Tile - perhaps the most ancient finishing material. This is claimed by archaeologists who find its fragments on the territory of Ancient Egypt.
Today it is impossible to imagine a modern apartment in which this eternally young finishing material would not be used. Bathroom, hallway, kitchen - in all these rooms, tile looks very organic and stylish. Especially firmly she settled in the first. This is not at all surprising. What other material can be so hygienic, environmentally friendly and user-friendly?
Bathroom tiles can be wall, floor, versatile and decorative. It must be remembered that this coating intended for other rooms cannot be used. The reason is that other types of tiles may not withstand high humidity and temperature changes. Attention should be paid to the choice of floor material. Its thickness cannot be less than 9-12 mm. It must be especially resistant to chemical and other reagents, moisture. In addition, bathroom floor tiles should not slip when wet. All these requirements are metporcelain stoneware produced using a special modern technology.
Bathroom tile today is represented by a huge assortment. Choosing her
color, pattern, quality depends on the predilections of the owner of the premises. There are general recommendations from well-known designers regarding the shade of bathroom tiles. Traditionally it is blue, pink and beige. However, the choice is definitely yours. Remember that too bright colors will make a small room even smaller.
Tiles for the bathroom are selected taking into account not only the color, but also its size. The rule is quite simple: the larger the area of the room, the larger the tiles can be used.
Currently, there are ways to design a bathroom that have become traditional. For example, the use of a facing material that imitates natural materials: stone, wood, marble.
Quite often, bathroom tiles are chosen with a slightly rough and irregular surface. When the seams are rubbed, they become uneven, which gives it a very original look.
Tube tiles deserve special attention, on which various images are applied with photographic accuracy. This type of coating is called "phototile". Its theme can be very diverse: exotic beaches, waterfalls, marine themes.
In recent years, almost all domestic and foreign manufacturers produce tiles in collections. It is very comfortable. Bathroom tiles, photo collections of which you can see in the catalog of any major manufacturer, are perfectly combined in color and texture. Usually such sets are united by a single theme and pattern.
In recent years, floral-themed tiles have become very popular. Modern digital printing technologies help to make drawings very realistic.
A well-chosen bathroom tile is a great way to turn this space into a relaxing place.
