Whether you are doing it yourself, or hiring an expert to
tile your shower cubicle or wet room, there are so many options available. From
materials and colours to textures and patterns, there are literally dozens of
ways you can create a shower or wet room that is unique to your home.
Materials
There are three main types of bathroom floor tiles to choose from. Ceramic is
the most common material used for shower walls. Not only is ceramic water
resistant, it can be dyed almost any colour. These tiles may chip more easily
than those made of other materials. However, they can be easily repaired or
replaced.
Stone can give your shower or wet room a natural, earthy feel while at the same
time a luxurious look. This material normally comes in natural colours and can
be made of granite or marble, among other types of stone. Depending on the type
of stone you choose and how much you need, stone tile can be a more expensive
choice.
Glass is often ideal for mosaic tiles. It comes in so many different shapes,
sizes and colours that the pattern possibilities are almost endless. Glass
tiles can add a punch of colour to a bathroom and create a fun atmosphere.
Colours
Bathroom floor tiles come in almost any colour you can imagine. If you are
matching your bathroom to the design of the rest of your home, you may want to
consider which colours go well with your decor. Natural, subdued colours can
bring a peaceful feel to the room while a few collared details can add
character.
If you opt for brighter colours, you may consider using mosaic tiles to create
a pattern. This can add detail and interest without overwhelming the eye with
too much colour.
Textures
Bathroom floor tiles are usually smooth or only slightly textured. Smooth tiles
have a polished look while textured ones have a more natural feel.
You can add more and stronger textures on a pattern around the top of your wet
room wall. This will add a subtle design and can define the area. The texture you
choose will depend on the overall look of the room. Sometimes a more
exaggerated texture can give a bathroom a more relaxed, natural feel while
softer textures give it a more sophisticated feel.
Patterns
Patterns can be created in your shower cubicle or wet room by alternating
colours or textures. You can go with a geometric pattern that wraps around the
entire wet room, or you can choose to create a mosaic on one wall. Either way,
patterns add interest and personality to a bathroom.
Shower cubicles and wet rooms need to be both practical and comfortable. If you
are adding tile to your shower cubicle or wet room, use the materials, colours,
textures and patterns to create a unique and comfortable space.
