Large Floor Tiles In Small Bathroom

Here s another optical illusion that can work in your favor.

Large floor tiles in small bathroom.

The light colored tiles help reflect more light and widen the space in a room dominated by dark hues. Installing large bathroom tiles helps the space feel larger than it actually is by having fewer grout lines. Though if you re tiling a closet sized shower a medium size tile such as 4 x 8 and 6 x 8 could work better for the floor larger tiles square hexagon or rectangular with tighter and fewer grout lines can similarly make a room seem more open. To perfect the tiles you need to apply tinted grout because it can match the color of the tiles.

There is a risk smaller tiles might be too busy in a small bathroom but if you have found some tiny tiles you are obsessed with of course you can still use them. Choose neutral colors or all white tiles for a calming effect. Small tiles can make a small bathroom feel busy and crowded but big tiles in a small bath can give it a more spacious feel. Not only can you vary the installation on a diagonal for example but you can also opt for a polished and glossy look that reflects light or a matte effect.

Decorative tile patterns in a small bathroom. 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. Generally interior designers will say that you shouldn t use large tiles such as 60 60 cm or 80 80 cm in a small bathroom as it will make the room look smaller. If you apply white or gray grout you will just create a clear gap between the tiles.

Their grandiosity also gives the bathroom a more luxurious feel and by putting large tiles on the walls they help to make your bathroom look sleeker and reduce cleaning time. Only use light coloured tiles. A horizontal stripe made out of medium tiles at eye level will also give the illusion of wider walls. Especially in a small shower a larger white tile can make it feel less cramped.

Mix up tile patterns. The vivid color and unique pattern contrast with the simple bathtub and wide gray floor tiles which enrich the bathroom style. Square tiles including sizes larger than 4x4 and 6x6 offer design versatility in small bathroom spaces. Continue to 9 of 14 below.