Using tile to cover bathroom floors has been a trend for many years, and we don’t see that changing anytime soon. The benefits of using tile in the bathroom are relatively clear, such as controlling moisture and adding visual appeal. What isn’t as clear, however, are the pros and cons of using small or large tiles for bathroom floors. Here are some things to consider when deciding on the best tile size for your bathroom.

Pros and Cons of Using Small or Large Tiles for Bathroom Floors

How large is the bathroom?

Are you redesigning your large, main bathroom? Or are you considering remodeling your small half-bathroom off the back deck? When you’re trying to decide whether to use small or large tiles for the floor, you’ll want to think about the size of the bathroom as a whole. Large tiles will make a room look larger and less cramped; small tiles could make it look smaller yet more dramatically appealing with the right design.  If cute and small or mesmerizing is your goal, feel free to have fun with smaller tiles.

What color grout do you hope to use?

If you want to use a dark-colored grout as part of your bold design, using small tiles would draw attention to the grout lines. With larger tiles, you can use the darker grout, which could enhance the length or width of the bathroom, but it won’t be as noticeable.

If you don’t like the appearance of grout, you may want to choose a light-colored grout or grout that is close to the same color as the tile.

It’s worth noting that if you use larger tiles, you’ll need less grout, which would save time and money.

How much time do you have?

Whether you’re doing it yourself or plan to hire a contractor, laying small tile could take more time. More time could possibly mean additional costs. But this factor does depend upon the layout of your bathroom and how much tile you will have to resize to get around fixtures. Here’s where a consultation with a bathroom design specialist will be beneficial.

You’ll also want to think about the time factor in regard to cleaning your bathroom floors. If you have small tiles and lots of grout, you might end up spending more time trying to clean out those lines.

Contact JK Cabinets for More Information

If you want more specific information about the pros and cons of using small or large tiles for bathroom floors, contact us for a consultation. Most of these factors could differ depending upon your specific needs and layout of your bathroom. Our experienced professionals can suggest the best design. Contact us through our JK Cabinets & Design website or by phone at 480-219-9580.