Bathroom Shower Tiling Ideas
If you are thinking of remodeling or installing a new shower in your bathroom, you may want to consider tiling. Tiling a bathroom shower can serve not only a functional and aesthetic purpose, but can also allow you to display your creativity. And while tiles are more prone to mold and mildew than other shower enclosure materials, such as fiberglass and glass block, they allow you the most flexibility in terms of color, style and overall design.
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Ceramic
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Ceramic tiles are the most popularly used tiles in bathroom showers. According to NouveauBathrooms.com, ceramic tiles are easy to clean and help protect against the formation of mold and mildew. However, you should not use ceramic tiles that have a glaze or glossy finish on your shower floor, as they will create a slippery surface when wet.
Porcelain
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Porcelain is a ceramic that has been exposed to excessive heat, or vitrified, and turned into a glass-like substance. According to NouveauBathroom.com, these tiles provide long-lasting color in your shower and are resistant to wear and tear.
Slate/Granite
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According to NouveauBathroom.com, the best types of tiles to use for bathroom shower tiling are slate or granite. Not only are these tiles aesthetically pleasing, but also they are the most durable and the safest, providing a relatively slip-free surface when wet.
Glass
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The popularity of glass tiles in bathroom showers is on the rise, according to BathroomTileStore.com. Glass tiles are expensive, but can give your shower a shimmering and elegant look unmatched by other types of tile. There are six main styles of glass tile available, all made through slightly different processes: cast, etched, fused, sintered, slumped and Smalti.
Painting Tiles
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Instead of replacing old bathroom shower tiles, it's possible to paint over existing ones. According to BathroomTileStore.com, painting your existing tiles is a great way to save money. Try alternating colors when painting your tiles, making sure the colors are complementary to each other and to the color scheme of your bathroom.
Stencils
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If you are afraid of painting freehand, or just feel like adding an extra bit of decoration to your bathroom shower tiles, stencils are a great idea. They allow you to create a uniform design or designs on all or some of your tiles. Flowers and shells are some of the most common bathroom stencil designs used.
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