Mosaic is a form of art where a single wholesome picture is made using tiny or unequal bits and pieces of tiles, glass, etc. Although in earlier times, used only for decorative purposes at restaurants and museums; these days, mosaic tile patterns are commonly found even in homes. If you take a look at the history of mosaic art, you will find that this art form has been popular since ancient times.
Mosaic Tile Designs
Mosaic patterns or murals can be made using any type of material. Usually, mosaic patterns can be made of stone, glass, pebbles, tiles and ceramic tiles. Secondly, there is a wide scope for the creativity on color combination that one can use. One can either go for a matching color combination like in dark/navy blue with aqua; or a completely contrasting color combination, like green and blue or yellow. A mosaic pattern, made in a multitude of colors, is also popular these days (see image). Such type of patterns can be made in showers, dressing rooms or even in modern living rooms. You can also take clues from these ideas on mosaic art for your home decoration.
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Tile Patterns
Among all the different options, mosaic patterns are more popularly used in the bathroom. This is because people can try out different color combination (even the bright shades) in the bathroom. Multicolored mosaic or blue or aqua colored mosaic tile floor patterns are more favored in the bathroom. Patterns of mosaic are also seen at the back of a whirlpool or any other bathtub, in a shower stall, etc. At the same time, a colorful and attractive mosaic pattern is commonly seen near the wash basin or near the dressing table in most homes. Apart from bathrooms and dressing rooms, stone or glass mosaic tile patterns can be installed in many different places.
Mosaic backsplashes are also very popular due to its attractive appearance and usage. A mosaic is easy to clean, doesn't get stained easily, and hence, is free from all the oil spills and stains. Similarly, one can also go for mosaic floor tile patterns in any of the rooms to add more color and style to it. A mosaic floor is definitely different from the regular tile patterns available in the market. Mosaic designs are also made on tables to create a unique look. One of the advantages of it is that you do not need to wax polish your table (as in wood table), neither it wears off. Mosaic tile table patterns are also easy to clean and maintain.
There are no set rules for making mosaic designs, and hence, you can be creative and create a pattern that you like. At the same time, one can have any picture of one's choice right from a face of a renowned person, a thing, to abstract art. Secondly, one also has a free rein on the size and shape of the mosaic: it can be rectangular, square, circular, etc.
Apart from these ideas, you can even get a mural or a mosaic made by a professional. Just take your pick and contact them immediately.
