Black tiles in the interior of a modern apartment

Black tiles are gaining more and more popularity, although not so long ago softer colors were used. Black color gives an atmosphere of calmness and tranquility, but not in large quantities. In combination with other colors, black tiles will look spectacular, giving the room a luxurious and expensive look.

With the help of black tiles, you can create your own individual design. The main thing is not to overdo it with black, so that the bathroom or kitchen does not look gloomy. Another feature of this unique color is that it can visually reduce the area of ​​the room. This is not always a good thing, considering that most apartments do not boast large bathrooms. Among the advantages of black tiles are good compatibility with other colors. Here, both light shades and bright, juicy colors are suitable. But there should be few bright contrasting elements of a small size so that they are not too conspicuous. The black color gives the room a strict, classic look, and the additional colors in the interior perfectly complement it.

Tile has long been one of the most popular cladding materials. It is practical, has a large assortment of colors and shapes, is not afraid of water, wear-resistant and durable. This material is mainly used in the bathroom or kitchen.

There are two main types of tiles:

1. ceramic;
2. tiled.

They are almost identical in terms of performance and external data, the only difference is in the composition of the clay used. Such tiles are used for cladding walls and floors of a room. The surface of the tiles can be glossy or matte. A glossy texture can create coziness in a room, add lightness and space with its brilliance. But its beauty is difficult to maintain, it gets very dirty, smudges appear from the water, and the dust is clearly visible. Thus, in order for the glossy shine to please, it is necessary to constantly care for the surface. Another disadvantage is to highlight the sliding effect, you need to be especially careful if water gets on the tiles.

Tiles with a matte texture are becoming more common.

Although she does not have luster, her merits are significant:

1. gives volume to the room;
2. she is not afraid of mechanical damage;
3. the rough surface will not slip, so it can be used for the floor;
4. easy to operate, dirt is not so visible and easier to clean;
5. goes well with various designs (retro, classic) and colors.

Matte tiles are made with imitation of various materials: velveteen, brick, slate, stone and others. It is not uncommon to come across veined tiles. The tile can be decorated with special beads. It comes in the form of glass beads. Beads not only make the design unique, but also due to the light reflected by the beads, the room is additionally illuminated. The disadvantage of this decor element is fragility.

Another type of decor is glitter tiles. Sequins bring a touch of brightness to the interior. Such tiles can highlight a certain area of ​​the surface, but if the entire surface is revetted with it, it will look tasteless.Due to the roughness created by the slight protrusion of sparkles, it is recommended to use such a decor for lining the walls of the bathroom, since the floor is more susceptible to mechanical stress, and there are always more dirt and grease in the kitchen, which require thorough cleaning. In this regard, tiles with such a decor will not last long there. Shimmering tiles look unusual, they fit perfectly into the high-tech style, but difficulties can arise with classic styles. The flickering effect is created by the optical fiber pressed into the material. It responds well to room lighting and reflects light. It is also best to decorate a small area with shimmery tiles, as constant flickering can be annoying. For example, this material can be used for lining the ceiling or stairs.

Black is a versatile, stylish and elegant color.

It will look good with any other shade, but since it can make the room dull, it must be diluted with light, joyful shades:

• The most popular combination is black and white tiles. This is a classic contrast solution. These two colors can be alternated with each other in a checkerboard pattern or laid out in lines. The alternation horizontally and vertically visually stretches the floor, and when placed diagonally, adds volume. So that the combination of black and white colors does not overwork the eyes, you should not often and rhythmically alternate these shades. It is not necessary to lay out the entire floor or wall in a checkerboard pattern; it is quite enough to arrange a small area in this way. Instead of white tiles, you can use related colors: milky, beige, marble, pink and other light tones.
• The combination of black and gold looks very sophisticated, but is more suitable for spacious rooms. Small splashes of gold on a black background look good, since both of these colors add luxury. And a large amount of gold can look tasteless and ridiculous.

• For the bathroom, blue also remains popular. It symbolizes purity, air, water. You should also choose blue shades carefully, if possible, it is better to use several shades in small quantities.
• It is not recommended to use too many different colors, it is better to choose no more than 3-4 shades. It is better to use black with another color in a ratio of 1: 3. You should not use them in the same quantity, so that black does not overload the room. An exception may be staggered floor cladding.

It is better to leave the ceiling in the traditional snow-white color. If done in black, it will create a sense of isolation. But, on the other hand, you can replay this moment. If you make the ceiling in black, then you need to use black with a glossy sheen tile so that it visually lengthens the walls and reflects light. But the walls in this case should remain, if not completely white, then at least 80 percent.

When choosing a tile, you should pay attention to the following points:

1. The area of ​​the room and its illumination - a small room faced with black matte tiles will look even smaller, but glossy tiles will instantly transform it, expand the space and add light.
2. The purpose of the room - due to high humidity, the glossy surface in the bathroom can become traumatic, so you should opt for a matte rough tile, it is safer due to its structure.
3. Surface type - glossy tiles are more suitable for the wall, and matte for the floor.
4. Complexity of care - with materials of light shades there are fewer problems with cleaning, they are less dirty, and dust is less visible on them. Matt surfaces also do not require much cleaning effort.

Due to its strength, tiles are considered more of a flooring material, they are resistant to scratches and cracks. The size of the tiles plays an important role. It is better to purchase tiles from one collection, but if you want to combine several types, it is better to measure the size of tiles from different collections when buying. Very often a difference of 1-2 mm is obtained, and difficulties arise when laying the material.

The tiles can be of different sizes: mosaic, small (10x10 cm), medium (20x25 cm), large (25x40 cm), etc. Due to the smaller number of seams, large tiles have greater moisture resistance. If it is necessary to hide the curvature or defects of the wall, choose a small tile. Also, the size of the wall tiles should correspond to the area of ​​the room. Too large or small tiles will only spoil the view; neither unique design nor high-quality installation will save the situation.

The cladding can be made in several versions:

1. Using only one shade.
2. Using two shades to divide the room horizontally.
3. Zoning of sites.

The choice of cladding option depends on the parameters of the room. In a room with a large area, zoning can be carried out, with a small one - it is better to stay on the first option. Also, tiles with veins are not suitable for a small room, they visually steal the already missing space. A large bathroom will be decorated with almost any type of facing tiles; it has enough space to implement all kinds of design ideas. In this case, you can try to combine, for example, mosaic tiles with large ones.

The most common styling methods are:

• Checkerboard - looks impressive when using two contrasting colors, which are laid out alternately.
• Diagonally - placed at an angle, in the form of a diamond.
• Brickwork - laying starts from the center of the room. The peculiarity of this masonry is the ability to hide uneven joints.
• Separation by lines - it is advisable to lay lines horizontally, they are easier to perceive this way.
• "Carpet" - a small area of ​​the floor is highlighted by squares of tiles of a different color, suitable for a large room.
• Ornament is a combination of two options: "carpet" and separation by lines.
• Kaleidoscope - at least two colors are used. Dark shades are present in the center of the pattern, while lighter shades move to the edges. There are ready-made collections for such masonry on sale.

• Large black tiles and delicate blue mosaics are used for the interior decoration.
• Tile with a matte texture. The feeling of a very soft, cozy, warm environment is created.
• The classic combination of black and white. The interior is decorated with mosaics and tiles of standard sizes. Stylish detail - for cladding, grout is used for the joints in a contrasting color.

How to use a black and white combination of ceramic tiles in the interior, see the next video.