Ceramic tile for kitchen on an apron

An apron is an important element of the kitchen interior, which not only performs a decorative function, but also protects the walls of the working area from pollution. One of the most suitable materials for the design of the kitchen work area is ceramic or tile, having an attractive appearance and good performance. The most preferred option is ceramic tiles for the kitchen on the apron, made specifically for these goals and having increased resistance to moisture, high temperatures and aggressive detergent components funds.

Characteristics of the kitchen stove

In stores you can find ceramic tiles specifically designed for the kitchen work area. It has a higher density, low porosity and a protective coating of glaze. The tile for the kitchen has a thickness of about 3-4 mm and is highly durable.

Important! Tiles with enhanced protection against aggressive substances contained in cleaning products have the designation “AA”, which must be indicated on the package.

Manufacturers produce materials of different sizes, the most popular format is a square tile with a side of 10 cm. You can also find large square products with side sizes of 15 and 20 cm, rectangular material with dimensions of 15x10 cm, 15x7.5 cm, 15x2.5 cm, 20x10 cm, 20x15 cm, 30x10 cm, 30x20 cm.

Tile Design for Kitchen Work Area

The kitchen in the apartment is not only a room for cooking, it is a place for family dinners and tea parties, intimate conversations. Therefore, in addition to the convenience and practicality of the kitchen design, one should not forget about the appropriate decor, which will help to make the kitchen cozy and beautiful.

There are a lot of options for designing a kitchen space with a tile, so you can easily choose the right option that will be combined with furniture, general interior style and other decorative elements.

Tile Selection Criteria

We have already talked about the requirements that apply to the quality and properties of ceramic tiles, which form the work area. Consider the principles that you need to rely on when choosing a finishing material from an aesthetic point of view.

• The color scheme of the tile should be close to the color of wallpaper or paint on the walls or combined with kitchen furniture and countertops.

• When choosing material of bright, contrasting colors, you need to design the kitchen with additional decorative elements that will resonate with the color of the tile. It can be curtains, dishes, panels or paintings, chair covers, tablecloths and any interior elementsthat will be appropriate in your kitchen.

• From the point of view of practicality and ease of maintenance, it makes sense to give preference to a material with a smooth surface. The apron laid out from a relief tile will be subject to accumulation of dirt and fat which will be rather difficult to clean.

Tile colors for decorating the kitchen

Despite the fact that there are no restrictions on the choice of color for tiles in the kitchen for an apron, we suggest you familiarize yourself with several relevant and win-win color options.

White tile

White is the color of purity and freshness, which, due to its versatility and compatibility with any other colors, will suit any kitchen. Snow-white decoration is an integral part of the Scandinavian-style interior and perfectly complements the classic interior.

The white space of the apron can serve as a field for creativity: it can be decorated with vinyl stickers, which, if desired, can easily be removed and replaced with others. If the white apron seems too monotonous for you, you can decorate it with colorful inserts.

Color contrasts

Bright, contrasting colors - this is a bold design solution that is suitable for many modern styles of kitchen design, such as hi-tech and modern. When choosing a color that contrasts with the shade of the walls and furniture, you must not forget about the additional details of the decor, made in the same color scheme as the tile. When creating contrasts, it is very important to be guided by the principle of moderation, since a large number of contrasting shades will create a feeling of oversupply and tiring.

Neutral tones

Beige and light pink are neutral colors that visually expand the kitchen, make it lighter and at the same time cozy. They are in perfect harmony with other colors, often used in baroque kitchens or in classic interiors.

Black color

Black ceramic tiles in the kitchen look very stylish, expressive and elegant. It can serve as a backdrop for bright decor elements, mirror surfaces and shiny accessories. Black tiles can be used in combination with white, alternating them and creating an imitation of a chessboard. Another combination of black and white in the decor of the kitchen is the use of black finishing material and white ceramic products, for example, dishes. Black tile can be used to create decor in such styles as minimalism, modern, hi-tech. Dark tiles can also be used in a classic interior, but in this case, a stylistic drawing should be applied to it.

Decor Options

In addition to the standard types of ceramic tiles for an apron, you can use interesting and unusual types of decor.

• Mosaic is an interesting option for decorating an apron, especially relevant for insufficiently even walls. Mosaic can be laid out in the form of an ornament or drawing, as well as chaotically, creating the illusion of continuous movement;

• Clinker tiles, which look like brickwork, are becoming more and more popular in recent times. It can imitate both old brick and fresh masonry. Clinker tiled apron is a new fashion trend in design;

• Panel - A popular decor option that manufacturers often offer. The plot of the image can be the most diverse: traditionally in the kitchen it is customary to place all kinds of still lifes that depict fruits, dishes, or flowers. Urban and rural landscapes are becoming increasingly popular.

• Digital printing on ceramic tiles has appeared with the increasing popularity of new styles in the interior, such as high-tech, modern and art deco. With the help of new technologies, a high-quality photo image is applied to ceramics. Its dimensions can be any: the picture can be placed on a separate tile or occupy the entire space of the apron. Printing is made to order, the image is selected by the customer or designer and is unique in its kind.

Some tips for choosing

When choosing tiles in the kitchen for an apron, it is advisable to be guided by the following rules.

1. Large tiles visually reduce space, small tiles - on the contrary, increase.
2. Give preference to elements of the correct form, which will allow you to easily calculate the size and position of the apron. It’s easiest to work with medium-sized square tiles or mosaics.
3. Before buying a tile, you need to calculate the area of ​​the apron, and in accordance with the size of the tile, calculate the required amount.
4. The rule for determining the size of the apron is that its borders should coincide with the borders of the kitchen set. If you have standard kitchen furniture, then the visible part of the apron will be 60 cm in height, and the lower border will be at a distance of 85 cm from the floor.
5. Material must be purchased with a 10% margin. During transportation or during installation, several tiles may break, the packaging may catch a marriage or an instance of a different shade. In addition, the consumption of material increases with a diagonal laying method.

Unusual styling methods

Laying tiles in straight rows is not the only way to lay.

• When using material of different colors and textures, it can be stacked in a chaotic manner.

• The tiles can be placed perpendicularly, staggered and diagonally when each tile is rotated at an angle of 45 degrees to the floor.

• Laying "in reverse" - reminds bricklaying, when each element of the next row is shifted to the side by half its width.

• To obtain an interesting effect, you can use the modular styling option, which involves the use of products of different sizes.

Tip: when using elements of different sizes, it is very desirable to choose products from the same company, best of all from a special modular collection. Then you will have more chances to combine the tiles when creating the apron in a variety of ways without the need for cropping.