There is a bathroom renovation coming up, and you are stilldoubt which material is best to use for finishing? Don't despair, today we will help you figure it out and finally decide on this difficult choice It is always difficult to choose one or another material for finishing your home. And it would seem that there is nothing easier than choosing it for the bathroom, because it is obvious that it should be tiles. But recently, many designers have been trying to get away from this stereotype and, thanks to new technical solutions, use something else. And now we will consider what options we have.
1. Ceramic tiles
If you are still a follower of old traditions anddecide to use the time-tested ceramic tiles, then so be it. Its positive qualities, such as hygiene, durability, resistance to high humidity and temperature changes, as well as ease of maintenance, have not gone anywhere. Losing their leading positions in the market of finishing materials for bathrooms, manufacturers are trying to come up with more and more new and attractive options and even entire compositions, so there is definitely something to choose from. But, as usual, it is better to entrust the laying of tiles to professionals, because without experience and the necessary skills, you can simply ruin the already expensive material. Our opinion: - An original solution for the bathroom can be a mosaic of small ceramic tiles. The versatility and originality of this type of decoration is truly amazing, even despite the higher cost compared to conventional tiles. If you are conservative and do not want to move away from the usual materials, but crave something unusual in the interior of your bathroom - stop at the mosaic.
2. Porcelain tiles
Just like ceramic tiles, it isartificial material, but unlike it, porcelain stoneware has significantly improved properties, while retaining the usual ones. Among them are minimal water absorption, less than 0.5% by weight, which makes it frost-resistant; deeper color and rich pattern; bending strength; impact resistance and the ability to create an anti-slip texture of the material. If you lay porcelain stoneware correctly, you can use it to implement the most daring design solutions, while its aesthetic beauty will not fade over many years and will remain unchanged. And a rich palette of textures and a huge color range will allow you to choose exactly what you want to find.
3. Marble
Well, how can you do without marble in bathroom decoration?rooms! This expensive and exquisite natural stone will make the interior no less chic and sophisticated than itself. But the difficulties of working with and caring for it, as well as the high price, make the option with marble available only to fairly wealthy people who are not used to denying themselves anything. Olga Valle, head of the City Design studio: - I really like to use natural stone in bathroom interiors. However, it is important to clearly understand the behavior of a particular stone when in contact with a humid environment. For example, when using marble in a bathroom interior, it is necessary to treat it with special products and not use detergents containing acids and alkalis. The advantages of using marble include a wide range of colors, ease of processing and an original pattern. Many people consider marble to be a cold material, but white marble, which has an original pattern, can bring visual lightness and airiness to a black and white interior. Untreated marble can change its color due to exposure to moisture. However, this can also be used as its advantage. For example, after some time, the marble in the bathroom will begin to change color, transforming the entire interior. citidesign.pro
4. Paint
Probably the cheapest and simplest ofoptions - just paint the walls of the bathroom. But this does not mean that the interior will look cheap. With the right selection of moisture-resistant paint and color palette, the room will look stylish and relaxed. And the cost of paints from some manufacturers sometimes exceeds the price of even very expensive tiles.
5. Wallpaper
You don’t want to make repairs for many years to come andDo you plan to update it every 3-4 years? Then waterproof wallpaper will be the perfect solution for you. Relatively inexpensive and quick to install, they will allow you to create original designer compositions. If their service life of several years seems short to you, but you have chosen this material, then use glass wallpaper, which will last you much longer. Our opinion: - If you have chosen paint or wallpaper, make sure that the walls along the bathtub and sink are protected as much as possible. Glass panels or tiles are best suited for this.
6. Microcement
Elena Tikhonova, designer:— The most spectacular and original material for finishing a bathroom is microcement. It is moisture-resistant and can be used in places where water directly hits it, such as showers. The material is smooth, seamless, and has a rich color palette. Another unique property: it is as strong as natural stone. And despite the fact that this material has only recently appeared on the Russian market, it is rapidly gaining popularity among designers. cameleondesign.ru
7. Plastic panels
This may not be the most elegant of the proposals.solutions, but in terms of price, quick installation and practicality, perhaps you won't find a better option. With due persistence, you can find very decent options, made to look like natural wood, as well as having their own unique originality. The main disadvantage of such panels will be fragility, but this is not a problem if you are a little more careful with them.
8. Granite
Olga Valle, head of the City Design studio:— Another common material for use in bathrooms is granite. It is a mistake to assume that granite is a hard stone to perceive. The color range from dark brown to soft green allows you to use it in interiors of any style. Granite is also very light and easy to install, so it is an excellent option for decorating bathroom interiors. citidesign.pro
Our opinion:— Well, to sum it up, before you decide on one material or another, we advise you to carefully weigh all the pros and cons, because each option has both a number of advantages and disadvantages. But the main thing is to remember that this is your bathroom, and you will have to wash your face, take a shower and brush your teeth there every day. So make sure that the choice you make brings you only satisfaction and comfort. cassidyhughes.com, pinterest.com
