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Minimise Grout Lines
When designing the interior of a small bathroom space, it is easy to assume that smaller rooms require smaller elements. However, often the reverse is true. Compact floor tiles, for example, can be less effective than a larger design. By laying wide- format tiles, you won’t have as many joints, resulting in fewer fussy grout lines. As a result, a room with large-format tiles will feel more streamlined and spacious.
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Dabble with Designs
Chevron and herringbone patterns have been gaining popularity on Houzz for a while. As well as adding interest to a room, when laid correctly they can have the added benefit of making the space appear bigger, because the arrow-like shape emphasises the length of the surface.
Similarly, a diagonal tile pattern across a floor can help a room feel more spacious, if the tiles and grout lines are angled from one corner to the other, sweeping across the space.
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Reverse the Norm
If you’re choosing tiles for a room with a low ceiling, try rotating traditional metro tiles and stacking them on top of each other for a quick way to elongate a space. This is a technique used to great effect by professionals on Houzz, where tiles are laid vertically rather than horizontally, drawing the eye upwards, to create the illusion of height.
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Reflect the Light
You can also create an impression of space in a small room by choosing floor tiles that reflect the light. The surface of the tiles is key, as a glossy finish is more reflective than a matt surface, and will help to bounce light around the room. Polished porcelain floor tiles are a versatile option, as they come in a range of finishes. If you’re going for a glossy material on a bathroom floor, professionals on Houzz suggest wiping the surface dry after using the shower or bath to avoid slipping, using non-slip mats or applying an anti-slip treatment.
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