Thanks to the wide range of colors and designs available today, it is easy to find tiles that visually expand small spaces thanks to the wide range of colors and designs available today. You can choose from large or small tiles. However, tile installation can be expensive in both labor and materials. Planning carefully when choosing the right tile for your small bathroom is important. It is not an easy project, but it can be rewarding if you’re patient and diligent. To avoid costly mistakes, make sure you follow these guidelines before you buy any materials.

Measure the Space Carefully

It is essential to measure accurately for any project of tiling in auckland. Particularly in a cramped bathroom. Making mistakes can result in a lot of design problems. To calculate the tiles needed to cover floors or walls, multiply your area by its width. This will give you the square footage. You will then need to add additional footage to account for waste. You will need to add 15 percent (or more if the space has many corners or a diagonal layout), of the square footage. Before ordering, double-check your numbers.

Do not Skimp when Buying Tiles

Why waste so much tile? It can be frustrating to run out of materials for any job. It’s bad enough to stop halfway through a job to regroup, but in a worse case scenario, you might discover that the store has run out of your specific tiles. To avoid miscalculations, breaks, or cutting off the right size tiles, order 15-20 percent more than what you are likely to use. You should also keep spare tiles in case any tiles crack or become damaged. You can check to see if the retailer offers refunds on unopened boxes or tiles that are not used. Or, you can think of projects that could be made with the spares.

Think Small Scale

Mosaic tiles can visually expand the space and give it the professional spa feel. One-inch tiles can be used on floors, walls, shower enclosures, ceilings and walls. This trick tricks the brain into believing that the space is bigger because of the number of square or round tiles. Glass is a good option when choosing mosaic tile among the many styles and colors available. Glass mosaics reflect light, creating the illusion of a larger space.

Don’t Underestimate Large Tiles

This does not suggest that large tiles can’t be incorporated into a small bathroom. It’s quite the opposite! Large tiles can make a small space seem larger than it is, just like the 1-inch tiles. This is how it works: When large tiles are placed in smaller spaces, our brain associates them with larger spaces. Therefore, we mistakenly believe that the room is larger. Consider extending the tiles to the height of a chair rail if you are ready to use a large tile treatment on your floors.

Keep it Simple

Small bathrooms can feel crowded if you use a lot of colors or have bold patterns. The tiny space will appear larger if the walls and floors are a single, light color. You can choose soft-hued colors with various shades, but they should be a few shades lighter than one another. Also, smaller-scale designs will work well in a small space.

Do not Skimp on the Preparation

Make sure the surface you are working on is smooth, flat, and solid. Soft floors can cause tiles to crack, loosen or become loose. Uneven walls can allow moisture to enter tiles and cause them to fall off. This is not what you want after a hard labor-intensive project. Be sure to sand any uneven surfaces and remove all wallpaper before applying tiles.

Do Place Tiles in a Diagonal Design

Another optical illusion that could work in your favor is the diagonal pattern of tiles across the floor. This can make a small bathroom appear larger than it is. This layout emphasizes both the width and length simultaneously. Intrigued? You might be intrigued by diagonal tile patterns. To create a scaled floor plan, use graph paper. Installation is easy after measuring and marking the floor.

Do not Use Shiny tiles on a Floor

Shiny tiles and polished stones can look great in bathrooms, but they are not recommended for flooring. These surfaces can feel slippery due to their sheen. You have the advantage of tiles being rated according to slip resistance. This lets you know exactly what is wherein to minimize your risk of falling. Before you buy, check with your retailer to ensure that the tile is appropriate for your purpose.