It can be tricky to know the best way to spruce up a small bedroom and not make it look cluttered or squashed. But bedroom wall tiles can make a world of difference! If you choose the right wall tiles for your bedroom, you can open up the space and make it seem bigger and brighter.
It’s all about the type of tiles you choose, the size, and the colour – luckily, we know the tricks of the trade to help inspire your planning. We’ve been in the tile business since 1986, in fact, so we know a thing or two about how to use tiles to their full potential!
With that in mind, we’ve pulled together our top tips on all things bedroom wall tiles, including top tips on how to use them to your advantage and our top bedroom wall tile recommendations straight from our collection.
So, let’s get into it and get some small bedroom inspiration!
Are Tiles a Good Choice for a Bedroom Wall?
Absolutely! Tiles are a fantastic choice for a bedroom wall.
Much more than just wall decor for kitchens and bathrooms, tiles offer an unmatched variety of styles, colours, and textures – there’s definitely going to be a tile collection (or multiple) that matches your interior aesthetic and your personal taste. We think they add value to a space and can even make it look more luxe.
And when it comes to small bedrooms, tiles can be really powerful. Light-coloured tiles and glossy tiles help to reflect the light, which helps to open up the space and make it appear more spacious. Darker tiles, however, can create a cosy and comfortable feeling – perfect for a relaxing space!
Of course, you don’t have to tile all the bedroom walls; a feature wall is one of the most popular ways to use wall tiles for bedrooms and can still have the same effect.
Why Would You Want to Create the Illusion of More Space?
Creating the illusion of more space in a small bedroom can significantly enhance its aesthetic appeal and functionality. It can make the room feel less cramped, more comfortable, and inviting.
A space that seems larger can also improve the room’s lighting and make it easier to introduce various design elements without the risk of making the room feel cluttered.
5 Tips & Tricks for Creating More Space With Wall Tiles
Now you know why it’s important to create as much space as possible with your decorating, it’s time to look at some tips and tricks from our resident tiling experts to help you make your small bedroom look much more roomy and light.
1) Choose Light-Coloured Tiles
Light colours are known to create an illusion of a larger space and enhance the brightness in a room – so using light-coloured wall tiles in a small bedroom can significantly make it appear more spacious.
Particularly, white or pastel tones, like cream, beige, or light grey, are an excellent choice. These tiles reflect light, making the room feel open and airy.
Our Tile Recommendations:
From our collection, we love the Reveal porcelain tiles in Natural and Perla and the Juniper ceramic tiles in Bone and Pumice to make your small bedroom appear light and spacious.
For a pure white look, the Threads matte porcelain tiles are a fantastic option. These tiles not only uplift the aesthetics of your room but also contribute to a relaxing and comfortable ambience.
Reval
Juniper
Threads
2) Minimise Pattern & Choose Plain Bedroom Tiles
Overly complex or busy tile designs can make a small room feel cluttered and confined, defeating the purpose of expanding the space.
Instead, we recommend adopting a more minimalist aesthetic with simple, subtle patterns or plain tiles. However, this doesn’t mean that you have to avoid patterns completely! Larger, less complex designs can still add interest without overwhelming the space.
Our solution? Marble-effect tiles! This tile design, particularly white marble, is super popular for opening up small spaces. The subtle veining on marble effect and marble tiles adds a bit of contrast against otherwise plain walls, making them perfect for adding texture and visual depth. Plus, they’re always on trend!
Our Tile Recommendations:
We love the Allure porcelain tiles and Torano matt ceramic tiles for a more natural look. If you want to add some warmth to the room, the Topaz Gold porcelain tiles feature an eye-catching colour for a unique look.
Allure
Torano Dorado
Topaz Gold Tile Collection
3) Opt for Large Format Bedroom Wall Tiles
Having a small bedroom doesn’t mean you have to stick to small tiles. In fact, using large format tiles is another great way to open the space. We think large tiles look best when used as a feature wall, either behind the bed or in front of it.
Again, you’ll want to stick to those light and airy tones.
Our Tile Recommendations:
Lambda
Terra Tile Collection
Filita
4) Create a Fun Bedroom Tile Feature Wall
We know we said to stay away from patterned tiles, but when paired with bright-white painted walls, they can work really well in a small bedroom as a fun feature wall. If the rest of your home’s aesthetic is defined by character and individuality, then you obviously want this to reflect in every room.
When creating a feature wall in a small bedroom, choose a wall that doesn’t receive direct natural light and keep the other walls brighter and lighter. This contrast of light and dark will add depth to the room, making it seem larger and giving the space more personality.
Our Favourite Small Bedroom Feature Wall Ideas
There are so many ways you can use wall tiles to create interesting feature walls. Here are some of our experts’ favourite ideas and recommended tiles.
- Use vintage patterns for a surprisingly modern look: Our Comillas Tiles collection and the Parks ceramic gloss tiles feature classic Victorian-style designs that are perfect for creating a feature wall and adding personality to your bedroom.
- Add some shine: For an elegant touch, the Rustic Clay tiles and the Luca tiles both provide a rustic, glossy look that can help reflect light around the room and draw the eye to make the rest of the room look bigger.
- Use fun shapes: You don’t have to stick to square or rectangular wall tile patterns, even in small bedrooms. Our wall tile collection includes some beautiful tiles in unusual shapes. Our experts’ favourites are the Hexa Element tiles and Hexa Terni tiles. Both of these tiles offer the opportunity to create interesting patterns on feature walls with their unique hexagonal shape.
Parks
Luca
Hexa Element
5) Brighten Up With Glossy-Finish Tiles
Using glossy wall tile for your small bedroom is the ideal way to make the most of natural light. As a result, the room will look much brighter and more spacious.
The shiny surface will reflect the natural light that comes through from the windows, creating the illusion that the space is larger than it actually is.
Our Tile Recommendations:
One of our favourites is the Torano Gloss Tiles. Once again, we’re taking full advantage of marble-effect tiles here, and the gloss finish of this particular collection is beautiful. They’re simple, but they work!
Make the Most of Your Space With Bridport Glass & Tile Centre
Even small bedrooms can be transformed into airy, spacious havens with the right choice of wall tiles! Experimenting with light colours, large format tiles, and clever pattern placements can make a significant difference and optimise your space.
At Bridport Glass and Tile Centre, we stock an extensive range of high-quality wall tiles perfect for making your small bedroom look more spacious.
You can also head over to our blog for more tiling tips and recommendations from our experts!
FAQs
For small bedrooms, simpler tile patterns are generally recommended to avoid overwhelming the space. Large-format tiles, plain tiles, or those with subtle patterns can create a sense of openness. Additionally, strategically placed feature tiles or patterns can create a visual trick to make the room seem larger.
Yes, large format tiles can make a small bedroom appear more spacious. Their size reduces the number of grout lines, creating a continuous, unbroken appearance. This Visual continuity can make a room seem broader and longer than it actually is. Large tiles can also add a modern and elegant touch to the room, enhancing its overall aesthetic appeal.
Wall tiles can maximise space in a small bedroom by creating visual illusions. Choosing light-coloured tiles or tiles with a gloss finish reflects light, enhancing the perception of space.
Absolutely, tiles can be an excellent choice for a bedroom. Not only are they easy to clean and maintain, but they also provide a unique aesthetic appeal
