It is not always necessary to match tiles on the main floor and the shower in the bath.
Matching bathroom floor tile does create a nice effect that looks clean and tidy but only if this approach is taken carefully. If you are thinking about doing this for the first time, here is a step-by-step guide. If your bathroom has limited space, it is probably better to use the same on the floor and wall tiles of your bathroom. You can play with patterns by combining shapes and matching chair rail. Matching floor and wall tiles creates uniformity throughout the bathroom. When using same tile in darker colours on both walls and the floor, such as dark grey, creates depth which usually gives a more interesting look but additionally white tile or light should be considered since dark tiles attract light less effectively than lighter ones.
The idea of matching floor and walls tiles is usually seen as a good move because it assists in creating the illusion that you have more space.
In a small bathroom, having different tiles or using tiles with patterns in your shower area gives a cramped look and make the room feel smaller. A common solution to this problem is by matching tiles of the complete bathroom so everything fits well together.
There are no absolute rules on whether a shower floor tile should be lighter or darker than the walls, but it can match them by going with the colour scheme. There are several different theories on this topic, so make sure you choose something that looks harmonious and does not distract from what is important in your bathroom.
You may choose to create a contrast with a pattern for a stunning effect by going for a more colourful design for your soap dish, shower curtain or other bathroom accessories. Additionally, you can also take things such as white grout, dark grout or grey border into account. Bathroom lighting such as downlights also plays a role.In the case of large bathrooms, or a large shower, having two separate areas with different styles can be an interesting idea because it has more visual impact. However, if you have limited square footage as well as budget then you might want to have a matching wall to opt for a minimalistic look that suits smaller spaces perfectly.
There are different types of tiles for shower flooring, but the most common are porcelain and ceramic. Both these kinds of tile have one thing in common: the floor tile is usually slip-resistant to make sure you can stand on them with confidence and safety.
Also, small tiles, like mosaic tiles, are more often used on the floor as the water gets to slop around into the grouts. In other words, a tile floor with fewer grout lines can be more slippery when it's wet.
The main difference between them is that porcelain tile has a glossy finish, while ceramic tiles have a more matte finish. Some people don't like the look of glossy tiles on the floors because they can create unnecessary amounts of glare if there is too much light in the room. You might be able to have them reglazed.Make sure your tile choices suits your bathroom style and matches the other materials, such as the shower door or shower threshold you have chosen for decorating.
The floor tiles are usually kept to a certain size so that all the grouts match up well to finish off a good-looking design. Some manufacturers sell only full packs so you may need more than one box, but usually, anywhere between eight and twelve tiles will be enough to cover an area in your shower. If you are not sure, you can always consult your local or designated tile shop. The Northern Territory State Government has a handy guide to refurbishing wet areas in your home. Your local or state government may have something similar.Finally, you would want to seal the tiles for higher durability. The proper way to seal the floor is by using clear sealant after grouting all your tiles together. You may use an epoxy or polyurethane clear sealant which does not yellow over long periods of time and ensures any cracks or damaged areas are fully covered up for extra protection.