Today, glass tiles are in great demand. Its scope usually extends to bathrooms and kitchens. This material is popular due to its pleasant prices, large selection and aesthetics. The product can give your home a unique originality and beauty.
Features
This facing material is made of grated glass with the addition of binding mixtures and dyes.
This tile has a number of distinctive characteristics:
- Long service life. In this, glass tiles are in no way inferior to ceramic and glass-ceramic products, since such a material does not have the detrimental effect of alkalis and acids.
- The product is not subject to rapid aging. The pattern is applied to the back, which allows you to maintain bright colors over time.
- Material is not subject to strong pollution. You can avoid mold and mildew without spending significant effort on cleaning the product.
- A wide selection of color palettes, various patterns and images. An excellent combination of glass with other materials allows you to design an interior for every taste.
- Lightweight styling. Unlike most types of tiles, glass is easy enough to lay on your own.
- Excellent percentage of light reflection. Due to this, the tile visually increases the space and makes it brighter. Thanks to these properties, the material is perfect for decorating kitchens and bathrooms of a small area.
- The material is not affected by high humidity and chemicals. Neither specialized detergents, nor time, nor sunlight have a significant effect on it.
- The tile is perfect for decorating rooms with a low ceiling, visually stretching the room.
- The product is resistant to moisture, which makes it a suitable material for bathrooms and kitchens.
- If you decide that there should be a lot of light in your bathroom, you can not worry about maintaining the proper appearance of your tile. The material does not fade and remains bright.
- Tile care does not require special tools and certain cleaning techniques.
- One of the most significant features is safety. You will not get injured even by breaking the tiles, as the edges of the product will be completely non-sharp. Also on such material the possibility of slipping and getting a bruise is excluded.
- Glass tile is perfect for partial decoration. As mentioned above, the product blends perfectly with other materials.
An important nuance is that glass requires an additional frame to protect it from deformation. Strong impacts can significantly damage the product, forming bumps and chips.
Previously, they were afraid to use glass tiles in most interiors, fearing its supposedly low practicality. Many customers were sure that when exposed to any chemistry, the product would deform and deteriorate. In reality, the glass tile lining is in no way inferior to traditional products in terms of quality.
Usually the biggest concern is the material of which the tile is made. Since glass is pre-crushed, all particles have rounded corners. therefore even with severe damage or spilling of the product, you will not cut yourself. This is especially true for families with children.
Areas of use
This material fits perfectly into any room, whether it be a private house or a public building. Living rooms, halls, commercial premises are decorated with glass, but, without a doubt, the most common area is kitchens and bathrooms.
Modern designers give some practical advice on the use of glass tiles:
- The bathroom should use a diagonal design, creating the illusion of a special depth of the room.
- If the size of the room is very small, the design of the ceiling with glass tiles will do a real miracle, repeatedly increasing the space.
- The same rule applies to small and very elongated corridors - the effect of the increased space will immediately become noticeable.
A little tip for those who want to create a truly magical effect in the corridor: try laying glass tiles only at the beginning on the left side and only at the end on the right side. Thanks to this trick, natural light will be scattered and the room will become very cozy.
Design
As mentioned above, there is a wide variety of tile styles. For example, if you want to add color to the interior, you need to choose the eastern direction with a fancy patterned pattern. For lovers of minimalism, a discreet modernist style, emphasizing modern design and increasing space, is suitable. The Italian direction will give the room a southern flavor, refreshing the room with colorful tiles with bright patterns. The most concise and classic style is the direction of country.
Varieties of tile elements:
- Glass decorator. Among the glass tiles there are enameled products, presented in a small size range. Such details are used to design mosaic fragments or to create panels.
- Glass marble. From the name it becomes clear that such a tile imitates the surface of marble in all kinds of colors - from green to black.
- Stemalite. Enamelled material is stainable. Such products are opaque, and you can cover them with any color you like. In addition, enameled tiles are not subject to destruction at high temperature extremes.
- Penodecor. Facing tile for exterior walls. It has a rough translucent surface.
- Marblit. The luxurious look of the product is especially advantageous in emphasizing dark rooms with spot lighting.
If you want to make your bathroom truly stylish, you should carefully consider the choice of tiles. Glass is perfect for wall and floor cladding.
Products made of translucent or transparent glass will look advantageous, and you can also try an unusual matte finish.
For the kitchen, transparent structures are recommended that look stylish and modern. But this does not mean that the kitchen will be white and faceless. You can choose any color scheme that you like, while the product will not lose its transparency. An apron is usually lined with glass, but recently, more and more often, glass has been used to cover the surfaces of tables, walls and other parts of the kitchen space.
Small additions in the form of glass tiles will help to change the style of the kitchen radically. For example, if you want to revitalize a bright kitchen, but do not want to use too bright accents, a silver tile will be an excellent choice.
Size range
An important role is played by the choice of tile size. The right combination of colors and shapes will allow you to visually increase the space, add light and fully enjoy the aesthetic component. The standard dimensions of the product are 20 * 30 cm. This size is suitable for rooms with a large and medium area.
The larger the room, the less seams will be striking. If you direct the laying of tiles along the length, you can visually stretch the room.
Large tiles can reach a size of 25 * 40 cm. It is advisable to use such products for flooring and only partially for wall decoration.
Small sizes apply to the mosaic. Such elements have low requirements and are suitable for almost any surface. If you use the mosaic wisely, you can visually align the walls and give the interior an additional appeal. From a mosaic you can create a beautiful panel or make an original drawing. However, it is worth remembering that such products can visually reduce space.
To avoid this situation, it is recommended to harmoniously combine the mosaic with standard size tiles.
Stacking
The surface on which the tile will be glued should be perfectly dry, clean, without cracks and chipping. If you are going to glue the product on the ceiling, make sure that it will support the weight of the tile.
An important step is the choice of glue. You can choose a white glue for glass (it is resistant to moisture, applied with a thin layer) or a transparent one-component glue. The latter will not only give a strong fixation, but also improve the appearance of the product. It is not recommended to use mastic, since such a component is prone to yellowing and poorly grasps the material.
First, the adhesive is applied with a spatula directly on the tile with an even and thin layer to avoid uneven drying. Before applying, do not forget to remove the plastic protective sheet from the tile. Adhesive is preferably prepared in portions that must be used within fifteen minutes. After applying the adhesive, press the tile against a clean surface of the wall. Avoid strong pressure. Excess glue is recommended to be removed with a blunt blade.
After gluing, it is not recommended to touch the tile during the day. It is possible to wash the product only after three days.
See how to put glass tiles in the bathroom in the next video.
In order for the tile to serve you for a long time and retain its original appearance for a long time, you need to properly care for it. Do not use products with a high content of phosphoric acid, wax or oils. Neutral detergents are best suited for cleaning such products. If it is nevertheless necessary to tidy up a too neglected tile, then you will have to use a product with the content of the above substances, but at a minimum.
After cleaning, it is recommended to rinse the surface with warm water. Glass with mother of pearl needs special care. Use only specialized tools for this.
Reviews
In user reviews, the positive properties of glass tiles are most often noted. Most buyers purchase products for the combined decoration of the kitchen, bathroom, partitions and arches. The practicality of the tile is particularly notable, namely convenient cleaning, relevance in most interior styles and the ability to create original panels and drawings.
Benefits
Comparing glass tiles with other types of materials used for wall cladding in rooms, we can safely say that it has many significant advantages:
- The first plus of this option is the ability to reflect light. For this reason, glass tiles are often used to visually expand the space in a small room. Often, the material is used to design bathrooms with low ceilings. Thanks to this solution, the height of the walls visually increases. The room doesn’t seem so small, everything in it looks harmonious and compact at the same time.
- Another advantage of glass tiles is their high resistance to moisture. This is an important point in case you decide to use this facing material to decorate the walls in the kitchen or bathroom. Even with prolonged use, the tile does not lose its original properties and appearance.
- In addition, glass surfaces are very cleanable with various household products. When using detergent compositions, the glass does not break, there are no scratches or other defects on it. If you are afraid of such problems, you can choose a tool specifically designed for glass surfaces.
- Another plus of the tile is that it retains its color for a rather long period. This point applies not only to neutral transparent materials, but also to colored surfaces. Often, colored tiles are used to improve the interior. It favorably complements the design, making it more interesting and “lively”.
- Do not forget about the decorative qualities of the material. Most often, glass tiles are specially used in the interior in order to provide a peculiar effect of "luxury".
Disadvantages
Like any facing material, glass tiles have certain disadvantages, which are worth familiarizing with even before the acquisition of the material.
The most important disadvantage is the fragility of the glass. The facing material has low resistance to strong mechanical stress. As for weak strokes, they can leave small scratches and even chips on the tile.
To avoid such problems, experts recommend paying special attention to the correct installation technology. A strong and high-quality base will help to eliminate the occurrence of damage.
Main types
Today, there are several main types of glass tiles. Each of the options has its own individual properties, which are worth a closer look.
- Enameled tile. In the production process of facing products, the firing method is used. Glass undergoes lengthy and thorough processing, after which it is literally baked under the influence of high temperatures. During processing, the material is supplemented with enamel, and all this is fused into a homogeneous mass.
- Marblit. A feature of this type is the use of frosted glass. Also used for manufacturing rolled painted base. The tile has a smooth or embossed texture from the front and small irregularities from the rear. This ensures good adhesion to the surface during installation.
- Stemalitis. For the manufacture of these products, the hardening method is used. This method is somewhat similar to firing, but the difference is that after sintering the material is treated with cold. Thanks to this, the tile acquires high performance.
- Glass ceramic tile. This material is highly resistant to moisture and durability. The advantage of tiles is a wide range of colors.
- Penodecor is one of the unique species. The peculiarity of this tile is that a special color film resembling glass is used for its manufacture. Unlike previous options, this species is highly resistant to low temperatures.
How to choose?
When choosing glass tiles for wall decoration, the first thing to consider is the performance of the material. For example, if you buy this facing option for decorating a kitchen or bathroom, you should ask about the degree of resistance of products to moisture. The durability of the material directly depends on this.
The next thing you should pay attention to is the manufacturer. Choose a quality and reliable material, best represented by a famous brand. In this case, you will be fully confident in the high technical properties of glass tiles.
An important point is the appearance of the material. The tile should harmoniously fit into the interior of the room, complementing it with its unusualness. Particular attention should be paid to colored material. Green, white or amber tiles will become a real decoration in any room.
Decide in advance for what purpose you will use the material. Often glass tiles are used to decorate arches and partitions in the bathroom. Using the material, you can create a kind of apron on the kitchen wall, which will protect the surface from grease and other contaminants.
How to make a space?
There are many ways to create space in a room using glass tiles. In the bathroom, the material is used for wall and floor decoration. For such a room, it is best to choose transparent or translucent surfaces that will create a peculiar atmosphere of lightness. A good choice is a frosted glass tile.
The material in a coffee shade is harmoniously and stylishly combined with various accessories. A soft and unusually gentle tone will decorate the room, help to relax in the bathroom after a hard day. The advantage of this tile is that it does not overload the space, and the area of the room visually increases. As for the use of material in the kitchen space, in this case there are many ways to use it. The most common option is to create an apron. Often glass tiles are used to decorate walls and even ceilings.
For example, an apron on the wall, made in silver, will help to complement the white modern kitchen. This option subtly and favorably emphasizes all the sophistication of the design.
Care Tips and Tricks
To preserve the properties and original appearance of the tile, it is necessary to ensure proper care to the material. Basically, glass options are "unpretentious" in this regard. But for cleaning surfaces it is best to use products designed for this material. In this case, contaminants are eliminated from the surface much faster. In addition, there are no stains on the glass tile.
Particular attention should be paid to cleaning if the facing material is used in the kitchen to design the work area. Fat, constant evaporation, moisture - all this in its own way affect the tile, gradually changing its original appearance for the worse.
Regular care will help prevent contamination. After cooking, it is recommended to wipe the apron with a damp cloth.
Sponge, warm water and special cleaning products will help to eliminate strong pollution.
But do not zealous with cleaning, especially if it comes to white or pearlescent material. With improper care, the glass dims, stains appear on its surface.
In this video you will find a master class on gluing glass tiles.
Glass tile manufacturing technology
The manufacture of the material is carried out from ordinary grated glass, in which binders and various dyes are also widely used. During the production of tiles, glass is rubbed, after which astringents enter it. Then the "semi-finished products" are sent to the form, where dyes are added to their composition.
A good master must wait for the material to cool completely, then to use the product in work of any complexity.
Glass Tile Properties
Currently, glass tile structures make up only 5% of the total market share of finishing materials. In fact, such a tile has many positive characteristics that no material has. Consider the main advantages and disadvantages of this type of finish and evaluate the appropriateness of its use.
Glass tiles blend harmoniously with wood and chrome.
2. Types and types of tiles
There are many varieties of tiles that are used in different interiors. The installation of this decorative material also differs depending on its type. Smooth tile without relief is laid in such a way that its joints are invisible. This allows you to make real mirror paintings from it, which look spectacular in the styles of minimalism and hi-tech.
Faceted tiles help create complex surfaces for palace and classic interiors.
Tile with imitation of a metal surface (bronze, silver, gold) is suitable for all styles. Material with a regular or textured pattern (texture) gives the interior individuality and expressiveness. Tinted mirror tiles have different shades of the surface of the glass or amalgam: smoky gray, white, pink. Mirror mosaic will fit into the styles of art deco and modern.
Also, mirror tiles are classified by their shape, the most common options are: square, triangular, rectangular, hexagonal (honeycomb).
3. Production and specifications
Due to its structural features, mirror tiles are not produced in the same way as ordinary ceramic tiles. In production, large canvases are first taken, which are automatically cut into individual segments of the desired shape and size.
The mirror surface itself is made by jamming. Special crystalline substances are added to the molten glass, which subsequently give the tiled surface a characteristic luster.
After cutting, the material is ground and polished, carefully processing the edges. But sometimes this decorative element is made of polystyrene. In this case, it can be easily cut, dyed or even embossed on its surface. But this material is not environmentally friendly, and the drawings on a reflective surface are made by sandblasting.
The distinctive technical properties of mirror tiles include moisture resistance and environmental friendliness.
4. Interior decoration
Mirror tiles can be used in almost any interior. It is convenient to apply to a wide variety of materials: plastic, metal, ceramics, etc. But when using this decorative element you need to know a sense of proportion. A large number of mirrors and stained glass in the room negatively affect the psychological state of a person.
You can use mirror tiles only on two adjacent surfaces, for example, on the ceiling and one of the walls, but in this case it is better to take materials with different textures or patterns. Spread the ceiling completely with mirrors is not worth it, because a feeling of an inverted room may arise. It is more advisable to draw with this material only part of the ceiling.
So that the light reflected on the surface of the mirrors does not tire the eyes of the beholder, it is better to use lamps with a soft matte glow or LEDs.
4.1 Hallway interior
Reflecting surfaces allow you to visually enlarge a small hallway and harmoniously decorate a large hall. If the apartment has a narrow long corridor, then you do not need to finish both walls with mirrors at once, you should limit yourself to only one plane.
In small hallways, you can lay out part of the wall with this material and hang shades over them. This will make the corridor visually more spacious and comfortable.
In the halls, mosaic tiles look great, effectively decorating one of the walls. Also, mirrors look good in a niche in the hallway. A cabinet is usually placed in it, but if there is no need to install it, this niche can be decorated with mirror tiles with ornaments or bright drawings.
On a tile often depict:
- hieroglyphs
- silhouettes of people, animals and birds,
- flowers
- Eastern ligature.
4.3 Kitchen decoration
Mirror tiles in the post-Soviet kitchen look unexpectedly, although acceptable. This decor item is not only beautiful, but also functional. It is ideal for classic small kitchens in typical homes. Mirror tiles can be used to decorate the kitchen apron. This tile can be decorated with interesting patterns, ornament or holography.
For kitchen sets in a classic style, aged mirror tiles are suitable. On such a surface, stains, drops of water and fat are almost invisible. With this decorative material, you can decorate the wall above the kitchen, if there are no top drawers, or the wall next to which there is a dining group. This technique will help to make a narrow and long kitchen square. And, of course, you can decorate the facade of the kitchen set with mirror tiles.
4.4 Bedroom design options
Mirror tiles in the bedroom makes the room unusual and piquant. From this material, you can make a completely monolithic wall or a mirror ceiling. But such an installation should not be placed directly opposite the window, the tile will look much more spectacular to the left or right of it.
If a wall decorated with mirror tiles reflects artificial light sources, this can make the room brighter and more comfortable. But this kind of decoration is only suitable for large rooms. In small bedrooms it will be more appropriate to decorate only part of the wall with mirror tiles, for example, the head of the bed.
The doors of wardrobes, bedside tables or dressers for linen are often decorated with tiles, and beds are decorated with mirror tiles, but this will not be appropriate in all interior styles.
4.5 In the children's room
The presence of a mirror wall in the children's room causes controversy among designers and psychologists. Of course, such tiles will look spectacular and stylish, turning the nursery into a fairy corner, but from the point of view of psychology, this piece of furniture is inappropriate in rooms for small children.
A wall of mirror mosaic can disrupt the child’s sense of reality, so this element of the interior is only suitable for teenagers. In other cases, you can hang a panel of mirror tiles on the wall or decorate the clock in the room with tiles. But such decor is not recommended to be placed opposite the child’s eyes: above the desk, opposite the bed or in the sports area next to the Swedish wall. Mirror tiles are best placed in places where sunlight and light from lamps, floor lamps or ceiling chandeliers fall.
4.6 Bathroom
Mirror tiles are appropriate in any bathrooms. One of the walls of the bathroom can be made completely mirror: from ordinary or mosaic tiles.
This method of decoration looks beautiful and belongs to one of the most practical. The wall of mirrors opposite the window or bathtub looks especially impressive. This makes the bathroom light, bright and airy.
Mirror tile does not deteriorate from moisture and is practically resistant to its effects. She can lay out the ceiling or part of it, giving the interior a romantic style. Some combine ceramic and mirror tiles when decorating the bathroom, and spectacular, shiny inserts appear in ordinary white tiled walls.
This material can decorate the facade of furniture in the bathroom. But there is no need to make the bathroom completely mirrored, decorating with this tile both the ceiling, and the walls, and furniture. This can make the bathroom cold and uncomfortable even if warm shades are used in the interior.
6. Care Tips
Tile with a mirror surface is easy to use and maintain daily. Wipe it regularly with a damp cloth. To avoid stains, you need to use not simple tap water, but special cleaning products for mirrors or table vinegar.
After processing with these compounds, you need to wait a little, and then rinse them with ordinary running water, and then wipe the surface with a dry rag or cellulose cloth.
In bathrooms, mirror tiles and the joints between them can sometimes be treated with special antifungal compounds. Otherwise, care for this material is no different from care for ceramic tiles or mirrors.
If dust and dirt have appeared on the mirror tiles, it can be easily washed with a conventional glass cleaner. The matte surface must be cleaned with plain water and vinegar. In case of severe pollution, cleaning agents are suitable for removing limestone.
7. In conclusion
Mirror tiles in the interior give the room a certain chic. The room immediately begins to play with new colors, it looks fresh and spectacular.
Innovative technologies for processing mirror tiles allow you to integrate this part into absolutely any interior. She can decorate not only bathrooms, but even bedrooms and children. Installation of mirror tiles is not difficult, so you can do it yourself.
Caring for this material is effortless. Today it is a fashionable trend in the design of urban apartments and country cottages. The mirror surface emphasizes individuality and allows you to visually enlarge a small room.
Enameled tile
The production of such glass tiles takes place by firing. The glass is prepared, the edges are processed, enameled, dried and baked at the melting point of the paint (about 700 degrees). This method fuses the enamel with glass into a homogeneous mass. The production involves the use of titanium paint, which even when applying 0.1-0.3 mm makes the tile completely opaque. If you have problematic walls, hide them under opaque enamel.
Along with firing, hardening is used in the performance of such a decor - the fired tile is rapidly cooled. When falling, it breaks into small, but not at all sharp pieces. It is hardened and specially “scratched” tiles that are used to cover the floor to prevent slipping.
The kitchen or bathroom, faced in this way, looks incredibly impressive. Also, those places where increased hygiene is required can be decorated with such material.
To improve the unity with the wall, bitumen or liquid glass is used, deposited on the rear side of the tile and sprinkled on top with coarse sand.
To make laying easy, take care of glue or mastic for ceramic tiles.
Penodecor
This species, unlike the previous ones, is not painted, but covered with a glass-like colored film.
Its main trump card is excellent frost-resistant qualities. Therefore, the foam decorator often appears in the exterior decoration of houses.
Another of its advantages of this material is the use of cement mortar for masonry. A width of 40 mm makes it possible to use a foam decorator for partitions, for example, in bathrooms or showers and even in yards.
Patterned tile
Glass tiles with a pattern instead of enamel look very elegant. If you wish, you can order any picture, even a personal photo. In order to protect the picture from erasure, it is covered with a special film. It is necessary to take into account the fact that this film in contact with moisture is erased along with the pattern. And it is absolutely smooth, which complicates the styling process. For gluing this decor, it is better to take silicone. If the use of cement mortar is indispensable, then from the rear of the slab will have to be isolated from moisture, and give them at least a slight roughness. For these needs, concrete contact is sometimes used. It is also possible to lubricate the material with tile adhesive. After drying, masonry is made on the same glue. The first layer of glue serves as the insulation of the protective film, because when it dries directly on the wall, the film contacts the moisture of the glue too long. And this leads to its destruction.
Glass mosaic cards, glass decorator
These types of tiles are a bit similar. Both of them are designed from many small tiles to create a single picture.
In the glass decorator there are squares with a long rib of 65 or 100 mm. Spreading is carried out piece by piece.
Carpet mosaic cards do not require such painstaking work. Many small square (10.20, 30 or 48 mm each in the edge) or rectangular (20x40 or 15x30 mm) tiles are glued on the outside with bone glue to the paper. After gluing to the wall, the paper is peeled off with a damp material.
Do it yourself
Such a proposal may seem crazy, but in fact, making glass tiles with your own hands is not so problematic.
The production of glass cladding tiles at home will require a certain amount of broken glass, a bonding element and a dye. From the equipment you need to get a crusher (you can mechanical), a vacuum installation and molds.
Even the child is capable of manufacturing. We combine 1 kg of glass chips with 50 ml of polyester resin and dye. We place the mixture in molds, and they, in turn, in a vacuum installation. This process is necessary to remove air bubbles that damage the appearance and reduce the strength of the final product. After two hours, the tile is ready. The resin and glass structure makes homemade tiles incredibly strong.
Glass tile, made independently, is incredibly cheap when you consider the fact that glass waste can be obtained for nothing. Sometimes they even pay extra for it.
After all that has been said, the conclusion suggests itself. Glass tile is a great alternative to ceramic. And in terms of beauty and ease of operation, it leaves its rival far in the tail.
The reliability of glass tiles: truth and myths
For many years, even the most advanced designers were afraid to use such a tile due to its low practicality. Owners of houses and apartments have always been convinced that the apron of the kitchen or the finish of the bathroom will quickly deteriorate in case of minimal influences of the chemical plan. In fact, as subsequent practice has shown, the material can act as an effective cladding, not inferior in characteristics to traditional ceramic tiles.
Glossy glass tiles have an interesting mirror effect and can create an additional picture due to the play of light
Ordinary glass is usually accepted as fragile material, but this can not be said about tiles from it. Even if it is broken, the formation of dangerous chips is excluded: there is a scattering of material into small particles having rounded corners, unable to harm children and adults. So if you have small children in your house, you can not be afraid and experiment.
Enameled glass tiles in blue tones of the bathroom
The appearance of glass tiles: the solution to any interior tasks
Modern products are offered in a wide variety. Developers-manufacturers are constantly improving the appearance and range of products, so you can meet many new collections of monophonic plan, with uncomplicated patterns and drawings. Thanks to the use of special technology, the pattern becomes resistant and durable. Even if damage to the mechanical plan occurs, the applied image will not be affected. The lining will have a special effect when combining glass tiles with ceramic, such a bouquet will create a rich and luxurious environment, characterized by increased practicality.
A drawing in the bathroom can be created using multi-colored glass tiles
Small rectangular glass tiles emphasize the perfection of the bathroom in a modern style
A combination of different sizes and shapes of blue glass tiles
Styles in which glass tile is preferred:
There are many styles in which the use of this facing material is indispensable.
- The eastern direction is famous for a lot of brightness. The original patterned tile is the best solution for the background.
- Art Nouveau style requires a minimum of detail, and the precise use of discreet tiles will emphasize the gloss and luster of space
- Italian style - color should be present here, so tiles with bright thematic drawings will be the best solution.
- Country can also contain small tiled structures, especially if they are selected according to the color palette harmoniously and concisely.
If you decide to buy glass tiles for the kitchen and bathroom, you must immediately decide on the style direction, and then proceed with the final choice.
Art nouveau bathroom decoration in red glass mosaic tiles
Glass tile application
The relevance of this type of decoration is justified, because it fits perfectly into the premises of a residential, commercial and public type. Such constructions “feel” themselves best in the kitchen and in the bathroom; elements can be used in the living room or in the corridor. There are some tips from professional designers to help you achieve a good result and create your dream interior.
Embossed glossy red tile, chosen as a decoration of one of the walls of the bathroom
Antique-style bathroom with glass tiles on the walls and floor
- In the bathroom, constructions should be made diagonally in order to achieve the illusion of a special depth of space.
- To increase the size of the room, you can lay glass tiles on the ceiling - this will create an incredible effect.
- Glass tiles will be a loyal assistant for finishing too narrow corridors.
Tip: if you want to create a masterpiece of decoration in the hallway, it is recommended to lay the glass material on the left side at the beginning, and on the right - only at the end. This will create the possibility of scattering natural light and make the corridor more comfortable.
Glossy glass tiles and a mirror will help to visually expand the bathroom space.
Varieties of tile elements made of glass material
- Glass decor is represented by products equipped with small dimensional parameters used to create panels and mosaics.
- Enameled products are opaque and can be painted in any color. Large thickness (9 mm) guarantees extra strength.
Enameled glass tile on the walls of the bathroom
- Glass marble is marble imitation products that are used to decorate indoor walls.
- Tiles made of stained glass. Products can have dimensions even more than 100 mm.
Colored glass tiles in the decor of a dark bathroom can be diluted with white elements
- Glass structures are also presented enameled with products with high resistance to temperature extremes.
Tip: the use of different types of tiles is relevant for different rooms and styles, so you must first determine the general theme of the room, and then proceed with the selection of solutions.
Marblet glass tiles look luxurious in a dark spotlight bathroom
Standard glass tile
Its dimensional indicators, like other types of materials, are 20 * 30 cm. The use of medium-sized facing elements is advisable in spacious and medium behaviors, because the seams during installation will not irritate, and if you choose the direction along the long side, the surface will visually stretch.
Decorating a kitchen apron with standard gray glass tile
Large dimensional values
The size of such products can reach 25 * 40 cm, usually designs are used to design the floor, since walls with such dimensions will not get a twist. Products can be partially used for wall decoration.
Designing the bathroom area with large blue tiles
Mosaic tile
These materials are minimally demanding on the surface. Thanks to their moderate and competent use, it is possible to level any walls and create a noble and attractive appearance in the room. With the help of such designs can be created glass tile panels for the bathroom, as well as products with numerous drawings. The main difficulty in the application of such elements is caused by a decrease in space. To avoid this effect, it is worth using composite harmonizing solutions with the participation of standard tiles and mosaics.
Blue mosaic tiles in the bathroom
Glass tile for the kitchen and bathroom: features of surface care
In order for the products to perfectly retain their original appearance, it is necessary to care for them correctly; for this, several useful tips have been developed.
The use of products containing phosphoric acid, wax and oil is not recommended, therefore, the purchase of a neutral product will be the best option.
Glossy white tiles on the walls and matte colored tiles on the floor in an unusually planned eclectic bathroom
If it is necessary to “restore” the stove and bring it back to normal from the neglected state, it is necessary to start acquiring a product with a minimum amount of the substances listed. After quality cleaning, it is important to rinse the surface with warm water.
Glass tiles in beige shades in a kitchen with a pearly sheen need special care. Use only special cleaning products.
Thus, glass tiles for the bathroom and kitchen are the best solution. A competent combination of products with other types of surfaces will achieve the desired result and create an attractive appearance of any room.
