Updating tile in your home is always an exciting and fun project. Finding the perfect tile, color, and pattern can really bring a room from good to great. Finishing off the tile edge is another one of those fun decisions that you may not realize comes with multiple options and looks. Keep reading to see what options are available to finish off the edges of your next tile project.
A common choice for different tile locations is Schluter metal edging. This choice comes in many colors and reveals offering many options to pair with your tile selections. Using metal edging is one way to protect your tile work. Tile can chip on edges and corners through everyday wear and tear, but metal edging protects the tile from potential damage. Style and colors can be chosen based on tile and grout color to ensure every aspect of the space looks great. Schluter can be featured in bathrooms, showers, and even fireplace surrounds!
Bullnose Tile Pieces
Bullnose is another option to finish off tile. This option can create a crisp transition from tile to wall without introducing new colors or materials. The shape of the tile is slightly different than the rest of the tiles used. It has a curved or finished edge on one side allowing it to act as the end of the tile design. This clean edge provides a seamless end to your next tile project. This in progress project uses the bullnose piece to finish of the shower wall design and as the trim along the flooring to create a seamless design throughout the bathroom.
Mitered Corners
A mitered corner can be a great option to choose when it is possible. Not all tiles can be mitered. When a tile selection can be mitered, it can provide the cleanest edge possible when completing a tile project. A mitered corner requires each tile to have a 45 degree angle cut on the underside of each tile to allow them to meet up to the other tiles and create the 90 degree angle needed for a clean straight edge. A mitered corner creates the cleanest option to finish off a tile project due to its precise edge and clean angles.
Pencil Trim
Utilizing pencil in a tile design is another option to provide a finishing touch. Pencil offers a thin but raised edge to the surface. This is a rounded edge which can be an added benefit by avoiding options with sharp corners (like mitered corners) especially in areas with high traffic of children. This smooth edge design is inspired by none other than an actual pencil. On top of being used on the end or edge of a tile design it can be used within the design of a backsplash. It could be used as a border around a detail piece above a stove that features a different tile or pattern. Pencil is a great choice to use between two different types of tile that would meet on a corner or even flat on the wall.
Chair Rail
If you are interested in adding an extra detail in the design, chair rail may be the perfect choice. Chair rail often has ornate detailing that can elevate any project. It is often used to finish off a mosaic tile design, but its capabilities are endless. This tile edge option has many abilities and is a simple way to add some character or charm into a fresh tile project. Adding chair rail as a tile edge option can give your project extra flair that other tile edge options may not be able to provide. This detail focused option can even be used on a wall to separate one sized tile from another, just like it is featured in this shower.
Tile edges are the last step of choosing a tile for a project. It is important to find the right edge option for your tile to get the look you want and protect the tile to allow it to last as long as possible. You may have trouble finding the tile you want and an edge option that matches, but don’t fear Blue Star can certainly help find the perfect choice to finish off your project.