If you’ve been on Pinterest (or Apartment Therapy, or the Internet in general) at any point in the past five years, chances are you’ve seen shots of stunning, intricately designed floor (and wall) tiles. Featuring unique patterns, vivid colors, and a sturdy, practical texture, encaustic cement tiles crossed the pond and became hugely popular Stateside for a reason: For high-impact design, it just doesn’t get much better.
It’s important to remember that encaustic cement tile installed in a bathroom (or anywhere that it may get wet) will have to be sealed several times in order to account for its porous qualities, so make sure you consult a pro before getting your project underway.
Now let’s check out some of the most beautiful encaustic cement bathrooms out there.
Modern Black & White Contrast
This look is visually similar to the one at the top of the post – but still feels more clean and modern. The black accent along the ceiling is super unexpected, and gives the whole room a finished feel.
Sage Green, Gold & Copper
The pairing of the sage-y, minty green with black furnishings and copper fixtures is luxe, elegant, and totally unique.
Retro Blue & Yellow Floral
This is 1970s Grandma’s House, but in the very chicest of ways. The gold fixtures and muted color pairings are what make it feel fresh – not frumpy.
Dusty Blue Stardust
This elegant, understated – yet still striking – tile recalls a beautiful spa in Santorini.
Hardwood/Freehand Tile Combo
This freehand tile installation – located only where water from the tub is likely to damage the wood – is both completely unexpected and a more affordable way to incorporate encaustic cement tile into your home decor.
Retro Pink & Green
This look is definitely for those who appreciate some vintage flavor, but it’s so chic, and very beachy-retro-Malibu. The pink! The emerald green! The black accents!
(It’s also not encaustic cement tile, but details, details. It needed to be seen.)
Starry, Starry Night
This is like The Little Prince via Scandinavian Design.
(That’s a compliment.)
Zen Seafoam Green
Here are those sage-y starburst tiles again, but this time a more Zen/rustic space.
Mix-And-Match Accent Wall
A crazy, cool idea for an accent wall. And in case this looks like too much work, Villa Lagoon Tile sells “Patchwork Collections” in both black and white and multicolor.
Photo by Amy Bartlam
Black Fishscale
This tile is textured, unusual, and incredibly chic. Perfect for a small space, and can be finished with either a matte or high-gloss surface.
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