Clean lines and oversized tiles are the hallmark of the modern bathroom.
Modern, contemporary designs are becoming more frequent in homes. Accordingly, tile manufacturers are embracing these designs and producing a new array of products. These new tiles include textures, sizes and colors that have never been seen in bathroom design before. The result is a modern bathroom with both innovation and style.
Think Big
The minimalist look of a modern bathroom can be disrupted by too many grout lines on the floor and walls. To combat this, use a large format tile. Large format tiles are available in sizes up to 16-by-36-inches in a wide variety of colors and styles.
Use two different colors or shapes to separate the walls and floor, while keeping the lines of both areas clean. Oversized rectangular tiles on the walls work well with smaller rectangular accents, while oversized square tiles cover the floor.
Give it Texture
Tiles that mimic the look of fabric, metal and leather are the perfect complement to the modern bathroom. Use dark-colored textured tiles on the floors and a lighter shade of the same tile on the walls. Change the pattern of the two for additional contrast. Try using a brown "leather" tile on the floor in a 6 by 24-inch plank while the walls are tiled in cream colored "leather" tiles in a larger size. Accent the walls by running a band of the dark tile in two or three places.
Use One Bold Color
Incorporating one bold tile color into the design can make the entire bathroom come alive. New tile colors include true reds and lime greens; use a bright red on the shower floor in an otherwise neutral bathroom for a dramatic contrast. Or inlay brightly colored tiles at random intervals into the walls for small splashes of color all over the room.
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