Mirror tile in the interior is a light reflecting finishing material that allows you to visually enlarge the room, add light, and also change the perception of space and complicate it. That is why designers love to use mirror tiles in the design of the apartment, it can radically transform any room.
In the photo, the interior of the living room is in the loft style, the decoration of one of the walls is made with mirror tiles.
The reflective surface can be applied to virtually any material - plastic, foil, ceramic, polymer or metal plates. In addition, the metal can be processed in such a way that it will have a mirror effect without additional coating.
Types of mirror tiles
Interior tiles for finishing works with a reflective surface are usually made either from glass or from durable plastic, such as polystyrene. At the same time there are a huge variety of manufacturing options:
- flat and smooth surface, such tile gives almost imperceptible joints;
- tile with fatsety, it is convenient to mount;
- tiles with the effect of imitating metal, for example, gold, silver, chrome or polished bronze;
- tinted, with a faint tint;
- ornamented tile (it has a sandblasted pattern);
- decorative, decorated with drawings or having three-dimensional images or textured surface.
Features interior design
The main thing when using a mirror surface is to observe a sense of proportion. Too many reflective elements can adversely affect the nervous system. In addition, mirrors located opposite each other, create a sense of a tunnel that goes to infinity, which has a depressing effect on the psyche.
You can use tiles on two surfaces joined together, for example, one of the walls and the ceiling. However, in this embodiment, it is better that the tile was different: for example, on the wall it can be patterned, and on the ceiling - smooth, but with a touch.
Tip: In the interior, designers recommend combining areas trimmed with mirror elements, so that they differ in the degree of reflection, and are at different levels relative to the observer. In this case, do not forget that the light sources, reflected in the mirrors, can adversely affect vision and tire. A good solution is to use matte lamps or LEDs next to the mirror elements.
The ceiling, lined with mirrored tiles, visually lifts, increasing the height of the room. However, at the same time it creates the effect of "inverted" premises, especially if the entire area of the ceiling is lined with mirrors. Therefore, usually the mirror surface occupies it only partially. An important point is also what will be reflected in the ceiling - therefore, increased requirements are placed on the interior of the room as a whole and on the floor covering in particular.
Visually “raising” the ceiling using mirror tiles makes sense in small rooms, the interior of a large room with high ceilings will look too cold and empty with such a finish.
Rarely in the interiors use mirror floors. It is very important that what is reflected in them does not spoil the interior. In addition, if there is a mirror floor in the apartment, the use of other reflective materials is not recommended. Do not confuse the floor of the mirror with the "mirror" parquet. The latter is just ordinary parquet, topped with reflective varnish.
Mirror tile in the interior is well combined with the usual, while the joints between them can be closed with moldings of plaster or wood.
Hallway design
The location of the mirrors in the entrance area is a requirement of convenience. And it is better if the person will be reflected in it completely. Therefore, in the interior of the hall using mirrored tiles on one of the walls would be quite appropriate.
Eastern traditions, in particular, the teaching of Feng Shui, prohibit the location of mirrors in front of the entrance, it is believed that in this way cash flows cannot enter the house. It is better to tile the side walls - it will replace the traditional mirror. If the hallway is elongated and narrow enough, you should not lay out the distant wall with mirror tiles - the room will seem even longer and narrower, which does not add comfort.
Photos in the living room
If the living room is zoned using a split-level ceiling, it will be appropriate to trim some of its parts with mirror tiles. Another idea for interior design is to completely tile one of the walls. This will expand the room and emphasize its details.
You can also use the property of mirrors to double nearby objects. Put a few indoor plants near the wall decorated with mirror materials - it will seem that they are much larger. A glass showcase with beautiful dishes, placed near the mirror wall, will also "double".
In the photo, the interior of the living room in a classic style, mirror surfaces help to visually enlarge a small space.
Kitchen decoration
Panel of mirror tiles or mosaics are appropriate both in the interior of the kitchen and in the dining area. Minus: in rooms where food is cooked, all surfaces are quickly covered with fatty deposits, especially if there is no hood, and this coating is especially noticeable.
Bedroom Ideas
In the interior of the bedroom is recommended not to use mirror tiles in front of the bed and on the ceiling. Trim one of the front walls or the wall behind the headboard, if you want to get a modern and aesthetic interior. However, for some people, the presence of large reflective details in the bedroom can create a feeling of embarrassment, so first put a large mirror against the wall and see how comfortable it is for you.
Children's room
Mirror tile in the interior of the children's room is inappropriate - it is quite easy to beat, which can lead to injuries. Instead, you can use self-adhesive film on the ceiling - it will reflect the faint light of the lamp and create a soft diffused lighting for those children who do not like to sleep in a dark room.
Bathroom
In the interior of bathrooms and bathrooms mirror elements can look very impressive. These are the rooms in which it can be laid out almost the entire surface of the walls. The only inconvenience - when using hot water tile sweats.
Passable areas
A corridor, a passage from a room to a room or a staircase in a house are not the most lighted places, therefore a mirror surface, especially with competent illumination, would be very appropriate. The original version is the decoration with tile risers. In this case, the steps seem to be floating in the air, and the stairs themselves are very light.
Photo gallery
With the help of mirror tiles you can experiment with the design of rooms and decorate the interior in an original way. Below are photo examples of the use of reflective surfaces in rooms of various functional purposes.
Leave Your Comment