Bathroom vanity tile options?
I would like some advice on vanity backsplashes. The vanity is actually set back in a little recessed area. Here is where we are in our project.
The walk-in shower is done. We used large format tiles on the shower walls with small hex tiles on the floor. New skirted toilet was installed right when we moved in.
We are keeping the vanity and just purchased quartz in a color called dusk which is a light warm gray. Our flooring is a warm wood gray tone as well. We are not using any of the quartz as a backsplash, rather we would like the tile to come down to the countertop for a clean modern look.
So here is what I don't know would look the best. I have 2 options I am considering.
1. The large format tiles in the shower actually measure 47 x 23 inches. I was considering using these tiles placed horizontally as the backsplash. The only problem is the wall alcove is 51" wide leaving a 4" space. So, I am not sure how this would look if pieced at the right-hand corner? I haven't decided if the tile should also be placed on the side with the medicine cabinet or not?
2. Use white subway tiles only on the mirrored/light fixture side not on the medicine cabinet side. Should those tiles go up to the crown moulding or just up about 1/3 behind the round mirror? Does this option have too many different tile styles?
Yikes, I have no idea what to do here. Thank you for any and all advice, it is greatly appreciated.
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jck910,
Your suggestion makes sense, too much for a small bathroom especially without any windows.
I forgot to mention. that we are using vessel sinks. I think the tile will need to be up higher than you suggested because of the height of the sink being close to 6" and faucet at sits on top. Depending on the tile size, that will determine the number of rows to get the correct height.
PRO3 years agoJust as an aside I'd increase the size of the medicine cabinet and mirror.
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Here is how it turned out. First picture without light on.
This picture is with the light on. Our walls are butter yellow, they never look correct in photos.
tlynn1960