The decorative effect of ceramic tiles is inseparable from color, texture and application design. On the issue of how to match ceramic tiles, many owners and friends design as they wish and do not follow the basic principles of design. As a result, they often fall into the trap and regret it.
Forefathers planted trees for future generations to enjoy the shade. In order to avoid the same mistakes by those who come after us, Zhongtao Jun has summarized some misunderstandings in the application of ceramic tiles. I hope everyone will not step on them.
Myth 1: Using bright ceramic tiles can enhance indoor lighting
In interior decoration, ceramic tiles with bright surfaces are very popular. This is because bright ceramic tiles can not only make the room look magnificent, but can also make up for the lack of lighting to a certain extent. However, in some cases, this kind of ceramic tile is a bit too "compensatory" for indoor lighting.
The light reflection coefficient of ceramic tiles with bright surfaces is usually relatively high. We can see our own reflection from the surface of the ceramic tiles under the light, but this also inevitably causes light pollution. Generally, the light reflection coefficient of whitewash walls is about 70%. If the light reflection coefficient of ceramic tiles is too high, the interaction between the two materials will make us feel like we are looking directly at the high beam of a car. This kind of light pollution can make your eyes very tired and even lead to reduced visual function. Zhongtaojun once experienced this situation in the exhibition hall of a ceramic tile brand and was deeply impressed. In the exhibition hall, under various lights, Zhong Taojun only saw "snow-white" light in his eyes.
Misunderstanding 2: Blindly match the waistline regardless of space
In daily home decoration, waistline bricks are often used to decorate the edges of walls. This not only visually adds layering to the space, but also reflects the owner's aesthetic taste, so it is quite popular among the public. Although it can take into account personality on the basis of beauty, waistline tiles are not suitable for all times.
It is not suitable to pave the waist line in the following two situations: First, the height of the bathroom is simply not enough. In this case, paving the waistline will divide the overall space, making the originally low bathroom even lower; the second is a small kitchen, or a family that uses integrated cabinets. Because the cabinet height and waistline height are both within the range of 80-90cm, in this case the waistline will basically be above the cabinet countertop - this will not only reduce the decorative effect of the waistline but also make the space design unorganized. The layout is very messy.
Myth 3: Ceramic tile stylesMixed colors don’t look good
The color of the tiles has the greatest impact on the decorative effect. According to statistics, more than 35% of consumers regard color as the primary factor in purchasing ceramic tiles. Many owners and friends buy ceramic tiles with novel and beautiful pictures, and they will lay them together to form various patterns. The most representative ones are the various flashy Internet celebrity ceramic tiles.
However, the decorative effect of tiles of various colors mixed together to form a pattern is not beautiful. An environment used for daily life does not need all kinds of complicated patterns and colors. If designed properly, this "Pinduoduo" style tile matching has merit, but it usually ends up in a "stew". The daily living environment mainly emphasizes simplicity and comfort.
Since you cannot choose multiple colors, how should you match the color and texture of tiles? Regarding this issue, Zhongtaojun has more experience to share with you, such as the basic principles of ceramic tile matching.
Rule 1: Home color matching generally follows the rule of "light to medium and dark to progressive" or "dark to medium and shallow to weaken". Usually, the wall is light, the ground is medium, the furniture is dark, or the wall is medium, and the ground is dark. The combination of dark and light furniture. This kind of matching can make the space more layered and not top-heavy.
Rule 2: Color matching can also use the six-three-unit method. Among them, the sixth refers to the background color of the wall, floor, and ceiling, which accounts for 60%; the third refers to the main color of the sofa, coffee table, TV cabinet, etc., which accounts for 30%; and the single refers to the decorative color, which can be brighter. Colors are used to decorate the space, usually using various decorations, such as pillows, hanging paintings, etc.
Rule 3: Control the tile colors to three to four to keep the space clean and neat. In addition, the ceramic tile styles in different spaces should be consistent to prevent the space style from being too fragmented and the overall decoration style being uncoordinated.
According to these three principles, six techniques can be extended.
Tip 1: Match dark and light colors, such as black and white, dark gray and light gray, etc. This is one of the more commonly used methods. Pairing two types of tiles with different shades together can create more visual tension and make the space more rhythmic. This color combination is not easy to make mistakes and can easily create calmness. Harmonious space atmosphere.
Tip 2: Match similar colors, such as yellow and green, red and purple, red and orange, orange and yellow, etc. Colors that are adjacent within a 90-degree angle on the color wheelCollectively called similar colors. In decoration, matching similar colors is the safest and most acceptable way. But it should be noted that when using this method, you cannot choose tiles with higher color saturation.
Tip 3: Match similar colors, such as light yellow and dark yellow, black and gray, etc. Similar colors mainly refer to color relationships in which a single hue changes in brightness and purity to achieve a rich effect. Although it is a very simple color combination, it can make people's eyes brighten if used properly. Using ceramic tiles of the same color to match can achieve a visual extension or expansion effect, making a single color more varied.
Tip 4: Match warm and cold colors, such as red and green, blue and yellow, etc. This matching method is bold and avant-garde. When used properly, it can highlight the fun and fashion of the space. It can not only be matched with the front and back with the help of the wall, but also can be applied to the design of the kitchen, bathroom, etc., such as ceramic tiles, cabinets, and wash basins. Pot matching, etc.
Tip 5: The combination of infinite colors, black, white, gold, silver and gray are called infinite colors. If you want a simple and error-free method, this is recommended because the Promise color is very versatile and can be matched with any color. Although the method is simple, the results are amazing.
Tip 6: Match contrasting colors, such as red and green, yellow and purple, blue and orange, black and white. Two colors that are 120 degrees to 180 degrees apart on the 24-color hue circle are called contrasting colors. If you don’t like colors that are too contrasty, you can use contrasting colors with less saturation. This combination can be applied to different spaces, from outdoor to indoor, from living room to bedroom to kitchen and dining room.
In the actual decoration process, using only one method may not be able to meet the requirements of most people, because several methods are usually used at the same time. However, it should be noted that the color matching of ceramic tiles must first determine the main color, and then use other colors to match. It is important to avoid matching all colors with equal weight.
