May makes everything new! The merry month of May is ideal for giving your kitchen or bathroom a new look. Find out here how you can conjure up a new look for your walls without any major (financial) outlay. Adhesive tiles are the perfect solution! These practical helpers are easy to apply, cause no mess and adhesive tiles will transform your kitchen and bathroom into a modern feel-good space in no time at all. If you now feel like sticking down tile foil, you should read on quickly!
The advantages of adhesive tiles in the kitchen and bathroom
Renovating kitchens and bathrooms is very time-consuming. Chiseling out the old tiling in particular not only causes a lot of mess, but also frustration. You can transform your old tiles into a modern eye-catcher with very simple tools. And you don’t need any manual skills or a bulging wallet to do it.
Adhesive tiles have become increasingly popular in recent years. This is mainly due to the fact that the modern tile film looks almost indistinguishable from original tiles. Adhesive tiles for kitchens and bathrooms are available in every conceivable color and shape. Further advantages are:
- Simple installation of the adhesive tiles without cement or grout
- No renovation work necessary – no dust, no dirt
- Quick change of your living space
- Versatile usability on different surfaces
- Later removal easily possible – ideal for rental apartments!
Adhesive tiles are not only stylish to look at, they also serve a purpose just like their “siblings” made of clay, stoneware or ceramic. For example, adhesive tiles in the kitchen act as a stylish splashback that protects your walls from splashes of fat.
Tip: Adhesive tiles are also available in a 3D look. This means that lines, artificial joints or decorations can be felt, enhancing the tactile experience of the tile film.
On which surfaces do adhesive tiles adhere?
Adhesive tiles had their beginnings in the renovation of old bathrooms in rented apartments. Especially in apartments that have not been renovated for many years, sometimes even decades, the bathroom is a visual horror. Old-fashioned tiles that reach up to the ceiling are not very inviting. However, tenants are generally not allowed to make any major changes to their apartments.
Without further ado, adhesive tiles were then applied to the old tiles to give the bathroom a modern look. If you want such an adhesive makeover for your bathroom, you should bear in mind that the tile joints will be visible through the thin adhesive film. It is best to use individual adhesive tiles rather than a continuous adhesive film. When buying adhesive tiles for the bathroom in particular, you should make sure that they are also suitable for contact with water and steam.
Tip: If you want to stick over floor tiles, special adhesive films are also available for this 🛒.
You can apply adhesive tiles to a wide variety of materials:
- glass
- Ceramic tiles
- Stone
- Plastic
- Veneers
- and in many cases even on wallpaper
However, always follow the manufacturer’s instructions to ensure optimum adhesion.
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Trendy designs for adhesive tiles in your kitchen
There is virtually no pattern, shape or color that is not available in tile foil. Especially with adhesive tiles in the kitchen, you can really let off steam when it comes to splash protection: You can achieve a great effect with just a few materials and the adhesive tiles can be easily removed if you don’t like them.
Elongated stick tiles 🛒 in soft colors such as pink or beige are particularly modern. Combined with golden fittings, you can create an elegant boho look. Metro tiles 🛒, which are also available as a practical adhesive version, are and remain the classic among tiles. Whether timelessly elegant in white and black or as a colorful eye-catcher: the rectangular tiles in a staggered pattern always look timelessly chic!
If you prefer something more unusual, herringbone pattern tiles 🛒, hexagonal tiles 🛒 or colorful designs 🛒 may be the right choice for you and your kitchen or bathroom.
Tip: If you invest in high-quality, slightly more expensive adhesive tiles for your kitchen or bathroom, you will enjoy the new look for longer. With cheap tile foil, the adhesive can come off more quickly.
Installation made easy
Once you have decided on the right tiles, it’s time to get down to the nitty-gritty or “sticking”. How to apply adhesive tiles correctly:
- Prepare the substrate: If you want to apply adhesive tiles to your old tiles, check that the tiles are not damaged. Cracks may be visible later due to the thin adhesive film. Clean the substrate thoroughly and remove grease, dust and dirt.
- Apply adhesive tiles: Position the adhesive tile in the desired location and remove about one centimeter of the backing film. Press the adhesive part onto the substrate and now slowly and evenly peel off the remaining backing film.
- Use a squeegee: To apply your adhesive tiles evenly, you should use a squeegee with a felt edge 🛒. Use the squeegee to carefully scrape the adhesive tile from top to bottom as you peel off the backing film. Make sure that there are no air bubbles under the tile foil.
Tip: You can cut the adhesive tiles to the right size with a cutter.
Adhesive tiles in the kitchen and bathroom: a sustainable and stylish alternative to tile renovation
If you are concerned about the environment as well as a modern look when sprucing up your kitchen and bathroom, you should make sure that recycled materials and adhesives tested for harmful substances and low emissions are used when selecting your adhesive tiles and that the tile foils are PVC-free.
Adhesive tiles are a cost-effective, time-saving and creative way to beautify your kitchen and bathroom. You can completely redesign your living space with minimal investment and no previous craft experience. Just give it a try!
Source: haus.de, myhomebook.de
