Why do we choose ceramic coating?
Let's list why the majority of people choose this particular coating for finishing the “wet” area.
- It is easy to care for and easiest to wash. It’s enough to take a rag and walk with water - the dust and dirt will definitely be washed away. You can also use detergents, but without abrasives and not too aggressive.
- Modern materials are environmentally friendly. Ceramics, granite are natural raw materials that form the basis of porcelain stoneware and will not harm your health.
- The coating will last a long time - on average, tiles require replacement after 10-15 years, depending on its original characteristics and correct installation.
- Durability - you can safely install plumbing fixtures or furniture - for example, in a spacious toilet a sink would not hurt.
- Resistance to water is an extremely important indicator for “wet” rooms. The tiles do not absorb water and will not become moldy. But you need to watch the seams.
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Color variations
The best solution for a small toilet is light colors. All shades of white and beige will visually expand the space and fill it with light. However, not everyone loves such neutral colors. If you want it to be bright even in the bathroom, but do not want to overload the already small space, pay attention to cool shades of blue and green. The colorful turquoise color will perfectly expand the space, and decorative inserts with mosaics will add originality and brightness.
Red lovers should refrain from using such a heavy and rich shade. If you still want red tones, you can choose decorative tiles with scarlet flowers and red borders, which will not only become bright accents, but also increase the space.
The design of tiles for the toilet and bathroom is a limitless space for imagination. You can combine colors, textures and decorative elements to create a unique design just by rearranging the elements.
However, before experimenting with colors and elements of different collections, pay attention to the texture and size of the tiles you like. You can combine decorative tiles of different sizes and textures if you adhere to the main rule: do not overdo it in the pursuit of originality.
For a small bathroom, the optimal solution would be a plain light tile. This will not only fill the space with air and add the coveted spaciousness to it, but will also demonstrate your impeccable style. The best is the enemy of the good, and good design in a small space is achieved through moderation.
1What is important to consider before purchasing?
This is a cold material, even in the warm season it will be unpleasant to stand on it with bare feet. Installing a “warm floor” will solve the problem, but you need to think about this in advance - not all cladding options are comparable to a heating system.
Another possible “surprise” is that the coating does not improve sound insulation, despite its thickness. For these purposes, special materials that absorb sound are used.
The required quantity must be calculated in advance, based on sq.m. bathroom. Separately, you need to calculate wall and floor materials. Much more will be needed on the wall. But it is possible to save money by laying the tiles partially. We'll talk more about this later.
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DIY cladding
To finish the toilet floor with your own hands, you will need: tiles, glue, plastic crosses and wedges. To draw up any clear design idea, it is better to draw out the location of the tiles on a sheet of paper in advance.
Laying begins from the corner farthest from the entrance. The solution is applied using a notched trowel to the floor immediately before laying the tiles. Using a building level, you must ensure that the floor surface is free of distortions and unevenness. Plastic crosses are inserted on all sides of the laid tiles.
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Patchwork
The colors with tacky patterns were very popular a year ago, but recently they have become a little boring. Although, with its help you can add accents and hide uneven seams - the coating is convenient to use for self-installation when you are not sure of the ideal result. And on such a surface, stains from water and soap are less noticeable.
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Patterns
Geometry and patterns in Moroccan aesthetics are what you need to indicate your taste and demonstrate a non-standard approach. Moreover, the East and its manifestations are now in fashion, and geometric patterns have never lost their relevance.
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Custom shape
Hexagons, polygons, rhombuses - the non-standard shape of tiles always attracts attention and makes the interior designer. Even if the owners did not turn to professionals for help.
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How to choose quality tiles?
To ensure that the purchased tiles are ideal for your bathroom and last a long time, you need to immediately pay attention to the following points:
- Plane. Every tile must be perfect. To test this, you simply need to stack two tiles on top of each other. There should be no gaps between them, but a difference of 1 mm is considered acceptable
- Diagonal. Each tile must be completely consistent with the others diagonally. To do this, use a tape measure. There should be no difference between the tiles at all; no deviations are allowed, otherwise the line will “move” when laying.
- Glaze. Even if you choose matte tiles, you need to check the quality of the top layer. To do this, look at the tile against the light: if there are cracks on the surface, it is not suitable for you.
Important! When choosing tiles from different collections, be sure to measure them and check the ratio of the diagonals. The same applies to decorative elements.
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Design tips
To choose the right tiles for a small bathroom, you can seek the experience of famous designers. Here's what the professionals advise:
- To create a high ceiling, use vertical placement of elements, and place all decorative inserts at eye level
- Another way to visually stretch the space is to use borders not horizontally, but vertically
- If the room is narrow, use mosaics or other small elements in the decor
- Cool neutral colors are great for bathrooms
- In a small toilet, use a diagonal layout of floor tiles - this will visually expand the space
- When cladding narrow walls, use a horizontal orientation
Advice:
if the toilet space requires expansion both vertically and horizontally, combine options: use a diagonal layout on the floor and place small decorative elements at eye level.
Does it make sense to use
Ceramic tiles have remained the most popular type of toilet finishing for many years. This is explained by its properties. Practicality, ease of maintenance, durability determine the buyer’s choice. In addition, this material is environmentally friendly, economical and provides a lot of possibilities for decorating a restroom. A huge selection of tiles allows you to choose the right material for a specific room and make gray walls bright and attractive.
Decorating a toilet is extremely important for many owners:
- it is necessary to make it comfortable;
- fit into the overall style of the apartment;
- when combining a bath with a toilet, the repair work will increase, but even if you use only tiles, the result will look decent.
In addition, ceramics in the toilet will eliminate a lot of inconvenience:
- protection of walls and floors from moisture during drainage;
- preventing water from leaking to neighbors when the toilet is clogged;
- no release of harmful compounds;
- fire resistance;
- resistance to mechanical and chemical influences;
- quick installation.
