Tile in tiny entrance hallway. Too busy?
Richard G
5 years ago
While the house in general is going to have wood throughout I wanted to tile the tiny raised entrance. We are probably going to sell towards the end of the year so I was wanting to put something which wouldn’t be too outlandish and was just concerned the tile I’ve chosen is a bit too busy & might not accommodate a broad range of tastes.
I was just looking for a poll of opinions as to whether I’d be better going with a plain grey or slate tile instead?
The walls will likely be elephants breath & white woodwork.
Thank you as always for any input!
I was just looking for a poll of opinions as to whether I’d be better going with a plain grey or slate tile instead?
The walls will likely be elephants breath & white woodwork.
Thank you as always for any input!
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Francesca Davie
5 years ago
Patrina
5 years agoI quite like the tile. I would keep the walls fairly neutral and possible introduce a plain border around the edge of the tiles.
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