The use of mirrors as an interior decoration has long been not a novelty. However, thanks to modern technologies, the mirror has become not just an ornament, but also an independent finishing material. To give the interior a special expressiveness and solve many decorative problems, the designers are increasingly using mirror tiles. And if earlier this kind of decor prevailed in the bathrooms, today it is widely used in all rooms, even in the bedroom. Look in today's selection of "House of Dreams" the idea of decor with mirror tiles.
Mirror tile
What is the feature of a mirror tile as a decorative material
The main feature of a mirror tile in front of any other finishing material is its decorative value. Mirror surface allows you to visually expand the space and make the room lighter.
Many believe that because of the fragility of the mirror, the tile quickly wears out and does not have all the necessary properties. However, modern high-quality mirror tiles are manufactured strictly according to GOST, respectively, its strength is in no way inferior to the strength of ceramic tiles. In addition, it has very good resistance to changes in temperature, humidity and chemical effects. And, most of all, on a mirror tile, scratches are much less likely than on any other material.
In addition to the standard tiles with a mirror surface, mirror tiles with facet are especially popular. The peculiarity of this product is that, during manufacture, a chamfer is removed from the bevelled side of the mirror, which makes the tile particularly fine and elegant. Tiles with facet can be laid on the surface of walls or ceiling, as a whole mirror cloth, and use it together with other materials.
This type of tile has only one drawback - the complexity of laying. It is best if the installation of the mirror tile is done by professionals, becauseBeforehand, it must be properly cut and ideally prepared surface. During the application, care should be taken to ensure that the joints between the tiles are as narrow as possible, since it is impossible to achieve an even and integral surface with wide joints. In addition, after application, the tile remains to dry for 3-4 days, after which the joints are grouted.
Mirror tile photo
Mirror tile in interior
Mirror tile doors in mirror
Mirror tiles in interior
Traditionally, tiles with a mirror surface are most often used in the interior of a bathroom or in the kitchen, but equally attractive is the interior of the bedroom orliving room.
This finishing material allows you to realize any decorative delights. Having decorated the walls of any room with a mirror tile, you immediately expand its area, make the interior lighter and more elegant. However, the mirror is a rather specific material, and its use in the interior must be subject to strict rules. For example, if you want to maximize the space, decorate a mirror wall or a panel of mirror tiles in front of the window. In this mirror surface should not be exposed to direct sunlight, so it is better to mount a mirror tile just above the window level.
Panel of mirror tiles in the living room
. As strange as it may sound, in some cases the mirror surface does not expand the space, but, on the contrary, narrows it. A similar effect will arise if the tile is mounted not with a single cloth, but with crushed inserts, combining them with other materials. This will look very impressive if you use a mirror tile in a similar manner in the interior of a large size living room, but if the room does not have roominess, it is better to use an integral mirror cloth for its expansion.
Mirror tiles on the wall
Mirror tiles in the interior of the living room
Mirror tiles in the interior of the bedroom
If the mirror tile is not correctly decorated in the interior of the living rooms, the "looking through" effect can appear, when one wall is displayed in the other. This effect is not very comfortable in psychological terms, therefore it is recommended that the tile be made on different levels, so that it is not displayed in each other.
If you want to make a room higher, the best way to accomplish this task is to mirror the ceiling tiles. In this case, an even mirror surface without seams will look especially advantageous. Also very good is the height of the dot design with mirror inserts of the center of the ceiling. In addition, to visually increase the height of the room does not necessarily design the ceiling with this material. A similar visual effect will arise if you use a tile to decorate just the bottom of the room.
Mirror ceiling tiles
Mirror tiles on the ceiling
Mirror ideas for the kitchen
Mirror tiles are ideal for decorating the kitchen, visually expanding it, making it lighter and more cheerful. You can decorate only one wall with a tile or lay it out in the form of a panel. Especially stylish it will look combined with furniture with a glossy or glass surface.
Mirror tile in the kitchen photo
Mirror tile mosaic
Mirror tile mosaic in the kitchen
Kitchen apron from the mirror tile
Mirror bath
Bathroom tile mirror must be chosen according to the peculiarities of this room. In a small and poorly lit bathroom it can safely decorate the entire surface of the walls and ceiling. If the tile is used primarily for decorative purposes, you can experiment with patterns and a combination of tiles of different color shades. For example, the mirror surface is very advantageously combined with ceramic tiles of black, silver or white. However, when using a combination of mirror and ceramic tiles, it is recommended to use products of the same size.
Mirror tile for bathroom
Mirror tile in bathroom photo
Decorating any room with a mirror tile, note that all its decorative value can only appear in combination with the correct lighting. Particularly advantageous is the beauty of the interior with mirror surfaces accentuated by spotlights with soft and diffused light.
Mirror tile is an ideal tool for realizing the most unusual decorative ideas. If desired, it can be used not only for decoration of walls or ceiling, but also for decorating furniture, ledges or openings. The main thing is that the mirror surface is harmoniously combined with the overall interior design.
