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Integral in some way to every bathroom, tile does more than simply cover surfaces in the room. From protecting your home against water damage to laying the foundation for the style and design of the space, your bathroom tile has a more important job than you may realize. There are many different types of tile out there, many of which are more than suitable for use in the bathroom; learning about their differences will help ensure that you make the perfect selection for your home each and every time. Beautiful Marrakech Bahia Tiles When you enter a tile showroom, one of the first things that you may be struck by is how many different types of tile there are. From rustic to contemporary, tile can take on a number of different forms. You break these down into four broad categories to help make your search a little easier. Image: Styled by Marisa Daly; photographed by Simon Bevan. Homes & Gardens, August 2014. Ceramic Tile Ceramic tile is one of the oldest and most well-known typ...

When it comes to bathroom design, shower tile is one area where you don’t normally see a lot of versatility. In fact, shower tiles are something that most people probably don’t see the point in putting a lot of thought into. With that being said, most people will simply go with a light-colored tile, and call it a day. However, for design lovers everywhere, it’s no secret that the ‘small’ details are just as important as anything else, and the color of your shower tile might be something worth putting a little more time into. With that being said, black shower tile is something you don’t normally see every day. In most bathrooms, black is usually not present at all, as light colors are typically favored in this space. However, black shower tile can be the perfect sleek addition to your bathroom, and can help give the room a classic and luxurious feel. Also, one of the cool things about using black is that it can go with any color, and it can blend it well regardless of you...

This bathroom renovation from interior designer Lori Pepe -Lunché is the most dramatic transformation to come our way in a long time. The dark, heavy, cavelike “before” is my idea of a bathroom nightmare . Even if this room were spic n’ span, it would feel unpleasant. Now that doesn’t mean a bathroom needs to be white and light to be appealing, but there’s just no denying that this is a vast improvement. I love the open layout and the exposed, seamless shower design ; not only does it make the room feel spacious and airy, but it also prevents any chance for clutter (which is my biggest obstacle in the bathroom). Make no mistake: a large renovation with marble tile is an investment. But results like these seem well worth it. Amazing work, Lori! —  Kate Have a Before & After you’d like to share? Shoot me an email with your images rig ht he re! (Low res, under 500k per image , please.) More images and basic steps after the jump . . . Time: The renovation took about five weeks from ...

ARTICLE OPTIONS DIY Network expert and licensed contractor Matt Muenster joined Post staff writer Jura Koncius for an online chat. On DIY Network’s “ Bath Crashers ” and “BATHtastic!,” Muenster transforms boring bathrooms into fantastic ones. Here is an edited excerpt. What color bathrooms are trending? Neutral cool gray is my color of choice. I try to create calming spaces in the bathroom, and an attack of color isn’t really the best way to do that. Plus, a neutral color for the walls lets the material selections stand out. I’d rather see my tile pop than my $30 bucket of paint. I’m choosing between laminate and concrete counters. Which would be the better choice? Concrete ... But if you can afford concrete, you can afford almost anything available for countertops. I’d recommend quartz. What about chrome or nickel for countertops? Shiny or brushed. That’s the answer. Personal preference breaks the tie. I think chrome is a bit more timeless, but brushed nickel is a little warmer...

/ By Anne Zhou / October 21, 2015 15 Bathroom Wall Tile Ideas !" class="post__title" tabindex="-1"> Ceramic, Glass, or Stone? 15 Bathroom Wall Tile Ideas ! Here on the Sweeten blog, we aim to translate insight from NYC renovators and contractors into information you can use to make better decisions about improving your home. If you are looking to remodel a bathroom, straightforward necessities like the sink, faucet, and toilet are big purchases that rightly deserve your time and money, but wall tile is your best shot at making a big statement and having the most fun! There are endless options and ways to mix and match tile styles, shapes, textures, and colors to set the overall look and feel of your bathroom. This week: we’ve rounded up both classic and eclectic bath wall tiles from Sweeten renovation projects . Wall tiles are most commonly available in three different materials: ceramic, glass, and stone. Ceramic tiles come in a variety of shapes and pat...