10 Terrific Terrazzo Bathroom Tile Ideas
If you’re looking to add a contemporary look to your bathroom, speckled terrazzo tiles are one of the most transformative tiles you can choose.
Although terrazzo tiles are one of the hottest trends in modern interior design, they’ve been around for centuries. Invented around 500 years ago by Venetian artisans, chips of leftover marble were mixed into a cement base before being ground and polished.
Whether you are renovating a bathroom, designing your dream ensuite or considering a cloakroom glow-up, keep reading to discover how to use terrazzo tiles in your home.
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Recommended Tile: Monarch Terrazzo Pearl Matt
What are terrazzo tiles?
Traditional terrazzo tiles are made from chips of marble, stone, glass and even shell that are mixed with a cement or resin base.
Today’s terrazzo tiles are usually made from porcelain, giving them immense strength and durability, and making them suitable for all areas of the home. Terrazzo tiles are available in a huge range of colour combinations and finishes, with varying chip sizes.
If you want to give your bathroom the wow factor, terrazzo tiles are among the most eye-catching styles you can choose however, be warned, terrazzo tiles can be addictive!
Terrazzo bathroom tile ideas
From subtle speckles to stand-out multicoloured chips, terrazzo tiles are bang on trend and we are loving the revival of this classic tile style. Make a statement in your bathroom with these versatile tiles, we guarantee you won’t be disappointed.
Transform an all-white bathroom
Terrazzo tiles are one of the most versatile tile designs you can choose; from the colour of the base porcelain to the different shapes and sizes of the flecks they contain, terrazzo can be as subtle or shout-out loud as you choose.
Terrazzo tiles are an excellent choice for modern bathrooms and they work especially well against white or neutral coloured walls.
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Go large with big chip terrazzo tiles
Terrazzo tiles can take on a completely different aesthetic depending on their colour and the size of the chips they contain.
Make an impact with a half-tiled terrazzo tile wall, perfect if you’re on a budget or if you just want to add a sprinkling of terrazzo to your bathroom.
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Add a terrazzo splashback
If you love the look of terrazzo but aren’t sure how to introduce it into a bathroom, starting with a simple splashback is a great idea. You can include other areas like the floor, or add a feature wall if you want to take it further.
Although terrazzo can be a busy design, it works surprisingly well in minimalist-style bathrooms. One of the many benefits of terrazzo tiles, including terrazzo-effect porcelain, is that the chips run right through the tile, negating the need for tile edging strips.
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Match your sink to your tiles
Terrazzo tiles have many advantages, not least that they can be matched with all interior colours, or, you can choose your colour scheme based on the chips in your terrazzo tiles.
Colour-coordinated bathrooms can make an incredible statement. Once seen as dated and undesirable, coloured sanitaryware has had a modern makeover and is back in a big way. Take advantage of this beautiful design trend and match terrazzo speckles with the sink.
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Fit neutral terrazzo wall tiles
Terrazzo is super versatile and it doesn’t have to dominate your bathroom design. Look for subtly coloured terrazzo tiles with chips in warm-neutral shades for an understated but interesting look.
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Create a terrazzo feature
Another brilliant way to introduce terrazzo to your bathroom is by picking a feature like a wall indent or windowsill, and lining it with terrazzo tiles flecked with your favourite shades.
Terrazzo sits well alongside all other colours and styles of tile and it’s incredible how just a splash of this speckled tile can make such a big impact on a small scale.
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Recommended Tile: Monarch Terrazzo Nero Matt
Add speckles to a shower area
If you want your terrazzo tiles to have a larger impact on your bathroom, you can clad an entire wall in these multicoloured tiles. The shower enclosure and the wall behind the bath are excellent options; you can surround the tiles with paint or tiles in a neutral shade, or pick a colour from the terrazzo chips.
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Subtle terrazzo flooring
Part of the popularity of terrazzo lies in its many variations. If you love the flecked look but want a subtler take, opt for lightly coloured terrazzo tiles. This is a great option if you have a traditional or period home and want to introduce terrazzo to your design scheme.
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Have fun with combination tiles
Take inspiration from this beautiful bathroom and use colours from the terrazzo chips to inform the paint and adjoining tile choices. This will create a gorgeously cohesive look and you can get away with using a completely different style of tile alongside your trusty terrazzo.
Metro tiles are a strong partner for terrazzo. Equally versatile, they can be laid in myriad patterns.
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Go for all-out terrazzo
Terrazzo is one of the most beautiful of all tile styles and as brilliant as it is when used over small areas, you can’t beat a fully-tiled terrazzo bathroom.
Working well in small and large bathrooms alike, terrazzo brings a refreshingly modern feel to all styles of bathroom and wet rooms.
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Terrazzo bathroom tile tips
If you love the look of terrazzo tiles but are unsure how to incorporate them into your bathroom design, here are our top tips:
- Coordinate – Terrazzo tiles come in a huge range of colours and styles so you’ll easily be able to find a tile to suit your preferred colour scheme. Take a sample of your bathroom paint colour when picking your tiles if you’re looking for a close match.
- Keep it simple – If you’re unsure how much terrazzo your bathroom can take, start small. Tilling a simple splashback, a window sill or the bathroom floor is an excellent starting point and you can always add more terrazzo as you go.
- Get tile samples – This is especially important with heavily patterned and coloured tiles.
- Combine tiles – Using different tiles in combination can be extremely effective. You might want to create a mood board before you start, allowing you to put different designs together.
- Get creative with the offcuts – Terrazzo tiles are too beautiful to waste! You can use the offcuts to make coasters, candleholders and planters, as well as tops for tables and vanity units.
Atlas Ceramics has a wide range of terrazzo wall and floor tiles to help you get the speckled look in your bathroom. Browse our selection or call one of our friendly experts for advice