Top 5 Emerging Trends for Bathroom Tiles
Stay ahead of the tile style curve with an inside look at what's making a splash in bathrooms
The tiles you choose in your next bathroom renovation will determine the difference between an ordinary makeover and an extraordinary one. Tiles have come a long way in recent years, and are no longer seen as just a practical necessity to waterproof walls and floors; they now play a major decorative role in highlighting the bathroom’s unique style and personality. With this added pressure, the task of selecting tiles can be daunting. Read on as we identify the top tile trends that will take the world by storm in 2016 and create some head-turning impact in your next bathroom renovation.
Concrete tiles on floors and walls create an impressive backdrop to your bathroom’s fittings and fixtures. Team with natural timbers or stone and you have a timeless look that you’ll enjoy for many years to come.
2. Chevron/herringbone tiles
It’s hard to beat the sophisticated beauty of this age-old pattern, and as 2016 marches on we will see an increase of new designs, textured surfaces, warm shades and textile-inspired patterns. Tile technology is advancing at speed to the point that porcelains are now able to simulate natural stones and timber with ease. This opens up new opportunities for design and visual impact in chevron and herringbone arrangements.
It’s hard to beat the sophisticated beauty of this age-old pattern, and as 2016 marches on we will see an increase of new designs, textured surfaces, warm shades and textile-inspired patterns. Tile technology is advancing at speed to the point that porcelains are now able to simulate natural stones and timber with ease. This opens up new opportunities for design and visual impact in chevron and herringbone arrangements.
3. Pattern
Patterned tiles are starting to reign supreme, as we witness bathrooms being draped in interesting decorative patterns and motifs on floors and walls. Dare to do the same in your bathroom and you’ll add a serious dose of style and personality to the space.
Patterned tiles are starting to reign supreme, as we witness bathrooms being draped in interesting decorative patterns and motifs on floors and walls. Dare to do the same in your bathroom and you’ll add a serious dose of style and personality to the space.
Due to their continued and intense level of popularity, 2016 will see new and dynamic designs evolve, creating serious visual impact to wall and floor surfaces in bathrooms.
4. 3D tiles
European manufacturers will continue to push the boundaries of design this year, and experiment with tiles that look like they are literally jumping off the walls. Surfaces come to life with 3D tiles, as new styles, colours, patterns and dimensions wow our senses.
European manufacturers will continue to push the boundaries of design this year, and experiment with tiles that look like they are literally jumping off the walls. Surfaces come to life with 3D tiles, as new styles, colours, patterns and dimensions wow our senses.
The beauty of this style of tile is that it is irresistibly tactile and creates a look that is new to the industry. We have seen interesting textures and patterns in the past, but the 3D trend will rise in popularity in 2016 and pave the way for extraordinary designs that have not been seen before in this medium.
5. Brick
The lovely look of exposed brickwork can be a striking feature inside the home, enhancing both modern and classic styles. The raw and rustic characteristics add an abundance of personality, but until now, using the real thing in wet spaces presented an array of maintenance and cleaning difficulties. Porcelain tile that perfectly emulates exposed brickwork has just hit the scene, and has caused a major stir in the industry as it offers an solution to this problem.
New possibilities and applications are now on offer and can be used in all spaces of the home – including wet areas. Before the year is out, we’ll see further new and exciting designs and textures that not only accurately simulate attractive yet impractical materials, but will be cleverly used inside the home in new ways.
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The lovely look of exposed brickwork can be a striking feature inside the home, enhancing both modern and classic styles. The raw and rustic characteristics add an abundance of personality, but until now, using the real thing in wet spaces presented an array of maintenance and cleaning difficulties. Porcelain tile that perfectly emulates exposed brickwork has just hit the scene, and has caused a major stir in the industry as it offers an solution to this problem.
New possibilities and applications are now on offer and can be used in all spaces of the home – including wet areas. Before the year is out, we’ll see further new and exciting designs and textures that not only accurately simulate attractive yet impractical materials, but will be cleverly used inside the home in new ways.
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What are your thoughts on the emerging tile trends hitting our homes? Tell us in the Comments below.
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With their industrial style, subtle textural movements and edgy greyscale tones, concrete tiles stand strong in their understated sophistication. This year, the look will increasingly gain momentum as new textures, patterns and interesting tactile surfaces hit our shores.