Bathroom tile white and black - dosing the color
Combining the black and white tiles in the bathroom finish is the same as walking on the blade of the knife. One wrong move is enough to make the consequences not the most rosy. However, if you decide on such a bold move, take into account the features of black and white - the first absorbs light, and the second reflects it. That is why the right color combination will allow you to admire the original and cozy bathroom, rather than a gloomy room with a depressing atmosphere.
The main rule when decorating a room in this case: the smaller its area, the less it should have surfaces finished with black tiles. In a small room, black color is recommended to take no more than 1/3 of the area. For a more spacious bathroom, let's say 2/3.
When decorating a room in a black and white color scheme, it is important not only to determine how much each color should be in the finish, but also how they should be combined. First, the bathroom should avoid frequent interlacing of tiles, especially on large surfaces. You can confine yourself with a neat apron over the sink, where the black and white tiles will be laid out in staggered order. The optimal option is the color combination of large sections of the wall or even entire walls. Such an interior will not be unnerving and tiresome. Secondly, do not limit yourself to the chess order of laying black and white tiles on the floor.
Available in your hands the possibilities of contrast will allow you to visually change the room. For optical increase in its width, you can lay the tile with horizontal stripes, and to extend the bathroom - vertical. Its visual volume can be achieved with the help of diagonal black and white stripes. In addition, white and black bathroom tiles can be laid with a so-called "herringbone" - this is an excellent solution for masking design errors and lack of space in the room. To decorate the floor in a staggered tile, use the following rule: when decorating a small area, use a small tile. And vice versa.
Black and white bathroom tiles - we combine different ways of laying
Today there are various options for laying black and white tiles, it remains only to choose the most suitable for your bathroom. Quite often, both the floor and the walls in this room are tiled. Obviously, if you choose a black and white color scheme, it becomes necessary to somehow diversify the ways of laying. Otherwise, the walls and floor will merge, creating discomfort when in the room. For example, on the floor tiles can be laid with rhombuses, and the walls will be decorated with traditional brick rectangular masonry.
In addition, experts recommend that you finish the bathroom in such a way that the boundary between the walls and the floor can be traced as clearly as possible. This will give the room order, will allow to make certain accents, in particular, on the tiled structure. To enhance the difference between the selected laying methods, use a contrasting grout for the black tile, as it emphasizes the strict geometry of the finish. Combining different ways of laying tile elements allows creating a lot of interesting visual effects. The most common options for laying include:
- Classic. In this case, the surface of the wall or floor is dissected by straight lines into rectangles or ideal squares.
- Diagonal. Installation of the tiles is carried out at an angle of 45˚ and requires a certain skill.
- "Brickwork".For this option is ideal rectangular tile, which is laid in rows. At the same time, the middle of the tile in one row is exactly on the inter-plate suture in the other row.
- "Herringbone".This option provides for laying the elements of decoration at right angles to each other. However, the tiles must have a rectangular shape.
- Modular. Assumes the use of tiles of the same color, but of different sizes, which fits, forming a certain pattern - a module.
- Combined. Allows you to use several options for laying the finishing material.
Black and white tiles for the bathroom - we select plumbing and accessories for it
Competent combination of tiles in the bathroom - it's half the battle, it is necessary to choose the right equipment and accessories. Otherwise, all your efforts will go to waste. In the black and white bathroom can be installed plumbing of both colors, but you should carefully monitor the balance of light and dark. So, if a large surface of the walls is finished with black tiles, it is better to purchase a white sink, bath, toilet and bidet. They will be favored to stand out against a dark background, balancing the color gamut. And, on the contrary - against the background of a light tile, the sanitary ware, aged in black, will look fine.
Black plumbing looks attractive and not gloomy in a spacious bathroom with a window or a lot of artificial light sources, mirrors.
Mirror is one of the most important elements of the bathroom interior. To its placement in a black and white room should be approached with special attention, which will make it more light and visually spacious. So, to hang a mirror in the bathroom is recommended opposite the wall, decorated with white tiles. For the same purpose, it can be placed opposite one of the lighting sources. Even the reflection of the ceiling lamp in the mirror door of the locker will already make the room brighter. It's great if it has a window. In this case, the wall opposite to it can be completely finished with black tiles and a large mirror can be hung on it.
If your plans include a device in the bathroom partition, then choose glass products that will not interfere with the propagation of light. When placing the shower, also prefer a model with glass doors. They do not need to be transparent, because today there are products from frosted glass that can hide what you do not want to show. As for the accessories of other colors, the designers recommend using no more than 2-3 items in the interior. They are enough to create profitable accents and "revitalize" the interior.
