Floor mosaic in interior design

Today there are a large number of various floor coverings - from laminate to carpet products. However, one of the most sophisticated options for decorating the floor is a mosaic tile, which in recent years has become a real trend in the field of repair and construction. It is about her that will be discussed in our article.

Floor mosaic is an excellent fashionable design solution, since there are a huge number of variations on how to beat such a floor in the interior. Thanks to this coating, it is possible to create a unique three-dimensional pattern due to the constant play of light on individual small pieces of material laid in a certain way on the floor.Recently, the mosaic is very popular among buyers, because it can significantly transform and transform the space. This is possible due to the characteristics of this coating:

• The versatility of the tile allows it to be used for various types of rooms: it is suitable for both large rooms and small rooms. For example, the laying of a mosaic is possible in the bathroom of an apartment building, and in a spacious pool.

• The material, thanks to its wide color palette, allows you to translate into life any creative ideas of the designer - from inscriptions to three-dimensional drawings. This allows you to combine a mosaic with any type of interior. In the strict interior, made in the style of minimalism, you can use simple stylistic approaches and perform the installation of monochrome or dim mosaics of basic colors. At the same time, the coating can be created according to an individual sketch, it will cost more, but the customer's originality will be traced in the interior.
• Mosaic floor is quite easy to lay, because the coating has a composite structure: it consists of separate small pieces, which are assembled into finished products on the basis of a special substrate.Such production technology provides flexibility and relative plasticity of the material, which can be used on any surface, including uneven.

• Resistance to physical and chemical influences allows the mosaic to remain in its original state for a long time - it does not lose its color even when treated with chemical bactericidal agents.
• The mosaic is not exposed to moisture, so it is placed in rooms with high levels of humidity. Mosaic floors can often be found in pools and bathrooms.

• The environmental friendliness of the material will allow it to be used not only in household premises, but also at home without a threat to the health of the household.
• The prevalence and popularity of the mosaic determines its affordable price. The cost of material varies from 3 to 15 thousand rubles per square meter. This means that now on the market of building materials you can find coverage that will meet all the requirements of the buyer, but it will not affect the family budget.

Modern technologies allow to produce mosaic tiles from various types of raw materials, among them marble, porcelain stoneware and even pebbles.

• Ceramic tile It is very popular because it is highly durable, and also goes well with various types of finishing materials. Moreover, the tile is relatively inexpensive, which explains its relevance in the market of building materials.
• It should be noted tile from natural materialssuch as marble crumb. It is distinguished by sophistication and, thanks to it, the interior will look luxurious. This tile is produced by grinding natural stones, giving them the necessary shape and thickness.

• Porcelain tile combines the qualities of the two types of coatings listed above: on the one hand, it looks expensive because it is made of porcelain stoneware and is characterized by high strength. At the same time, it is perfectly combined with other materials used as a room decoration.
• Glass mosaic looks unusual, which is created during the heat treatment of glass (mainly Venetian). This allows you to get a very durable coating that will last for many years without any complaints.

There is a large range of tiles of this type: Neutral colors (black and white) are perfect for a calm and minimalist interior, while multi-colored coating can advantageously place accents in a more sophisticated room design. For example, for a bathroom in a nautical style, you should use glass tiles of blue or blue color - it will emphasize the original decoration of the room and will look very impressive.

Matte mosaic is called smalt and has a rather long history, it was used in ancient Greece. Masters in a special way mixed potassium salts, dyes and natural compounds in order to obtain a dense and rich material that can be used to decorate the premises by creating certain patterns. Modern technologies contribute to the rapid production of this coating, and they also allow you to create up to 10 thousand different shades of tile.

• It is interesting that there is wood tilehowever, it was not widespread due to its high cost, since only natural materials are used in production. Moreover, they allow you to create bright and unique flooring designs that will appeal to all lovers of beauty and luxury lovers.

In addition to the classification of mosaic materials, There is also a typology based on the appearance and depth of the junction between the squares:

• Mosaic floor with deep slits, allowing you to create the most presentable flooring option. Thanks to this material, it is possible to make the surface visible from a variety of individual tiles. However, it is important to understand that such finishing requires additional efforts: after laying the floor, it is necessary to perform a special grouting in order to get the result that most closely simulates a mosaic.

• Shallow notches on the surface coverings are made as an alternative to deep-sealed mosaics. For coatings of this type, grouting is not an obligatory step in laying, since the squares are applied to special matrices, and the seams are processed in production with a special compound.However, one of the significant drawbacks of this material is connected with this: the grout is very fragile and it may crack or crumble during transportation.
• Missing joints between the tiles create a perfectly smooth floor surface; This is achieved by treating the coating with a special glaze.

Since the mosaic is perfectly combined with many materials (from wood to natural surfaces), designers use this to create the most original and interesting decor.

Tile inserts in various colors are often offered. - This allows you to create a unique pattern and to emphasize its individuality. Geometric and floral patterns are especially popular, and they are applied not to the entire surface of the floor, but only to the part where it is planned to emphasize. It depends on the purpose of the drawing: it can expand the space, and it can divide it, creating several semantic zones in the room. This will be especially true for a studio apartment or for a kitchen combined with a dining room.

Amazing interiors can be created with a combination of mosaic and wood - this design decision is not widespread in Russia, although abroad it is very popular. The contrast between the two materials, which is often enhanced by the play of light and color, is intended to serve as a distinction between zones with different purposes. It is better to entrust the development of such a decor to a specialist, since only he is able to assess the compatibility of materials, textures and shades, the designer will be able to beat it and correctly present it in the interior.

Due to the structure of the mosaic, it can be put almost anywhere. Of course, most often it is used in the decoration of bathrooms and utility rooms, for example, the kitchen. Since the mosaic panel is practically not subjected to mechanical stress, it can also be used in the corridor: it will not only please the eye, but also serve as a sufficiently durable floor covering. However, it is worth remembering that the floor is an area prone to constant pollution, so using a light mosaic and the same grout is not very rational in such rooms as, for example, the hallway. In this regard, it is better to give preference to darker shades that do not require daily cleaning, and will not emphasize small specks.

Interestingly, mosaic floors are also used to decorate terraces and open spaces., but in this case, the parameter of strength prevails over stylistic factors and research. Reduced requirements when laying floor surfaces on the terrace or in the gazebo allow for quick and easy installation, since the filigree accuracy in the drawing is unimportant, and few people choose complex ornate patterns for flooring in an open space. Often used lapidary, almost coarse drawings.

As noted, it is possible to create panels of different complexity from a mosaic. Most, of course, seeks to use the most neutral solutions in the interior, so minimalist tile designs are very popular. We offer to look at some interesting stylistic variations of the use of basic colors and monochrome patterns in the design of the room.

There are also those who like the original, if not to say elaborate decoration - in this case, complex three-dimensional drawings with a claim to originality are created.Such panels help to place accents in the room and emphasize the intricacy of the design.

See the following video for an example of porcelain stoneware floor design, completed with mosaic carpet.