The Transformative Power of Tile

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Everybody wants a beautiful home without footing the price of a beautiful home. Does this sound familiar to you? If you’re a home owner, I’m willing to bet it does! We all want to feel comfortable and refreshed in our own homes, and the best way to do that is by having a home that is decorated and designed to resonate with those who live in it. But redecorating or remodeling costs a fortune. So, we’re all wondering what changes we can make that will pack the biggest punch without spending an equally large sum. What’s the secret?

There is a secret. It’s tile. Tile is mainly used in bathrooms and kitchen because the furniture is (mostly) stationary, thus there’s not much risk of scratching or chipping. But there are other reasons, too, aside from tile’s water and mess resilience: it’s absolutely gorgeous. 


Tile is a simple way to create a massive impact on the aesthetics of your home, primarily your bathroom. Oftentimes, our bathrooms are an afterthought when we’re considering how we want our home to look and making those changes. But the bathroom is a massive part of our lives. So massive, in fact, that in an average lifetime, men will spend a whopping 855.8 days (or two years and 125 days) in there, and women will spend slightly less at 770.8 days.


So, we’re practically completing an associates degree in our bathrooms. It’s worth it to have it be a place of beauty and comfort then, right? Sure, “beautiful” is not the first word I think of when I think “bathroom”. And it’s not a word that comes to mind for anybody until they’re visiting a bathroom that truly is beautiful.


The best bathrooms I’ve visited had a few characteristics that stood out. The first was space. Sinks with a lot of countertops, especially those with dual sinks, and a big mirror are the obvious thing. Then, the features stand out. There should be ample space to store things on hooks and in drawers, good lighting, and of course, a fancy bathtub separate from the shower is a massive plus, too. But for many families, obtaining that ideal is simply not feasible. The average cost of a full bathroom remodel is upwards of $18,000. Money isn’t the only concern, either, as many bathrooms simply can’t accommodate the ideal.


It’s not bad news if you have a small bathroom, or don’t have over $10,000 to spend on a bathroom remodel. With tile, you can still get a gorgeous bathroom that is a pleasure to spend 855.8 days in (just… not all at once, okay?). Tile floor stands up to the rigors of daily bathroom use better than that of laminate and wood because tile isn’t as porous and has a coating that makes it impenetrable by moisture, stains, and puddles. It’s a flooring and wall covering that is easy to care for, clean, and will protect your bathroom.


There are nearly unlimited options for tile styles, making it a great option for a custom bathroom. But choosing tile isn’t so simple, which is what turns a lot of homeowners away from installing it on their own. Tile installation is best left to a professional anyway, as getting the grooves straight is imperative to tile that accents as opposed to tile that distracts. Plus, a professional tile installer has been around a time or two and knows the best tile type for your specific needs, and may even be an asset in helping with the design process. A tile installer knows how to take your bathroom from drab to beautiful with just a simple material. Of course, with home renovation, DIY is always an option. You should evaluate the pros and cons of going the DIY route, as well as see what’s required for the task, so you can decide if a professional is right for you. 


Even if you decide to go with professional tile installation, the cost of sprucing up your bathroom with beautiful tile is miniscule compared to that of a full remodel. The cost of having a tile job done on your bathroom varies greatly from bathroom to bathroom depending on a number of factors, so it’s best to call for an estimate to see if it’s within your budget. But even still, you’re getting a great bathroom at a fraction of the cost!


We all want gorgeous, inviting homes. Even if you’re not the host-type, there’s still no greater feeling than stepping into your home as you want it to be when you get home from a long day at work. Treat yourself and your home to something beautiful that will help with longevity in the long run, and get your bathroom some nice tile and a tile installer to lay it for you. Your 855.8 days will become that much more pleasant in your new, beautiful bathroom.

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