Forget about having a dull and traditional tile design in your bathroom. Create an elegant and unique bathroom by installing decorative and elegant tiles. The bathroom tiles can set the tone of the whole space so choose luxurious wall and floor tiles that can turn your bathroom from cold and clinical to elegant and unique.

Decorative bathroom tiles come in different colors, sizes, patterns, textures and materials including, leather, glass, porcelain and ceramic. They add personality and practicality to a bathroom. Great bathroom tile design is a key element to creating a dramatic look in your home so care must be taken to assure that each tile design project turns out to be an asset to your property.

It is important for homeowners to have an understanding of the varieties of tile that are available. The most admired ceramic tile is glazed, which has a non-porous glaze coating and made of clay. The mosaic tile is moisture resistant, while the glass tile is highly durable. Tiles made of natural stone such as marble and granite are beautiful and durable, but can be quite expensive. All of these tile designs are appropriate for bathrooms.

For tile flooring, homeowners should look at the space and overall design of their bathroom before selecting a specific floor. Small bathrooms can probably not support a large, bold tile pattern because it may overwhelm the space visually. Small tiles may be visually attractive in a bathroom, but they are less practical to clean. Homeowners with small bathrooms may want to consider a solid color tile or a subtle small pattern on large tiles. Meanwhile, homeowners with larger bathrooms should look at the overall color scheme of their bathrooms including the fixtures and paint and select a color that either harmonizes or complements the bathroom.

When selecting bathroom tiles, homeowners should ensure that the texture of the tile is not too slick since a slick surface presents a hazard. They should choose a tile with a small amount of subtle texture to prevent household accidents.