tile add visual interest, and the large subway tile on the walls form a uniform setting for rest of the bathroom’s decor.
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White Tiles to Create Openness

Gray Space Interior Design

White surfaces make a space feel more open, and nowhere is this more true than in bathrooms with wall and floor tile. In this bathroom from Gray Space Interior Design, white subway tiles installed in a classic stretch-bond pattern combine with dark gray floor tiles to create a surprisingly spacious feeling.

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Introduction

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Tile is a popular choice for bathroom flooring because it is very versatile. Tile comes in every color, shape, and material imaginable. Tile flooring is also an excellent choice for bathrooms because most materials used are water-resistant, making them perfect for the high humidity environment of a bathroom.

Here are a few tile materials worth noting:

Natural stone tile such as marble, granite, slate, and soapstone is used across a range of styles. Their natural colors and organic textures make for interesting patterns. Their downside tends to be price and maintenance: natural stone costs more than most other materials, and it tends to require more frequent and specialized maintenance.
Porcelain and ceramic tile are the most popular and budget-friendly choices. They come in a dizzying array of sizes, patterns, and colors. They’re also generally easy to install, clean, and maintain over the years. They are also moisture-, stain-, and scratch-resistant.

Ahead, get some inspiration for making a tile floor work for your budget and style preferences.

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Traditional Bathroom With Marble Tile

Denise Maloney Interior Design

This classic traditional primary bathroom by Denise Maloney Interior Design shows you the possibilities of marble tile. An inset with an interlocking curve pattern is surrounded by a large subway tile. The floor marble has very little veining compared to the countertop or tub; this gives a little contrast to the whole and avoids an “everything is white” effect.

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Bathroom With Hex Gray Tile

Blake Shaw Homes

A creamy white vanity is paired with a gray hex floor tile in this bathroom by Blake Shaw Homes. Hex tile is growing popular, thanks to its unusual shape. Hexagonal tile has a different “rhythm” and look than rectangular tile. It packs a lot more energy and movement, which means that it’s perfect for giving a decor punch to a small bathroom.

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Retro Bathroom With Pattern Tile

Amberth

How better to finish this cute retro-style bathroom than with a starburst-pattern floor tile? This design by Amberth uses black-and-white contrast to make what would be a small, bland bathroom into a space with personality and punch.
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Primary Bathroom With Herringbone Tile Floor

Kate Coughlin Interiors

A beautiful tile floor can also be subtle. This wonderful porcelain herringbone floor, in a bathroom by Kate Coughlin Interiors, uses a combination of pink-and-white tile for a chic yet understated effect.
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Bathroom With Concrete Mosaic Tile

Sophie Burke Design

An unusual material for tile, concrete is durable and beautiful, too. This bathroom by Sophie Burke Design uses a concrete mosaic tile with a subtle grey pattern that fits the natural stone countertop. The added brass details on the mirrors and vanity hardware polish the look, giving it a touch of an industrial feel.
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Small Bathroom With Vintage Black-and-White Tile

JAS Design Build

A green washstand brightens up this small bathroom featuring a vintage floor tile pattern. JAS Design Build chose a square tile mosaic that complements yet contrasts the traditional subway tile on the walls. A bit of marble on the washstand brings a touch of classic style for a bathroom that is at once simple and luxurious.
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Eclectic Bathroom With Large Hex Floor Tile

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Visible, contrasting grout can be part of a beautiful decor scheme. In this bathroom by Shannon Malone, a large blue hex tile with wide grout brings charm and a little retro touch. A matching subway tile on the walls and a colorful rug harmonize the whole space.
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Beach Bathroom With Subway Tile Flooring

Lynn Morgan Design

Glass tile is usually put on walls, but this beach-style bathroom by Lynn Morgan Design puts it on the floor for a glassy effect that reminds us of water. The floor is complemented by a frosted glass countertop and vessel sink and pale blue towels.
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Farmhouse Bathroom With Herringbone Marble Tile

DV Rasmussen Construction

A farmhouse bathroom by DV Rasmussen Construction gets a chic touch with a subtle marble herringbone tile floor. It’s small enough to harmonize with the room but interesting enough visually to bring a sense of movement to the space. The natural color shifts in the marble contrast with the pure white of the walls and tub.
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Traditional Bathroom With Bold Herringbone Floor

Studio M Interiors

A classic freestanding tub and white cabinets are supported by a bold blue, white, and black herringbone tile floor in this bathroom by Studio M Interiors. By keeping the rest of the space simple and clean, the floor pops out. It’s a bold but effective choice.

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Southwestern-Style Bathroom With Colorful Mosaic Tile

Nest Interior Design Group

This long and narrow bathroom by Nest Interior Design Group features a colorful mosaic tile in white, orange and blue. The blue is repeated in the shower and bathtub tile, and the orange comes back in the natural earthy tones of the accessories throughout the space.
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Primary Bathroom With Honey Tile

Coddington Design

The interesting tile here is the one that surrounds the freestanding tub. The bathroom by Coddington Design features a laser-cut natural stone tile in a wonderful circle pattern. It defines the tub space from the rest of the room, and its colors are recalled everywhere: the wood board, the damask fabric on the bench, and the paint.
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Tile Floors for Every Style and Budget

Katie Martinez Design

This bathroom, by Katie Martinez Design, shows a bold patterned tile with sharp angles and geometrical shapes to complement the classic subway tile on the walls.
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Mediterranean Bathroom With Mosaic Tile

Stephen Karlisch / Houzz

A mix of old and new defines this beautiful Mediterranean bathroom, photographed by Stephen Karslich. A modern plastic stool contrasts against a distressed wooden desk, and the rounded shape of the tub contrasts with the square wall tile. But the show-stopping feature here is the white, black, gray, and yellow tile floor, which brings it all together.
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Luxurious Primary Bath With Marble Herringbone Tile

Cote de Texas

None of the previous herringbone patterns come close to this luxurious marble floor by Julie Dodson and featured on Cote de Texas. The herringbone pattern is made by the natural veining in the marble, rather than by the cut of the marble tile itself. This makes this tile stand out visually, and add to the sense of luxury and chic of the whole bathroom.

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Bathroom wall tile ideas: 10 inspiring looks for your space

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Choosing bathroom wall tile ideas is an exciting and inspiring part of any bathroom design project. Hardwearing, water resistant and easy to clean, wall tiles are a practical surface solution for bathrooms, en-suites, shower rooms and wetrooms, but are also a brilliant way to bring personality to a space.

As well as being decorative, wall tiles are a great bathroom idea for zoning different areas and, where attention is given to scale and shape, bathroom tiles can be clever devices for creating the illusion of space in small bathrooms. To help get you inspired we’ve rounded up a selection of ideas along with tips from the experts.

Available in an infinite array of materials, colors and shapes, wall tiles offer scope to create myriad looks. Even the plain white tile can be used to create all manner of decorative effects when laid in creative configurations.

Bathroom wall tile ideas

While inspiring, choosing bathroom wall tiles for your bathroom wall ideas can be daunting, too, as there are so many looks to choose from, plus once installed they are not easy to change which makes it a big decision.

‘Try to make decisions based on the fact that you have to love this space for years to come and therefore a timeless design provides longevity,’ says Joel Fry, Designer at West One Bathrooms .

‘When choosing bathroom tile ideas it is important to remember that bathrooms can’t always be easily pulled out and remodelled with minimal disruption as tiles are fixed using strong adhesives and sanitaryware is firmly secured,’ he adds.

Essentially what design you chose is ‘a balance between aesthetics and practicality,’ says Damla Turgut, founder and creative director, Otto Tiles & Design . ‘The choice of finish is dependent on the area your tiles will be laid, wall or floor, and of course the look you’re trying to achieve.’

It’s also worth noting that different areas will have different surface needs. In a shower enclosure you will need tiles floor to ceiling, but elsewhere, you may consider tiling to dado level.

Another factor that may influence your bathroom tile ideas is the size of your bathroom. In a large master bathroom you may want to use tiles of different shapes and scales to create separate zones and help break up the space. Alternatively, if you are remodelling a small bathroom or wet room, you may consider using the same tile throughout, as this can give the illusion of space.

1. Create luxury with marble tiles

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If you’re looking to create a bathroom with spa-like sophistication, then marble is the perfect material. Boasting beautiful natural veining, marble bathroom tiles will bring texture and a timeless elegance to a bathroom while keeping the space feeling fresh and bright.

Small rectangular marble tiles make a brilliant shower tile idea for small bathrooms as they create a decorative feature while large square floor tiles co-ordinate with the look but have the benefit of being far easier to clean.

‘Don’t be afraid to use large slabs of terrazzo or marble in small bathroom spaces,’ says Tom Rutt, founder, TR Studio . ‘Covering walls and floor in the same tile can create a real wow factor with a luxurious, spa like aesthetic and can trick the eye into making a space appear a little larger than it is.’

2. Choose subtle subway tiles

(Image credit: Studio Duggan / Mariell Lind Hansen)

A popular tile style that has its roots in the Victorian period, rectangular subway bathroom tile ideas show no sign of abating. A versatile design they can be laid in brick format for a more traditional feel, or in blocks for a more contemporary look, alternatively, you could try using them vertically for a twist on tradition.

This soothing sage ceramic tile would be perfect for a classic country bathroom yet looks equally effective when used as a backdrop to a vibrant orange roll top bath in this modern, eye-catching bathroom designed by Studio Duggan for a London townhouse.

3. Create a patchwork feature wall

(Image credit: Future / Polly Eltes)

Tiling a bathroom wall in an assortment of colorful patterned tiles is a brilliant small bathroom idea as it distracts from the size of the room. These encaustic tiles from Bert & May are handmade in Spain using natural pigments.

‘An accent wall is also a great way to add color to a small bathroom. Using a plain colored or patterned tile to define and zone a shower or bath area can create a real statement and a wow factor’ says Damla Turgut, founder and creative director, Otto Tiles & Design.

(Image credit: Mandarin Stone Hoxton Pink Gloss herringbone tiles)

If you have a bathroom with tall ceilings consider making a statement of them with a dynamic herringbone design that draws the eye upwards. Heavily glazed and boasting tonal variations, these ceramic pink Hoxton tiles from Mandarin Stone will bring texture and pattern with a vintage industrial feel to bathroom walls.

5. Create a dappled effect with marble mosaics

(Image credit: West One Zen marble scallop mosaic tiles)

If you are looking for shower tile ideas then mosaics are a beautiful way of bringing delicate texture as this West One Bathroom proves which features its Zen mosaic tiles. Each scallop-shaped tile offers a subtle variation in tone bringing a shimmering ripple effect reminiscent of fishscales.

Be sure to use a light grout to create a more seamless look – a dark one which highlights individual tiles can make the space feel smaller. For added luxury finish the shower with burnished fittings.

6. Turn heads with shape and color

(Image credit: Topps Tiles Cliq Hot Pink tiles)

Bathrooms wall tile ideas can be seem as clinical and cold yet with so many intriguing and colorful tile designs to choose from this needn’t be the case for a head-turning try the cliq tiles in Hot Pink from Topps Tiles .

‘When it comes to small bathrooms, a lot of people think that you should avoid using bold, bright, or dark colors and patterns, often choosing lighter tones to create a spa like feel and to maximize the feeling of space. But color chosen well can add a real sense of luxury to a bathroom space, no matter the size,’ says Damla Turgut, founder and creative director, Otto Tiles & Design.

7. Opt for durable marble-look porcelain tiles

(Image credit: Lapicida Antique Marble Porcelain Macchia Vecchia tiles)

While natural marble tiles are beautiful and luxurious, they are heavy and expensive. Porcelain tiles, on the other hand, are generally lighter than marble tiles making them easier to install, plus are generally more cost effective. What’s more, porcelain tiles can be easier to clean and maintain compared to marble tiles as natural stone is porous so may need periodic resealing to protect them.

Emulating the beautiful veining of authentic marble but with the durability and easy installation of porcelain, these Antique Marble Porcelain Macchia Vecchia tiles from Lapicida make a beautiful alternative to the natural stone.

8. Use glossy white tiles for a classic feel

(Image credit: Drummonds)

Timeless but with decorative interest, this en-suite design by Drummonds proves that white bathroom tile ideas needn’t be boring.

‘White tiles are a classic and enduring choice for bathroom walls. They come in an array of shapes, sizes and finishes and are a perfect counterpoint for more decorative elements such as patterned floor tile ideas, coloured sanitaryware and warm metal brassware,’ says Comment from James Lentaigne creative director at Drummonds.

‘Paired with a border of black tiles, two different shapes of white tiles – square and rectangular – have been used to great effect in this bathroom to create design interest,’ he adds. ‘The owner wanted the new shower room to have a classic, masculine feel.’

9. Try large scale onyx tiles

(Image credit: Ca Pietra California Porcelain Jade)

If you’re looking to create wow factor why not try large scale onyx tiles? Designed to capture the veining and beautiful coloring of authentic onyx stone, these porcelain California tiles from Ca’ Pietra are both stylish and practical. Available in Jade, Pearl and Beige colorways and with a gloss finish, they would make luxurious master bathroom idea.

(Image credit: Future / James Merrell)

Small bathrooms and shower rooms needn’t lack in personality, in fact, they are a brilliant space for embracing a bold design as they are not in constant use. Using striking geometric bathroom wall tile ideas in a shower enclosure is a brilliant way to bring an element of fun and surprise to what can be an overlooked space when it comes to decorating.

To prevent the look being too stark consider softening the scheme by painting the walls in warm colours. These Fired Earth geometric tiles make a striking black and white bathroom idea and have been paired with mustard yellow and brown for a Mid-century feel.

Which tiles are best for bathroom walls?

The best tiles for bathroom walls will depend on the area in which they are being used, the look you are trying to create and the material they are made from.

‘All porcelain tiles are suitable for walls and floors, but larger sizes may require extra skill to install,’ says Rob Whitaker, creative and product director at Claybrook Studio . ‘Ceramic tiles can be used for walls although the base clay shade may be visible on the edges. Glazed and hand-painted tiles are for walls only on the whole. Any tile professional can advise.’

‘Ceramic tiles can be produced by hand or machine using red and brown clays alongside whites, whereas porcelain uses only white clay, and is machine-produced to avoid air pockets and baked at a higher temperature so tiles are less porous,’ adds Rob Whitaker.

‘Porcelain is great for floors in wet areas like bathrooms, while ceramic is better for walls. Cement tiles, also called encaustic tiles, are crafted using marble powder, natural pigments and cement and colours are usually stronger and crisper.’

You may want to consider using different tiles inside a shower enclosure suggests says Andrew Bendall, marketing manager at Craven Dunnill Jackfield .

‘Patterned tiles and decors are also perfect for creating a statement shower enclosure that makes any bathroom stand out. We would not recommend textured tiles or natural stone on the floor but slip resistant tiles are a perfect alternative to a shower tray or wet rooms. ‘

What is the most popular wall tile for bathrooms?

As bathroom wall tiles are not easy to change once fixed, often timeless, simple designs are a popular choice.

‘We still find year after year that most clients are seeking classic lasting designs in their main bathroom and then go wild for color in the downstairs WC or in the shower area of the main bathroom,’ says Joel Fry, Designer at West One Bathrooms. ‘You can mix and match tiles by injecting some interest with texture or pattern or even use a contrasting grout color.’

‘We are also seeing a growing trend for fragmented tile designs – it shows off the shape of the tile and adds an unusual intriguing feature,’ says Joel Fry.

When we asked the experts what tiles were popular at the moment it sparked inspiration for all sorts of ideas.

‘Marble tiles for walls and floors are enduringly popular. Glazed mosaics with a linear Japanese feel, like our Zeze and Kasama ranges, are also popular, as are larger-format porcelain tiles for floors,’ says Rob Whitaker, creative and product director at Claybrook Studio.

‘Mosaics for walls will grow in popularity through 2022, particularly for bathrooms. Reclaimed, eco-conscious tiles are also gaining in popularity,’ he adds.

The classic subway tile also remains a popular choice for bathroom walls says Andrew Bendall, marketing manager at Craven Dunnill Jackfield.

‘The current trend for small rectangular tiles laid vertically or in a brick effect can be particularly striking and very effective in a shower enclosure while larger format tiles need less grout so are easier to clean.’

What are the best wall tiles for a small bathroom?

The best bathroom wall tile ideas for a small bathroom will add personality.

‘Shaped tiles are a great choice for small bathrooms and shower rooms. Subway/herringbone, fish scale, hex and diamond shapes are all great ways to add color, pattern and interest to a small bathroom without overwhelming the space,’ says Tom Rutt, founder, TR Studio . ‘We particularly love the narrowness of subway /herringbone tiles laid horizontally on walls which creates a really fresh, modern look with a very timeless appeal. ‘

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114 photos and 6 design rules

The tile is not a natural material and its appearance is an imitation.

The modern design of bathroom tiles is an imitation of natural materials: wood, marble, travertine, metal, concrete. All pink, peach, red and other glossy options do not satisfy this rule and immediately disappear.

If it seems counter-intuitive now, I’ll give you a bunch of photos that will prove that the tile is a finish, not a decor.

6 rules and 4 types of tiles for the bathroom
Examples of modern tile design
Texture
Color

6 rules and 4 types of tiles for the bathroom

6 things to consider when choosing a bathroom tile design:

are much more practical than

The larger the size, the better it looks.
Matt or semi-gloss tiles look better in the bathroom (photos are not shown). When the surface is uneven and part is matte and part is glossy. An example of semi-gloss is imitation of metal.
Decors, borders, drawings and flowers are rubbish and the collective farm almost without exception.
The choice of tile grout color is critical.
Correct tiling i.e. distribution on the walls is no less important than she herself.

And 4 types of tiles with the correct design:

Imitation of wood, concrete, travertine.
Imitation marble, but available from terrible to chic. It is important to feel the edge subtly (photo examples will follow).
Patterned (patchwork), geometric, and pentagonal and hexagonal tiles are also good options.
One-color tiles that do not imitate any material can only be taken with a texture. The only exception for a single color is white gloss (including a wild boar).

Separately, read how best to choose tiles for the bathroom – there it is about the technical nuances of choice.

Colored glossy tiles for the bathroom are usually completely unprincipled – you won’t be able to make a stylish design with them. An example of a combination of just 2 types of ceramics and a perfectly seasoned style:

When you first hear about the imitation of concrete and wood, you usually imagine a gloomy brutal loft-style bathroom, no less. In fact, with the help of such a tile, you can get a very different design, and now there will be a perfect example.

Here is the bathroom with bathtub, separate shower, washbasin and toilet with installation. Those. the area is big. At the same time, it uses only 2 types of tiles : gray with a slight concrete look and wood effect with stylized painted boards. Thanks to the correct lining (about the layout of the last part of the article), it turned out very stylish and modern. And just try to say that it’s boring:

I have already used these photos in the material about the design of a bathroom with a toilet. perfect example.

The main thing to understand is that the stylish design of the bathroom is based not only on the finish, but the tile itself must imitate the real natural material , not glazed, it’s not clear what.

Examples of modern tile designs

Ceramic tiles in the bathroom are the same finishing material as paint or wallpaper in other rooms. This is not an accessory or decor, it should not be catchy or bright.

Finishing material, not decor.

2-3 types of tiles are enough for a bathroom in an apartment, even taking into account the floor. The wall is usually chosen lighter than the floor.

So we get a gradient: dark on the floor, lighter on the wall and a white ceiling.
A lot of water gets on the walls and stains are less noticeable on light.
All plumbing in the bathrooms is white and is better when there is no strong contrast with the walls.

Fashion in general is a controversial thing, but in the bathroom it is now really adequate. See photos of modern bathroom interiors. Let’s take a look at the tiles right now. Floor in the bathroom : wood effect porcelain stoneware.

For bathroom walls in patchwork fashion:

Variations of gray tiles look beautiful (no, not boring), especially with texture (looks stylish when backlit). Many of the types of gray tiles in the photo are quite budget options and look good in real apartments.

Very practical, but visual design for amateur – pixel:

or its beautiful modern counterpart with convex squares:

Still in style and perfect for modern bathrooms, tiles imitating stone, marble, slate, etc.

These are all types of proper bathroom tile designs. Anything lower is a risk.

From risky design options: all glossy non-imitating (only white boar tested), and cladding and zoning options using mosaics. But this is at your own peril and risk.

Texture

Except white only 1 tile can be imitated – imitation murmur. It is suitable for both modern and classic bathroom design styles. But the main thing to understand is that marble is a risky option. It is difficult to formalize which marbled tile is good. Therefore, we look at specific examples. Very poor marble imitation:

Normal:

Cool:

Fine between a bad marble tissue, if you are not sure, choose something else.

To simulate all other materials, besides the pattern, a texture must also be transferred. On the stands, this is usually not felt as strongly as after laying. Photos on the Internet also convey the texture very poorly. Everything needs to be seen live and be sure to touch it with your hands.

The trendiest tile designs in 2019 are concrete and wood. The first look very cool in a matte finish (but matte is more expensive), and the tree with a deep texture. Because the concrete is gray and patchy, even without texture it is very practical and does not show water stains. Let’s see the options for gray cladding on real photos.

Expensive matte concrete effect tiles:

Average price ($11/m2) untextured gray tiles from that bathroom with shower from part 1:

And several economy class options from the Belarusian manufacturer Keramin:

Color

There is a lot of water in the bathroom. Water dries to white spots. These are the salts that were dissolved in it. No adequate filter options will save you from this, trust experience. To make beautiful tiles not only on the stand:

The standard colors for tiles in the bathroom are light. Otherwise – permanent white spots.

And 2 more hard facts:

Neutral colors are enough for a stylishly fun bathroom design.
Almost all colored tiles are terrible.

This is especially true in the interior of a small bathroom. And to immediately prove that even a bathroom completely finished with gray tiles can be cool and not boring, here is a photo:

almost all of them are rubbish , which cannot be saved either by an ideal layout or other tricks. But there are rare exceptions. Therefore, any colored tile is a risk. Sometimes it can turn out well, but you need a sense of taste and proportion, a very painstaking choice. Colored bathroom tiles when it comes in and out (the edge is very thin):

But even a good colored tile should be accent, not the main one. The base color should always be neutral. In no case should aggressive colors like red, pink, purple, green be dominated. In short, the same rules as described in the material about the combination of colors (for example, why pure red is almost impossible to fit into the interior normally).

Photo examples of how to use colored tiles correctly / incorrectly:

And a bonus for those who read it. When choosing a tile design, take advantage of the free design services that are provided in most salons. Feel free to contact consultants with a request to make a free model of a room with a layout for you. So you can protect yourself from mistakes when combining several collections, and you can think over and minimize trimming. However, this does not oblige you to buy it. Good luck with the repair!

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Bathroom tile combination: 26 options for how to combine tiles in a small bathroom

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Daria Elnikova

1. Black and white tiles
To combine the tiles in the bathroom, the designer used two tile colors for the walls – black and white. Moreover, there is significantly more black, it helped to “dissolve” the walls and give a feeling of spacious space.

Where: Moscow
Project designer: Daria Elnikova

Oksana Oleinik

2. Tile and wallpaper
You can combine tiles in the bathroom with different materials, depending on the basic idea of the interior. Including wallpaper. They transform bathrooms and washrooms into a more living and less “sterile” space.

Where: Moscow
Project Designer: Oksana Oleinik

Valery Design

3. Tiles only on the floor
This bathroom resembles a tent for relaxation – such were used in the XIX-XX centuries. The design of the tent is stencilled, and the poster, an advertising sign from 1979, reinforces the image.

Where: Moscow
Project designer: Valeriya Belousova, Valery Design

Nika Vorotyntseva design & architecture bureau

entirely occupied by bright sloths. The reference was developed in a Kyiv studio, but the drawing was transferred to the glass on the spot.

Where: Almaty, Kazakhstan
Project designers: Nika Vorotyntseva, Nika Vorotyntseva design & architecture bureau

Ekaterina Fedorova

or a custom-made mosaic panel. For this bathroom, a copy of the famous mosaic by Alexander Deineka and Vladimir Frolov from the Mayakovskaya metro station was made

Where: Moscow
Project designer: Ekaterina Fedorova

Urazmetov Rustem

6. White tiles and mosaics
Here the designer played on the combination of mosaics and tiles in the bathroom. To connect the plumbing and dark furniture, the wall behind the bathroom and the backsplash were covered with black and white mosaics, which bring dynamics to the interior.

Where: Moscow
Project designer: Rustem Urazmetov

Domestic Studio

7. Halftones and squares
The combination of tiles in the bathroom
is based on the motif of squares of different colors and sizes. The background beige tile is a complex shade with nuances of green: the customers insisted on the difference between the materials. There is another option: to play not only on the color difference, but also on the texture – when glossy and matte tiles are laid next to each other.

Where: Moscow
Project designer: Domestic Studio

Flatplan

8. Playing with geometry
The surface in a square tile is the same graphic grid. On it you can display different color spots or play with the scale of the “cells”. Marina Zhukova

Korneev Design Workshop

12. Wallpaper with an optical effect
The guest toilet was playfully turned into a theater box thanks to the ironic wallpaper on the walls. You open the bathroom door and find yourself in an Italian opera house. At the bottom there are panels, but tiles can also be made if desired.

Where : Moscow
Project designer: Korneev Design Workshop
Wallpaper: Fornasetti, Cole&Son

Elena Timchenko Architectural Studio

13. Deep Color
The combination of black and white tiles with deep burgundy coloring balances the color temperature and makes the bathroom feel warmer.

Where: Samara
Designer of the project: Elena Timchenko, Architectural workshop Elena Timchenko

Studio “Atamanenko, architecture and interiors”

14. Paint and tiles
tiles lined with vannas, and the walls covered with a craft. deep wine shade, which is suitable for wet rooms.

Where: Moscow
Designer of the project: Studio “Atamanenko, Architecture and Interiors”

BernideSign

15. Paints and panels of tiles
Fers can afford the bright pink walls along with green gender . And this combination of panels of gray tiles with ornaments balances it out.

Where: Nizhny Novgorod
Project Designer: Elizaveta Bydreevskaya, BERNIDESIGN

Teremok.Design

16. Self-leveling floors on the wall
The wall behind the mirror is made according to the self-leveling floor technology, and for the shower part, the designers chose teak lining, which is not afraid of moisture.

Where: Ekaterinburg
Project designer: Teremok.Design

Valery Design

Ceilings 2.4 meters high do not look low due to the fact that dark elements were placed at the bottom and white tiles were laid at the top. If this color seems too dark, you can use a combination of blue tiles at the bottom and white at the top.

Where: Moscow
Project designer: Valeria Belousova, Valery Design

UD BÀSE

18. New turn
Together with geometric tiles, the authors of the project used colored grout, and the tiles themselves were laid only in wet areas and supplemented with painting.

Where: Moscow
Project designer: UD BÀSE

Designed by Ekaterina Kolegova Ecole

19. Wood and ceramic inserts
The guest bathroom is one of the few rooms where you can experiment with dark shades. So, here, almost black oak panels were brought to the walls, along which giant scarab beetles seemed to have scattered.

Where: Moscow
Project designer: Ekaterina Kolegova, Design Bureau of Ekaterina Kolegova Ecole
Ceramic decors: Beetles are made of clay by ceramic artist Ksenia Pirvits from Moshkoff Studios based on sketches by Ekaterina Kolegova

INT2architecture

20. Plywood in the bathroom
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Where: St. Petersburg
Project Designers: Alexander Malinin, Anastasia Sheveleva, INT2architecture

KLYaksa-design

21. Tiles and wooden mosaics
The combination of white tiles in the bathroom with “wood” always works well. In this project, instead of imitation, a natural material was used – a wooden mosaic impregnated with varnish.

Where: Moscow
Project designer : KLЯksa-design

Yuri Grishko

22. Tiles, stone and wood 90 pan065 The floor, bathroom screen and part of the wall were finished with heat-treated ash wood. With such processing, all organic matter is burned out of wood: only the crystal lattice remains, in which parasites do not start, there is nothing to rot and deform.

Where: Moscow
Project designers: Taratuta, Dmitry Ulitin, Artzona

ARTUP BUREAU

23. Wood and mirror And along one of the walls, a wide mirror was launched, giving additional depth to the space.

Where : Moscow
Project designers: Yanina Zatolokina, Anastasia Izvolskaya, Sergey Izvolsky, ARTUP BUREAU

Frunze Elena

24. Combination of tiles in the bathroom
Some of the walls in this bathroom were decorated with tiles imitating old wooden planks. The layout was thought out on the spot, after which the builders transferred the tiles to the wall. The washing machine and dryer were hidden behind a metal mesh facade; in the same place, at the end, they left access to the counters.

Where: Moscow
Project designer: Elena Frunze

Ira Nosova

25. In different directions
Although the surfaces appear to be laid out in ceramic squares, like parquet, they are actually a combination of different tiles of the same size but laid in different directions.

Where: Moscow
Project Designer: Ira Nosova

DVEKATI

It turned out that the native brickwork was well preserved here: it was cleared and painted over with white paint.

Where: Moscow
Project Designer: Bureau DVEKATI
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educ The bathroom becomes not only functional, but also a beautiful, fashionable room in a modern apartment. This is a place to relax and unwind after a busy day at work. That is why the design of the bathroom should be unobtrusive, harmonious, cozy. As a rule, tiles or porcelain stoneware are used to finish a modern bathroom. And the choice of this finishing material depends on what your bathroom will end up with.

If you don’t know what style to decorate your bathroom, what tiles to choose for this, how to think over a combination of colors, then read this article. In it, we will look at the latest bathroom design trends, current color and stylistic solutions, popular finishing materials 2020-2021.

Contents:

Bathroom decor with tiles: the latest trends and design novelties 2020 – 2021

Popular styles

Current forms and designs of ceramic tiles

Trendy bathroom tile colors

Which bathroom tiles to choose?

Life hack: how to lay tiles yourself?

Beautiful bathroom tiles: photo with design ideas

Color options for bathroom tiles, photo

Photo of tiles from the collections of Russian and European manufacturers

Bathroom decor tiles: latest trends and design novelties 2020 – 2021

Recently, minimalist urban and stylish light Scandinavian design has been rapidly gaining popularity. These two trends in interior design have won the hearts of many owners of modern homes. The loft is gradually moving from cafe interiors to our homes, and the discreet Scandinavian style imposed by IKEA catalogs is increasingly being chosen by designers to decorate modern kitchens and bathrooms. Both directions are distinguished by their conciseness and practicality.

Popular styles

If you have a small bathroom, then it is better to resort to decorating it in a light Scandinavian style. To do this, you will need either a white tile or a very light one. The floor can be decorated in black and white colors. To do this, choose a mosaic, a hexagonal tile or a beautiful tile with an interesting black and white ornament. Often, in the design of a Scandinavian-style bathroom, they use rectangular white tiles that imitate brickwork, and, in dry areas, they do not put it on the entire wall, but end it in the middle of the wall, decorating the end with a beautiful border. The rest of the wall can be painted light blue, purple, grey, turquoise or whatever color you like.

Scandinavian white tiled bathroom

If you have a large bathroom, you can design it in an urban style. As a rule, the creation of such an interior requires walls that imitate “bare” concrete, but you can finish with textured tiles in dark shades, but it is better to use natural stone or porcelain stoneware slabs. Recently, matte tiles of a fairly large size with the texture of natural stone or wood are gaining popularity. Examples, photos of a bathroom with dark-colored tiles are presented below.

Dark urban bathroom interiors

Trendy shapes and designs of ceramic tiles

Tile is still a favorite among bathroom finishing materials. Only the shape, color, ornaments and texture of the tiles change. Recently, a rectangular 60 x 30 cm tile has been used to decorate the bathroom. Natural stone and porcelain stoneware are also in fashion, which has a different shape, but the slab itself is quite large. Such materials are good for decorating large and spacious rooms. The latest trend in bathroom design is the use of marble slabs, see examples of such interiors in the photo.

Marble tiles are in vogue

Bathroom decor in warm colors

If you have a small bathroom, it is better to give preference to light or white tiles of a small size or even use small mosaics for decoration. Now a small tile imitating brick has become fashionable. Also in trend is glass mosaic, it is used to decorate the area near the sink or shower wall. If you’re designing a Scandinavian-style or Art Deco-inspired bathroom/toilet, the floor can be laid out with stylish pixel tiles with geometric black and white patterns. At first glance, it is somewhat reminiscent of a mosaic, but this tile design looks much more interesting. You can find pixel tiles in the catalogs of online stores selling Italian ceramics.

Founding with a bath with a tile imitating brick masonry and are in constant search for new ideas and forms. Therefore, now, when developing a bathroom design, tiles of non-standard shapes and colors are increasingly being used. They are also experimenting with options for laying ceramic tiles. It is laid out with a herringbone, narrow rectangular plates, different forms of tiles and mosaics are combined in one interior. Hexagon-shaped tiles are back in fashion again.

Photo of the interior of a bathroom with tiles: a new look at the classic hexagonal tile

Facing moist zones with glass mosaic rooms
In 2020-2021, designs with an application for naturalness and naturalness will remain popular. “Natural” finishing materials such as wood, stone, clay, etc. will be in fashion. Therefore, for the design of modern bathrooms, matte tiles in beige, brown, gray shades with the texture of wood or stone will be used. If funds allow, you can finish the bathroom with natural stone, while laying out the floor and walls with tiles in the same color scheme. Monochromatic designs are very popular right now.

Wall and ceiling tiling with natural stone or porcelain tiles in one color

Black and white bathrooms look just as stylish. For large baths, it is important to use tiles of various shapes and colors to create a visual separation between the wet and dry areas in the bathroom.

Black and white bathroom

Italian tile catalogs are increasingly showing scandinavian designs. By choosing a similar colored tile, you can very easily create an interesting and at the same time uncomplicated interior. Just divide the space into zones, lay out one part of the wall with colored tiles with ornaments, and the rest of the wall with classic white tiles. An example of such a tile design in the bathroom, see the photo.

Scandinavian style tile

Which bathroom tile to choose?

As already mentioned above, when choosing tiles and finishing materials in general, one should start from the size of the room. It will be easier to tile the walls of a small bathroom with small tiles, and decorating a large room will be less laborious if you opt for large rectangular or square tiles.

Stylish bathroom design

The color of the tiles will depend on the overall concept that will be used in the design and decoration of the room. If we talk about the combination of furniture color and tile shade, then it is better to choose either very similar tones, or, on the contrary, very contrasting ones.

Choice of bathroom tiles: color solutions

The most fashionable color this season will undoubtedly be gray. But do not think that the interior with gray tiles will be boring. Using a rich variety of shades and textures of this finishing material, you can create an atmosphere of luxury and relaxation in a gray bathroom. Given the trend of using natural materials, stone tiles will be very relevant this year. Here is an example of a bathroom tile design photo showing how the nobility of stone combined with minimalism and other natural materials creates a truly stylish and modern atmosphere.

Stylish gray tiles in the bathroom

Often, to create a unified harmonious atmosphere, ceramic tiles are chosen to duplicate the texture of bathroom furniture, i.e. if the furniture has glossy facades, then the tiles should be glossy, and if you plan to buy furniture made of natural wood, then the tiles should repeat its texture.

Life hack: how to lay tiles yourself?

If you have decided to make repairs and design your own bathroom, then video tutorials that are dedicated to laying tiles for the bathroom and little bathroom design tricks can help you.

Teaching video: Founding of the bathroom with tiles 9000

Educational video: how to make a hole in the tile

beautiful bathroom tiles: photos with design ideas

Create a beautiful, well -thought -out well -thought -out interior a bathroom in which everything is carefully planned, you can do it yourself. Get inspired by a collection of photos with an interesting design of bathroom tiles and come up with your own interior solutions. After all, absolutely any bathroom can be stylishly and beautifully decorated, no matter if it is in Khrushchev, in a panel house or a cottage. 9Blue tiles in the bathroom

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Orange tiled bathroom

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Uralkeramika bathroom tiles, interior design photo

You can find prices for ceramic tiles on the official websites of manufacturers. If you want to save money, you can finish the bathroom with plastic panels with a pattern imitating tiles.

A few more videos of tiled bathroom interiors

Wood look tiles in the bathroom: 50 design photo ideas

One of the main trends of 2021 is the environmental friendliness of space. Wood is primarily associated with environmental friendliness. In the bathroom, due to the high humidity, not everyone decides to use natural breeds. There is a way out – a tile that imitates wood texture. It is resistant to moisture, steam and temperature changes, and outwardly almost indistinguishable from natural wood. At the same time, you can find it at a very affordable price. And such a finish will last a long time. In the article we give all the necessary information about wood-like tiles in the bathroom – photos, design examples, interesting combinations.

Decorate the interior of the bathroom with wood tiles

Types of bathroom tiles
Wall decoration ideas
— Shower room
— Bath Screen
— Boxes for pipes
— Wall above the bathroom
— Sink area
Flooring ideas
Fashion combinations

Ceramic cladding, or tile, is the most common type of material. It is made from clay and sand with the addition of feldspar. Thus, the tile is environmentally friendly and, depending on the type – glazed or unglazed – wear-resistant. Most often it is used for decorating walls. Ceramics imitating wood are sold in the form of rectangles (look like real boards), slats, squares, mosaic elements. The surface can be either smooth, glossy, or rough, matte.

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Porcelain stoneware is also an eco-friendly material made from sand and clay, but already several times stronger than tiles. Porcelain stoneware is sold in the form of rectangles and squares of different lengths and widths – from small (30×30 cm) to large-format (60×120 cm). Wood-effect porcelain stoneware in the bathroom is used for cladding walls, floors, separate areas, and visually this finish is indistinguishable from natural rock.

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Clinker tiles moved to interiors from exteriors. It is durable, moisture resistant, resistant to temperature extremes and even fire. Most often you can find brick-like clinker, but there are also options with imitation of wood texture in the assortment of manufacturers. The walls, the countertop under the sink, the podium of the shower cabin are trimmed with clinker.

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Quartz vinyl or PVC tiles are another popular finishing material. Its main difference from the previous options is flexibility, PVC is plastic. Some compare it with linoleum, but it still surpasses it in quality. In addition, it is already sold in sliced form, as a rule, in rectangles. It cannot be said that quartz vinyl is completely environmentally friendly, but it is also non-toxic. Usually they finish the floor, but, if desired, you can stick the material on the walls.

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Bathroom, lavatory

Decorating a bathroom in a wooden house (39 photos)

Walls are rarely finished with wood. Quite often, designers use wood-like tiles in the bathroom in specific areas. We offer different options.

Shower room

A shower cabin tiled in this way is an unusual design element. The shower tray can become a continuation of the floor if you lay it out with the same porcelain stoneware. It is only important to take into account that the pallet in the construction version will not be agreed in every city. For example, in Moscow this decision is rarely agreed upon, a removable pallet is needed. The solution is still being practiced in the regions.

Wall cladding with clinker or ceramics in light beige or contrasting brown looks interesting. For balance, you can place additional wooden accents – a countertop, a cabinet, a mirror frame – and combine different directions of masonry to make the interior more interesting.

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Bathroom, lavatory

6 best materials for bathroom vanity top (practical and beautiful)

Bath Screen

Bath screen is often decorated with tiles or porcelain stoneware. The same cladding is sometimes chosen for the floor, or a wooden screen is left as an accent design element. In a tiled screen, inspection hatches are necessarily constructed, and sometimes retractable storage systems of concealed installation.

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Finishing materials

Tile carpet in the interior (36 photos)

Piping box

Piping boxes or drywall installations for wall-mounted toilets can also be clad in porcelain stoneware or tiles. In addition to the fact that such a design will hide from view not the most attractive technical underside, it can be used as a useful surface for storage.

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Bathroom, bathroom

How to use marble tiles in the bathroom (64 photos)

Bath area

Another cladding option is tiles above the bath. The remaining walls can be decorated with contrasting white porcelain stoneware, paint or plaster. And complement the accent trim with the same screen, floor or area above the sink.

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Apartment

How to combine different types of wood in the interior: 6 win-win solutions

Sink area

The washbasin area usually gets a lot of attention. Designers recommend placing it exactly opposite the door. With such a layout, the wash area is the first thing that comes into view in the interior of the bathroom. That is why it can also be accentuated. The idea of naturalness will be complemented by a wooden table top, and an unusually shaped mirror and lighting will support the accent.

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Bathroom

8 creative bathroom tile ideas to inspire you

Due to the embossed texture and various sizes, wooden porcelain stoneware can imitate natural parquet almost exactly. And the problem with non-woody cold can be easily solved by installing a floor heating system or a simple soft rug under your feet.

Just like parquet, porcelain stoneware on the floor can be laid in different ways – herringbone, checkers, deck, wicker and labyrinth. For a small room, it is better to choose medium-sized fragments – large strips will look disproportionately large, and too small ones will visually fragment the space.

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7 designer bathrooms that meet modern trends

The basic principle of a stylish finish is a competent combination of materials and textures. It is not necessary to lay the same tile on all walls. It is even considered anti-trend. For example, woodgrain tiles on the wall in a loft-style bathroom look great in combination with stone textures.

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For an interior with scandi or country elements, a combination of wooden masonry with imitation of white brick (it is called a wild boar) is suitable.

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Marble imitation is another undeniable trend in 2021 in interior design. Combine porcelain stoneware imitating a wooden texture with large marbled slabs. In the interior of the bathroom, marble looks equally good in black and white. And different laying methods change the overall look of the room: experiment with diagonal and vertical arrangement.

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Wood imitation can be combined with different types of finishing materials (paint, wallpaper), as well as tiles of different shapes, for example, rectangular fragments with square, hexagons or mosaics . The layout also matters, different ways change the overall look of the interior: experiment with diagonal and vertical layouts or combine them with each other. By the way, in order for long fragments, more than 110 cm, to look natural, and the light does not emphasize imperfections, make the offset no more than 30% from the previous one.

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dark – reduce. But to exclude the dark design is not worth it. Interesting spotlights and mirrors will help to visually enlarge the space. The selection contains examples of the design of small bathrooms made in dark brown colors. By the way, in a dark color, the texture of wood is conveyed better than in a light one, and with the help of a contrasting grout, you can emphasize the shape of the tile.

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Combination of tiles in the bathroom: how to combine different colors and textures for a harmonious interior

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Bathroom tile design: 75 photos, methods, color

There are a lot of variations in bathroom design. They involve the use of modern technologies, non-standard materials. As a result, the room becomes beautiful, stylish and unique. Tiling is especially popular. And this is not surprising. The material is durable, resistant to moisture and temperature extremes, durable. If you use different colors, shapes and styles, then the room will sparkle with new colors.

There are a lot of options for decorating the bathroom

Tile is the most common bathroom material

Very strong, durable and moisture resistant tiles

Contents

1 Bathroom Design Ideas

2 Bathroom Laying and Tiling: Finishing Features

3 What is the most popular installation method?

4 Diagonal tiling: what to look out for?

5 Bathroom colors

6 How many tiles do you need?

7 Video: Proper tiling of bathroom walls

8 50 photos of bathroom tile design ideas:

8.1 See also

Bathroom design ideas

Bathroom interior decoration with tiles is beautiful and stylish. Therefore, she never ceases to be popular. Designers often choose this particular finishing material. The tile is presented in a huge assortment. Different dimensions, textures, colors, ornaments, imitations make the interior interesting and original.

A non-standard solution is the image of nature on a tiled surface. Such a panel will bring a touch of mystery to the interior. Tiles can be laid not only as a standard option, but also by many others. It allows you to experiment and implement interesting design ideas. The use of tiles of more than one color looks original. Bright spots will make the overall look of the picture more interesting. Mosaic tiles of small size or large elements will allow you to revive the interior.

Tiles will help make the bathroom interesting and original

The design in several colors will look very nice

The classic color scheme is white. It is chosen by successful and self-confident owners. In second place is the blue and pale blue shade of the room. Dark saturated tones are used less frequently. They are suitable for spacious rooms. The atmosphere in them is solemn and strict. Red tiles are appropriate in oriental styles. You can also meet it as an accent on a plain surface.

There are a lot of design ideas for the bathroom. They differ in the style that is used for decoration, color and other characteristics. The tile makes it possible to realize original and interesting solutions. A unique and noble composition is created.

Usually light colors are chosen for the bathroom

There are a lot of design ideas for the bathroom

Plan ahead for your bathroom

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Bathroom layout and tiling: finishing features

Wall tiling is an easy process. It must begin with the choice of styling. It determines the appearance of the overall composition. The layout is done in several ways.

Tile installation method

Features

Basic

The easiest installation option, requires a minimum of effort and money. It consists in the fact that the tiles are placed in rows on the wall. The result is a surface that resembles a leaf in a cage.

Runaway

Each next row is offset from the previous one. The laying method is simple, the appearance is attractive, similar to brick laying. It is applied at not calibrated facing.

Diagonal

The first row is laid with tiles that have been cut diagonally in half beforehand. This method is complex. It has special requirements. They mainly concern the seams located between the plates. They should be perpendicular to the wall at an angle of forty-five degrees. In addition, laying should be carried out as accurately as possible. A square or level will help control this parameter. The disadvantage of the method is a large amount of waste during operation.

Modular

Assumes the use of tiles of different types, but the side size is the same. Thus, a drawing is created with an image, which consists of blocks and is clearly visible. In this case, it is better to use a special purpose tile.

Wall tiling is a simple process

Tiling can be done in several ways

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What is the most popular installation method?

The most popular styling option is a combination of several colors. Below is a dark shade, light on top, the middle is decorated. This sample is lightweight. There is no need to think over the design, select the material that will be combined. To implement such a project, it is enough to measure the room and choose the type of tile. The amount of material is determined by the area of the room.

This bathroom design is not suitable for all spaces. Since it visually reduces the space. If its area is small, then such a design will make it miniature. Vertical stripes will help to get rid of this effect. It is appropriate to use them around a washbasin or washing machine. A bright strip will decorate the interior, make the space more voluminous.

The most popular styling option is a combination of several colors

For small rooms use light shades

The classic design is dark bottom and light top

See also Bathroom design and tiling

Diagonal tiling: what to look for?

Diagonal tiling is rare today. This is not surprising. The process is laborious and difficult. Only a high-level specialist can cope with it. The work of amateurs, as a rule, has inaccuracies in the location, which is reflected in the beauty of the overall picture.

The main difficulty of the process is that it is necessary:

make correct markup;

accurately lay out material. and this applies to all rows. especially the first one, it should be as clear as possible.

This bathroom design increases space. Therefore, it looks advantageous in small-sized rooms and is recommended for use. The space not only expands, but also becomes higher. The dimensions of the room have no effect.

As for restrictions, they are present. Cutters on the wall in this installation are not appropriate. This approach attracts a lot of attention. As a result, the expansion effect is reduced. The walls visually become smaller, and the ceiling does not increase.

Other methods are used to diversify the surface. Vertical stripes are perfect. They give volume and brightness to the design.

Diagonal tiling is rare

When laying tiles in a diagonal way, some difficulties may arise

See also Bathroom decor: sanitary ware selection, tips

Bathroom colors

Bathroom color is an important design element. When choosing it, the first thing to consider is the area of \u200b\u200bthe room. If it is small, then the decorative trim should visually increase it. To achieve this, the right shade of the walls will allow.

Tones used should be close. Place them side by side on the color wheel. Yellow shades with orange, turquoise and green are perfect. Such combinations emphasize the dignity of the bathroom. The atmosphere of the room is pleasant and relaxing.

Marine theme in the bathroom is widely used. Its main colors are sand and various shades of blue. The overall picture of the interior resembles a seashore, helps to forget about everyday work, relax. The intensity of the color is chosen according to the wishes of the owners. It can be both calm and bright. The only drawback of such a project is the coldness of the interior. The room is not comfortable for hygiene procedures and pastime. This must be taken into account when choosing a design.

Color plays an important role in bathroom design

Bathroom color must be chosen carefully

If the room is small, it is better to use light shades

Bright walls look good in the bathroom. Saturated shades allow you to create a surge of emotions in the room. It will become a kind of island of positive, where you can recharge your batteries and good mood. Orange and purple, red walls with green accents are perfect for such a design. Juicy colors can be diluted with white tiles.

The main tile is not always selected first. There are interesting laying solutions in which the decorative surface is first determined. As a rule, the main white tile is complemented by several other shades.

Mosaic looks original and modern. This type of tile is suitable for arranging small rooms. It can be combined with ordinary tiles. The main thing is to choose the right color.

Some dark shades will also expand the space. Saturated gray will visually expand it. But the overall interior can be sad and gloomy. To prevent this, it is worth adding bright accents to it. Red elements, turquoise and yellow color will perfectly cope with this task.

You can get a stylish bathroom design by applying brown shades. They are diluted with white tiles. Soft muted tones make the interior refined and noble.

Some dark shades can expand the space

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How many tiles do you need?

If the repair is carried out independently, then the calculation of the amount of material that is needed for finishing is inevitable. To carry it out, first determine the size of the bathroom. Its area is calculated using a simple formula that is familiar from the school bench: the height value is multiplied by the width.

After that, the dimensions of the window and door openings are determined. The resulting value is subtracted from the total area. To determine the amount of material needed, the height and width of one piece of tile is multiplied. The area of the room is divided by the last value. Thus, the amount of lining is calculated.

Calculation of tiles must be carried out based on the size of the room

Tile consumption is calculated according to a ready-made scenario

Brown color in the interior will look very elegant

It is important to note that some rows require a non-whole tile. This is explained by the fact that the walls may not match the size of the tiles. As a result, it cannot be avoided splitting into pieces. This should be taken into account when calculating the amount of material needed.

An excellent assistant in this process is a special computer program used by builders. It is mainly used in cases where the masonry design is unconventional. A mini plan on a scale is drawn up in advance. It will allow you to view the future pattern.

Calculation can now be carried out using computer programs

Also the number of tiles depends on the laying method

Calculation of the material for the floor is carried out according to a different formula. Surface area and tiles required. The first value is divided by the second. Based on which masonry method is used, the number of tiles is determined. If it is a straight line, then five percent is added to the resulting number, and ten percent is diagonal.

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Perhaps tiling your walls with new tiles is not the easiest way to freshen up the look of your bathroom. However, perhaps this design solution is the most effective.

Patterned tiles aren’t the only way to make a bathroom look really bright. So, Megan Gilger (author of the blog Fresh Exchange) went the other way and achieved this effect with the help of geometric shapes. She created a visually interesting zen-inspired space by combining hexagonal and rectangular tiles in muted colors from Fireclay Tile.

To update the look of the bathroom, you can of course simply replace the handles of the cabinets and change the faucet. But if you’re ready for a bigger makeover, there’s almost nothing that can transform a bathroom quite like new tile.

Replacing damaged, dirty, obsolete or simply boring tiles will not only freshen up the look of the room. Such a decision is also a great opportunity to decorate it in a completely new style.

Thanks to the wide range of patterns available on the market, the variety of shapes and colors available, you can create something truly unusual and unique.

But at the same time, such a broad offer raises the question: how to make the right choice?

In a bathroom in a house on the North Fork Peninsula, Long Island, New York, Chango & Co. to create a color accent, she tiled the floor with Radiate Hex cement tiles from Cle .

SELECTING THE MATERIAL FIRST

The most common bathroom tile material is ceramic/porcelain stoneware, but natural stone, glass and cement tiles are also popular. Each type of tile has its own unique look.

Susana Simonpietri, Brooklyn Partner at Chango & Co. , an interior designer, for example, says it prefers to use cement-based tiles to achieve expression because they often have bright colors and interesting patterns.

“Most manufacturing companies offer a rich color palette,” says Susana. “If you want something completely unique,” she adds, “they can even make custom-made tiles: the choice is actually almost limitless. Everything it makes our work very interesting and exciting.”

For two bathrooms in a recent project on North Fork, Long Island, New York, she used two different patterns of cement tile—a rectangular one with a blue and white elongated triangle pattern from Popham Design—to cover the floor in one room and hexagonal white tiles with a blue outline from Cle for another.

However, as Susana Simonpetri points out, not everyone likes the impressively bright effect that this tile creates.

“A lot of people just want the familiar white bathroom,” she says. For such clients, Susana usually chooses large rectangular white marble tiles. In particular, she recently applied it to the interior design of a beach house in Amagansett, New York.

For those who prefer a zen-inspired look that looks a little more lively and colorful, the designer suggests muted ceramic tiles or glass tiles in blues and greens.

For a classic home in Amagansett, New York, Chango & Co. I used large Statuario marble effect tiles from Cancos Tile and Stone.

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FOLLOW THE STYLE

Whichever tile you choose, it will set the tone for the whole room, especially if it’s a tile with an expressive pattern or if it’s done in bright, bold colors.

“When you already have a particular color or pattern in front of you, it affects all other interior design decisions,” says Keren Richter, who runs Brooklyn-based interior design firm White Arrow with her husband Thomas Richter.

For the walls of a 19th-century loft bathroom in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, New York, they selected vintage blue and white Portuguese tile tiles known as azulejos (or azulejos). “I’ve been finding and buying them on eBay for a year,” shares Keren Richter.

Brooklyn-based design studio White Arrow created a bathroom accent with vintage eBay Portuguese tiles.

These square tiles have different geometric patterns. The Richter couple placed them in an almost free order, and since they were all the same size, the designers were able to combine them on the surface into a single whole without much difficulty. However, as Keren Richter explains, before the cladding itself, the designers spent some time laying out and numbering all the tiles in order to see in advance how they would look together, and only then reproduced the result on the chosen work surface.

“If tile patterns can be combined into a single picture through color and shape, the result can be beautiful,” adds Keren.

To make the Portuguese tile really pop, the designers opted for plain white hexagonal tiles for the floor, while white stucco was applied to the rest of the walls, painting the doors a well-matched blue hue. In the second bathroom in the same house, they did the opposite: they laid bright blue Moroccan zellige tiles on the floor, with white tiles on the walls.

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In the second bathroom, White Arrow covered the floor with bright Moroccan tiles by Marrakechs Design.

PLAY WITH SHAPES

The use of patterned tiles is just one of the ways to create a spectacular interior in the bathroom. The shape of the tile itself can also make a space visually more interesting, especially when using different shapes on different surfaces.

For example, as suggested by Jamie Chappell, creative director of Fireclay Tile in San Francisco, one wall could be tiled with a shower tile in one particular shape, say a “hexagon”, while other walls could be tiled with regular rectangular “subway” tiles. “.

Jamie cites the example of one client, Megan Gilger (author of the Fresh Exchange blog), who tiled her bathroom floor with blue-grey glazed hexagonal tiles, covering the walls with silver-green glazed rectangular tiles. Anna Liesemeyer of In Honor of Design used hand-painted square tile patterns for the flooring, while tiling the bathroom walls with star and cruciform tiles.

New York-based design firm Studio DB has also taken this approach. For one project, designers tiled the floor surface leading into the back wall of the shower room with red and white striped hexagonal cement tiles from Original Mission Tile. “In order not to overwhelm the space, we laid delicate subway-type tiles on the remaining walls,” explains Britt Zunino, head of the firm. 0303, used hand-painted Starburst tiles (starting at $35 each) for the bathroom flooring and Mini Star and Cross tiles (starting at $35 per square foot) for the walls. All of the samples mentioned are produced by Fireclay Tile.

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CHANGE INSTALLATION PATTERN

If all these ideas seem too bright, there is a more subtle way to make the bathroom interior visually interesting: instead of choosing a tile with a bright pattern, pay attention to the laying pattern itself.

Ordinary square or rectangular tiles do not need to be laid in the usual “mesh”. Although such a straight styling looks modern and strict, it can also be perceived as cold and impersonal. To add variety, craftsmen often use half-offset styling – it resembles a brick wall with a pattern.

When using rectangular tiles, it is also possible to make a vertical installation when the tiles are arranged in a “column”. “This is especially true for low ceilings, because such styling makes it visually higher,” suggests Jamie Chappell. “Or you can put herringbone tiles: it will add some zest and freshness to the space, while maintaining its classic style.”

For a less symmetrical look, some designers use tiles with the same finish but different sizes for the same surface.

Designed by Studio DB for this Manhattan property, bathroom floor and back wall tiled in hexagonal tiles (Original Mission Tile, $7 per tile) with an unusual three-dimensional pattern of intertwined striped ribbons . “In order not to overload the space, we laid subway tiles in a delicate shade on the remaining walls,” says the head of the company, Britt Zunino.

DO NOT FORGET THE SOLUTION

With all the richness of different colors and shapes, it is easy to forget about the bonding material, without which it is impossible to lay tiles – we are, of course, talking about mortar. The shade of the grout itself (as well as the width of the grout) is of great importance for how your bathroom will look.

If you choose the color of the grout as close as possible to the tone of the tile and make thin seams, the joints will hardly be noticeable. And thanks to the contrasting shade of the mortar and more massive seams, you will emphasize each tile, which will help to give a stylish look to even budget tiles.

In their office bathroom, White Arrow tiled the walls with low-cost white square tiles, laid in a “mesh” pattern with thick seams, which they grouted with black grout, resulting in a bright, bold look.

“We tried to achieve maximum visual impact with minimum budget,” explains Keren Richter.

Chip Bryan, CEO of New York-based construction organization Best & Company, notes that their company’s craftsmen manage to leave less than 1mm of grout when necessary when laying tiles. But this precise fit usually requires perfectly crafted (or finished) tile samples that are perfectly uniform in shape.

Tiles with slightly uneven edges are best combined with thick grouts.

“If you intend to use tiles with accentuated uneven edges, you obviously want to give the room a handmade feel by a master craftsman. To achieve this effect, leave thick, solid seams between the tiles,” advises Brian. “It is in such cases that the color of the grout plays a special role.”

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, resulting in an interesting effect.

COMPLETE YOUR LOOK

Since most tiles are not finished on the sides, the borders of the tiled areas usually require additional finishing for a neat and finished look (except when the wall surface is tiled completely from floor to ceiling).

Some stone tile and cladding manufacturers produce tiles with rounded edges and other special finishes for this purpose. It can be thin metal strips, presented on the market in a wide range (for example, from Schluter Systems) or even simple wooden slats that can be painted with paint that fits into the interior.

If you don’t like standing on the cold bathroom floor in winter, this problem can also be solved during the renovation. Install an electric heating mat (such as nVent Nuheat or Warmly Yours) on the floor before laying new tiles, and your feet will never feel uncomfortable from the cold.

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For homeowners who want to tile themselves, Brian has some advice.

First of all, unpack all boxes of tiles. According to him, in different batches, the color of the tile is slightly different. “We unpack all the boxes, mix the tiles, and lay them out on the floor before tiling the walls,” says Brian. Then we are sure that in the end we will get a surface of uniform color throughout the room.

He shares a similar tip for grouting: mix the contents of each jar/bag well to evenly distribute any pigment that may have settled to the bottom.

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