If you are thinking of refreshing your bedroom, discover a healthy, durable and aesthetically pleasing solution: tiles take centre stage in a surface renaissance that extends from walls to floors.
Until recently, this idea would scarcely have crossed anyone's mind. Whenever walls were considered, paint and wallpaper topped the list. Yet, as in many other living spaces, tiles are now being chosen for bedroom walls because ceramic and porcelain tiles offer so many benefits for interiors. Which tile designs can complement the look of a bedroom?
Tiles with the look and feel of concrete are particularly well suited to loft-style or modern rustic spaces. The concrete effect brings a raw, natural appeal to the room while creating a focal point. If you use this effect in your main living area, you can continue it into the bedroom, even applying concrete-effect tiles to the wall behind the bed. Some beautiful examples await in Concretum, Luxury Cement and Cement 2.0, among Kalebodur's newest collections.
Traditional decorative and polygonal tiles are popular for their variety of designs. They can also be combined to create a panel. Available in many styles and patterns, they bring themes such as nostalgia, geometry and craftsmanship to a space. Consider them for walls as well as floors. A panel of polygonal tiles can create a three-dimensional effect on the wall and a striking backdrop to the bed. As these tiles produce bold patterns, we recommend keeping the rest of the room simple and restrained. For examples, explore the Atria series from Çanakkale Seramik's Formart collection, along with the Alegra, Aria, Ornament and Pera collections.
Like concrete-effect tiles, wood-effect tiles are among the most successful solutions digital technology has brought to the home. Reproducing the authentic appearance of different timber species, these tiles can be used in any space and on any surface. If you want a natural look in your bedroom and enjoy the effect of timber wall panelling, you can cover your walls with wood-effect tiles, which offer greater durability and ease of cleaning. You can also pair them with biophilic elements such as plants. As the wood finish creates a natural appeal, complement your bedroom with floral-inspired textiles, natural textures and an earthy colour palette. For wood-effect options, we recommend Kalesinterflex's Hollywood, Plank, Shell Wood and Woodline series.
Those who love the famous Provençal-style homes of the Aegean and Mediterranean may wish to see stone and travertine textures on their walls. Bringing natural appeal to a bedroom, just as they do to any room, these tiles can continue across the floor to create a cohesive look. Natural stone-effect ceramic and porcelain tiles create spaces reminiscent of spring and summer homes, with a strong sense of coolness, ease and comfort. To explore them, be sure to see Kalebodur's Stonart, Rockstone, Courtyard, Waterfall, Fjord and Citta series.
Marble is a favourite floor covering among those who enjoy classic interiors, but it can also be used on walls. Marble-effect ceramic and porcelain tiles offer the same beauty and elegance in an alternative that is easier to install, more affordable and longer-lasting. A marble texture on bedroom walls can create a luxurious look while harmonising with other materials. Marble forms a shared point of connection and balance between materials associated with luxurious interiors, such as brass, crystal, satin, silk and leather. The Pietra and Marbles series from Kalesinterflex, with their large formats, are excellent examples of these tiles.
Hygiene should, of course, be a leading reason to choose tiles for bedroom floors and walls. The floor of a sleeping area should be covered with materials that can be cleaned as easily and as frequently as possible. When it comes to a hygienic sleeping environment, ceramic and porcelain tiles are at the top of the list.So far, we have focused on the decorative qualities of tiles, but porcelain and ceramic tiles have many more strengths: resistance to physical effects such as staining and scratching, resistance to temperature changes, durability and a long lifespan. Just as you consider ergonomics and health when choosing a bed, make the right investment in flooring by putting hygiene first.
Indoor air quality: Ceramic and porcelain tiles have smooth, solid surfaces that dirt, dust and small allergen particles cannot penetrate. These substances remain on the surface rather than entering the material. This is an important advantage in maintaining bedroom air quality, particularly for people with breathing difficulties.
Easy maintenance: Ceramic and porcelain tiles are easier to maintain in bedrooms than in other rooms. They are manufactured for busy, high-traffic environments, so the quiet calm of a bedroom places little strain on the material. In general, regular sweeping and mopping to remove dirt is all that is needed.
Water: The moisture resistance of ceramic and porcelain tiles may not usually be particularly important in a bedroom. Some bedrooms, however, have their own bathroom with a shower or bath. In these spaces, continuing the flooring into the bathroom at the same level can be a good idea.
