How a Glossy Tile Finish Can Elevate Your Space
We love the variety of colors, finishes, shapes, and sizes you get with tile. Walking through Riad’s Dallas showroom makes it clear that almost any design dream you have can become reality with some creative tile placement.
One of our current favorite styles is a glossy finish. Whether you’re working in a bathroom, kitchen, or outside by the pool, glossy tile finishes can elevate the space without any extra design elements.
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Bring on the Brilliance
A glossy tile finish automatically reflects the light from any natural or artificial source in the room. The thousands of bursts of light that glimmer off the tile surface add visual energy to the space.
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This office designed by Jill White Designs for @insurancedealsinheels is the perfect example of the added electric energy and brilliance that glossy tile brings to a space. Our Blush 2″x6″ Zellige tile is soft and stunning in this arch on the wall. When you enter this room, you know that work gets done (alongside some fun, clearly!), and you’re ready for the action.
An Invitation to Enjoy Outdoors
Outdoor tile can sometimes lose its style in favor of pure function, so we love that glossy tile finishes inherently ramp up the aesthetics in an outdoor installation. One of our favorite ways to capitalize on the glossy finish is to use tile on a wall or patio next to the pool. The reflection of water creates movement and interest on the tile, adding to the fun, carefree vibes of outdoor living.
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Rather than extending the matte tan pieces down along the side of the pool, @haus_of_meeshie and @studiojohnsharp added our Emerald Green 4″x4″ Zellige tile with a glossy finish near the water. The setup draws you in and invites a quick dip in the water before lounging poolside for a quick nap. Any time we can use tile finishes to help direct movement and interest in a space, that’s a win.
Warmth and Depth, No Matter the Space
A lot of our common renovation projects involve tile in bathrooms and small spaces. Working in tight quarters means that every design decision really matters, especially when it comes to colors and finishes. In many small bathrooms, using a dark, bold tile color might feel overwhelming for the homeowners, but plain white can feel cold and boring. The solution? Add a glossy finish.
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These 2″x6″ Snow Zellige tiles add depth and warmth to this small space, even though they aren’t introducing new colors. Because the light creates spots of shadow and interest on the tiles, the room feels alive and inviting. Rather than acting as a blank surface in the bathroom, this wall now actively contributes to the design style, elevating the whole space.
Whether you’re using a glossy tile finish to add some interest to a dark corner, dazzle your guests with a pop of colorful light, or draw attention to your focal point, you can’t go wrong by including this burst of design style in your next project.