Wood tile in interior design

Recently, as a finishing material for residential premises, wooden tiles are increasingly used. Among the distinctive features of the material of this type can be noted environmental friendliness, a wide selection of colors and patterns, a pleasant texture.

Wooden tiles can be used in rooms with high humidity (bathrooms, bath). The material can be used for cladding any wall and ceiling surfaces in bedrooms, hallways, kitchen areas, living rooms, offices, conference rooms, high-class hotel rooms. The woodgrain coating gives the room not only an aesthetically complete look, but also creates a favorable microclimate inside the closed space, provides heat and sound insulation.

Wood tile has a number of undeniable advantages:

• not afraid of moisture and temperature extremes;
• looks very presentable;
• is an environmentally friendly material;
• no stains are formed on the surface;
• strong and wearproof;
• easy to maintain.

Wood tile is of two types: for walls and for floor. The floor version of the panels has a rectangular shape and implies a seamless installation. Such a coating will harmoniously fit into the interior of the room, decorated in African, Oriental or eco-style.

Wooden tiles are perfect for country style. It is well combined with bamboo coating or natural stone, so it would be appropriate for a room decorated in Oriental or Thai traditions.

In a bathtub decorated in ethnic style, wooden flooring can overlap with a sink of the same material.

In the retro style can be used wooden tiles, imitating parquet. A material in the form of a mosaic is well suited for facing rooms with high humidity (bathroom).Here it will be appropriate to cover with antique imitation, with the effect of brushed or unevenly colored. This will add a twist to the bathroom.

To bring a touch of luxury and elegance to the interior, you can use glossy tiles of black and white colors. Connoisseurs of modern trends in design will like the cover with inscriptions.

Wooden tile is presented in a huge range of colors: from white and milky shades to wenge. A light covering is suitable for any interior, however, so that the room does not look like a hospital ward, it is better to include bright details with a pattern in the design.

• The most common tile format for the bathroom is 30 * 30 cm. A material of this size gives the room a presentable appearance.
• On the floor in the bathroom often choose a floor format 10 * 10 cm. Material of this size is convenient to put on the hollows and protrusions. Coverage of this size will look good in small bathrooms, as it will not overload the interior.
• The wooden tile imitating parquet is produced in the format of 15 * 60 cm.

Paths paved with wooden tiles, are durable, resistant to mechanical stress and temperature changes. The wood used in the garden undergoes special treatment. In the process of laying all the tiles were aligned, use the cord and construction level. Before laying the panels it is necessary to create a sand pillow.

The most beautiful type of wooden tiles for the garden - in the form of leaves or geometric shapes. This type of coating is the most expensive in its class, as it is produced on special equipment.

Tiles made of wood can be laid with your own hands, the main thing is to strictly follow the instructions. Finishing work for walls and ceiling are divided into several stages:

• The selection of material based on the stylistic direction of the room.
• Calculate the required amount of coverage. To obtain specific numbers it is necessary to measure the walls and ceiling. The calculation is as follows: the length of the room should be added to the width and multiplied by 2. Multiply the resulting number by the height of the ceiling. From the amount to take away the area of ​​the window and door openings. The calculation of the number of square meters of tiles for the ceiling will be carried out as follows: the width of the room must be multiplied by the length. Since different batches of material may vary significantly in color and texture, before purchasing a coating, it is recommended to ensure that all packages have the same batch and lot numbers.
• Preparation of walls for finishing involves their maximum alignment with putty and reinforcement (drywall).
• Installation of wood coating is carried out with glue. It is applied with a spatula with small teeth on a clean surface.

• The main process of installation of wood tiles is similar to the finish of the ceramic counterpart. However, before laying a wooden covering it is better to keep it indoors for at least three days. This measure is necessary for the material to absorb moisture, which slightly increases its size.
• After the installation is complete, it is necessary to remove the traces of glue from the coating and polish the surface with a soft, lint-free cloth.

How to make laying of a wooden tile, look in the following video.

Company Kerama marazzi most famous of the Russian manufacturers of tiles. It offers its customers over 2000 varieties of cladding material. A feature of all tile collections is the imitation of the style of any country.

All models are available for viewing in the electronic 3D-catalog. Among other advantages of coatings it is necessary to highlight:

• high quality;
• application in the production of the most modern technologies.

Italian company Fap Ceramiche produces tiles of the elite class, imitating the original material. The material is of high quality, durability, environmental friendliness. However, this manufacturer has some disadvantages.The size of the tiles in packs may vary by a millimeter.

Among the Spanish companies that produce the most interesting in design, durable and durable tiles, it is worth highlighting the company Porcelanosa and Fanal. The coating produced in these factories is environmentally friendly, with a huge palette of colors and textures. The surface of the tile can be decorated with embossed inlays or by spraying.

When choosing a wooden tile you need to look marking. The abbreviation PEI is responsible for the degree of wear resistance. If the letters are followed by Roman numerals III or IV, it means that the chosen model has a high wear resistance.

For resistance to chemical attack is the abbreviation A or AA. The level of friction characteristic of the material is denoted by Latin numerals. It is preferable if it will be the number 11.

Tile is better to choose without chamfers, then on the walls and the floor will not be visible seams. Although its installation is much more difficult to implement, the result will be worth the effort.

Tile grout does not need to match the tone of the base material. Contrast grout will give the room an original look.

Pay attention to the wood pattern: the transverse strip will visually expand the space, and the longitudinal, on the contrary, narrow (this applies to tiles laid on the floor). The vertical pattern on the walls allows you to visually lift the ceiling, and the horizontal - to expand the space.

Narrow tiles can be mounted on the walls both horizontally and vertically.

As for the choice of color tiles, here it is necessary to adhere to the following recommendations:

• the accuracy and home comfort of the room will add a material of light tones;
• for spacious bathrooms fit tile color of cherry, oak, zebrano;
• in order to visually expand the room, you need to choose light colors that imitate oak or birch;
• pastel shades (ash, maple, walnut) will bring comfort to the room.

Despite the fact that the wooden tile is very beautiful and has a number of indisputable advantages, buying this variant of the coating, remember that the circular decoration (walls and floor) of the room with such material will make the room dark and uncomfortable. Therefore, it is better to combine wooden tiles with other materials.