Introduction
Tiles are one of the most popular choices for bathroom flooring because they’re easy to install, look good, and don’t need any upkeep. However when choosing tiles for your bathroom floor or walls it’s important to consider what type of material you’ll use as grout and whether it will stain easily. Here’s some advice on how to choose the best tile for your space:
What to consider when choosing tiles for your bathroom
The first thing you should consider when selecting tiles for your bathroom is their material. While some people prefer ceramic or porcelain, others may be more interested in tile made from stone or slate.
If you have a large space and want to use fewer tiles in it than usual, think about using different materials for different areas of the room. For example, if you have a small tub/shower combo but extra-large shower stall, go with groutless shower flooring instead of traditional ceramic tiles that would take up too much room in this area.
Another option is using patterns on top of existing floors; these can give an interesting look without taking up too much space!
Tiles are available in a wide variety of colors, materials, shapes and sizes.
There are many different types of tiles, shapes, sizes and materials. Tiles can be made from ceramic or porcelain as well as marble and granite. They come in a wide variety of colors including white, black, gray and yellow. They can also be made to match your bathroom’s decorating style or color scheme.
Some styles include:
- Contemporary – vibrant patterns like stripes or dots give this style its modern look
- Traditional – classic designs such as circles make up these patterns
Glazed tiles are the most popular choice for bathrooms. Glazed tiles feature a glass layer which makes them immune to erosion and less porous than unglazed varieties.
Glazed tiles are the most popular choice for bathrooms. Glazed tiles feature a glass layer which makes them immune to erosion and less porous than unglazed varieties. They’re also more durable than unglazed tiles, making them ideal for high-traffic areas such as your bathroom floor or even kitchen countertops.
Glazed tiles are also resistant to stains, mold, and mildew — three things you don’t want in your home!
Unglazed porcelain tiles are suitable for shower stalls, but not recommended for floors.
Unglazed porcelain tiles are suitable for shower stalls, but not recommended for floors. They’re porous and can stain easily, making them less durable than glazed tiles.
Additionally, unglazed porcelain is more fragile than glazed tile—if you drop your unglazed bathroom floor on the wrong angle or accidentally step on it with too much force, it’s likely to crack or break apart (and then there will be another expense).
While this type of tile could work well in a shower stall with no direct contact with water, keep in mind that you’ll need to keep an eye out for moisture seeping out from under doors and windowsills where water may pool up over time due to condensation buildup after baths/showers taken while using the restroom facility; if this happens regularly enough without being addressed by sealing off such areas at regular intervals (for example every two weeks), then consider how much money would go into repairing ceiling cracks caused by moisture damage instead of replacing damaged surfaces right away with new ones made specifically designed after taking care not only how hard they’d fall upon impact but also what kind thereof material they were originally made out of before being casted into shapely molds by skilled craftsmen responsible only themselves–and other factors besides cost must also factor into any decision made concerning purchasing one brand over another.”
Matte glazed tiles are slip resistant and appropriate for flooring.
Matte glazed tiles are slip resistant, appropriate for flooring and more durable than unglazed tiles. Unglazed tiles, on the other hand, are not recommended for use as a flooring surface because they can be scratched or scuffed easily.
Matte glazes offer protection against stains and abrasions that can happen when you walk across your bathroom flooring. They also resist discoloration better than their un-glazed counterparts
When choosing tile color, consider how stained grout will look.
Grout is the material that fills the space between tiles. It’s also used to hide the joints between tiles, but it can be stained and colored.
Grout is made from cement and water, but you can stain or color it yourself with leftover paint from your kitchen or bathroom remodel project. You can also buy premixed grout stains at most home improvement stores.
In addition to covering up imperfections in your flooring materials, grout lines serve another important function: they provide additional strength for your hardwood floors by filling voids between boards (and helping prevent cracks). As such, choosing a high-quality tile with tight-fitting grouts will help protect against damage over time.
The best tile size for a bathroom floor is 1/2- by 1/2-inch mosaic tile. It has the fewest grout lines of any option and smaller tiles fit better around toilet flanges and other curved objects.
The best tile size for a bathroom floor is 1/2- by 1/2-inch mosaic tile. It has the fewest grout lines of any option and smaller tiles fit better around toilet flanges and other curved objects.
If you’re looking to create a minimum of five feet of space, consider using 6×6 inch or 8×8 inch rectangular tiles that can be trimmed to fit around larger areas. These sizes are popular with homeowners who want their bathroom floors to look more modern but still maintain traditional elements such as grout lines or rough texture.
For wall installations, 3- by 6-inch or 4- by 4-inch ceramic tiles are good choices. Shower walls can have larger subway or mosaic tiles as long as they’re easy to clean.
For wall installations, 3- by 6-inch or 4- by 4-inch ceramic tiles are good choices. Shower walls can have larger subway or mosaic tiles as long as they’re easy to clean.
If your bathroom is small, a large rectangular floor tile will cover most of the space. But if you want a more interesting look, try one that’s shaped like an oval or square. You’ll also find some types that are patterned with images of plants and animals on them; these make great accent pieces in small bathrooms where there isn’t much else going on visually but still need something decorative!
Pay attention to pattern matching. In most cases, you’ll want patterns to be continuous on the floor or wall where they’re installed. However some patterns don’t match well on wall or floor surfaces of different sizes and shapes (such as the front of a bathtub). Make sure that you understand how your chosen tile pattern will look in the space where it’s being installed before you buy it.
Pay attention to pattern matching. In most cases, you’ll want patterns to be continuous on the floor or wall where they’re installed. However some patterns don’t match well on wall or floor surfaces of different sizes and shapes (such as the front of a bathtub). Make sure that you understand how your chosen tile pattern will look in the space where it’s being installed before you buy it.
Don’t forget about how tiles will look together when they’re all laid out together in your bathroom! If two different-sized tiles are used near each other, for example, this can create an uneven look that isn’t pleasing to look at.
Conclusion
Choosing the right tile for your bathroom is a big decision and can be overwhelming. However, if you take the time to consider what type of tile best suits your needs, determine which pattern(s) look best together in the space where it will be installed, and get multiple estimates from professionals before making a final decision about which product or company to choose for your project—you’ll find that it’s much less stressful than you might expect!
