Tile under the metal in the interior

Tiled and ceramic tiles are quite familiar to consumers, but manufacturers are making every effort to diversify their products. One of the newest offers is the imitation of a metal surface. Among designers, this solution is a great success. Let's get acquainted closer with a similar finishing material.

Modern technologies allow to make tiles for metal very interesting and original in appearance. There are imitations of steel and copper, aluminum and gold, as well as a chrome-plated surface.

Sophisticated design allows you to apply such coverage in public places and in most rooms of a residential building.The design of a tile that imitates metal can be shocking, and often has very original textures.

The use of the latest developments allows to ensure the highest durability of metal tiles, as well as its resistance to wear. The handling of such materials is very simple - unlike real metal, they are never covered with rusty stains or drips, and they also have no nasty iron-like aroma.

Temperature fluctuations, high humidity and even the action of ultraviolet are not afraid of metal tiles. Pleasant appearance of such products is maintained for many years.

"Metal" surface is very different:

• matte;
• volumetric (three-dimensional);
• glossy;
• mosaic.

There are three main methods that create metal imitation:

• duplication of its structure;
• applying a thin metal layer on top of a plain tile;
• metal tiles with additional effects.

The first type can so accurately reproduce the external nuances of the metal, that only a touch on it allows one to be convinced of the opposite. Some manufacturers spray stainless steel or precious metals on porcelain.

The group with a metal layer, creating an interesting visual effect, includes products with imitations:

• patinated copper;
• blackened silver;
• rusty steel;
• aged bronze or gold.

The third method of manufacture is a compromise. When it is on the ceramic tiles of the usual type of causing metal stains or even make it interspersed with a thoughtful ornament. Separate collections can shine, have a silver background and the image above it.

The metallized surface is universal. It will look good both at the entrance to the dwelling and on the facade. In the bathrooms, tiles can create a unique accent. A similar effect will be in the living room or hallway.

Imitation of smooth polished metals, as a rule, is glazed. More often such materials are applied to the walls.

When the tile combines gloss and a matte surface, you can create a feeling of smooth and polished steel, aluminum, copper. This coating is recommended for areas with low load - bathrooms, living rooms and bedrooms. Often used gold trim, especially if the owners tend to give the interior a rich appearance. This surface can imitate ceramics, coated with glaze, or the thinnest layer of sprayed metal on the tile.

In the setting hi-tech or minimalism metal tile is used as a key motif. It is well combined with furniture products from modern materials.

If the room is made in old and classic formats, imitation of bronze or rusted steel is preferred. The rough surface can be easily combined with brick or tile reproducing it, or with textured plaster. Thick, rich colors give an attractive contrast to light cabinets and tables, as well as white and light gray finishing materials.

Decorative tiles for metal will look attractive in the interior in only one case - when they are carefully selected, having familiarized themselves with all their characteristics.

In wet rooms you can not put a coating under metallic with microscopic pores. It easily absorbs water and odors. In hallways and living rooms, where so many people walk, it is worthwhile to place tiles of at least 4th grade of mechanical resistance. In the bathroom and kitchen should pay attention to the level of sliding (the smaller it is, the better).

Also note that:

• most often for the base it is recommended to use calm colors;
• bright details should be reserved for the design of expressive accents;
• with a combination of light and dark shades it is better to make an advantage in favor of the former;
• light tone is able to push the boundaries of the room;
• black, brown colors help to bring them together;
• When choosing a color, one cannot ignore the difference between artificial and natural light, as it can radically change perception.

Products in the “copper haze” format look very original and attractive, especially in the case when a lighter plane is placed above, and a moderately gray one above. Such a solution will look good against the background of wooden furniture in a classic interior,

A niche (groove), covered with fine tile with a mirror effect, in the middle of darker walls turns out to be a bright and expressive accent. Such a design move requires carefully select the top light in the recess.

If you decorate a substantial part of the wall with the same coating and further emphasize the chosen theme using brilliant accessories, you will get quite an attractive atmosphere. White surfaces around the sink are easily diluted by the use of metallized tiles, as if covered with a huge amount of sparkles.

In the selection of spectacular tiles for metal is very important to be guided by their own taste and recommendations of designers. Only then the created composition will look perfect.

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