Mirror tiles: what are the types and how to choose it correctly?
There are several types of this material: mirror tiles on the ceiling , on the walls and colored pendant tiles ( more like decor).On the floor, mirror coatings do not stelut due to the risk of damage to the material, as well as the possibility of causing injury. If we talk about the first type, the tile can be either solid or with cut-outs for spot lights.
Mirrored ceiling tiles are usually available in standard sizes - 59.5x59.5 cm. The wall has completely different shapes and sizes( usually as rectangular ceramic tiles - 29.5x29.5 and 119.5x115.5 cm ).Color can be green, bronze, silver, blue, gold, etc. In order to properly select this material, it is important to take into account some technical parameters.
The main parameters include: compliance with GOST 17716-91, the absence of copper and lead in the coating, the presence of a reflectivity of 92%.If these characteristics are met, then you can safely buy material, it will last a long time.
The properties of the mirror tile
Highlighting the advantages and properties of the mirror tile, of course, I would like to mention its excellent aesthetic characteristics of the .It is used, first of all, when decorating interior design( when you need to visually expand the space, make it more light).Therefore, this material is convenient to use in poorly lit, small rooms( where there is little sunlight).
In addition to this, mirror tiles glue and in rooms with low ceilings, because visually the space becomes larger. If we talk about form, color and size, then there is simply an unlimited choice. Particularly noticeable is a mirror tile with a facet( giving an additional aesthetic fineness to the product).
As a matter of fact, facet is a special method that involves chamfering from a chamfered edge. The width of this treatment is on average from 3 to 40 mm. High-quality edging machines are used for facetting. Mirrors made in this way become a real decoration of the interior.
From the operational properties it is possible to distinguish resistance of tiles to any chemical substances ( including detergent), to high humidity .Therefore, it is ideal for finishing bathrooms. If it is manufactured in accordance with GOST, then has high strength characteristics .
Mirror tiles in the interior of the corridor, bathroom and kitchen
Still often use this material in the bathroom and in the kitchen. It is due to the fact that these rooms usually have small dimensions. Mirror tiles for the bathroom is most often located diagonally. This gives some illusion of the depth of space. Plus, if the height of the room is small, then lay the tile and on the ceilings so that it visually "rose."
Small and narrow corridors can also be lined with a mirror on the left and on the right( but not on opposite sides of each other).It is better if one part is from the left side( at the beginning of the corridor) and the other part to the right( at the end).This will dissipate the daylight that passes from the living room and kitchen. This will create additional lighting. In the corridor it is better to use a tile in the form of a square.
Mirror tiles for kitchens always look stylish, expensive and exquisite( like glass).Its surface can additionally be decorated with various colors and other details. Ideally looks in this design apron. Also for these purposes, there is also a ceramic tile mirror( not to be confused with ceramic tiles), which has a ceramic base and a mirror surface. It is used in a room with low ceilings( at times, with comfortable lamps).
