BATHROOMS & KITCHENS TIMELESS BEAUTY


Lee Reed, Product Manager at Easy Bathrooms, discusses how tile professionals can effectively achieve a classic, aged interior look with vintage-inspired tiles.


Vintage — a word that’s usually associated with quality, antique furniture — is inspiring a unique style that adds character to any home.


This eclectic look has been getting its well-deserved moment in the spotlight for some time now, from featuring in interior magazines to bloggers’ Instagram accounts and furniture showrooms across the UK. And when it’s done right, it’s easy to understand why.


Radiating effortless, laid-back style, vintage can be seen in many home furnishings, including rustic filament lamps, French-inspired bathroom units and velvet living room sofas. But perhaps the biggest vintage statement of all, is retro bathroom flooring.


Taking inspiration from Europe, this classic look is best achieved with ceramic tiles. Think intricately-patterned buildings in Portugal, authentically-cracked pavements in France and beautifully-grand cathedrals in Italy — the kind that leave you in awe and, like a fine wine, get better with age.


It’s safe to say this is a style which might split opinion, but homeowners are becoming more daring in their choices. So, while some customers may already have a bold tile in mind, others will surprise themselves when they go for something more impactful.


With so many options and patterns available, there’s a beautiful vintage floor tile option for almost every bathroom.


In a high-traffic area, such as a family bathroom or en suite, it’s important that customers choose a durable flooring which will last, and look great, for years to come. As time has shown, ceramic tiles with timeless patterns last practically forever, so you can recommend this style with confidence.


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Let’s take a look at three different options…


The ‘Fired’ tiles are some of our favourite. This style takes the idea of shabby chic furniture and applies it to tiles. With aged and worn edges and textured scratches, the black and white option has inherent imperfections which give the tile serious personality.


The matte finish works particularly well when using classic glossy metro tiles on the wall, while adding character to what could be a clinical space without them.


Next up, is the star-patterned design — a bold, grey geometric tile with a boutique, Spanish feel. With fake joints and a reclaimed effect, they evoke memories of days gone by and offer a rustic charm that customers can love for years to come.


Pretty and practical, this is the perfect tile for a busy bathroom floor.


The final tile in this antique range is the simple, white ceramic option — a chic and stylish choice for any modern or classic home. The bumpy, rustic feel of the matte finish would look as equally great in a traditional farmhouse, as it would in a new property. Customers can combine this with a rich, navy wall tile or geometric tiles to offset their vibrancy.


Each tile is 450x450cm, made up of four smaller units, making it a great choice for anyone who wants a quick and easy tiling option.


This look moves away from the manicured, clean finish and creates one that is considered and eclectic — something ‘perfectly imperfect’.


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www.easybathrooms.com www.tomorrowstileandstone.co.uk


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