How to Make a Room Look Large Using Tile Installation
Tile is a versatile product that will retain its look and last much longer than many other types of flooring. When choosing what size and type of tile will look best in your room, it's important to take scale into consideration. If your room is small and you want to enlarge it through your tile choice, it's possible to fooli the eye into thinking your space is larger than it really is. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
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Measure your room and make note of the dimensions.
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Choose larger tiles, such as 12 by 12, 18 by 18, or even 24 by 24 inches. This creates the illusion of more space since there will be less grout lines to disrupt the surface.
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Lay larger tile on the diagonal, which also helps open up the floor space without creating too many grout lines that go with a more intricate pattern. This keeps the surface smooth but creates interest and an open feel.
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Select a grout color that blends with the color of the tile instead of contrasting, especially if you lay smaller tiles, such as subway tiles or mosaics, for example. This will help smooth the surface to the eye so that the grout lines don't stand out and create an overly busy floor that will just shrink the room.
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Choose a simple layout for smaller spaces, such as a diagonal or brick pattern, and save the more intricate pinwheel or Versailles patterns for larger spaces that can do these patterns justice. A simple pattern that minimizes grout lines will enlarge your space and give it an updated look at the same time.
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Tips & Warnings
Color plays a role in creating the illusion of a larger space. Choosing light-colored tiles and light grout will help enlarge your space, as well. If you choose a darker tile, then make sure your walls will contrast with a lighter color. Darker tile won't shrink your space if you have light and bright walls, natural light, and lighter-colored furnishings. Dark tile, in this case, will recede into the background and, as long as your grout lines aren't too noticeable, will enlarge your space by making it disappear into the background.
