Creative Options in Tiling for Bathroom Design

Posted: Jun 09, 2013
Author: B&E Construction

Bathroom design is one of the more difficult, yet awarding, aspects of home remodeling. The details in any project involving a bathroom entail consideration of plumbing work, electrical work, an array of construction materials, and all sorts of odd ends and corners that must be fitted. Still, one element of the project that can really make or break the outcome is the choice in tiling.

Tiling is the most common material used for flooring in bathroom design. Its durability, ease of cleaning, and lack of odor retention make it ideal for one of the most heavily, and uniquely, used rooms in the household. However, tiling is not limited to bathroom flooring in its uses.

Tiling also makes for a fantastic option in walling. A tile wall can add a lot to bathroom design, both aesthetically and through utility. Patterns and surface texture matching or complimenting that of the floor can create a unique flow to the design of the bathroom. At the same time, tiling on the wall will hold up much better than wallpaper or even drywall, as the moisture inevitable in a bathroom will not affect tiles nearly as much as other potential materials. You can even go a step further and use tiles for the countertop.

Choosing the type of tiling material is another important factor involved in bathroom design. Though ceramic is the most common material used in tiling, metal, stone, and glass are also available. However, each has its own specific advantages and disadvantages; make sure to consult with your Charlotte bathroom design contractor to see what options are the most beneficial in your situation.