The Natural Tile Choice That Is Making Your Bathroom Look Super Tacky

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Bathroom trends come and go, but the tiles you choose when remodeling will be with you for the long haul. If you choose something overpoweringly bold, it can date your bathroom when the trend moves on, and you may find yourself growing tired of it. One trend that falls into this category is using highly textured natural stone tiles. Whether you're using actual natural stone or imitation stone that mimics the look of the real thing, both can create a loud, tacky look that's hard to get away from. 

One of the rules to follow when designing your bathroom is to ensure the fixtures and fittings you use are timeless. Instead of choosing extremely textured stone tiles, which can overwhelm and date the space, opt for a large format, solid stone with a matte or smooth finish that highlights the subtle, natural patterns of the stone. You can stick to a solid color, or add a lightly patterned tile that adds a touch of character without dictating to the room. Using a smooth texture means your surfaces will have a slight reflective quality to them that bounces light, adding to the visual appeal. Using large format stone tiles is another big plus, as they add effortless elegance to your bathroom. When it comes to choosing colors, opting for the most timeless bathroom tile colors will give you a neutral base to work from that you can dress in the trends as they come and go. Lighter colored neutrals are a smart choice as they blend in with most other styles.

Natural stone is one of the most beautiful substances to surround yourself with, and there's a right way of doing it if you want longevity. One of the timeless bathroom looks that's overtaking tile is stone drenching, which involves covering your bathroom in natural stone from floor to ceiling. But wait, haven't we just said that you should avoid stone? The key is in the texture. Exaggerated textures don't age well, while subtle textures, such as the Squarefeet Depot Light Travertine Tumbled Antiqued Natural Stone, are understated enough to stand the test of time.

You can also bring stone into your design by including a stone washbasin, such as the vidaXL Cream Marble Bathroom Basin, or a luxurious stone bathtub. Again, be led by a texture, shape, and color that is elegant and able to chameleon to support trendy elements as they come and go. Stone wash basins used to be a rugged choice, better suited to rustic design styles, but they've had a glow-up and are a versatile choice that adds a special touch to contemporary bathrooms of many different styles.

With your stone base in place, you're able to dress it in whichever trends take your fancy, with towels, bathmats, window treatments, and wall décor. Go coastal with tinges of blue and seashells, and fresh spring greens. Or, dress it warmly in rich earthy tones of terracotta, ochre, or olive green to counter a winter chill.