skip to main content

Remodeling Design Dilemma Bathrooms

Bath tile for Taj Mahal countertop

3 years ago

last modified: 3 years ago

We are redoing two baths, hall and master. I would appreciate any input you can offer. Both baths have the same cabinets. Both baths will have Taj Mahal quartzite counters.

Countertops

collection if materials

cabinets

wood porcelain tile

possible design layout for back wall in master shower

I would like to use the porcelain wood tile by Cerdomus Ceramiche in walnut color (in both (5" x 40 or 10" x 40).

I would like to use the Panaria Flow, color Desert (12 x 24) laid in a subway style for the tub/shower area in the hall bath. I would also like to use the same Panaria tile, but cut into probably 12 x 12 and use a coordinating 2 x 2 mesh for the shower floor as well as inside a framed area on the main shower wall in the master bathroom. I would use the white (Bedrosians Traditions in biscuit) to cut the frame, most likely 2". For the walls in both, I am thinking about Behr Marquee in Creamy Mushroom. Thanks in advance

Featured Answer

PRO

Beth H. :

3 years ago

last modified: 3 years ago

that subway tile is too creamy yellow. Taj is a cooler toned stone. more grays and cooler whites.

I wouldn't use anything yellow based. These do not really go together. for sure the yellow/peach tile doesn't

I personally think the "travertine-look" larger tile is too busy, will compete w/both flooring and the Taj, and quite frankly has had it's day.

I'd do something like this,, any of these look great w/taj. the mosaics would work on the shower floor and the niche or accent.

or, look at these for larger tiles for either your bathroom floor, or even the shower walls.

16x16 Terrazzo kashmir,, next one is Tilebar, 24x24 porcelain, matte limestone-look. (I love that tile)

Tilebar Cavatina is also nice. these come in a 12x24 size too. I'd use this or the one above, over that other tile you picked.

(ignore the decorative tile)

Do a 3x12 or 4x12 subway tile set in a stacked pattern.

Or this tile in a white or soft gray, also in this same layout.

are you dead set on the wood look tile in the bathroom? is this a rustic house?

is this the look you want w/your tile in the shower and the wood look tile?

I would use a solid porcelain tile for the bathroom floor, maybe in a herringbone. a darker, warmer gray would look nice. (or a soft white)

Or, this herringbone below would look killer on the floor, or even in the shower. Finland White wood tile at Floor and Decor.

that wood look tile looks nice in a bathroom that has more of a country feel. is your bathroom country style? I'd say no based on the style of that traditional vanity. the two styles clash. as do the different larger tiles you've chosen.

A Zellige tile would look amazing w/the Taj. it's here on the floor.

and doing a busy mosaic pattern inside of a busy larger tile, just looks busy. especially with all of the other busy tile (floors and countertop) you have.

Look at Cloe tile. they have a soft gray or a white that would be perfect w/Taj. Diff sizes and shapes too

what if you got Taj Majal tiles? You don't have to go to this extent, but they'd look nice on the floor or in the shower

taj countertop, lighter, creamier/gray flooring

Sort by:Oldest

Comments (6)

kmk10629
3 years ago
That sounds really pretty! I am also using Taj Mahal. Beautiful stone!
Related Discussions
Complementary countertop for Taj Mahal?
Q
Comments (5)
I know you can't see this very well in this photo but it looks nice with the Taj on the island. It appears to be a solid surface in a taupe-y grey color on the perimeter. If you go with granite, you could have it honed to knock off the shine. You could try something like Caledonia just to check if that would look ok with it, it's a grey stone. One of the black honed granites would be a nice compliment as well as long as it were a more dusty black and honed I think it would be pretty with it or a solid surface off white may work well. Here are some photos, one has stainless steel by the stove. Good luck! [[(https://www.houzz.com/photos/camelot-reserve-transitional-kitchen-phoenix-phvw-vp~6155960) [Transitional Kitchen[(https://www.houzz.com/photos/transitional-kitchen-ideas-phbr1-bp~t_709~s_2112) by Scottsdale General Contractors Camelot Homes [[(https://www.houzz.com/photos/granite-and-marble-slabs-modern-kitchen-atlanta-phvw-vp~5632317) [Modern Kitchen[(https://www.houzz.com/photos/modern-kitchen-ideas-phbr1-bp~t_709~s_2105) by Dallas Tile, Stone & Countertops Levantina USA [[(https://www.houzz.com/photos/stanwich-road-traditional-new-york-phvw-vp~2995374) [Traditional Kitchen[(https://www.houzz.com/photos/traditional-kitchen-ideas-phbr1-bp~t_709~s_2107) by Mamaroneck Kitchen & Bath Designers Studio Dearborn [[(https://www.houzz.com/photos/eclectic-kitchen-eclectic-kitchen-chicago-phvw-vp~186156) [Eclectic Kitchen[(https://www.houzz.com/photos/eclectic-kitchen-ideas-phbr1-bp~t_709~s_2104) [[(https://www.houzz.com/photos/contemporary-townhouse-kitchen-transitional-kitchen-dc-metro-phvw-vp~799107) [Transitional Kitchen[(https://www.houzz.com/photos/transitional-kitchen-ideas-phbr1-bp~t_709~s_2112) by Falls Church General Contractors NVS Remodeling & Design [[(https://www.houzz.com/photos/showplace-inset-cabinets-traditional-kitchen-phvw-vp~519279) [Traditional Kitchen[(https://www.houzz.com/photos/traditional-kitchen-ideas-phbr1-bp~t_709~s_2107) by Harrisburg Cabinets & Cabinetry Showplace Wood Products [[(https://www.houzz.com/photos/a-showstopper-kitchen-traditional-kitchen-boston-phvw-vp~9214456) [Traditional Spaces[(https://www.houzz.com/photos/traditional-home-design-ideas-phbr1-bp~s_2107) by Wellesley Kitchen & Bath Designers Divine Kitchens LLC A couple of the pictures I just liked because the Taj was so pretty in them! A picture of your slab or similar is included. Click on the photos to see them larger.
...See More
porcelain floor tile to go with taj mahal quartzite counters
Q
Comments (3)
Even though I didn't want wood floors in the kitchen, I finally decided to go with them because I just couldn't find the ideal tile. I hope your remodel goes smoother than mine did! Good luck.
...See More
What color should I use on my kitchen walls with Taj Mahal counters?
Q
Comments (1)
I have these countertops and it depends on your color balance. every room should have light, medium, and dark tones. now dark doesnt need to mean black, but the darkesst tone in the room. for yu, it might be your floor or that maybe the lightest as we don't have sample pictures. If your floors are light, I'd recommend darker hardware and accent pieces. everything then would be very light and i would use a midtone (a color between your lightest and darkest piece) that has a bit of yellow or rust to it (though the countertop can be beige, gray, and white with a rust veining, it can also be green. So I recommend picking your exact slab of quartzite, because if you don't, you won't know which you will get. Anyways, my style isnt everyones, but this can give you an idea. The stone on the right has every color in the cabinets, back splash, appliances, and the countertop. So one of these colors, even in a lighter or darker tone, should work. If you can get samples of each piece and create a board for the room, this may also help you select the right color for you and your home.
...See More
Is Taj Mahal counters too busy for Zellige tile backsplash
Q
Comments (9)
Many on this forum have a fear of mixing anything but plain subway with Taj Mahal ... and most of them have never designed a kitchen with TM! Depending on the slab of TM, it can actually look quite muted and "boring" once installed. Some people like mixing color and/or pattern, and others don't, buy it doesn't mean that both design styles can't work. These are some of my favorites. Not white cabinets, but the bold tile fits with the TM and the rest of the overall design of the house. I used this marble mosaic with my TM and BM Chantilly Lace cabinets. The brown marble ties into the wood floors, wood ceiling beams and brown veins in TM.
...See More
PRO
JAN MOYER
3 years ago
last modified: 3 years ago
Tajj Mahal and a wood porcelain anything on the shower walls is not a good look. Tile is too yellow as well as you have in photo.

Hard to tell your cabinet color as well......looks quite creamy yellow in one photo.

I think you are in over design, need to clarify the look and feel of the baths a bit. Taj Mahal may not BE the counter top you want.

THIS IS TOO BUSY FOR TAJ, jmho, if this is correct
maryande
Original Author
3 years ago
This is a look I was going for with the wood floor but not the dark cabinet
PRO
Beth H. :
3 years ago
last modified: 3 years ago
that tile herringbone floor is nothing like the one you posted w/your combo choices. the one below isn't as rustic looking as the tile you've posted. plus, it's a lot lighter. If you want a wood-look tile like that, don't get one that leans too yellow/brown. your taj is a cooler grayish tone.

Maybe something like this one would work better. It's from Tilebar. Montana porcelain tile in the Chestnut color. 8x45.

https://tilebar.com/collection/tile-mosaic-collections/montana.html

Or, since you like the herringbone, try and find something like this one above. it's wood-look tile already designed to lay in a herringbone. The color is perfect w/the Taj, don't know about your vanity. This is a UK item, so i'm not sure where they have it here, you'd have to look.

I also put a Terrazzo tile here on the right. the color is perfect w/the vanity. I think Tilebar has these too.

for the shower, you could try this 18x36 one (Tilebar, Linden-White) and do a similar color mosaic for the shower floor. They also have this tile in a polished, or other colors (and you get 5 samples for $5)

https://tilebar.com/collection/tile-mosaic-collections/linden.html

https://tilebar.com/collection/tile-mosaic-sub-categories/mosaics-by-material.html
PRO
JAN MOYER
3 years ago
last modified: 3 years ago
Pick a different top. Please? Taj Is not the only slab and the overall feel you want doesn't lend itself well. I think you are torn between looks and a feel. A counter top in the bath, unless you have ten feet of it? Is actually the least noticeable element. A bath floor and the shower walls followed by vanity and above vanity details are FAR more noticeable, and in your face. Pick ONE star of the show, and you don't need over design to feel traditional.

Personally? I don't like Taj in a bath - it's harder by far to pair with tiles. I LOVE it in a kitchen. jmho

Related Stories

HOUSEKEEPING How to Clean Marble Countertops and Tile

By Bonnie McCarthy

Acidic solutions can damage your marble surfaces. Here’s how to keep marble looking clean and amazing

BATHROOM MAKEOVERS Bathroom of the Week: Timeless Style Updates a ’90s Master Bath

By Jeannie Matteucci

A designer gives a Dallas couple’s bathroom a smarter layout, new vanities, quartzite countertops and more

KITCHEN COUNTERTOPS What’s the Difference Between Quartzite and Quartz Countertops?

By Marie Flanigan Interiors

Weigh the pros and cons of these popular kitchen countertop materials

KITCHEN COUNTERTOPS Quartz vs. Granite: The Battle of the Countertops

Read about the pros and cons — and see great examples — of these popular kitchen countertop materials

MOST POPULAR Your Guide to 15 Popular Kitchen Countertop Materials

By Vanessa Brunner

Get details and costs on top counter materials to help you narrow down the choices for your kitchen

KITCHEN COUNTERTOPS What Kitchen Countertop Colors Should You Choose?

By Toronto Interior Design Group

Consider these popular colors and styles to get the look you want — no matter what material you use

KITCHEN COUNTERTOPS 7 Low-Maintenance Countertops for Your Dream Kitchen

By Christine Tusher

Fingerprints, stains, resealing requirements ... who needs ’em? These countertop materials look great with little effort

BATHROOM DESIGN Bathroom Countertops: The Pros and Cons of Engineered Quartz

See why these designers like engineered quartz for its durability, color options and more

KITCHEN DESIGN Kitchen Details: The Right Edge for Your Countertop

By KitchenLab Interiors

Square, Mitered, Waterfall or Bullnose? See What Counter-Edge Style Looks Best to You

KITCHEN COUNTERTOPS Designers Dish on Their Top Materials for Kitchen Countertops

By Bryan Anthony

Find out which countertop materials and styles these pros are favoring in their kitchen designs

Sponsored

More Discussions

What Cambria Quartz Countertops?

13

Bathroom vanities

0

Drop Zone/Pipe Disguise

7

Granite veining direction on countertop "L"

9

Opening to between rooms got smaller?

7