Bathroom
Mix it up. At first glance, this is a fairly traditional-looking bathroom, but check out the floor. The tiny hexagonal tiles lend 21st-century style. If you’re considering creating a similar look for your floor, heed this warning: You need a lot of grout, and it’s often advisable to use one in a dark color because white won’t stay white for long.What Grout Color Should You Choose for Your Tile?
4. Pivoting. Have you ever taken a step backward in your bathroom to get a more complete view of your outfit? In tight spaces that’s not always doable, unless you have a pivoting mirror. These mirrors are also great for kids’ bathrooms, because the mirror tilt can be adjusted as they grow. Another advantage to pivoting mirrors is the depth that the mirror hardware provides, not only from an aesthetic standpoint but also for the backsplash. If the mirror is mounted away from the wall, backsplash tile (or another solid-surface material) can be installed behind the mirror for an added visual element. Works best with: Traditional and transitional styles.Pros: The tilting action gives more viewing area in tight spaces, such as powder rooms and hallway bathrooms. The mirror hardware allows for a backsplash to come halfway up behind the mirror. For many homeowners, this can be a DIY-friendly installation.Cons: Beware inexpensive models, whose hardware is not always sufficient to support the weight of the mirror, which can result in costly and dangerous damage. To avoid this, when shopping for a pivoting mirror (especially when ordering sight unseen), make sure to read reviews and ask the ...
1. Go with classic black and white. We often think of exotic tiles as being wildly colorful, but when I’ve visited Europe and taken in the lovely tile designs in the beautiful homes and resorts, I’ve been struck by how many different ways classic black and white can be used.
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