1. GO BOLD WITH DIAGONAL STRIPES
These shower tile ideas score ten out of ten for impact in our view. Who wouldn't start the day full of zing after stepping out of this walk-in shower? The graphic diagonal lines look confident, while the pale green feels fresh and invigorating. A peppy way to elevate small bathroom shower ideas.
2. LAY TILES IN A HERRINGBONE PATTERN
Rose pink may be a gentle shade, but it's given a bold modern overhaul here. Teamed with black brassware, grey geometric tiles and laid in a herringbone weave balances the soft pink bathroom ideas with punchier graphic lines.
3. FIND YOUR OWN STYLE
Tiling a shower or bathroom is an investment, so it's important to make the right choice. After all, tiles need to last longer than the latest paint shade, so take the time to work out what you really like.
4. MAKE SIMPLE TILES LOOK SPECTACULAR
Simple white square tiles have been given a spectacular style overhaul by pairing them with their cobalt blue equivalents. Laying the two colors in these dramatic wide striped blocks has resulted in a striking shower room. A stylish take on blue bathroom ideas.
5. OOZE OPULENCE WITH A PRECIOUS-STONE EFFECT
Marble and marble-effect tiles are still key bathroom trends, but other stones are available. At Ca' Pietra they have replicated the look of onyx with the California Dreaming collection.
6. LAY TILES IN AN IRREGULAR PATTERN
Hexagonal tiles are great if you want to step up your shower tile ideas with an irregular wall pattern. Instead of laying tiles in classic symmetrical sections or across an entire wall, this staggered effect makes an interesting feature, ideal for small bathroom color ideas. Although modern, it's reminiscent of beautiful ancient buildings where sections of tiling have worn away.
7. MIX SHAPES AND SIZES
Mixing tiles of different shapes and sizes yet with the same surface colour and texture looks highly effective. This works for bold statements, like in black and white bathroom ideas.
8. INTRODUCE ARTISANAL STYLE WITH HANDCRAFTED TILES
'The strongest trends we are seeing with tiles is the introduction of pattern and color,' says Hayley Robson, creative director, Day True. 'The results ooze individuality and can make your bathroom completely unique.'
9. GO FOR A RICH WOOD-EFFECT
We're also seeing natural materials; introducing wood into a room that tends to have hard surfaces helps to balance the feel of the space,' says Hayley. 'When choosing tiles, consider the size of your bathroom,' says Colin Lincoln-Evans, Buyer at Tile Mountain. 'If it’s small then larger tiles with fewer grout lines can help to create an illusion of space. If you wish to zone your shower area, select a smaller or contrasting coloured tile for the area. Colour and finish is also a consideration, paler colours will help in bathroom where there is no natural light, and gloss finishes help reflect light.'
10. ADD ANOTHER DIMENSION
Fluted kitchen islands are a brand new trend, and we're seeing ridges in showers, too. As ever, it starts at the high end and trickles through to the high street. So we were delighted to see these beauties at Topps Tiles.