At registration of the bathroom special attention should be paid to the choice of finishing materials as rather strict requirements are imposed to them. The mosaic and tile perfectly are suitable for these purposes. They differ in resistance to the increased humidity and effective exterior.
Advantages of finishing by bathing mosaic and tile
The design of the bathroom is capable to change the room, visually to expand it. But when selecting materials it should be taken into account that they should not be afraid of temperature drops, the increased humidity and also influence of aggressive cleaning agents. The mosaic and tile are ideal for finishing of bathrooms, bathrooms as have many advantages to which number it is possible to carry:
- high strength;
- moisture resistance;
- reliability and durability;
- attractive exterior;
- simplicity in leaving.
As for the cost of materials, the tile and mosaic of various quality, the sizes are presented at the market that affects the goods price. Combination of tile and mosaic in interiors of bathrooms - the successful decision. It looks unusually and effectively. In this case the interesting contrast based on difference in sizes of separate elements turns out. For strengthening of positive impression it is necessary to combine colors correctly.
If the tile for finishing of bathrooms most often is used ceramic, then the mosaic can be made of different materials. Its following types enjoy the greatest popularity:
- ceramic (it is made of ceramics and differs from tile only in the size);
- plastic (it is made of polymers, differs in resistance to the increased humidity, rather low cost);
- glass (for production siliceous sand with addition of impurity is used);
- mirror (for production use small mirror splinters);
- metal (over plastic basis metal plates fasten);
- mosaic from artificial and natural stones.
One of the most expensive coverings the covering from natural onyx or other minerals is considered. Producers of modern mosaic in the course of its production paste separate elements on basis. It considerably facilitates subsequently finishing work.
In form the mosaic can be:
- square;
- rectangular;
- hexagon;
- round;
- oval;
- irregular shape.
Options of design of rooms with mosaic and tile
Registration by mosaic of one of walls
Mosaic - more expensive finishing material in comparison with ceramic tile therefore in interiors of bathrooms the combination of materials meets more often. Besides, it is simpler to look after tile and on its background the mosaic looks more effectively. If to use small elements for finishing of all walls and even floor, there can be feeling of "congestion".
One of the simplest and successful options of combination of materials - registration of three walls and floor large tile, and one wall - mosaic. Such design allows to distinguish separate part of the room, to place emphasis on it. Especially interestingly it looks when the bathroom has irregular shape. It is possible to trim with tile not only wall, but also to revet with it bathtub, sink. Small elements can be used for finishing of niche in wall.
Color combinations can be any. But it is important to meet condition: the accent has to be on mosaic. For example, the color of tile can be neutral, and mosaics - brighter, bright. It is admissible to play on contrast or to use colors which supplement each other. Options at which the tile is brighter than mosaic look not really effectively and the meaning of idea in this case is lost.
Vertical and horizontal inserts from mosaic
Horizontal and vertical strips in interior help to make visually the room higher or wider. If the bathroom low and small on the area, it is possible to trim it with light tile, and on corners from floor to ceiling to lay out not really wide vertical strips small elements. It is better to select mosaic according to color one tone more dark than tile. It is possible to play on contrast and to use mosaic which will differ from the main covering in texture. Mirror, glass material or covering from natural mineral will approach. It is admissible to lay out it narrow vertical strips on any site of wall.
In the small bathroom it is not recommended to experiment with variety of flowers. There is enough 2-3 light tones. Horizontal inserts from mosaic visually expand space. It is possible to use mirror or metal mosaic materials at registration of the bathroom in more modern style. It is important that the shade of metal jewelry on tile on color coincided with metal findings.
For division of space the designers often use simple reception - recommend to spread the lower part of walls and floor large tile, and upper part of walls - mosaic. At the same time the shade of small finishing components has to be lighter.
Mosaic with the drawing
The monophonic walls which are laid out by mosaic some seem sad. To recover interior, it is possible to use finishing material in which mosaic elements of different shades alternate. At registration of small bathrooms it is better to choose coverings of light tones and the contrast should not be too noticeable.
If the bathroom spacious, it is possible to lay out on one of walls the drawing from mosaic. It looks very interestingly, but in this case it is better to issue other walls tile of suitable shade. It is possible to place on them the separate fragments of the main picture which are laid out from mosaic. It is recommended to select the image not only on color gamma, but also on style. In classical interior often use flower motives. It is possible to decorate the bathroom by means of mosaic panel, but independently it is not recommended to spread it. It is better to acquire ready set in specialized shop then it will be necessary only to place separate elements according to the offered scheme.
Laying of mosaic
That repair in the bathroom has turned out qualitative, it is necessary not only to pick up correctly materials, but also to competently execute laying of tile, mosaic. On condition of lack of the corresponding skills and experience it is better to address experts. Laying of tile and mosaic is carried out on faultlessly plain surface. For decoration of the walls it is better to use viscous glue, and for floor - elastic.
Apply marking on the prepared surface, then by means of the palette distribute on it glue and spread tile or mosaic. It is possible to start the subsequent stage only after full drying of glue. Remove protective film from mosaic and make finish of seams, and further sponge it is necessary to remove the remains of finish and it is good to wash out, wipe surface.