Adding different tile textures is a smart home design option, as this style gambit lends eclectic beauty to kitchens, bathrooms, living rooms, and beyond. Whether a homeowner chooses glass, natural stone, porcelain slab, ceramic, or high-end vinyl tiles, they'll find that selecting two types of tiles is the key to adding sophistication. Now, it's time to share expert tips for DIY homeowners and contractors, which will help you create stunning indoor environments. 

A Statement Wall Can Be A Masterpiece

Any living room, kitchen, or bedroom wall can be a dazzling design statement. A clever way to make a statement wall pop is to use textured glass tiles on top, in cobalt or amber, which cover three-quarters of the wall. The remaining quarter can be a border of neutral stone tiles in gray (this cool shade pairs well with cobalt) or taupe (which complements the warmer hue, amber). 

Wall and Floor Tiles Can Match

The thick border of plainer tiles should also have texture, and it will break up the wall visually, giving it more dimension. The tiles on the bottom can also be added to the floor, creating a sense of flow that's sophisticated and modern. 

The glass tiles on top are glossy, translucent, and colorful, lending an "art glass" feel to a space. Combining textured glass and stone tiles will be a great way to get a stunning "boutique hotel" vibe at home.

Flaunt a "Jewel Box" Entryway

To get an upscale "jewel box" look, consider adding dark tiles with a couple of interesting textures to a foyer. Hexagon-shaped porcelain tiles, also known as "hex tiles", are one practical option for entryway flooring, as they are very durable and resist stains. Their honeycomb shapes provide a textured look that's intricate enough to stand out. Shiny hex tiles in a deep black diamond tone will add glamor. 

Gemstone Hues Are Gorgeous Choices 

To accent the floor tiles, add floral porcelain tiles to the walls. Dark floral tiles with touches of vibrant emerald, citrine, and onyx will add significant beauty to walls, giving visitors a sense of being ensconced in luxury. A matte finish will give the floral tiles a textural look, like the finest polished cotton. 

While some people believe that using dark colors in smaller spaces isn't a good choice, as they make rooms seem smaller, the inverse can be true. Deeper, richer hues will highlight the beauty of a foyer's unique dimensions. 

Jewel box interiors are elegant. It's the rich shades and luxe textures that create a "jewel box" effect. The printed tiles on the walls are akin to the velvet lining inside of a handcrafted jewel box. 

As per Architectural Digest, designer Philip Thomas recommends jewel-toned design elements for more visual impact, saying that this strategy can "create a cozy jewel box of a space". 

Darker tiles: 

  • Add intimacy to rooms. 

  • Offer an unexpected style that's the first thing visitors see. 

  • Create a sense of decadent luxury. 

To find the right tiles for these DIY or professional projects, be sure to browse Wayne Tile's inventory today. Check us out online or visit a Wayne Tile location. We've chosen beautiful tiles that make it so easy to bring design dreams to life. 

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