Black tile: dark floor in the interior

Black color is considered a symbol of uncertainty and mystery. Many prefer it when finishing kitchens, bathrooms, living rooms and corridors, because black is a universal color that has not gone out of fashion for many years.

The flooring is the basis that influences the perception and completes the integrity of the interior. The dark floor will help to fulfill the desires associated with the manifestation of boundless imagination and will unleash inexhaustible inspiration.

The tile has a number of distinctive features due to which it stands out against the background of other facing materials:

• Environmental friendliness;
• Fire resistance;
• Long period of operation;
• Water resistance;
• Strength;

• Resistance to mechanical stress;
• Reliability;
• Availability;
• Extensive scope;
• A rich assortment in size, texture and other indicators.

The basis of a successful design solution with the creation of a floor of dark shades is taking into account the area of ​​the room, in which it is supposed to implement an extraordinary idea, respecting the color balance and choosing the right lighting.

Preferring black as the color of flooring, you must act very carefully, because the wrong combination of colors and a frivolous approach to the design decision for a particular room can lead to an undesirable result and turn the room into a rather dull, gloomy, cold and uncomfortable place.

Visually create space, to achieve a feeling of freshness and cleanliness will help observance of two basic rules:

• In a miniature room, black tiles should not occupy more than one third of the surface area. The best option for a small space will be laying tiles of black color on the floor and incomplete decoration of its walls in combination with light colors.
• In a spacious room, black tiles can be two thirds of the surface. But in the vast space it is not recommended to forget about the combined ratio of colors: if all the walls are black, then the floor and the ceiling are made in bright colors.

Features of the choice of black floor and ceiling:

• Horizontal and vertical alternation of colors will help stretch the floor in the right direction, and the diagonal helps to increase the size of the room.
• To avoid a decrease in surface area, it is not recommended to use large-sized material in the bathroom, laying in a staggered manner. A great find that makes the interior of this room cozier and more comfortable will be a small black tile.

• Chess laying on the floor visually increases the area.
• Laying tiles in strips in width helps to visually expand the room, and in length - to stretch. Tangible volume can be obtained by diagonal stacking of bands, contrasting shades.
• Visually increasing the space in the room will help laying ceramic tile of two contrasting shades on the floor with a Christmas tree.

Black glossy tile with a reasonable combination of colors has a wide range of applications. Thanks to the shimmering surface of the tile is ideal for rooms where there is little light. This is due to its unique property of reflecting light, creating glare and giving the room an unusual effect.

The combination of black tiled tiles is extremely popular. with cream or white tiles. In this case, there is a balance of lighting - black absorbs light, and light shades, on the contrary, reflect it. These combinations improve and soften the darkness of black.

The classic combination of white and black creates absolute contrast. But, unfortunately, such an interior is capable of exhausting and negatively affecting the mood.

To prevent the occurrence of these unpleasant reactions to the selected color scheme will help the following recommendations:

• Do not often alternate between black and white tiles on the wide surfaces of the walls.
• The walls are recommended to harmoniously combine: white, black or cream, black.
• Walls can be divided into black and white areas horizontally and vertically.

The combination of black tiles with a cream finish with a low contrast will make the interior of the room softer.

Pastel shades successfully dilute black.

A skillful selection of practical shades of bright colors: blue, red, orange and others, is able to create a modern and extraordinary room that attracts everyone's attention.

A little to muffle the darkness of black tiles in a spacious room will help borders of light shades, tile panels and inserts decorated with sparkles, silver, gold, floral pattern or even beads.

In order to make the equipped room not too gloomy, it is necessary to follow certain rules:

• In a miniature room, preference is given to tiles with splashes, the floor and wall should be trimmed with black tiles, and the remaining walls should be left light for contrast;
• In a spacious room it will be enough to lay the floor and the three walls with black tiles, and for the fourth one should choose a light shade.
• In a large room with marble tiles of dark shades you can arrange the steps to the floor, kitchen apron or bathroom curbs.

• In the bathroom or in the kitchen, small black mosaic tiles will look elegant and expensive, the elements of which can be alternated with various surfaces, complemented with unusual shades and colors.
• The use of large mirrors, furniture with a glossy surface in the best way will emphasize the black design with its reflective properties.
• When arranging a room with black tiles, you need to take care of the right lighting - the use of spotlights will expand the room.

There are certain conditions that imply the perception of the color palette as a whole and the interaction with the key elements of the room - furniture and walls:

• The unusual appearance of the room will give a rich purple, blue, gray shades, seemingly black at first glance. One or more walls will complement the effect.
• For the interior, decorated in white, ideal dark chocolate shade, which brings completeness to the overall design idea.
• The walls of pink and silver shades are perfectly combined with a dark gray floor, made of slate.
• The game of matte and glossy tiles - the original solution, attracting the attention of contrast textures.
• Heterogeneity, implying light streaks or blotches at the floor covering, will reduce the pressure contrast and hide the disadvantages of care.

Black tile is multi-functional. It is appropriate in a modern living room, distinguished by rigor and conciseness, and in the living room, creatively decorated or in retro style.

Before you make a firm decision about using black tile as a flooring in a built-up room, you need to consider the practical side of the issue, covering the care and maintenance of the original appearance.

It should be remembered that on the dark floor pollution of various kinds: crumbs, dust, stains, animal hair, are better visible than on a light surface. In addition, scuffs, scratches and minor chips, formed on the tile during the operation, will also be catchy and noticeable, and this contributes to damage to the overall appearance of the interior.

Care must be taken to choose the right material to help prevent specific problems from occurring:

• Natural stone (marble, granite, onyx, slate, sandstone). Differs in hardness and wear resistance. Such a material is peculiar to a very heavy weight, which creates difficulties during transportation and installation.

• Ceramics and porcelain tiles. The raw materials used to manufacture these materials are clay, sand, kaolin and spar. Tiles of ceramics are created under the influence of the press and firing, repeated after the application of enamel. The temperature and pressure of the press on the porcelain is more, so its texture is less porous and more durable.
• PVC and carpet tiles.Polyvinyl chloride - the most affordable and easy way to replace the stone with a uniform color. Vinyl carpet tiles, which require constant thorough cleaning, are laid without gaps and glue.

Choosing a floor covering, you should be guided by the place of lining and the corresponding material properties.

Tile requirements for finishing:

• Kitchens - chemical resistance and resistance to heat.
• Bathroom - moisture resistance.
• Hallway - endurance and abrasion resistance.

Impeccable appearance of the tile is an important factor influencing the choice. In the high-quality tile there is a clear geometry, correctness of the forms, corners without damage and a flat front side.

Given the fashion and using the appropriate knowledge, the selection of color solutions tiles will be made properly.

Strict adherence to all rules regarding the installation of dark shades of the floor will provide a stunning result that does not leave anyone indifferent. A bold decision in choosing black, gray or brown for the floor justifies the stated risks associated with the use of gloomy shades.

The following examples of interiors confirm this:

• Dark tile in the kitchen looks very neat and concise. Due to the correctly chosen combination with other interior items, it is difficult to call such a gloomy and boring decision.
• The kitchen, decorated in modern style, it is difficult to imagine with any other floor covering. The tile gracefully blends into the overall interior and harmoniously completes the designer’s unique idea.

• The bathroom with a rich color tile as a floor covering and wall tile with a floral ornament looks very rich, noble and elegant.

• The stunning combination of classic colors in the guest room is a surefire interior decoration option.
• The mysterious pattern on the floor in the hallway, made with the help of original styling, will surely attract the attention of guests.

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