Tiled bathroom design

Everyone who decided to make repairs in the bathroom needs to choose the right material that will serve as the wall and floor cladding of this room. Going through a lot of options, one should take into account the special conditions of the bathroom and the practicality of the selected material. We want to offer you to design a bathroom with a modern mosaic, which is so loved by many users and simply connoisseurs of good taste. It is quite simple to look after it, and the small size of the details will add some piquancy to the room, creating the illusion of a single picture made of many elements. If you want to use this method of facing, then this article is for you. Let's take a closer look at the design of the bathroom with mosaics and tiles.

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Mosaic Material

Mosaic tiles are quite widely represented in the modern market of goods and services. It is made from the following materials.

Wood

This kind of mosaic exists if you did not know. It is used less often than all others because of the characteristics of wood, since such material must be treated with special compounds that protect the surface from rotting, mold, fungus and deterioration of appearance.

But if everything is done correctly, then such a mosaic will look very unusual and cozy at home.

Important! For the production of this type of mosaic, the following types of wood are used: beech, oak, wenge, cedar, oak and mahogany.

A natural stone

This type of mosaic most often lay the floor in the bathroom, but the walls can also be made if desired. Everyone knows that natural stone is a very durable material with increased resistance to even the most severe mechanical damage. This is one of the most durable facing materials.

Important! For the production of such mosaics, granite, marble, onyx and jasper are most often used - whoever likes it. Do not forget to take into account the important point that the cost of such a mosaic will be quite high.

The stone mosaic in the bathroom looks simply gorgeous and very expensive. But if you used a dark stone to wall or floor, then think in advance about the appropriate lighting, able to show the stone in all its glory.

Ceramics

This is the most common option for an inexpensive ceramic coating. The main advantage of such a mosaic is a huge selection of colors, shades and even textures of the finishing material. Many people choose just such a material, since the ceramic coating is very easy to care for and it is not at all capricious to use. With the help of such a mosaic, any artwork will be performed with particular accuracy.

Glass

Such material is easy enough to care for. In addition, glass has increased resistance to temperature extremes and high humidity, it does not absorb moisture at all, which is important for the bathroom.

Metal

This type of facing material can be found much less often, like wooden mosaic. But it is metal tile that looks especially attractive.

There is a big drawback - the fear of high humidity, as a result of which the tile can lose its aesthetic properties and finally deteriorate.

Important! We recommend giving preference to stainless mosaic so as not to worry about the safety of this type of finish.

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Advantages and disadvantages

Any material has both positive and negative sides. Let's look at them in more detail regarding the design of the bathroom with mosaics and tiles.

Pros:

• Environmental Safety.
• Small size
• Reliability.
• Strength.
• Durability.
• Shine.
• Easy to clean.
• Resistance to mechanical damage.
• Lack of reactions to temperature fluctuations.
• Does not absorb liquid.
• Large selection of workmanship.
• A variety of shapes, colors and shades.
• Color resistance to fading under the influence of sunlight.
• The possibility of applying to an uneven surface, creating complex shapes, facing complex structures.
• Ability to create drawings, ornaments and even complex artwork.
• It is easily glued to different surfaces - concrete, wood, metal, plastered.

In short, the mosaic has a large list of advantages that push the potential buyer to purchase this material. Yes, that's right, sometimes this facing material simply has no equal.

Minuses

Any material has no advantages without significant disadvantages. There are not many of them, but still they are:

• High price.
• Complicated installation.
• Fragility.
• In some species, a rather slippery surface.

Important! We want to note that despite the high cost, this type of facing coating will justify the costs and will serve you for many years. From an economic point of view, the option of decorating a bathroom with a mosaic is a profitable investment.

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Installation Features

Mosaic tiles are not as easy to install as it seems at first glance. There is a special laying technique and gluing features, which we will talk about now.

Methods of installing mosaic tiles:

• Installation of mosaic tiles is carried out in accordance with your design preferences. Chips can be square, triangular or rectangular.
• You can buy ready-made chips or make them with your own hands, splitting the tile into small components.

Important! There are a lot of mosaic mounting methods, but often they are all designed to use standard chips of certain sizes. If you plan to mosaic an art picture, do not be afraid to use all your creative imagination by applying a completely new layout of the tile.

The list of the main methods for applying tiles:

• Grid. This option involves the use of square details, similar in color shades. Installation is carried out only in this order - vertically and horizontally.
• Diagonal. In this installation method, the chips are glued at an angle of 45 degrees. This type of diagonal installation can visually increase the space of the bathroom.
• Chess. The installation uses two contrasting colors that are glued in a checkerboard pattern.
• Parquet Christmas tree. Two types of chips are used in this technique: rectangular and square. Tiles of a rectangular shape are mounted with an offset, and square ones - complement the picture.
• Rushing apart. In this case, the next horizontal row is shifted parallel to the previous one by half the size of each going chip.

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How to glue a mosaic?

What method of mosaic facing you would not choose, even the most expensive will not be able to decorate the bathroom, if the sequence and correctness of the technology is broken.

After preparing the surface for the tile, you can begin gluing:

• It is necessary to stock up not only with mosaic and glue, but also with a special spatula. Choose it based on the size of the tiles used. The tool should have fairly large teeth for the correct location of the material on the surface.
• Just before the tile is glued, you need to make markings at the location of the mosaic picture.After that, you can safely apply glue to the part with which you want to start.

Important! Do not apply glue immediately to the entire surface, as it will dry quickly and you will have to apply it again. Apply it in small portions only to the part that you will use right now.

• You should start work from the right corner (for lefties - from the left). After the lines are straight and glue is applied to the surface, you can begin to apply mosaic elements.

Important! When gluing the mosaic, make sure that the glue does not get on the front of the tile. If this still happened, then you need to remove the still wet glue with a sponge.

• After the glue has completely dried, you can start grouting the lines between the mosaic, which is done in this order: first along horizontal lines, and then after along vertical lines. Before,. how to start processing seams, do not forget to remove the protective mesh or paper from the material itself.

Important! Grouting is necessary only after the adhesive base has dried. Otherwise, the elements may move, as a result of which the whole image will float.

• The bathroom can be used two weeks after gluing the mosaic pattern. To preserve the brightness of the color and extend the life of the mosaic, you need to think about a ventilation system in advance.

Important! We recommend treating the seams with a special substance every 6 months to prevent mold and mildew.

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Bathroom - Tiled Mosaic Design

Mosaics can decorate the entire bathroom: walls, floor, ceiling and even a bath and sink. In addition to the complete design of the bathroom, you can make certain accents. This is great for those who do not want to radically change everything, but just replace the old tile. For example, the use of colored mosaics on one wall will be the highlight of your bathroom. Selected mosaic bathroom design - it is up to you.

So, let’s take a closer look at the mosaic design options:

• Tiled carpet. If you want something unique, then such a mosaic rug will be your salvation. This design plays a more decorative role. So, it is possible to lay out only a border with mosaics, and for other surfaces use ordinary ceramic tiles.
• Shower room. Mosaic on the floor and on the walls of the shower cabin is very effective, of course, if the material of this design allows it. The main thing here is to wipe the tiles after each bath.
• Dressing table. This design of a bathroom with a mosaic is suitable for those people who have a small dressing table combined with a sink in the bathroom.

Important! This option is especially relevant for the old style in the interior decoration of the bathroom.

• Image of flowers. Bright floral mosaic pattern has always been and will be in trend. The design of the bathroom in this design will significantly enliven the space, adding a touch of freshness and romance.
• Marine subjects. Probably the most popular type of mosaic. Most often, tiles of different materials are used, for example, tiles and small pebbles of turquoise color. And decorating the mirror with shells will perfectly complete this composition.
• Abstraction. Such a performance does not have to be bright and colorful, since even a gray-blue pattern on a white background creates a pleasant atmosphere of lightness and freshness. In such a room you can feel the aroma of a frosty winter morning. If the bathroom is decorated in oriental style, bright colors will be very welcome.

Important! When focusing on abstraction, don't forget that the design of a mosaic bathroom is a way to attract attention to a specific part of the surface. It is the selection of individual mosaic plots that makes this design unique.

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Features of the choice:

• Try to choose a mosaic from one series so that the final result is equally designed, and does not vary in color or shade.
• If you have a small bathroom, we recommend using 2 shades of mosaics.Darker colors should be glued at the bottom and finished with the application of light fragments on the ceiling. This design will slightly increase the space of an oversized room.
• Before purchasing a mosaic, you need to determine the size of the bathroom, the color scheme and dimensions, since it is these moments that will affect the number of tiles.

Important! In any case, take the mosaic with a margin so that you do not later look for one that may not be on sale soon.

• Pay attention to the sort of mosaic. The first grade of tile is considered to be the best - it is quite durable and durable. The packaging of this grade will show a red coding. The second grade is indicated in blue and the third in green.

Important! If on the packaging you find an image with a bulb, then this means that this type of mosaic tile is resistant to aggressive environments.

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Repairing a bathroom with mosaic is a rather interesting creative process. If you study the features of each tile correctly and listen to our advice, then we have no doubt that you will make the right choice. After all, it is in this room that everyone wants to relax at least a little after a hard working day. Mosaic tiles will be a great solution for absolutely everyone. Be sure to treat yourself to such a pleasure!