Mosaic tiles in interior design

Mosaic patterns can become a real decoration of any interior, if you choose the right theme, color and material. Beautiful colored mosaics are definitely one of the best ways to bring vibrant colors to your little world.

The word "mosaic" comes from an ancient Latin expression that can be translated as "dedicated to the muses." This is not surprising, because since ancient times, real works of art have been created from mosaics. Over the three thousand years of its existence, mosaics have practically not changed, and they continue to use them to decorate various rooms and depict entire paintings.

For the same reason, mosaics are also used in the kitchen. As a rule, beautiful aprons are made of it, which protect the wall. Such a detail is appropriate in a kitchen decorated in any style. Finding a ready-made panel to protect the "working" wall is not difficult at all.

In the living room and other living rooms, mosaic is mainly used as a decorative element, with the help of which an atmosphere of comfort and coziness is achieved. For example, using this material, designers decorate fireplace portals.

Mosaic tiles, like other materials, have advantages and disadvantages. However, connoisseurs of this type of finish claim that there are much more advantages.

On the positive side, first of all, is the small size of the parts. Thanks to this, the mosaic can be used even in places that seem difficult to access. For example, it can be used to decorate rounded sinks, bathtubs and other surfaces. It is also used to create beautiful patterns on fireplace portals, countertops or cabinet doors.

The fact that the mosaic is an environmentally friendly material is also pleasantly pleasing. It is safe for health, since all the materials from which it is made are of natural origin. As a rule, it is stone, quartz sand, clay or glass. So in the rooms decorated with mosaics, you can safely be with your children.

However, neither man nor nature has yet come up with ideal materials for construction. This means that the mosaic also has its drawbacks.

In addition, the installation process is also quite complicated - you have to tinker with a huge number of small details that cannot be dealt with without work experience. So you have to either hire professionals, or spend a lot of time to bring everything to mind. This is where the disadvantages end.

Mosaic tiles are divided into several types. Basically, they differ from each other only in their appearance.

It belongs to one of the most common types of mosaics. It is bright, shimmering in the light and very picturesque. The advantages of this type of mosaic tile include the fact that it is affordable, which means that many lovers of sophistication can afford cladding with such material.

In the kitchen or living room, it can be used to decorate kitchen aprons or, for example, fireplace portals. Glass mosaics can be amazingly beautiful.

Bright colors are obtained by adding coloring components such as aventurine, cadmium, mother-of-pearl and other ingredients to the composition.

Found among building materials and stone mosaic. As a rule, it is made from such types of stone as onyx, lapis lazuli or marble. Granite tiles are also common. All of these materials are equally good both in terms of strength and appearance.

This type of tile is much better than tile. Every detail surprises with its beauty. It can be used to decorate all kinds of stains or small blotches that are created by nature and brought to perfection by human hands.

Small details are created from a mixture of quartz sand, natural clay and other substances. Therefore, the mosaic is environmentally friendly, and in addition to this, it is also resistant to the effects of chemical components.

In a room made in country or Provence style, wooden tiles look good. It has one obvious drawback: like any wood products, tiles can gradually swell or, conversely, dry out.

In addition to these options, there are others that are less common. For example, PVC tiles, plastic or mirror tiles.

Mosaic tiles are a great option for decorating a room. In addition to monochromatic mosaics, there are many interesting design solutions that help to make the interior more individual.

As a rule, ready-made compositions are on sale, which in some cases are even laid out in panels. The plots of such "pictures" can be very different. For example, the most common theme for baths is marine.Drawings of all kinds of fish, seascapes and sunny beaches are popular.

Neutral option - geometric patterns made of small elements. Such a finish will go for the bathroom, and for the kitchen, and for the corridor or even the hallway.

Full-fledged plot pictures deserve special attention.... It is no longer easy to combine different colors and a combination of interesting shapes. On the walls, floors and plumbing, landscapes, still lifes, as well as reproductions of famous paintings can be depicted.

The most expensive is the pattern in the style of "Roman mosaic"... The picture laid out in this way is made by hand from start to finish, which guarantees its high quality and clarity. A base made of wood is not suitable for creating such paintings - it is better to choose a material such as smalt or glass.

As already mentioned, the shape of the mosaic can be different. Small details can be round, square or multifaceted. To create full-fledged plot paintings, round or square parts are more suitable, which are easier to connect with each other.

If you want to get some kind of clear pattern, then it is better to give preference to rectangular or square tesserae. They fit neatly and connect well with each other. This method is suitable for creating monochromatic patterns and any geometric prints.

The appearance of the mosaic and finished panels made of this material is pleasing to the eye. The pictures are very bright.

You can choose a mosaic even at a time when the room is almost completely decorated, because thanks to the variety of shades, it will not be difficult to find one that suits the interior features.

Since mosaic tiles are made from different materials, their subtypes also look different. For example, stone mosaics are darker, while smalt and glass mosaics are pleasantly pleasing to the eye with flickering of bright saturated colors. Therefore, you can choose a tile that will serve as an inconspicuous background, or an option with a bright accent in the interior.

Separately, it is worth talking about the combination of colors.

• Gradient... The tile looks beautiful, in which one shade smoothly passes into another. This finish is popular because mosaics are often used to decorate transitions. For example, in the area between two walls or at the junction of a wall with a ceiling or floor. A beautiful color combination helps to make this transition not so sharp.
• The easiest option is combination of achromatic shades... The black color turns to white, and between them there is a gray tile of different shades. If you want something brighter, then you can choose variegated colors that are interestingly combined in a large panel.
• Chaotic print... The pixel arrangement of colors is suitable for decorating walls or ceilings, as well as for decorating a fireplace screen. This pattern turns out to be very bright and immediately lifts the mood. However, if there are already enough bright colors in the interior, then you can go the other way - mix different light shades in one panel. For example, combine gold, beige and light pink.

• Contrast... Beautiful contrasting patterns are used on many occasions. They help, for example, to zone the space. Using tiles of different colors, you can divide the room into zones. For example, decorate one part of the room with light colored mosaic tiles, and the other with a bright or dark shade.
• With patterns everything is much simpler. In this case, the colors of the tiles are selected either for a specific image, or for the rest of the interior details.

The abundance of colors and interesting ideas for the use of mosaics allows this material to be used to decorate different parts of rooms.

This is a room that everyone who comes into the house can see. Therefore, it should be cozy and tastefully furnished. Beautiful mosaic patterns will complement the interior as well as possible.

Here you can place a panel made of small details. It will look great both on a free wall, next to which there is nothing worth anything, and over a sofa or table. In "Khrushchev" such a decorative detail will seem unusual, but in a large spacious apartment it will become a quite appropriate addition to the interior.

If a beautiful metal or glass mosaic is chosen, then the pattern will, in addition to everything else, flicker on the wall, adding a fairytale atmosphere to the room. The combination of different types of mosaics also looks interesting. More transparent tesserae can be paired with matte ones, experimenting with gloss and colors.

Here, mosaics can decorate the ceiling, floor or shelves. When looking for a suitable tile, you need to pay attention, first of all, to its quality, such as practicality and sustainability. After all, it is in the bathroom that the most negative factors affecting the appearance of the tile are.

Professionals recommend giving preference to smalt, since it wears off more slowly and at the same time looks no worse than other types. Such floor tiles can be either solid or composed of separate inserts. All kinds of floral or geometric patterns made of colored mosaics look beautiful.

In the bathroom, metal tiles also look appropriate. Such a mosaic is good in that it flickers beautifully when rays of light hit it. A if you make a large panel of metal mosaic, then it will visually enlarge the room.

You can decorate with tesserae not only the floor and the wall. A mirror frame, a sink or even a toilet bowl decorated with mosaics looks beautiful. As for the floor, the material for its finishing should be chosen one on which you can safely walk without slipping. Professionals advise to choose the mosaic with the lowest number indicated on the package..

As a rule, this room is a walk-through. But this does not mean that it can be ignored and not decorated at all. The mosaic here will be quite appropriate both on the walls and on the floor or even the ceiling. If there is no extra furniture in the room, then you can decorate the entire wall by placing a large panel with an interesting plot pattern on it. You can also hang a large mirror in the hall, decorating its frame with small details.

In the hallway, you can use mosaic tiles in interesting shades, for example, gradients or metallic colors, which can be golden or silver shades. They are able to make even a walk-through room luxurious. And if such a decision seems too pretentious, then you can limit yourself to tones that are more familiar to the eye.

The room intended for cooking and family gatherings should be divided into a workspace and a recreation area. It is advisable to protect the cooking area so that the walls are not stained with food during the cooking process. The simplest advice is to choose a beautiful mosaic apron to protect the space above the countertop.... However, the table itself can also be decorated with a mosaic of different colors. It is durable, does not scratch, does not fade or loses its attractiveness over time.

In some cases, even cabinet doors and shelves are decorated with mosaic streamers. Don't choose too many bright colors.so as not to create motley chaos in your room. Most often, light monochromatic panels are selected for the kitchen.that are easy to wash. You can also decorate the room with interesting patterns with images of food or some kind of still life.

Colored mosaics are a great way to decorate any space. You can do this both with your own hands and using the services of a designer.

• Help from designers... Independent work on laying the mosaic is painstaking and difficult. You need to be very careful about this process so as not to lose details and not spoil the picture that should be the result.

First of all, designers work on the order, who translate into reality the idea of ​​the customer. To order, you can make not only a standard image, but also a reproduction of a famous painting in the size of the entire wall or your own portrait, which will flaunt over a sofa or bed. A simple sketch is enough for designers to understand the very essence of the idea. They will do the rest themselves. Besides, it is much easier for professionals who have been working in the salon for many years to choose the colors and the right combination of shades for the intended picture and under the interior features.

• Saving your budget... The second tip is about saving. Since mosaic is a rather expensive pleasure, many people want to save money on finishing the premises. It is quite possible to do this.

Correct choice of materials. Before you take any real steps and glue the tiles on the wall, you need to finally decide on the choice of material. Different types of mosaic tiles differ not only in their appearance, but also in a number of other characteristics. For floors and just rooms that are more actively used, you need to choose wear-resistant tiles., which is not afraid of either time or any mechanical damage. Such cladding can be, for example, cast iron or granite. But on the ceiling, you can put more fragile materials. Putting glass tiles on the floor, for example, is not practical at all.

• Additional processing... It is also worth noting such an important point as additional processing of mosaic tiles. This will both protect it from negative influences and change its appearance. Designers often age the tiles or, conversely, cover them with a layer of varnish to give the surface a glossy shine.

There are many mosaic tile manufacturers operating all over the world. Those who know nothing at all about the criteria by which tiles are selected, as a rule, try to choose manufacturers with a good reputation, which is not surprising.

Companies from Italy are considered the world leaders in the production of glass mosaics. Popular brands include SICIS, Vitrex, MARCHETTI and MEGARON... They produce quality products and do not stop there. The range of these brands is constantly expanding, which gives more opportunities for experimentation.

The mosaic tiles offered in their catalogs can be either completely smooth or rough or decorated with relief patterns.Also, the degree of gloss of the mosaic can be different - it can be completely matte or glossy and sparkling when the slightest ray of the sun hits it.

Luxurious gold mosaic is also popular both in Italy itself and abroad. For its manufacture, a special thin foil is used, which gives a slight sheen to the surface.

And here company Aureo TREND she uses real 24-carat gold leaf to create this tile. True, such material is not cheap.

China is often associated with something of poor quality. But such associations are outdated. There are now many factories in China that produce products for well-known brands. And Chinese companies have significantly improved the quality of their products and, accordingly, their reputation.

Good Chinese mosaic manufacturers are brands like Mozaico de Lux and JNJ.

Separately, it is worth talking about brands that produce one of the most popular types of mosaic tiles - smalt. Many are engaged in its manufacture, but such companies like ORSONI, BISAZZA and SICIS.

This is not to say that some of them produce more expensive materials, while the other is cheaper. As a rule, the price is determined by the size of the panel and how much work the author will have to work on creating this picture.

In terms of appearance, there are two popular types of smalt tiles: sheer and flesh. The first type is characterized by brilliance and color saturation, while the second is a tile that is used in landscapes and portraits.

The smalt of the imperial shade looks interesting. It is a red-yellow material with a rich hue, which was popular even during the reign of the Habsburgs. Very often smalt tiles are artificially aged - it looks more expensive and more beautiful.

There are many interesting ideas for using mosaic tiles in the interior. At the same time, each designer or simple homeowner can offer something of their own, making the project more individual. Here are some examples to help if there are no interesting ideas at all.

Luxurious panel... A luxurious bathroom, decorated not with a simple monochromatic mosaic, but with a full-fledged panel. The result is an antique picture that will appeal to both young creative people and connoisseurs of the classics. It comes in three basic colors: cool blue, gray and dark green. This combination of shades looks luxurious and grandiose. In such a bathroom, you can feel like a real queen.

You can also choose a bathroom to match the panel on the wall. The dark base is decorated with blue-green flowers, and the inside of the bath is white, which also matches the pattern on the wall. The rest of the room is also well decorated in a restrained style: the floor is decorated with ornate patterns in black and white tones, and the walls are decorated with mosaic tiles in the same color.

Bright bathroom... The second example is an equally luxurious bathroom, decorated in light colors. As you know, it is they who make the room more spacious. Therefore, the bathroom with a luxurious Jacuzzi in the very center of the room seems to be truly royal.

The decor of the walls, adorned with exquisite curls, also maintains the desired atmosphere. The ceiling and floor are made of light marble, and the steps leading to the entrance to the jacuzzi are decorated with mosaic tiles. It is both beautiful and convenient. The very base of the steps is made of less slippery material, which means that you should not worry about safety.

The rooms are illuminated by small lamps and a central lamp, which seems to be quite massive, but at the same time does not take up too much space. Delicate flowers in metal mini vases are used as a decor, which create a romantic atmosphere in this room.

Delicate patterns... The last design option is the simplest. This is also a bathroom, but already made in a minimalist style. The walls are decorated with light mosaic, diluted with patterns of beautiful green color. Laying out such patterns is much easier than fiddling with a huge panel, consisting of hundreds of small details.

The rest of the room looks simple enough. In addition to plumbing furniture, there is only a towel holder and a sink, combined with a small chest of drawers. The sink comes with a mirror, which is great as they fit together. Neat lamps are located next to the mirror, which provide the necessary lighting for make-up and morning procedures. The little things that decorate the room are functional and do not spoil the overall impression of the room.

Mosaic tiles are a versatile solution that is suitable for decorating a hallway or living room, as well as a bathroom and kitchen. You can choose a beautiful cladding for almost any interior, the main thing is to know what shade you need and buy a quality product.

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