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Mosaic tiles can completely change
the look of any room and quickly add a sense of flair and charm to a kitchen or
bathroom. But before picking the right set of tiles, you have to consider a few
things to make sure that they will complement the room they’re intended for.
Here are some of the things you should consider before choosing your mosaic tiles.
Choose
the Colours Wisely
The colour you’re going to choose
for the mosaic will depend on what effect you’re aiming for. When picking your
colours, make sure that the tiles coordinate with the whole room, not just a
wall or a random tile wall in the bathroom for instance. If you want to make a
room seem larger and brighter, go for tiles that will be light and vibrant. How
reflective the tiles need to be will depend on how much natural light fills the
room.
Try
to Push Boundaries
Mosaic tiles come in a wide variety
of styles, shapes, materials, and finish these days. Try to go for something
more original and don’t be afraid to push boundaries. Try to look at options
that would be considered unusual for the room you’re thinking of installing
them in. This will create a much more dramatic effect and make the room stand
out even more.
Quality
is Not an Option
If you’re going to go for mosaic,
you cannot afford to skimp on quality. If you think buying cheap tiles will
allow you to save, be aware that they are much less durable and will need to be
replaced much sooner. This is especially true for floor tiles in rooms that see
a lot of traffic, like the kitchen for instance. So that’s
definitely somewhere you’ll have to go for quality if you want something that
will look good for a long time.
Don’t
Forget the Grout and Adhesive
Picking the right grout and adhesive is
also very important. The adhesive will be responsible for keeping the tiles in
place whether on the floor or a wall and the grout will be used to fill the
gaps and make the floor look nice and neat. So, make sure you pick high quality
grout and adhesive if you want a durable job with a nice finish.
Structure
a Plan
Before you start any work and pick
which tiles will be needed, make sure that you put an actual plan together.
Know which textures, material, surfaces, and colours will be needed for the particular
room where they will be installed. You should also make sure that you buy more
tiles than is actually needed; about 10% more. This will give you more room in
case some of the tiles break or if you need to do some cutting.
You also have to make sure that the
tiles you pick will be functional. Glossy tiles on a bathroom floor might be a
nightmare when wet. On the other hand, glossy tiles on bathroom walls retain
less moisture and are much easier to clean, so make sure you take that into
consideration when picking the tiles.
The
right mosaic tiles can turn any floor or wall from ordinary to a true design
piece, so make sure that you choose wisely and take your time to invest in the
best tiles possible for your space.