Choosing a tile on the floor in the corridor

When we choose tiles for the floor, we try to focus not only on the aesthetic characteristics, but also on the technical parameters of the product. A competent choice of finishing materials will help keep the hallway attractive for years to come.

It is best to choose materials in the corridor, which are characterized by high strength indicators, ease of maintenance and moisture resistance. Ceramic tiles are considered the most popular type of decoration. It has excellent characteristics, attractive appearance and allows you to visually change the room due to the appearance of the styling and a wide selection of colors.

The entrance hall, paved with tiles, has the following advantages:

• the tile is distinguished by high strength indicators;
• the material perfectly tolerates contact with detergents, heels and other influences and loads;
• ease of care, no mold and bacteria;
• such material is sufficiently resistant to moisture;

• long service life, which is at least 50 years;
• aesthetic characteristics;
• tile material is not prone to fire;
• ecological properties;
• ease of restoration.

Despite the large number of positive properties, the tile also has negative qualities.

The downsides are as follows:

• The tile floor has a fairly cold and hard surface. Walking on it barefoot is undesirable and inconvenient;
• When choosing the type of tile, you should take into account the differences in slip indicators. The glazed surface is too slippery. For the floor, you should choose a matte and rough type of material;
• Light-colored items with deep grooves are prone to rapid contamination and dust accumulation.

The tiles can be produced in different colors, decorated with inserts and even patterns. There is decorative ceramics on which skirting boards and borders are present. The difference may lie in the surface of the products. It can be smooth or embossed.

Such products are actively used not only for the corridor, but also for the design of various interiors and exteriors.

There are standard flooring sizes.

They can have the following parameters:

• 30x30 cm;
• 20x30 / 25/20 cm;
• 10x15 / 10 cm.

In addition to traditional sizes, there are tiles with larger parameters: 40x40 cm, 60x100 cm, 70x120 cm.

It should be noted several types of tiles from different materials, which are most common in the modern construction market:

• Ceramic. It is based on burnt clay. Such raw materials are famous for their wear resistance, color retention and excellent transfer of individual decorative components. Among the disadvantages is the fact that the tile is characterized by a cold surface and fragility;
• Mirror. It helps to visually increase the area of ​​the corridor. There are tiles with matte or tinted edges.Some buyers choose imitation of expensive metal, sandblasted products. To enhance the aesthetic qualities of the finish, you can use the built-in lighting to illuminate the floors;

• Marble the surface of the floor is considered an indicator of the luxury and refined taste of the home owners. The floor surface made of natural semi-precious stones is able to emphasize the status of its owners. High performance characteristics, along with decorative qualities, support the relevance of using marble tiles in the corridor of a city apartment and country houses;
• Gypsum tiles are suitable only for finishing work on some areas of the floor. It is relevant for areas between walls and floors, as well as decorative edging. Such material is not suitable for full-fledged laying of floors due to its low strength.

When choosing floor tiles in the hallway, keep in mind the fact that a surface that is too light and dark accentuates all the dirt. To avoid cleaning the floors every day, opt for medium shades. Dirt is not so conspicuous if the surface of the products is equipped with an image and relief.

The most popular is the chess combination with the ornament, due to which you will get a beautiful surface.

Stone products are often used in classic or country-style corridors.

Special wood-like tiles are capable of repeating oak, linden, pine patterns. Many buyers prefer the aged tile types, with traces of scuffs and scratches. Also popular are products that coincide in shape and size with a solid board or parquet strip. Manufacturers offer a wide range of designs, among which there is an option for every interior.

Brick-look floor tiles come in many varieties. It is popular due to the wide choice of textures, decor and material of manufacture. The area of ​​use of such tiles is quite wide.

Thinking over the design of the floor in the corridor, you should start with the choice of color. You will need to decide whether the floor will be light or dark in the hallway.

Recently, a light floor has been in demand. It is suitable for a variety of fashionable interiors in which apartments and country houses are made.

The dark floor will fit well not only in the classic interior, but also in other styles, which include Baroque, Rococo, Oriental, Japanese and Chinese trends.

You should focus not only on the style of the room. Different surface colors create different sensations. For example, light ones add lightness and airiness to the interior, along with a visual expansion of the boundaries of the room.

If only you live in the apartment or your family does not have children and animals that often run and jump along the corridor, you can choose a floor surface with less durable characteristics.

Many people prefer to use laminate flooring for the hallway. There is a wide selection of this material in stores, among which you can choose not only a suitable shade, but also an option that imitates valuable varieties of wood. This surface has good aesthetic and performance properties.

Not all types of laminate are suitable for the corridor. For this room, you need to purchase a grade of class 31-33, since it has a high level of wear resistance.

Natural wood products in the corridor are more of a decorative element than a functional one. The hallway is a room in which practical, moisture-resistant and mechanical-resistant materials should be used. Parquet is not capable of boasting such qualities in full.

It should also be borne in mind that wood has a fairly high price tag.

Some apartment owners decide to use carpet as flooring in the hallway. The choice of such a surface should be based on the quality of the material. Carpets are made from natural and synthetic yarns.

Synthetic carpet has an affordable price and good performance:

• it does not wrinkle;
• easy to care for;
• due to the synthetic composition, insects and bacteria do not multiply in it.

It is undesirable to use cork coverings with linoleum in the corridor, because such products do not differ in sufficient strength. It is best to use this material in living rooms.

The cladding tiles are ideal not only for the corridor, but also for the shower room. First of all, this is due to its moisture resistance and resistance to the formation of mold and bacteria. To eliminate such a disadvantage as a cold surface, install a "warm floor" system.

Manufacturers also offer options for floor tiles. Such a mosaic creates an original interior in any room and allows you to make the design of the room exclusive. Recently, many buyers give preference to mosaic tiles and leave positive reviews about their purchase.

Anyone can lay tiles on the floor in the corridor with their own hands. The design component of this process consists of the styling itself and work on the combination of colors and textures. You can ask the designer to help you with the choice of colors or do all the work in person.

Experts can create unique pictures from tiles. Mosaic is a popular product for creating designs and beautiful patterns.

The diagonal layout is used in rooms with a small area. Such a drawing is able to visually enlarge the room. The same effect is given by the combined option, where the tile material is combined with other finishing materials.

You need to lay the material in compliance with the following rules:

• laying should be done exclusively on a flat floor;
• to make the work more comfortable, draw a preliminary layout;
• you only need to apply glue to the floor;

• all trimmings should be accompanied by a level check. The floor surface must be flat;
• grouting can only be started after the glue has completely dried;
• the tile material should be laid out using two methods: "seam in seam", "in stagger".

Before starting the cladding process, the floor surface should be carefully leveled. To do this, you will need to dismantle the old flooring, whether it be a wooden floor, linoleum or laminate. After the surface is cleared of debris and all the irregularities are leveled, you can proceed to the screed. For this work, any specialized tool that is sold in hardware stores is suitable. After the screed has dried, you can make markings.

For the markup to be correct, you should not be guided by the walls of the corridor, because they can go obliquely.

This option takes a lot of time, because you will need to apply each tile separately. To reduce the amount of waste, you can put the products "on dry" and analyze the resulting layout.

The tiled floor is laid out in the same way as the walls. Any universal type of adhesive can be used as a fixing agent. Please note that its layer must be greater than the thickness used for wall decoration. Use a notched trowel to apply and then press the tiles to the floor.

It is better to use the first option as a last resort, because if the layout is incorrect, such material begins to "play up", and when it comes into contact with heavy objects, it forms chips.

Tile in the hallway is an appropriate option if used in moderation. It is best to use laminate, parquet or linoleum as the main floor material. Together with them, floor tiles can be located at the same level with the floor surface or slightly higher. It is not allowed that the height of such an overstatement is more than 3-5 cm, since a deviation from the norm will turn the hallway into a traumatic room.

The shoe area has a functional value. When you select it, you will mark an area beyond the boundaries of which you can not go out in dirty boots. As a rule, many people use tiles for this area, and the rest of the floor is covered with laminate.

You can use two types of floor connections: linear and curly. In the first case, the use of straight lines at the joints is provided. To obtain curly borders, you need to cut tiles, make calculations. However, the additional costs will be offset by the result of your work.

Flexible joint sills are sold in almost every hardware store. Straight joints are easier to work with, especially since manufacturers offer a rich assortment of this material. You can purchase a nut of any color. This approach allows you to make the corridor harmonious and attractive.

Most manufacturers of floor tiles offer their audience ready-made projects that contain all the necessary components. With this collection, you can create a floor pattern. Many people like the option that uses a variegated "carpet" with edging in the center. This design will become the centerpiece of the entire hallway.

The patchwork technique is widespread, in which there is a square tile with a gray ornament, arranged in random order. The surface of the floor is like a patchwork quilt, using the same colors with different variations of the image. Such a floor will become the accent of the corridor and will attract the attention of guests.

The famous "chessboard" looks spectacular in the hallway, visually increasing the volume of the room.This method of layout belongs to the category of distinctive, but it goes well with any style, from classics to high-tech. When choosing such a tile, consider the need for neutrality of the rest of the surfaces.

You can also increase the width of a narrow corridor by laying at the junctions of rooms in a two-room apartment with a floor of the same material. For example, use tiles on the doorstep of the kitchen, bathroom and hall. This is a beautiful idea that not only has an aesthetic function, but will also fulfill the intended effect.

Many apartment owners choose a combined option, in which the tiles are combined with other floor coverings. Ceramic tiles will perfectly match the laminate flooring. Such a solution allows dividing the corridor into zones, providing additional convenience and originality.

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