Effective bathroom tiling options

When you want to create a bathroom that is truly your own, you should consider adding some personality and character through your tiling choices. But what are the most effective bathroom tiling options? And how can you make a statement with your bathroom tiling?

So what are the most effective bathroom tiling options?

There are a range of effective tiling options that you can choose for your bathroom space. These can transform the room into a haven of relaxation and rest, or you can use tiles to inject some zest into the space, so you can start the day feeling energised. So what are the options to choose from? And which would be right for your home or property? Well, there are several, including:

• Subway tiles
• Patterned tiles
• Hexagonal tiles

Subway tiles

Subway or metro tiles are rectangular tiles that are twice as long as they are wide. They have long been popular for both kitchens and bathrooms, and are very effective in both traditional and contemporary properties alike. There are a number of different ways to install subway tiles for different effects, including:

• Vertical subway tiles
• Herringbone subway tiles

Vertical subway tiles in the bathroom

There are several things to consider when tiling your bathroom with vertical subway tiles. These include:

• Making a tiling feature- you can use vertical subway tiles to create an attractive bathroom feature wall, shower enclosure feature, or stunning splash back. You could consider:
  • using a contrasting grout colour to really make the shape and style stand out
  • using alternating colour combinations or contrasting colours like black and white
• Adding border tiles- using vertical subway tiles all around your bathroom can allow you to also add vertical border tiles too. These can fit seamlessly with the rest of the tiling in your bathroom, but can also add a unique and personal appeal to your room. You could opt for monochrome colour combination, or complementary colours instead.
• Wall or floor tiling- vertical subway tiles can be used effectively for both wall and floor tiling in any bathroom. The unusual shape and layout can create a striking visual effect.

Herringbone subway tiles

There are a wide range of benefits and advantages to choosing the herringbone tiling layout for your bathroom space. These advantages include:

• Timeless design- the herringbone pattern is created by laying rectangular tiles on an angle to create a zig-zag effect. This has long been popular and it remains just as effective today, as when it was first used. This gives this particular tiling layout a classic and timeless charm that can complement and create a contemporary effect, or a traditional one, depending on the colour, style, texture, and size of the tiles, as well as the rest of the interior design. As a result, when you want to transform your bathroom, you may not even need to change the tiles to do so.
• Versatile design- the reason why this tiling layout is timeless and suitable for both contemporary and traditional spaces is the versatile nature of the design. For example, for a more contemporary feature you could opt for a contrasting grout colour to allow the shape of the tiles to really stand out.
• Visually appealing- the herringbone tiling layout is incredibly visually appealing and draws attention wherever this is used. Whether you apply this tiling layout to the bathroom floor, walls or only in specific areas like the splashback or shower zone, you can be sure to create a visual statement and attract attention.
• Easier to clean- a more practical benefit of this tiling layout is that the tiles will be easier to clean. Because of the angle of the rectangular tiles, dirt and grime are less likely to get trapped in the corners and crevices of the tiles. This makes the herringbone tiling layout a great option for high-traffic areas of the bathroom, such as the floor.

 

Patterned tiles

There are a number of ways to use patterned tiles to create a real feature in your bathroom. Although there are some key decisions you will need to make. These include:

• The colour of your patterned tiles- patterned tiles should fit with the rest of your bathroom style. So whether that’s monochrome, greyscale, or bright bold colours, choose something that will complement your colour scheme, and your style.
• The size of your patterned tiles- Large format tiles generally work well for both large and small bathroom floors, but the pattern can prevent these tiles from making your room look larger. In fact, it can have the opposite effect because of the intricacies of the pattern. As a result, sometimes smaller patterned tiles can be just as effective for bathrooms.
• The layout of your patterned tiles- Patterned tiles can be effective in a range of layouts for the bathroom. From a full patterned floor, to an alternating pattern feature wall, there are a variety of options. Patterned tiles can even be laid out in a checkerboard or diagonal tiling effect, balanced with a plain tile. Alternatively, you could lay the patterned tiles around the edge of the room, as a border.

 

Hexagonal tiles for the bathroom

There are a number of effective ways to use hexagonal wall tiles in the bathroom, to create a stunning visual effect. These include:

• Using hexagonal wall tiles for shower enclosures- if you want your shower enclosure to really stand out from the rest of your bathroom, using hexagonal wall tiles can be a great option. You can opt to contrast these with regular rectangular tiles used throughout the rest of the space, or even simply use a different colour hexagonal tile for the shower itself.
• Use a contrasting grout colour- to really accentuate the shape of the hexagonal tiles you can consider using a contrasting grout colour. This will outline the hexagonal shape of the tile and create a honeycomb tiling pattern across your bathroom walls, which can be incredibly striking. This is also something that can be used effectively in both contemporary and traditional bathroom spaces.
• Creating a feature wall- hexagonal wall tiles can be used to create a stunning feature wall. Whether this features behind the bath, or sink, or an unrelated wall, the hexagonal pattern is sure to draw attention and stand out. To emphasize this, choose a tile colour that is different to the rest of the space, but still complimentary to your design scheme.
• Creating a pattern- by alternating hexagonal tiles of different colours you can create an effective tiling pattern in any space. Try complimentary colours or different shades of the same colour for a subtle outcome, or try bright bold combinations for something more dramatic.

Here at Tiles 2 Go, we are Preston’s leading tiling professionals. We help homeowners and property developers make the right tiling choices, day after day. Why not take a look at our range of tiles online or in store today, here at Tiles 2 Go?