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On the other hand, if your bathroom remodel can be a bit of a splurge, marble is timeless. “Marble never goes out of style,” says Laurie Davis, cofounder of Eralyn Interiors in Palm Beach, who says that carrera or Calacatta marble are popular options. “Every trend can be incorporated to compliment marble,” she adds. For a look at a fraction of the price, porcelain slabs can also be purchased in a large format for a similar wow factor.
What is the best color of tile for a shower?
The color tile you choose largely comes down to personal preference, but common design principals still hold true. White walls and other neutral tones can help make a space feel brighter and more airy, while darker colors, like gray tiles or vivid greens, may make a space feel more cozy. “When a shower appears smaller it’s okay. Showers aren’t generally thought of as large spaces, so making a shower feel spacious shouldn’t be the first priority in design,” explains Chicago-based Heather Mastrangeli of Innovatus Design, which offers virtual design services.
Other places to experiment with shower tile is in guest and kids’ bathrooms. “These are great places to interject personality and really have fun with color and pattern,” Mastrangeli says. You can take the idea to heart by choosing floor tiles, wall tiles, and more that have an unexpected or whimsical tile design or unexpected pops of color with blue tile, green tile, or a combo of colors.
Do small or large tiles make a shower look bigger?
Tile size can be one of the most important decisions homeowners make when designing their space. Small tiles with dark grout will visually make a shower feel smaller, but small tiles with lighter grout may make a shower feel larger, Mastrangeli says. “When more pattern is introduced onto a surface, it will visually make that area appear smaller.” Smaller tiles on the floor are a popular option that can help with slip resistance and create an opportunity for self expression through color.
How a tile looks really depends on the space you have. Homeowners are leaning into the more modern look by using bigger tiles that allow for fewer grout lines. Larger tiles, like a 24″ x 48″ tile, work well in spacious bathrooms because they usually have more square footage and that allows them to show off the tile design, says Kendal Cavalieri of Kendal Cavalieri Design in Buffalo, New York. “Using the same tile in a smaller bathroom will only allow you to use ten or so tiles and will likely make the space feel cramped.”
Though you may want to stick to rectangular or square tiles in a small shower space, consider other shapes to create a sense of grandeur. A hexagon tile is a bold choice, but if you yearn for something a little bit more unique and out-of-the-box, unexpected tile shapes are the way to go. Triangle tiles can add visual interest with a pattern that isn’t too harsh on the eyes, and oval tiles can evoke calmness with their soft edges.
What tile finish is best for shower walls?
The majority of tiles and natural stone slabs are offered in two finishes: honed and polished. Honed tiles have a matte or satin-like finish that makes it less shiny because light is not fully reflected off of it. On the other hand, polished surfaces can appear to be glossy and will reflect light in a more glamourous fashion. Though polished surfaces can have a luxe look on walls, you should avoid polished surfaces for the floor, which can be dangerously slippery when wet.
You can also make a statement with grout. Though it’s often one of the last design choices you’ll make when choosing a bathroom tile, grout shouldn’t be overlooked. If you’re going with a traditional white subway tile, opting for a black grout can help make it look more modern, says interior designer Grey Joyner. She also recommends considering a colored grout for a pop of fun but cautions against ever using white grout. “It’s the hardest color for hiding dirt and unwanted mildew,” she says.
To help you with shower tile ideas, AD found 33 stellar bathroom designs that range from gorgeous mosaic tile accent walls to an eye-catching marble shower to whimsical color palettes. Whether you’re ready to DIY it or call in a contractor, we guarantee you’ll be floored by these shower walls.
