The tile industry has become very creative at making new products in porcelain, glass, or metal that can withstand the moisture of a bathroom while offering a great new updated look to the space. We aren't limited to glossy ceramic tiles...the options are endless.
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| Porcelain Wood Look Tile as Corner Accent in Shower |
Wood look tiles are great option for bathroom floors, sometimes you will find natural wood flooring in the bathrooms of older homes. You can apply that look with a porcelain tile and not have to worry about the maintenance of wood floors and the damage that can be caused by the humidity in bathrooms. The wood tiles are not only a great design option for bathroom floors, but for shower walls or wainscoting as well.
Glass tiles are a way to give your walls or even your floors a luminescent, spa-like look. Glass mosaic and larger glass tiles can be used as backsplashes, accents on your floor, shower floors, accents on the wall, or used as a whole shower. How much or how little you want to use depends on your style and your budget. Large format glass tiles like Original Style Glass Works 12"x24" tiles offer a range of colors and styles creating an eye catching design.
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| Original Style Aurora Borealis 12"x24" Glass Tile Accent Wall |
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| Lunada Bay Sumi-e Hokkaido Natural Brick Mosaic |
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| Original Style Valen Stainless/Stone/Glass Mosaic |
Another current trend is metal tiles, from stainless steel to antiqued copper. You can find a variety of sizes and colors in metal mosaics, decoratives, or larger field tiles. When using metal tiles in a bathroom you need to be aware of the manufacturer's recommendations. Most metals will naturally patina causing them to turn a darker shade or rust. It takes years and years for copper to turn green, but without the proper maintenance you may end up with a look you weren't anticipating. When use properly, metal mosaics offer a great design element in the space that can go from ultra modern to rustic.
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