5 Amazing Tile Patterns To Make Your Home Look Unbelievable!

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By Mike Hartwick


Regardless of whether they are used on the floor or on the wall, tiles make for fantastic material. Fortunately there are many tile patterns which can help you to achieve whatever your goals are. Here's a quick intro. to five outstanding ones to start you off.

The simplest tile pattern of all is what's known as the straight lay. Like the name suggests the tiles are laid out so that they all line up evenly and in a straight line. It is the most commonly seen pattern because it is so easy to install and also looks great. This is should be your first choice if you are laying your tile yourself and have little to no experience or are just looking for a standard flooring option which looks good no matter where it is installed.

Another way to go is the diagonal pattern. This is like the straight lay but with this one, the tiles are laid at a forty five degree diagonal. Because of this, when you are looking at the pattern you will see the widest part of the tile. That means the pattern will make the space or room appear to be bigger than it really is. For this reason it's a smart choice if you have a small area.

The running bond pattern is an extremely popular choice and one which can be seen almost every time you step outside. It is also called the brick pattern because it most often seen in the brickwork of buildings. Not only does this pattern look great but it has another very important function. Many interior decorators use this pattern as a weapon to distract the eye from imperfections. It's a very smart tool to use if you need to cover up flaws.

The herringbone pattern is named for its similarity to the bones of a herring fish. It is an luxurious choice and therefore is very desirable. If you need to make a narrow room or space look wider than it is, the herringbone can work wonders. However, this pattern is best left for a pro to install unless you are very skilled. An experienced workman can will be able to create a pattern which you'll be enamored with.

The Versailles tile pattern goes by many names. It's also called the modular and sometimes the French pattern. Unlike other choices it uses tiles that are 4 different sizes. It can almost look random but it is actually very well planned. So, unless you are a professional you should hire someone else to install it for you. The Versailles not only works inside but for the patio too!

From simple to complex, tile patterns offer beauty anyone can enjoy. Just do some research and think about what you want to accomplish for your space before you buy and you'll be on your way to beauty in no time!




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