Tips For Tiling A Small-Sized Room

Posted On June 26th, 2017

Tiles are by far the most popular material of choice for flooring. There are several reasons for that popularity. Tiles are usually cost-effective, come with easy maintenance, and both aesthetically pleasing and are durable.

There are a lot of options for tile colours and styles. Tiles define the texture of a room, whether vinyl or ceramic. Tiles emphasise the overall vibe of your interior décor, however, using them in small spaces can be a little tricky. If your goal is to give off the illusion of more space, then proper tiles can help you out.

Below are some tips to give your room the appearance of being larger than it is:

1. Choose Thin Grout Lines:

Grout is an important aspect of Tile Installation. However, large grout lines interrupt the tile pattern visually. Keep in mind that when you have a small space, use smaller or thin grout lines. This will minimise the interruption in the tile pattern. The aim is towards making the floor tiles the centrepiece instead of the grout lines.

2. Matching colours:

It is best to match the grout with your tiles. This will create a clean and sophisticated look. When the grout contrasts with the tile, it will break up the appearance of the flow of space.

3. Size matters:

Floor tiles can be found in a variety of different sizes. While many people tend to use small, closer patterns for smaller spaces, larger tiles actually create the illusion of space, even in smaller areas. This is because larger portions of space are uninterrupted by grout lines. Small tiles or bigger grout lines will have the opposite effect.

4. Colour Scheme:

The impact of the colour of your tile depends on both lighter and darker colours schemes. You must have heard that lighter colours will convey a greater sense of space. However, the better option is to choose both contrasting and complementary colours.

However, a stronger contrast between the floor and walls can make your room appear cramped. One way you can compromise is having a wood or cement floor and tiled walls. You can use small sized accent tiles at the corner of neutral ones. The larger the tile appears, the longer the distance the eye moves.

5. Tile Direction:

Instead of a standard, uniform fashion, try placing your tiles diagonally. It can add the illusion of depth to space. A diamond pattern, for example, is better than a checkerboard pattern. This will prevent the onlooker in measuring the space in a tile down vs tile across way. You are only limited to diagonal patterns when there is a frequently interrupted wall space. Otherwise, it is a simple visual trick with stunning effects.

Color, size and patterns of the tiles will play a role in the finished project. The directional lay, colour and thickness of grout line will also come into play. The smartest idea is to request assistance from a Tiling Specialist like the ones at Pro Tiling Melbourne. Call us at 0450 516 537

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