Imagine you are remodeling your entire home, there are so many things on your plate and such a long to-do list that you are overwhelmed. Now, choosing the tiles will definitely not top your list. But it is something that significantly impacts your home aesthetic. It is therefore best to go over your options, the trends, and what will suit you best. And since there are so many different types of tiles with their unique applications, there are many things to consider when choosing the best tile for you.  

Let’s look at a few things that will fascinate you, some things that you should know, and some tips that will help you in your journey of building the best home — ALL ABOUT TILES. Here’s what is going on in the world of tiles in 2022.

 

— Tile Trends in 2022

This year, the small slab is headed in two different directions which are almost polar opposites. While one trend embraces the monolithic finish where the shape, color, and texture exemplify the room around it, the other experiments with the tile by mixing things up a bit.

Since installing tile takes a lot of labor, you will not want to replace it every few years. You want to choose something that won’t look old-fashioned in just a few years. Here, we will look at some tile trends that will get you going.

 

— Tile-Focused Areas

While the rooms of your house that will get tile attention might be predictable, this year the interpretation will be a little unique. Bathrooms, kitchens, and living rooms are commonly focused on when it comes to tile installation but it’s not your average floor tile or subway tile backsplash.  

The back or the entire body of the kitchen island and the backs of bookshelves, along with other areas, are getting tile or other such thoughtful treatments, say the classic fluted or channeled wood treatment for example. 

 

 

Intrinsically, the cabinet-laden island can be transformed with exterior tile coating. Bookshelf interior, shower to the floor straying tiles, and ceiling tiles, are expected to reign in as well. Then there are bathrooms that are all about showcasing great tile work. 

Except for terrazzo or mosaic, tile typically is a uniform art characterized by neatly stacked shapes, straight lines, and a uniform shape used throughout. And 2022 will encourage a little more playfulness.  

 

— Neutral is Chic

Contemporary designs at the moment largely focus on neutral tile colors. Neutrals go well with the sleek and simple lines of contemporary design. By neutral we mean beige and gray colors, these tend to be the popular choices for contemporary colors. 

 

 

You can always revamp your neutrals to feel on par with trends while creating a refresh that feels true to your personal style. And then, you can add a statement color or play with the shapes and texture on one wall to finish off.

If you are not a fan of neutrals and bright whites, there is something for you too. The jewel-toned colors are rolling out in 2022, along with teal, mustard, yellow, and rust-colored tiles. These tones can instantaneously pump vibrancy into a room.   

 

— Subway is Back in Fashion

 

While the subway was considered dead by designers not too long ago, considering they were viewed as boring, they seem to be all the rage now. They are updated, and of course, the current crop of subway tiles comes with more variety in size, color, and pattern. 

 

When we say subway, we do not mean that you stick solely with subway tile on a backsplash or rely entirely on hexagonal tiles for a bathroom floor. Explore the different mixes of tile shapes and styles to get the best out of it.   

 

— The Power of Matte Finishes

 

 

While glossy finishes seem to be the popular choice when considering tile, matte-finished tiles, however, give a sleek, soft, and striking beauty that never appears gaudy. What makes matte tiles even better is that they don’t smudge or have watermarks as much as glossy ones.

 

— Graphic Patterns for the Artistic Clan 

 

 

Graphic patterns have gone through a bit of a change as well. You can get really creative with them now. Based on your situation and sense of style you can use subtle touches of graphic patterns or make them look like pieces of art. 

 

— Dimensional Change

Apart from patterns and colors, there is one more change in the tiles arena; shapes. Browsing through designs will lead you to traditional shapes like rectangles poised beside hexagons and other geometric shapes. 

Tiles now go beyond the 2D constraints of paint, they infuse color and texture into a room. They make daunting hues and finishes visually digestible. Tiles allow you to inculcate the bold and the wild subtly in your room. 

 

 

The geometrically shaped pictures of pottery and porcelain can really change the look and feel of a room, and they are quite an investment. If you are building a new home or renovating it, you will want to spend a fair amount of time researching your options.  And with all the options out there, it is never too early to start thinking about them.