Mosaic Tiles

Think mosaic is nothing more than small glass chips in a medallion? You are about to be pleasantly surprised to know that you are dealing with a much more exquisite and out-of-the-box material that has taken such an intriguing twist recently. Here are some hints:Specialty Shape MosaicsNatural stone mosaics, in the UK, of specialty shaped tiles (forget the classic 1X1), like hexagons, triangles, ovals, or marquise (try marble or limestone) add a luxurious feel. For an understated effect, you can match the tile to the grout or offset the shape of your preference with complementary grout.Tip: Metallic finishes and pencil tiles have come to expand the definition of mosaic.Change in Color PalateOf course, grays were and will continue to be the most used colors. Besides that, though, neutrals, such as taupe and clay have come a strong comeback and, together with the soft blacks, claim their spot under the spotlight, threatening gray’s popularity and dominance.That said, classic neutrals are rubbing shoulders with pastel greens and blues and purple, coral, and peach add to the palate of neutrals and become basic backdrops for the other elements in your space’s design.Soft TexturesAlthough polished textures are in high demand, softer, matte textures allow you to create a more liveable feel (see the Pietra Dorata, for example, which is among the most marvelous limestone mosaic tiles, perfectly suited for a kitchen or bathroom, even patio or garden, due to its rich variety of texture and tone). Also, brushed finishes (i.e. Travertino Chiaro Light Brushed Antiqued) are hugely big now and make for that softer feel, too.Tip: For lovers of subway tile, you can add a twist to your design by going with a larger tile or vertical layout and achieve a transitional retro look instantly.Mosaics Bathroom IdeasFor an added touch of luxury, an all-white fireplace in a master bathroom accentuated by skylights is an excellent idea. You can make it almost disappear and blend into the wall by using white heat-resistant paint in the firebox.A mirror-finish tile matches perfectly with a minimalistic bathroom. In most cases, designers just tile around the shower or bath and then paint the walls. However, you could also go all the way around the room with the tile of your likes. Just make sure it goes horizontal and is a bit large in scale to achieve the look you want.Marble mosaic tiles also look fabulous when they meet your floor’s porcelain or Flor carpet tiles. That aside, they also help a timber-themed space feel airy and light.To add visual interest and depth to a sophisticated bathroom, a variation in 6” X 3” subway tiles will do the job just fine and comprise a strong complement to floors with marble mosaic tiles. Our suggestion? Stratus Blue Marble Tumbled, Travertino Noce Honed, and Travertino Chiaro Honed Romano Pattern make amazing mosaic bathroom tiles.For more (1)Mosaic Wall Tiles, (2) Mosaic Kitchen Tiles, and (3) Mosaic Bathroom Tiles, check out our online collection! We are the only mosaic tiles supplier in the UK that has it all, in superb qualities, and manufacturer’s prices!How to Look After and Maintain Natural Stone MosaicsTo keep mosaic tile in London or anywhere in the UK, with the weather changes known worldwide, in like-new shape, regular cleaning is important. Additionally, you need to be mindful of the way you are using the spaces where you have installed mosaic tile to prevent damage and keep them looking bright. In detail:After-Installation CleaningWhether you have used limestone, marble or travertine mosaic tiles, the period right after the installation is, perhaps, the most critical cleaning time. To prevent dust, grout, and debris residue to deface or scratch your mosaic tiles, messing up their look significantly, you should carefully remove grout with the right natural stone cleaning products, always avoiding acidic cleaners that can cause serious discolorations to the grout. For more information on how to apply the products, you are urged to contact our experts and get your questions answers quickly and responsibly.In general, you will need to apply a solution (grout stripper) to the surface of the tiles, with the help of a sponge. Let it sit for a few minutes and wipe it away with a wet sponge. Now, when you want to remove after-installation debris and dirt, you just sweep the chunks away and then scrub the tiles with a mild detergent and water.Note: After stripping excess grout, you should clean the tiles again.Routine CleaningTo wipe down a mosaic tile backsplash or mosaic tiles in the shower, garden, patio, floors, counters or swimming pool, simply use water and a mild detergent. Depending on the particular natural stone mosaic tile product, you need to follow the manufacturer’s directions as not every product has similar applications. This means that you may have to use diluted solutions because the cleaning agent is a bit too potent to use as it is.It is suggested you avoid hard-bristles tools that could scratch your tiles (especially marble mosaic tiles). Instead, use a soft cloth or sponge. Rinse off the surface of the tile and then dry with the sponge (or cloth).Note: Of course, you can vacuum your mosaic tile floors if you like that over sweeping your mosaic tile floors (see below).MoppingMopping helps keep natural stone mosaic floors looking beautiful. First, sweep the floors with a broom (make sure its bristles are soft). Then, mop the floors with water and a pH neutral cleaner, always following the manufacturer’s concentration recommendations, as with wiping. Allow the cleaning agent to sit for a while (about 10 minutes are enough) and then scrub with the mop. After you are done, remove all excess liquid and rinse thoroughly.How to Clean Natural Stone Shower MosaicsAs with any other type of tile installed in a showert, swimming pool or wet room, natural stone mosaics require special cleaning to remove calcium buildup. To get rid of those persistent water lines and allow your tiles to shine, you will need a deeper clean annually, either at the end or beginning of the season, along with a regular maintenance schedule. To be more effective and get it over with faster and easier, first drain the water so that you work on dry surface, which is easier to scrub. Let the pool dry and use a mixture of water and baking soda to scrub the area with a scrub brush or stiff sponge. Remove the marks with circular movements.Once you have a stain-free pool, clean the natural mosaic tiles as you would normally do, meaning with water and a mild detergent, as mentioned before.How to Make Maintenance Super EasyIf you treat your limestone, marble, or travertine mosaic tiles kindly will reduce the cleaning work you need to do. Plus, it will also allow you to protect your tiles and prevent damage. A general upkeep includes a fast approach regarding stains. They should be removed the soonest possible. Although they can be a nuisance, especially on natural stone which is a bit more susceptible to moisture, spills from both liquid and food will have no harmful effect on your mosaics if cleaned immediately after they occur.Another important consideration is when you want to move furniture on a mosaic tile floor. It is strongly advised to lift the furniture, rather than drag them, so that they won’t mark or scratch your tiles or counters.Where to Look for High-Quality Natural Stone Mosaics at Competitive Prices? Tile Land is the only mosaic tile shop in London with its own quarries and factories. This allows us to not only be fully capable of providing natural stones of utmost quality and perfect finishes but also make elegance and luxury come to your property without having to pay medium agents for that. You can either visit our premises at 59-61 Minerva Road, Park Royal, London NW10 6HJ (for directions click here), call us on 020 8965 7773 or just fill in the form you can find online and allow us to make your dream home a tangible reality. Whether you are looking for mosaic tile splashbacks, flooring, bathroom and kitchen ideas or any other, you will definitely find the perfect mosaic tile in Tile Land and THAT’s a guarantee!