Rectangular tile layout. One-size tile layout options

Have you decided to make a long-awaited renovation in your apartment and lay out the floor with ceramic tiles? It remains to buy a suitable tile and decide on the method of laying it.

Important! When choosing ceramic tiles consider the size and shape of the room. Prepare the surface: level all loose places, plaster, prime. Depending on the tile laying option, calculate its consumption with a margin of 10%. Do not forget to take into account the distance between the tiles (seam).

Before you begin to develop a scheme for laying tiles on the floor, we suggest that you familiarize yourself with its main methods.

Video: how to choose a way to lay floor tiles

1. Traditional

This is the most common way. Provides for the location of ceramic tiles parallel to the floor and tightly to each other in even rows. The key to the quality of the cladding is evenness. Usually, square tiles are used to create such a pattern, but rectangular tiles will also look good.

The traditional way of laying tiles



Drawing features. Traditional masonry will have an unusual and original look if you use tiles of different colors. This is the easiest and at the same time the fastest way to lay tiles, but some important points should be considered:

  • at the slightest factory defect in the tile or careless laying, all irregularities and inaccuracies will sharply rush into the eyes;
  • the facing of this option looks a bit monotonous;
  • the best way is only for seamless ceramic tiles.

Stacking technology. It is important to observe the uniformity of laying, as well as the horizontal and vertical dimensions of the joints. Does not require professional training and skill.

2. Diagonal

This is the most beautiful and difficult option, despite the fact that the basic styling skills serve as the basis for the diagonal method. The difficulty lies in the diagonal axes along which the floor tiles are located. Certain skills, significant material and time costs require mandatory cutting of tiles, which also creates difficulties when facing in this way.


Diagonal tile laying



The advantage of diagonal masonry is the ability to perfectly hide the curvature of the surface. It is used most often for facing non-standard and small-sized surfaces.

Drawing features. When laying, the grid of the pattern should be located at an angle of 45 degrees to the floor. Ideal for square tiles. The pattern looks very interesting even when using plain ceramic tiles.

It is necessary to remember about the large amount of waste, since the tiles adjacent to the walls must be cut. This is the best option, hiding all the errors of an uneven floor. The room visually expands.

Stacking technology. It is important to remember the exact calculation of the diagonal pattern. Before laying, the floor surface should be thoroughly cleaned of paint, linoleum, wood particles, then it should be primed. Ceramic tiles are much easier to install on a perfectly flat floor, while using a minimum of glue.

The first row is laid in the traditional direct way using a rectangular tile, the length of which is equal to the diagonal of the main square tiles. The second row is laid from pre-cut tiled triangles (downward hypotenuse). All subsequent rows can be laid in horizontal rows, following the principle of diagonal layout.

3. Offset

This method resembles brickwork. A fairly common and original way of laying tiles on the floor. Rectangular plain tiles look best, although square ones are often laid. Offset cladding will create a historic atmosphere for your space. A suitable option for avoiding general monotony and hiding small defects.


The way of laying tiles with offset (offset)




Photo: laying contrasting tiles with offset

Drawing features. Brickwork and corridor, giving the room originality. Staggered laying is carried out only in horizontal rows, and each tile of the next row is laid so that its middle coincides with the seam of the previous row.

4. Herringbone styling

The method consists in laying ceramic tiles in the form of parquet. Such a floor looks very interesting and unusual. For laying "Christmas trees" use rectangular tiles. There are two options for such a laying scheme:


Laying herringbone tiles



It is difficult to imagine a house or apartment in which at least one room was not finished with ceramic tiles. Its popularity has been at its height, probably for centuries. And all because the material is really amazing, having many advantages over others. It is moisture-resistant, wear-resistant, easy to maintain and install, is represented by a wide range of colors, shapes, textures, and at the same time costs in a very different price range. Everyone can easily find a suitable option for themselves.

Experts advise, before proceeding with the choice of ceramic tiles, it is important to first decide on the option of laying it. There are a very considerable number of them, and each of them is able to transform a room in its own way, reveal its advantages and hide its flaws.

Before buying a tile, you should decide on the installation method.

"Chess", "Herringbone" and not only

When analyzing the ways of laying tiles on the floor, it is important not to miss the requirements put forward for each of them. To take into account all the nuances as much as possible, it is worth knowing that there are several of the most famous styling options:

  • traditional, classic version;
  • chess;
  • diagonal or offset method;
  • parquet or herringbone;
  • "Christmas tree with an attachment";
  • modular.

All six options are the standard ones that are used most often. Each of them will be discussed in more detail later in the article.


Herringbone tile laying option

Traditional (basic) tile laying pattern

This method of mounting ceramic tiles implies the well-known method of laying out butt-to-butt, in even, straight rows without gaps. For this tile laying option, the most suitable type is a square or rectangular shape. It is used for both floor and wall finishing. To visually increase the space, preference is given to large ceramics of large size.


This method is used both for the floor and for the wall.

No need to think that such a layout looks boring and mundane, it is quite possible to diversify and improve it. This method looks beautiful if you play with the decor, lay it out in a checkerboard pattern, combine different colors, or even use different drawings and panels. In addition, this is perhaps the most economical scheme for laying tiles on the floor, since it produces a minimum of waste.


Even this simple method has its advantages.

Basic technology with diagonal laying

This method builds on the previous one and can be implemented in two ways:

  • the perimeter of the room is passed, laying the tiles evenly, and the middle is laid diagonally, starting from the corner;
  • diagonal masonry starts directly from the corner.

In this technology, it is incredibly important to observe the equality of the axes, make accurate measurements and make high-quality markings. Compared to traditional laying, this method is more expensive, because it involves cutting tiles into triangles, and this produces a lot of waste. But the superiority of the pattern in diagonal styling is obvious. This method is especially relevant for small rooms, as it is able to significantly expand and visually enlarge the space, of course, provided that the colors are chosen concisely and correctly.


This styling looks very unusual and beautiful.

Checkerboard floor tiles

This is still the same basic option, with one main difference, having opted for it, it is important to observe one basic requirement: the tile must be located similarly to a chessboard. That is, either two colors with the same or different textures, or different tones of the same color are used. Such a coating looks very interesting and not ordinary, and playing with colors you can achieve a stunning effect.


In this styling I use 2 colors

Diagonal checkerboard

All manipulations are identical to the basic diagonal layout with one but: it is important to alternate colors and keep the axes equal. Diagonal checkerboard laying can easily hide the unevenness of the room, expand it, no matter what size of tiles was purchased.

Laying tiles with offset (in run)

Also a very famous method, reminiscent of brickwork. Its advantage is not only ease of installation, but also the ability to use both square and rectangular tiles with the same excellent effect.

The “offset” technology requires obligatory maintenance of equal thickness of horizontal seams.


The process of laying in this way is very long and laborious.

A room finished in this way will look original and extraordinary, almost any flaws and minor errors will be hidden.

Laying tiles with inserts and offset looks very interesting, with this approach all the requirements for laying with offset are met by adding special inserts, usually they are sold ready-made. This method is a bit like a mosaic and can be implemented both in a traditional way and diagonally.


A floor with such styling will look very unusual.

Herringbone pattern

This is an imitation of the well-known parquet board, a really beautiful and elegant way to decorate your home. For such a scheme, a rectangular tile imitating wood is chosen, but bright colors can also be preferred. It all depends on what effect they want to achieve from the room; there are absolutely no barriers to modern interior design. You can also lay plain tiles, the canvas will look calm and restrained, or you can play with colors by combining different colors or tones. If the standard "herringbone" is a simple imitation of parquet, then the "herringbone with attachment" is a more complex analogue both in execution and in perception. For this technique, special inserts are used, they can be of a different color, texture or size, the technology is similar to mosaic.


For such a scheme, a rectangular tile imitating a tree is chosen.

Modular installation

The most refined and intricate styling technique. If the standard options for laying floor ceramics can be diversified with decors and patterns, then tiles for modular laying look advantageous on their own, even in a single-color design. Its grid consists of several rectangular tiles of various sizes, the manufacturer thinks in advance about the options for composing a single whole from them, as a rule, there are a lot of them. In addition, there are various decorative components in the modular grid, elements that are different in color or texture, all this allows you to give free rein to your imagination and bring the spirit of perfection into your home. Each tile element must belong to the same collection, in order to avoid violating the overall external similarity. In order to lay such tiles as correctly as possible, the manufacturer attaches to it a catalog with options and diagrams for the most correct layout.


Each tile element must belong to the same collection

How to decide on the method of laying ceramic tiles?

Depending on the size of the room to be remodeled, they choose such an option for laying tiles so that it solves the problem of the owners as much as possible. Expand the space, hide flaws, give it exclusivity and sophistication, all this can be obtained by choosing the right way of laying.


The easiest way is the classic tile laying pattern.

When choosing a laying scheme, it is worth proceeding from:

  • budget - the most expensive methods, there are diagonal and modular options;
  • the desired effect - such types of tile laying as diagonal and modular are the most popular;
  • floor colors and textures;
  • the size of the room - for example, if you want to build a panel in the center of the room, it will look advantageous in spacious rooms.

With the help of tiles you can very well diversify the design

With the help of this or that technique, the presence or absence of a pattern, decor, you can transform the room simply beyond recognition. There are many graphic editors on the Internet that allow you to see your room in the form of a 3D model and experiment with its arrangement and repair. Naturally, the financial possibilities and taste of the owners of the house play a leading role in the choice of flooring and the method of its installation.

Applying a pattern when laying tiles

A drawing laid out organically and correctly on the flooring increases its beauty several times. It is not for nothing that almost all manufacturers of ceramic tiles provide various opportunities for organizing a beautiful picture, it can be decor, frieze, inserts, panels, various borders and other elements that combine with tiles to get one whole picture, flooring. A person with imagination can easily create a real masterpiece from the options of floor ceramics available on the market today.


Drawing from ceramic tiles will visually complement the design of the room

When organizing a drawing, consider:

  • plain floor ceramics with a solid pattern will give the room a visual space and make it calm and concise;
  • bright plain tiles or a mixture of bright colors in the room will fill the room with a playful and joyful mood;
  • all kinds of ornaments will give the room severity and restraint;
  • elongated (longitudinal) patterns will visually lengthen the room, wide (transverse), on the contrary, will expand;
  • a drawing or pattern that has its continuation in another room will visually enlarge the space;
  • the mosaic will create an atmosphere of high cost and an eternal holiday in the room;
  • to create an intricate and interesting look, you can use a standard grout that is different from the color of ceramics.

Decorating your own home is incredibly pleasant, especially if you have the desire and opportunity for it. The availability of the Internet crossed out all the facets of the impossible, thanks to it today you can learn everything and implement any ideas and plans.

Whatever option of laying floor ceramics you like, you should always remember that skill and professionalism of the person who lays it still plays a huge role in the process of its installation.

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Video: Original tile laying pattern

After acquiring a tile, a natural question arises: how best to arrange it? If you purchase ready-made compositions or expensive edging, then it doesn’t matter how you lay out the elements. Savings are achieved through the original method of laying. The following are the ways of arranging in the bathroom.


When distributed in the corners, there should be no narrow details, then the work done will seem professional. Consider the laying options using the example of a 50 by 20 cm tile on a wall 210 cm long. The width of the gaps is not taken into account, since it does not affect anything.



The last of the options requires more material consumption, but the result is worth it.

If the shape of the tile is rectangular, then you should choose a horizontal layout. It will help you avoid tight cuts.

Private examples


Floor layout

Laying on the floor is easier due to the lack of hatches. Arrange the elements in the third way. The number of rows of solid canvases is calculated, 1 is subtracted. Installation is carried out from the center to the edges. A whole element is placed in the center, and 2 identical trims are placed near adjacent walls. It is important to know the subtleties of installation.


Tile collection elements

Usually the collection includes 5 parts:


Often, background and decor elements have a similar shape and size. The length of the borders are the same, but their height is less. Floor tiles are predominantly square in shape. Some collections represent multiple variations of items. For high-quality repair, one type of execution of all components of the collection is enough.

Background and floor elements are cut at any angle. Border tiles can only be cut to length, and decorative elements cannot be touched.

Are borders necessary?

Previously, edging was used in bathrooms. With the advent of suspended and stretch ceilings, the relevance of edging is a thing of the past, since their location is possible at any level.

The edging is not used as a border between light and dark color, as the effect is lost after the bathroom furnishing. It is also difficult to find the optimal height. The joints of the curb tiles look unaesthetic, and the price of the edging increases the cost of finance.

Versatile color combinations for bathroom and lavatory renovations

For the floor choose a tile of dark tones. The gloss on the floor will be slippery. Over time, blemishes will appear. When combined with dark canvases on the wall and floor, a beautiful and harmonious composition is obtained. On dark canvases, places of pollution are less noticeable. Dark canvases are placed 5 centimeters above the level of the bathroom to avoid narrow trimmings after installing the ceramic skirting board. When the exact height is not known, it is advisable to lay 1 extra row.

When facing the toilet, the transition from dark to light color is at the level of the drain button and the toilet bowl. Dark elements can be located a little higher. Sometimes a dark color is used as a light diluent. A belt of dark canvases is placed under the ceiling. The width of the finish must exceed the height of 1 canvas.

The dark rim will be reflected in the white stretch ceiling, which will create a harmony of color. The shade of the ceiling covering will look perfectly matched. As a result, dark-colored tiles on the wall will protrude slightly above the bathroom and border the space above. The entire remaining area is filled with light canvases of the background.

Otherwise, the interior will turn out to be monotonous and boring. If you want to get an original and beautiful environment in the bathroom, you can leave a whole row of tiles at the top and bottom, and then paste decor elements there.

When decorating walls, decorating a wall with a door is undesirable. Decorating this part is acceptable in a different color, or in combination with the main range. The absence of inharmonious joints and gaps will allow you to get a concise interior and a bathroom that is not easy to get dirty.

Layout methods

In addition to the options described above, there are other ways to place tile sheets.

Basic option

A simple and popular method is the classic layout without offsets. This styling technique looks best with large elements.

45 degree diamond pattern

The corner method is in second place in popularity. This layout is much more original than the first, but the complexity increases with this method. It requires marking the center of the room at the preliminary stage and a lot of trimmings. Consumption when laying with a rhombus is about the same (15 percent). The first 4 canvases are laid in accordance with the axes of intersection.

Laying "in a run"

If the tile is rectangular, the brickwork principle applies. The method is applicable with square canvases. In the absence of experience, this method is optimal, since it allows you to hide the unevenness of the joints. To complete the drawing, the canvases are laid from the central part of the room, placing 3 elements in a triangle.

Chess layout

Another layout option is chess. Highlights are achieved by alternately laying two types of contrasting colors, for example, black and white. This method is also acceptable when laying with a rhombus. Installation "runaway" at an angle is not performed, as the floor will look crooked.

lines

A universal layout method, where instead of edging, trimmings of the main tile sheets are used to highlight sections of the walls.

Most often, the separation is carried out in a horizontal plane. The vertical layout looks illogical and after the arrangement of the bathroom, the effect is lost. In the case of installation "on the run" this method of layout is unacceptable, as can be seen in the photo.

Linen carpet

This pattern is applicable for large surfaces and areas of premises that are in plain sight. Areas of the room are highlighted using squares of elements of other shades. Thus, allocate any necessary part of the room. The dimensions of the inserts depend on the area of ​​the room.

Ornament

A variant of this layout is similar to the previous method. Visual stretching of the picture is used. Enlarging the floor center pattern will make the layout look prettier. The main elements are usually chosen in light shades, and dark canvases look like long borders.

Kaleidoscope

When using a variety of shades of canvases and their placement, you can get an original effect as a result. The colors must match. A minimum of 2 shades are used. Drawings can be radial, horizontal or completely chaotic. The central part is filled with dark shades, and the edges are light. This layout involves the use of small tiles.

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Conclusion

When experience in working with tiles is not enough, it is recommended to choose a simple installation method. As you gain experience, you can get non-standard solutions by improvisation.

You know perfectly well that floor tiles are different. It differs in format and shape (rectangular, square or with individual outlines), as well as colors. Because naturally and logically, there are various ways to lay tiles on the floor - and if you think carefully, you can get a unique combination of colors and shapes, arrangements of elements.

However, it is not necessary to reinvent the wheel, because many combinations of which you can choose an interesting ceramic flooring have already been invented! We'll talk about this.

One-size floor tiles: installation methods

Basic way

This type of styling is one of the most widespread in everyday life - it can be seen in any home. The basic scheme for laying tiles on the floor involves the arrangement of all the constituent elements of the floor covering tightly pressed against each other in even and straight rows.

The basic arrangement does not require any special superpowers - it is the simplest and fastest when creating a seamless canvas.

Basic method: simplicity of drawing and large format - expand the space

Advice! In order to visually expand the floor area, you should choose a large-format material without patterns and patterns. The basic method, in this case, is the most suitable.

With this method of laying, rectangular ceramics do not look very effective, however, here there are some tricks for diversifying the space. For example, you can build a frame from a dark tile, placing a lighter one in the center. Or randomly insert elements of bright contrasting colors in different places.

Basic method at an angle

The tile does not have to be laid parallel to the walls - it can be rotated so that the square becomes an equilateral rhombus. With such laying, the floor looks more interesting.

With this option, it is also better to use tiles without an ornament.

The disadvantages of the method include the following points:

  • cutting a lot more tiles, which will entail an extra waste of time and money. Diagonal laying of tiles on the floor will require the purchase of more material than originally planned, based on the area;
  • the need for increased patience and accuracy, because this is a rather painstaking and time-consuming work;
  • as a result, a considerable amount of labor waste.

Chess way

With this type of tiling, you:

  • bring a more positive and joyful mood into the room;
  • the interior will become more cheerful and brighter.

It is not at all necessary to use a tile covering of colors in contrast, the floor can be made “softer” with several different shades of the same color.

Advice! If you purchased a tile with lines or stripes, you can create a “chess effect”: the tile is laid so that the lines are perpendicular.

Chess way at an angle

In this case, the tile is laid in the same way as the second option, differing only in the order of the material in dark and light colors. Do not, again, forget about the overestimated consumption of material and waste.

In a run (at an angle in a run)

  1. In this case, after tiling, the floor resembles brickwork. For a straight run, both a square tile shape and a rectangular one are suitable.

There are certain nuances here:

  • when choosing ceramics of several colors or distinguished by texture, the floor may visually appear crooked;
  • this is not at all related to styling errors - the effect is purely visual.

  1. Laying "in a run", but at an angle - the process is quite laborious, not everyone will be able to build such a laying with their own hands. This method requires perfectly aligned walls and corners in the rooms, because any existing irregularities will only be emphasized.

Herringbone method

This method of laying tiles on the floor is designed to imitate parquet layout. In this case, the material is exclusively rectangular in shape.

Today there are several options for herringbone flooring:

  1. If the first tile from the wall runs parallel to it, then the Christmas tree branch will cut your room diagonally. In addition, you will not need to spend a lot of time on pruning, there will be little waste.
  2. If the tiles are laid at a 45-degree angle to the wall, the Christmas tree legs will go perpendicular to it..

You should not use tiles that imitate natural stone for this method: your floor will look awkward.

In doing so, you should pay attention to the following:

  • if a narrow form of material was chosen for this installation, this will visually increase the space;
  • large-sized tiles, on the contrary, reduce the space and make the overall room more comfortable.

When laying herringbone, you can use ceramics of different shades and colors (combine more than 2-3 colors). The floor turns out to be colorful and bright - improves mood. Multi-colored fragments can be stacked randomly, creating abstract combinations of stripes on the floor.

Geometric shapes and lines

There are also examples of laying tiles on the floor in the form of lines and geometric shapes, and to implement such ideas, you will need ceramic elements of different colors (colors, shades).

Stripes:

  • able, crossing the room in length, to stretch the room following the lines;
  • can cross in width - the room, on the contrary, is shortened;
  • diagonally;
  • they can be made both continuous and intermittent;
  • direct perpendicularly;
  • create all sorts of geometric shapes from them.

With all this, this method is relatively simple and practically does not involve waste. In addition, the price of leftovers and small lots in stores is often underestimated during sales, which is also a plus.

Options for combining tiles

Types of laying tiles on the floor in the presence of imagination can be diversified by combining different methods. This method is interesting functionally, not only from the point of view of aesthetics: it effectively allows you to divide the room into zones.

For example:

  • the kitchen area can be laid out using the basic method;
  • dining room - basic corner;
  • sofa area - using the "chessboard" method at an angle.

This is just one option. If you are a person who does not look for easy ways and does not follow the beaten paths and the option of using single-size tiles seems boring and old-fashioned to you, you can try to create a unique pattern for your flooring using tiles of various sizes.

The tiles can be laid in a well-thought-out order or randomly, using various configurations and formats. If the tile sizes are multiples of one another, this method of laying is called modular. These products have a complex manufacturing process and intricate design ideas, which leads to a higher cost of the material.

We examined the main types of tile laying that exist in modern construction practice, as well as some of the options for combining styles.

This, of course, is far from all methods and types - and your personal imagination and desire to create something inimitable at home plays an important role here. The suggested video in this article will help you understand the topic deeper.

What options for laying tiles on the floor exist today. Literally every new home has tile flooring in at least one of the rooms. In order for the flooring to be not only effective but also attractive, various installation methods are used. This article will highlight the most common options for laying tiles on the floor, which are actively used by masters. And also what options for laying tiles on the floor are best entrusted to the masters.

How to choose a tile installation method

Before laying the tiles, you must initially choose by what method this laying will be carried out in the room.

The main points when choosing a layout are:

  • Dimensions and shape of the room. It directly depends on these parameters whether there will be an effect of visual narrowing or expanding the dimensions of the room. With proper selection of tile sizes, as well as the option of its placement, it is possible to get an excellent result;
  • Further placement of furniture and appliances. The choice of the method by which the tiles will be laid also depends on the location of these items;
  • Illumination of the room. This parameter is also important, due to the fact that the presence of glare zones, as well as places with increased shading, is unacceptable;
  • The quality of the prepared base. In the case of a defective base, it will be necessary to fill in a new screed, which in turn will take away the height of the ceilings, and in order to level this moment, you can choose the way of laying out the plates, in the implementation of which there will be a visual increase in the height of the ceiling.

When performing surface preparation, it is necessary to remove the old coating, revise the base, if necessary, fill in a new leveling screed and thus perform leveling work.

When selecting and calculating the desired material, it is imperative to take into account the stock that needs to be purchased. The minimum stock value is 10% of the material.

Floor tile laying methods

Ways, as well as options for laying tiles on the floor can be as follows:

  1. Traditional, it is also a classic version;
  2. Diagonal mounting;
  3. Herringbone method;
  4. Installation with a run-up;
  5. Modular design;

These are the main types of laying tiles on the floor, each of them will be discussed in detail.

Classic tiling

This type of laying floor tiles is considered the most common and easiest to implement. In this case, the tiles are laid in a parallel way tightly to each other in even rows. The fundamental criterion for high-quality laying of tiles is the evenness of laying.

To implement this kind of layout, square and rectangular tiles are used.

In order for such a layout not to seem monotonous and everyday, you can perform the following actions: replace some of the mounted tiles with tiles of the same size, but of excellent colors, then with the help of such inserts you can even make a kind of ornament.

To achieve a high-quality and aesthetically complete image, you need to perform the following activities:

  • Installation must begin not from the first row from the wall, but from the second. This is done in order to create the most aligned mounting line. The first row is placed last and trimmed if necessary;
  • To obtain the last rows of the same size, it is necessary to proceed with the installation of tiles from the center of the floor. If laid from a corner, then there is a possibility that the end plates will not have different dimensions.

This method of laying tiles does not require special professional skills.

Diagonal tiling

The above method of placing tiles on the floor is considered the most difficult and at the same time the most beautiful. The basic principle of this method lies in the fact that the tiles are laid at an angle of forty-five degrees in relation to the standard arrangement. In this layout, square tiles are used and have a solid color scheme.

The main disadvantage of this method is the need to trim the tiles laid near the walls, which requires certain skills and increases the amount of waste material. Also, a significant amount of time is spent on the process of sawing porcelain tiles, which also needs to be taken into account.
The advantage of this layout is that it allows you to perfectly hide defects and surface irregularities, as well as significantly increase the visual dimensions of the room.


Herringbone tile layout

This method involves the installation of tiles according to the parquet scenario. Under such placement, a specialized rectangular tile is used. There are two possible options for the execution of such a layout: this is directly its classic version, as well as the version using the “attachment” (additional mosaic insert).

Wood imitation tiles should be used, as this coating will look natural, but it is better not to use stone veneer tiles. This method leaves an absolute minimum of possible waste.


Floor tiles - parquet imitation

What other options are there for laying tiles on the floor?

Installation of floor tiles with a run

This layout method visually resembles ordinary brickwork.

It is often used and an original design is created using this arrangement. Most often used in the bathroom or hallway. To perform the work, a square tile is used, less often a rectangular one.

It is carried out along horizontal lines so that the tile in the next row is aligned with its middle with the junction of two plates of the upper row. It is also possible to perform such masonry according to the diagonal principle, but in this case, waste and requirements for the thickness of the seam increase sharply.


Laying tiles in a modular way

This method requires an initial accurate calculation of the layout of tiles of different sizes, taking into account the size of the seam. Allows you to create compositions of individual performance, ready-made layouts with the attached scheme and tiles are also available. The easiest way to implement it is to purchase large-sized tiles with imitation of a set.

The basic principle of installation is the repetition of a heterogeneous pattern over the entire floor area.


The article examined what options exist for laying tiles on the floor, after reading them, you can choose which option is most suitable for you.