Shower wall tiles can be the most significant influence in redesigning a bathroom. If you are considering doing a remodel, choosing the right tiles can be the most important part. Ceramic tiles are just one variety, and yet there are many kinds of ceramic tiles to choose from. Glazed ceramic tiles are better suited to bathroom walls than floors because if can get very slippery when wet. Porcelain tile is another variety that can handle years of heavy treatment while maintaining their color and original beauty.
Other than the material, size is a critical thing to take into consideration when choosing shower wall tiles. Large tiles cause an area to appear bigger, which is desirable, but if your wall is only three feet, a 20" x 20" tile will be far too large. Try to find a good balance between the size of the tile and the size of the wall you are planning to cover. If you plan on including decorative patterns or accents, keep in mind that you will have plumbing valves at one place or another. You would not want the shower head to end up interrupting your beautiful decorative accent!
Mixing tile styles to create a pattern in the wall is encouraged, but be cautious about mixing tiles with different thicknesses. You want a smooth installation, so be sure to check with your tile designer or setter to ensure that your choices will work together. Along with mixing styles, there are options about laying the tile. You could run it all the way up to the ceiling or stop about 8' AFF (above the finished floor). Do you want your tile set square or tilting on the diagonal? You could set all the tiles square except one row at eye level. Lining the accent row on the top and bottom with a diagonal band or decorative dot will add great interest to your shower wall tiles. Consider if you prefer your tile choice with small or larger grout lines and the color of grout. Don't forget to use a sealer for your grout to help prevent mold and mildew growth.
If you have big enough walls that you choose large format shower wall tiles, you will need to remember coordinating tiles for the shower floor that are small enough to make the pitch on the shower floor for the drain. Typically, 4" x 4" or 6" x 6" tiles or an even smaller scale mosaic work best, depending on the precise size of the shower and pitch required.
Bruce Mendes has been in the high end trade for over 15 years. His experience is in flooring and cabinetry. He has a high end tile and glass showroom in Powell, Ohio and an online presence at My Tile Backsplash
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