9 Tips for Mixing and Matching Tile Styles
Get acquainted with the basics of combining shapes, colors and finishes for a symphony of tiles
For tile fans such as myself, the more tile, the better. But though I’d happily cover every surface with it, there are certain things to consider when combining tiles of various sizes, shapes and patterns on walls and floors. Because tiling large areas requires a sizable investment, it’s worth getting samples and experimenting with how tiles work together. These nine tips offer guidance on how to combine tiles for the best look.
Merits Design Group, Inc.1. Balance Busy Patterns
Use small statement tiles, such as these small glass tiles, to create a feature on a backsplash or another small area rather than across an entire room. Combine them with large-scale plain tiles and you’ll avoid a design that makes your eyes go funny.
Use small statement tiles, such as these small glass tiles, to create a feature on a backsplash or another small area rather than across an entire room. Combine them with large-scale plain tiles and you’ll avoid a design that makes your eyes go funny.
Tamara Marie Designs2. Pair Pattern With Plain
Restrict your use of patterned tiles to one surface — either the floor or a feature wall. Here, black and white penny tiles laid in a hexagon pattern take center stage, while the white subway shower tiles provide a light-enhancing background.
Restrict your use of patterned tiles to one surface — either the floor or a feature wall. Here, black and white penny tiles laid in a hexagon pattern take center stage, while the white subway shower tiles provide a light-enhancing background.
Touch Interiors by Bronwyn Poole3. Play With Scale
One of the most important tips for mixing tile well is to create balance by combining small- and large-scale patterns. In this bathroom three tile types are combined successfully: tiny hexagonal mosaics on the bath and walls, medium hex tiles on the basin surround and large oblong tiles on the floor. The monochrome palette helps create a harmonious whole.
One of the most important tips for mixing tile well is to create balance by combining small- and large-scale patterns. In this bathroom three tile types are combined successfully: tiny hexagonal mosaics on the bath and walls, medium hex tiles on the basin surround and large oblong tiles on the floor. The monochrome palette helps create a harmonious whole.
Guggenheim Architecture + Design Studio4. Treat Stone as a Neutral
Floor-to-ceiling light blue subway tiles make a statement in this supersize shower. To soften the look and create a cohesive design, pair them with natural gray stone, which adds visual interest with a neutral pattern that doesn’t try to compete.
Floor-to-ceiling light blue subway tiles make a statement in this supersize shower. To soften the look and create a cohesive design, pair them with natural gray stone, which adds visual interest with a neutral pattern that doesn’t try to compete.
Dickey Design5. Combine Matte Finishes
For a bathroom with tactile appeal, choose two types of matte tile and break up large areas with an alternative surface, such as this exposed brick, or with plain painted walls.
For a bathroom with tactile appeal, choose two types of matte tile and break up large areas with an alternative surface, such as this exposed brick, or with plain painted walls.
Coelle Hope6. Juxtapose Matte and Glossy
Get away with combining similar-size tiles and busy patterns by choosing one matte style and one shiny. These high-gloss subway tiles on the vanity wall work beautifully with the matte finish hexagon floor tiles.
Get away with combining similar-size tiles and busy patterns by choosing one matte style and one shiny. These high-gloss subway tiles on the vanity wall work beautifully with the matte finish hexagon floor tiles.
7. Vary Shape, Not Color
For an easy mix that works in any space, take two tile designs in the same color but different shapes and let the grout lines form the pattern.
Here, light brown hexagon floor tiles are an ideal complement to the large-format rectangular shower tiles in the same color.
For an easy mix that works in any space, take two tile designs in the same color but different shapes and let the grout lines form the pattern.
Here, light brown hexagon floor tiles are an ideal complement to the large-format rectangular shower tiles in the same color.
Built By Drew8. Be Consistent With Pattern
Use tiles in different colors and sizes, but keep the shape consistent for a harmonious effect. This bathroom includes oblong tiles in two different colors, but the same brick pattern on each surface creates a visual connection between the planes.
Use tiles in different colors and sizes, but keep the shape consistent for a harmonious effect. This bathroom includes oblong tiles in two different colors, but the same brick pattern on each surface creates a visual connection between the planes.
Capital Mark Interiors LLC9. Limit Your Color Palette
For a bathroom with a lot of different surfaces, minimize competition between patterns by choosing a restricted color palette. With just gray and white throughout, this shower scheme feels elegant and cohesive.
For a bathroom with a lot of different surfaces, minimize competition between patterns by choosing a restricted color palette. With just gray and white throughout, this shower scheme feels elegant and cohesive.
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If you're looking to add a bit of personality to your home, why not mix and match tile styles? It's a great way to create a unique look that reflects your own personal style. Plus, it's a fun way to experiment with different design elements and create a one-of-a-kind space.
ReplyDeleteNot sure where to start? Here are a few tips to help you mix and match tile styles like a pro:
1. Choose a starting point. Pick one tile style that you love and use that as your starting point. From there, you can mix and match other tile styles that complement it.
2. Consider the overall look. When mixing and matching tile styles, it's important to consider the overall look you're going for. Do you want a cohesive look or a more eclectic feel?
3. Create a focal point. Use one of the tile styles as a focal point in your design. This could be a statement piece like a mosaic backsplash or a bold floor tile.
4. Have fun with it! Don't be afraid to experiment with different tile styles. The great thing about mixing and matching is that there are no rules. So have fun and see what you can create! Thank you! You can visit our blog FaucetMeaning