Glass tiles are known for their beauty and have actually been used for hundreds of years. They are especially good for bathrooms and kitchens where humidity levels are high because they are non-porous, which means they do not absorb water. They are also extremely easy to clean and can open up small rooms by reflecting light.
There are all sorts of bathroom designs where you can make glass tiles work and although they are usually more difficult to install, the end product will be a fabulously designed bathroom that you can enjoy for years to come.
Glass tiles are ideal for backsplashes and different colors and sizes can be used to create a focal point in your bathroom. They are usually more expensive than other brands of tile, but they are great for updating your bathroom and can be used in certain areas, such as the backsplash and shower area. Ceramic or other tiles are often used in conjunction with glass, making them slightly less expensive. They can be used as borders or center patterns with other tiles as a frame.
Glass mosaics come in a wide range of colors and sizes and although larger mosaics are easier to install, smaller ones are often used due to their beauty and style. The smaller ones can be used around the edges of the shower and the central area to create a design.
Glass tiles are definitely a must see and should not be limited to places like an enclosed shower. Designs can be created around towel rings and as a border around the bathtub. Remember that you don’t have to tile an entire wall to create a unique and elegant design. Mosaic tiles are also great in bathrooms and there are many different variations in styles. Simpler tiles are often used with tile-themed flashing tiles, either in a straight line or laid diagonally. Mosaic tiles on a shower wall are also a popular design and can really brighten up a small area. Glass tiles used in showers are ideal because they are very easy to clean and the color variations will really brighten up the area.
Glass can also be used on the floor along with ceramic tiles; Patterns can be designed to fit around the edges or by completing a central glass mosaic design with ceramic mosaics as a frame.
Glass tiles are more expensive, but they are definitely worth the extra cost, as they will add elegance and style to any bathroom. There is always the option of using glass tiles in conjunction with other tiles, keeping cost to a minimum.
