What type of cement tile to choose for the bathroom?
Traditional cement tiles have the characteristic of being quite thick and therefore quite heavy. Also, it is not necessarily suitable for all locations in the bathroom. If it works perfectly on the floor, porcelain stoneware imitations are generally preferred for the wall covering of the bathroom.
The vintage pattern is a safe bet to give character to the bathroom. We love the aged finish. Not only does this type of cement tile have a more authentic look, but with its faded colors, it is also brighter.
Cement tiles are now adorned with very contemporary patterns, available in a wide range of colors – from the softest to the most daring.
Cement tiles are perfect allies for introducing color into the decor. We play it without hesitation to pimp the white bathroom.
Color and patterns worry you, because you fear getting bored? Opt for cement tiles with a graphic look in black and white: a very sure way to try your hand at geometric decoration.
In terms of format, cement tile is traditionally square. However, we can prefer more current formats: hexagonal or mosaic.
How to adopt cement tiles in the bathroom?
The cement tile seduces of course for its aesthetics. It is also a valuable ally for creating a cozy bathroom, even when the configuration of the room is delicate.
Cement tiles are a very safe way to energize the decor of a minimalist white bathroom.
Thanks to its ability to give relief to the decor, cement tile is the ally of very small spaces. With it, even a micro bathroom displays a look full of pep.
Combined with deep colors such as dark green, cement tiles create a cozy and peaceful, yet dynamic atmosphere.
The classic option is to adopt cement tiles on the splashback or as wall tiles in the shower. For a more theatrical effect, they are used to stage the freestanding bathtub.
In a vintage-inspired bathroom, we opt for carpeting, which enhances the freestanding bathtub.
The cement tiles delicately highlight the decorative elements such as the shower niche or the mirror. To pull it off, make sure you leave the spotlight to them. In this bathroom, for example, we opted for industrial bathroom furniture with a minimalist design.
With its strong presence, the tiles cement the look. Use this feature to structure the space! In this parental suite, the basin area is well marked. The cement tiles on the floor delimit the bath area, while making a nice link with the bedroom.
Cement tiles lend themselves well to creating a base: a very effective solution for remodeling the space and making it more cocooning when the bathroom has a very high ceiling.
Cement tiles in the bathroom: what style of decoration to choose?
Cement tiles are one of the leading materials of the end of the 19e century. We therefore expect it in the retro bathroom. However, this is far from your only option!
A glass roof: that’s all it takes to twist the vintage spirit of the metro tiling and cement tile tandem and create a loft/workshop atmosphere in the bathroom.
Icon of the retro bathroom, the cement tile adds a touch of charm to the industrial bathroom.
The Nordic white bathroom is functional and bright. Cement tiles give it a touch of softness, especially if you opt for a pastel color or a sober gray.
Although it is as refined as possible, the minimalist bathroom does not lack personality when it is adorned with cement tiles! Here, we opted for a duo of warm colors emblematic of the 1970s: a little trendy retro twist.
When they are available in light and natural colors, cement tiles bring a trendy note to the organic bathroom or the Zen bathroom.
Klein blue, sunny yellow or cactus green: in vibrant colours, cement tiles bring a sunny spirit to the bathroom. Here is a beautiful backdrop for a Mediterranean decor.
The cement tile lends itself perfectly to a bohemian decoration in the bathroom.
With which material to combine cement tiles in the bathroom?
The combination of metro tiles and cement tiles remains a classic. However, many other associations work!
If the combination of metro tiling and cement tile makes you crack, forget the classic white or black metro: prefer a colored model that will bring a touch of originality.
The cement tile creates a beautiful visual impact, and it is enough on its own to give character to the bathroom. It is therefore easily associated with painting.
We still love zellige tiling in the bathroom. With its very glossy finish, it creates a superb contrast with cement tiles, with a matte finish.
In the modern bathroom, we associate the cement tile with a minimalist contemporary tiling. To stick to trends, opt for a rectangular format in small format or conversely for XXL slabs.