Why Mosaics are a Must

According to Merriam-Webster, a mosaic is defined as “a surface decoration made by inlaying small pieces of variously colored material to form pictures or patterns.” Mosaics have been seen in art for hundreds of years and continue to be seen in home design today. In relation to tile, mosaics usually consist of tiles smaller than 2x2” in an inlay pattern. However, the definition of mosaic tile varies greatly in the interior design community. There are many mosaic styles including penny round, basketweave, herringbone, and more. With all of the shapes, colors, and patterns available with mosaic tile, you are bound to find a product that is unique for you!

Mosaic tiles have a huge impact on a room. They can greatly affect the “vibe” or mood you are going for. The co-principal of Morgante Wilson Architects, an interior design firm based in Illinois stated that “just as a piece of jewelry can transform an outfit, tile is a finishing touch that can complete the design aesthetic and character by adding just the right amount of texture, color, movement and pattern.” Mosaic tile is great for any space, but especially for an area you would like to showcase. Let’s talk about why mosaic tile is the way to go if you’re wanting to spice up your home.

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Eco-Friendly

With our oceans and landfills filling up with more and more waste, the best thing we can do is try to reduce that waste. By choosing a mosaic tile made from recycled glass, you are limiting the amount of waste along with saving a lot of our natural resources. There’s also no need to worry about the durability and quality of these products in comparison to other glass products. The only major difference is that these products are better for the environment.

Material Options

The theme of this blog post is definitely that the possibilities are endless with mosaic tiles. This is also true when it comes to the materials used. Some popular materials that are used in mosaic tiles are glass, natural stone, and porcelain. As you may have seen in our previous blog post, Right Tile for the Right Space, different materials are better for different locations based on the tile’s strength, abrasion resistance, and water absorption. Because of this variety of materials, you are bound to find mosaic tile for your kitchen backsplash, bathroom floor, or even pool.

Personalization

This is one of the greatest aspects of mosaic tile - individuality! Even if you are not an Enneagram 4, this is probably an important aspect for you when it comes to interior design. With personalized mosaic tile, your home is never going to look like your neighbors’. You will be in a league on your own! Also, you are able to get the exact look you are wanting. If you’re going to go ahead and create a beautiful space within your home, you might as well make it exactly as you want.

While there are many reasons why mosaics are a must, the eco-friendly, material, and personalization options are really what set them apart. Come by our showroom to see all of the incredible mosaic tile we have to offer!