It is always freeing to be able to have your own house. One of the things you get to do is being able to design the interiors of your house. Not everyone is gifted with a taste in design, and if you make a mistake you might regret, it could cost you more when redesigning.
One of the areas you would need to be careful of is your floors. Your floors can affect the entirety of your house’s interior, so you should always be prepared when designing them. You can choose from various tiles, marble stone tiles to ceramic tiles or even wood. It all depends on you.
Before you begin designing your new home, here are some tips to consider.
Take a look at your house first
Consider the design of your house when choosing your tiles. If you have any magazines about home décor, then use them as a reference.
They will give you the right ideas for your new home. They might also give some extra tips, so you should do your research first.
The size of your tiles
If you have ever seen someone’s house with a tiled floor, you will notice that the tiles are not all uniform from room to room. In the bathroom, what you will notice is that the floor tends to have small tiles. Small tiles are also preferred for a small kitchen. Large tiles are put on areas like the dining room or living room. They make these areas larger and spacious. You would not want to make these rooms feel stuffy when you are eating or relaxing.
Colour
When choosing the right colour, always think about the general feel you want in the room. A lightly coloured tile will make a small room bigger. A large room has more options, and you can choose dark or light tiles for it. While splashback tiles are not going to be the centre of attention in your room, they can complement other features in your room. When trying to relieve yourself in the bathroom, choose colour patterns that will go together. It will help you feel relaxed when you are trying to do your business.
The grout
Don’t overlook the grout too. If it is contrasting with your tiles, it will emphasise your tiles’ lines and design. If they are complementary, then they will give a subtle effect to your tiles.
The texture and pattern
If you want a tile that is easy to clean, you should opt for a glazed one. On the other hand, a natural terracotta would have no glaze, so you would not need any seal to stop it from staining.
Consider the lighting
If you have a dark room, then opt for a gloss tile. It will reflect more light. This reason is also true for lighter colours.
In the end, your tiles’ overall design should go with the style of your interior, be they marble stone tiles or ceramic ones. If you are having trouble finding the right design for your tiles, ask for help from an expert. We are not always gifted artists or designers, so it is okay if you do not know your way in these things.
Your house is like a reflection of your personality. If you have a well-organised and beautiful place, chances are you are not a lazy person and have an eye for design. So, if you have a new house, always do your best in designing it. It will surely give a lasting impression on your friends and family.