Four Ways Ceramic Tiles Can Make Your Home Unique
Ceramic tiles are traditionally used in the home for bathroom countertops, wall and floor surfaces, and kitchen backsplashes. If you want your home to look more unique, consider these four ideas to use this medium in a whole new way!
mosaic-art
If you want to use ceramic tiles in a traditional way, that doesn’t mean the results have to be boring. Make a mosaic with pieces of various sizes, shapes and colors. Attach these pieces directly to your bathroom or kitchen wall with glue or grout for a kitschy pattern. There is no limit to the many patterns you can design with tiles.
You can also make a mosaic on a wooden or glass table: first, spread some grout on the surface, and then arrange the pieces in random patterns for an eclectic and totally unique furniture. Place this updated table in a dining room, sunroom, or any other area where it can be admired.
cup holders
If you want to use leftover ceramic tiles from a remodeling project in a fun and easy way, consider making coasters. All you need is scrap paper cut to the size of the material, some glue, and a finishing spray to prevent the surface from getting stained or wet. Stick the paper to the square tile and you have cute coasters that you can use to liven up your dining or coffee tables or give as gifts to guests.
homemade blackboard
Another fun thing you can do with mosaic is to use it as a whiteboard. These non-porous surfaces are perfect for whiteboard markers. You can write down recipes, billing dates and shopping lists with ease. Stick a small magnet or hook to the back of these homemade white boards and keep one in every room in the house. If you want to give them an extra touch, paint pretty flowers along the side of the board or glue on small glass beads. Each chalkboard can be decorated to match a room in your house.
alcohol ink art
If you want something unique, ceramic tiles can be used in a fun and creative way. Alcohol inks applied to the slick surface bleed and spread to create a cool tinted effect. Add mica flakes to the piece for a touch of sparkle and shine. Place several of these whimsical paintings on your wall for a splash of color that will impress all who see them.
Ceramic tiles can make your home more unique when it comes to decorating. Explore homemade chalkboards, coasters for your tables and even wall decorations that you will love. Whether you have a few spare parts or extra stock from a home improvement project, make your walls and other surfaces cheerful and colorful with this creative medium. Pick up a box of tiles from your local home improvement store and let your imagination run wild.