The bathroom, like any other space in the house, can be both stylish and elegant at the same time. It establishes the atmosphere of the room and sets the tone for the rest of the house. As showering is one therapeutic way of unwinding after a long day and getting freshen up in the morning, its decor should be calming but not boring. One is bound to get confused due to an array of options available. Bathroom tiles can be chosen based on a variety of factors, including material, finish, colour, texture, pattern, and size.
Renovating and re-designing a particular space is not an easy decision to make, but once you decide to pull the plug, it’s always better to have some homework done. It is very important to research and understand your space before you get on with all the tile hunting, selection, and steps that follow.
In this blog, we’ll talk about some of the factors that you should definitely pay utmost attention to when it comes to preparing for the redesign of your space.
- Plan it all out
Planning is very important. You cannot just think one moment that you want to renovate your bathroom and go tile hunting the next day. List down all the things you want your bathroom to have. Always be clear in your head about how you want your bathroom to look before starting the work towards redesigning it. Plan the shower space, the shade of your tiles, the pattern, the vibes you want your space to give out, etc. Once you’ll be done with this, the decision that’ll follow will become easy to take. This will make the process quick, convenient, and hassle-free. - Double-check the tile size
One of the biggest mistakes that one can commit is in the department of sizing the tiles. There are two basic rules when it comes to sizing of the tile--never go true to size and always buy extra.
The most common tile layout mistake is presuming a 12-inch by 24-inch tile is actually 12 inches by 24 inches. The majority of tile is supplied in European sizes, which are 30 centimeters by 60 centimeters. As the grout joint is included in this measurement, your tile is approximately closer to 11 3/8 inches.
- Lay your tile from the ceiling down
Lay out your tile pattern from the beginning so that the metered pieces begin exactly on a grout joint. It's easier to get the tile pattern right if you start with the finished ceiling heights. Before waterproofing, the design is generally drawn on the wallboard to ensure that the layout is correct. Now is a good opportunity to replace any wall studs that are preventing the plumbing fittings from being installed where you want them.
For a flowing effect, when dealing with a linear drain with a tile insert, your grout joints should run through the drain. A good tile setter mixes the tile inventory and changes the veining or grain of a tile.
- Add Some Extra Grip
To enhance extra safety and prevent slipping, use anti-slip tiles beside bathtubs and shower facilities. There are many anti-slip floor tiles to pick from at Orientbell. From beautiful clay tiles to realistic stone impression tiles to dramatic and eye-catching wood effect designs, they have it all! You won't have to worry about your loved ones getting in and out of the tub or shower this way. - Waterproof adhesive and grout
It's critical to utilize water-resistant adhesive and grout for tiling areas that will be exposed to water, such as the wall space next to your shower. This will help in preventing the moisture from seeping underneath. - Tiling around toilets and basins
When tiling a bathroom, you'll inevitably come across a toilet or a basin. Rather than trying to lay your cut pieces first, tile up to these challenging areas using full tiles. As many as whole tiles are possible should be placed around the toilet and sink. Allow them to set before moving on to your cut pieces. It will make shaping the cut pieces a lot easier.
Happy Tiling!!
