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Design Ideas for Bathroom Tiles


by DoItYourself Staff

Thanks to the great variety of shapes, sizes, styles, colors, looks and cuts, bathroom tiles offer endless design opportunities. These tiles can be very small to very large, and they can be uniquely designed to create an amazing bathroom.

Micro Tiles

One idea to consider is the micro tile. These tile are very small, and can used anywhere in your bathroom. Although, you may wnat to avoid the on the floor as it would be a lot of work to keep them clean. Micro tiles can be used as a backsplash behind your sink or even a backsplash behind your tub. Micro tiles are classy and contemporary and come in a range of styles and colors. Showers are also made out of these micro tiles and it looks outstanding. This process does take a little longer than using larger tiles but, the micro tiles look outstanding. These tiles come in clear too and they look phenomenal in your bathroom, especially for use on your bathroom counters.

Large Tiles

From one extreme to the next, you could go with the extra large tiles. These tiles can be put down pretty fast, as they are bigger and cover more space. These tiles are used mainly on the floors of the bathroom, but you can use them in the shower too. They come in a range of styles as well but, if you are using these as floor tiles you will need to make sure they are not too slippery. These tiles can be purchased in a matte, non-slick surface, which is what you'll want if you decide to use these tiles on the floor. Taking larger tiles and mixing them with smaller ones can also create a very nice pattern and unique look. Where the creases of the tiles mix you can add micro tiles in a pattern and it is sure to create a stunning look for your bathroom floor.

Custom Shaped Tiles

There are tiles that you can get for your bathroom that are octagon shaped, brick shaped, and custom shaped. Depending on your needs you can have tile cut out to the shape that you need it. A very popular design in bathroom tiles is to have it shaped like stone and put on the walls in the bathroom. This will turn a very boring bathroom into a very classy bathroom in no time at all. These stone shaped tiles can be used around your bath tub as well for some elegance. These tiles look very elegant and are sure to bring out your bathroom.

Be Creative

Bathroom tiles are very unique and different. They can be shaped however you need them and they can make outstanding masterpiece in your bathroom. Designing these tiles is all about pattern, technique, and uniqueness. Draw your ideas down on paper before you go to look at bathroom tile and this will help you to know exactly what you are looking for when you get to the store. Bathroom tiles are very popular and will be used for years to come.

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