Rules for choosing Kerama Marazzi tiles for an apron in the kitchen

A huge role in the design of the kitchen is played by the design of the work wall, which is called an apron. Despite the fact that the construction market is represented by a wide range of materials, tiles manufactured by Kerama Marazzi are very popular in the decoration of this zone. It is of high quality and is perfect for any room decor. A kitchen apron tiled in Provence style looks especially beautiful.

Kerama Marazzi tile is a modern finishing material that can be used to decorate a backsplash and other types of surfaces. Most often it is chosen for decorating the work surface in the kitchen. Below are some of its positive characteristics.

• Aesthetics. Thanks to its rich colors and texture, the product fits perfectly into the decor of the kitchen and fills it with an atmosphere of home comfort.
• High strength. The surface of the material is resistant to abrasion, detergents, and is not afraid of exposure to steam and water.
• Easy to care for. The decorative finish is easy to clean, which increases its hygiene and prevents the growth of bacteria.
• Environmental Safety. Products are made from natural raw materials that do not harm human health and exclude the evaporation of chemicals under the influence of high temperatures.

The manufacturer constantly replenishes the market with new series of tiles, which differ in size and design. Thanks to such a variety of collections, the material can be easily matched to different styles of the room.

On sale you can find ceramic tiles in three types of sizes: 250 × 750 mm, 200 × 400 mm and 400 × 800 mm.

This type of finishing material appeared on the market at the beginning of the 19th century and continues to be successfully popular in kitchen design to this day. The name "hog" is due to the specific technology of tile production, during which the product, poured into molds, acquires a structure in the form of a pig's stigma. Unusual tile collections are produced by Kerama Marazzi, which differ in design and variety of shapes.

A kitchen apron lined with hog tiles looks like a facetted mirror.

The main advantages of finishing with such tiles include the positions described below.

• Strength. The surface perfectly withstands mechanical stress; during operation, loss of color and the formation of chips are excluded. In addition, Kerama Marazzi tiles are not afraid of moisture and are resistant to high temperatures. Its service life is unlimited.
• Easy installation. The "hog" tile can be laid out even on uneven surfaces of the working walls in the kitchen, which allows beginners to install it. For finishing the apron, you can use the standard laying scheme (with imitation of brickwork), horizontal (when installation is carried out without offset), horizontal and vertical.
• Huge selection of colors and textures. Products are produced in various colors, there are also collections with imitation of natural materials.Since monochrome predominates in modern design, it is recommended to design kitchen aprons in the Provence style, choosing white and beige colors.
• Available in a range of sizes. Most often, a 10 × 20 cm tile is used for facing a kitchen apron, but there is also a small tile on sale - 7.5 × 10 cm and a large one - 28.5 × 8.5 cm.

The tile "hog" looks especially beautiful on the surface of a kitchen apron. By choosing the right color and texture with this finish, you can create an interesting design. At the same time, it is important to pay attention to the combination of tiles with interior items, a kitchen set. For example, when decorating a kitchen in the Provence style, it is recommended to avoid bright colors and patterns with errors. It is best to give preference to neutral and light shades that will perfectly harmonize with furniture modules and appliances, visually increasing the space of the room and filling it with comfort.

Today, there are many options for decorating a kitchen design, but given fashion trends, homeowners most often choose the Provence style. To get the perfect interior, it is important to choose the right finish not only for the floor, ceiling, but also for the kitchen backsplash, as it is one of the main design details.

You can decorate the apron with either plain tiles or decorated with floral and floral patterns that correspond to the French style. For example, a kitchen apron tiled with lavender fields looks interesting.

The Kerama Marazzi brand specifically for the Provence style produces ceramic products in the following colors:

• lavender;
• light pink;
• blue;
• light green;
• lilac;
• olive.

The above shades are the most popular, as they are harmoniously combined with decor and furniture. Tiles of ash pink, beige, powdery, gray-blue and brown colors are well suited for cladding a kitchen apron. In this case, you need to choose a material with a matte surface, since the Provence style excludes shine. H

For large rooms, you can use volumetric tiles "hog", in small kitchens, it is best to decorate the apron with small fragments.

An excellent solution for decorating the working area in the kitchen will be the laying of ceramics in the form of mosaic patterns. To obtain an original surface, you will need to purchase patterned or monochromatic squares, from which the whole picture is then created. Optionally, the apron can also be laid out in separate parts, for which you will need ceramic tiles of the same color palette, but in different shades.

Particular attention should be paid to the shape of the tiles. Today, the Kerama Marazzi company offers consumers a huge range of finishing materials, ranging from diamond-shaped variations to rectangular ceramics.

In this case, Kerama Marazzi mosaics from the Kastello, Blanshe series or the Aniyet hexagonal tiles are suitable. It is available in packs of 22 pieces, measuring 20 × 23.1 cm.

Choosing modern and beautiful ceramics from Kerama Marazzi, you can be sure that it will serve reliably for a long time and will decorate in an original way not only a kitchen apron, but also other surfaces, filling the room with comfort and warmth.

For tips on how to choose a tile for an apron in the kitchen from Kerama Marazzi, see the video.