A Bathroom is one of the most important areas in a house where we spend a considerable amount of time every day. It is a place where we detox and refresh ourselves. A hot water bath is just the perfect way to refresh in the morning or just before you retire for the day. A clean and well-kept bathroom adds to relaxation but with time, the appearance of the bathroom starts fading, specially the tiles that can give a real eyesore. This could also get quite embarrassing when you have guests at home. Replacing the tile could be an expensive and cumbersome affair and finding a tile of the same design can be a task in itself. Fret not as we are at your rescue with some simple and inexpensive ways of covering up those dirty and ugly tiles in your bathroom!
Paint the tiles:
Simply paint the tiles that you wish to hide or create a design by painting more than one tile. Clean the tile thoroughly to remove any stains or soap residue. You would want to use a cleaning solution to make sure that the stains are removed completely. Allow the tiles to dry and cover the grouts and the corners near the walls with a tape. Apply a coat of epoxy primer. Then apply a coat of epoxy paint in the color of your choice. A layer of a waterproof sealant completes the job. Remove the marking tape from the grouts and see your bathroom transform with a brand new look.
Use non-skid shower mat:
One of the easiest and convenient ways of hiding an ugly shower floor tile is by covering it with a non-skid shower mat. This not only covers the tile but also provides safety, as the suction cups below hold the mat in place, making it a safe and non-slip shower floor. Shower mats are available in different shapes and sizes and can be custom fit as well. With all the whimsical designs available in the market, these shower mats will surely bring a welcoming change in your bathrooms.
Tattoo the tiles:
Yes, you read that right! This is a rather new concept fast becoming a favorite among many people who want a trendy and fancy bathroom. Tile tattoos are waterproof stickers that are available in various themes and designs. Simply stick one of these on the wall tiles you want to hide and give your bathroom a cool look.
Quick fix:
If you are staying in a rented house or planning to sell the house or move to a new house soon, you would not want to invest too much on remodeling or working on a permanent solution for your unattractive bathroom tiles. You can camouflage the ugly tiles with a number of temporary quick fixes. Hang an attractive shower curtain covering the area of the tiles that you want to hide. You can also include some bathroom accessories, hand towels with bold colors and fixtures with designs and bright colors and highlighting other parts of the bathroom with lights that will draw away the attention from the tiles.
We are sure these tips are going to help you hide those ugly areas of your bathroom. However, you should avoid some aspects. Refrain from using wallpaper or a contact paper to cover those ugly wall tiles. No doubt this is one of the simplest do it yourself method, but they can have adverse consequences. Wallpapers tend to peel off with time due to the constant moisture in the bathroom. If you lucky and the wallpaper do not peel off, there is a constant risk of mildew and algae forming behind the paper that damages the surface of the tile further and is extremely difficult to get rid of. Therefore, wallpapers are a big NO for us.