Texture is a huge trend in home decor that is here to stay, it gives interest to any, even the most minimalist space. Boucle furniture, layered rugs, fluting and of course creative and textured tiles like Zellige are on top. If you feel like incorporating something really eye-catching into your bathroom decor, Zellige may be a nice solution.
What Is Zellige Tile?
Zellige is a handcrafted clay tile that originates from Morocco. Zellige tiles are known for their variations in tone, shine, flatness and depth of the glazing, its surface texture with irregularities as well as its variability in shape and size. Because they’re hand-molded, hand-cut, and hand-glazed, no two zellige tiles are exactly the same.
a bathroom with a shower space clad with pink and tan Zellige tiles, brass fixtures and some blooms in a vase
a bathroom with grey skinny Zellige tiles stacked, white marble and brass fixtures is an amazing contemporary space
a beautiful bathroom clad with blue Zellige tiles, a light-stained vanity, mirrors and wall sconces plus gold fixtures
a beautiful bathroom clad with pink zellige tiles, a shower, a floating vanity, an arched mirror and some greenery
a beautiful shower space clad with Zellige tiles, with a window, an arched door and some potted plants
a blue bathroom clad with blue Zellige tiles, a large shared vanity with sinks, rectangular mirrors and sconces
a bright mudroom with pink zellige tiles, a free-standing pink sink, artworks and a plant in a gilded pot
a catchy and light-filled neutral bathroom clad with neutral Zellige tiles, a skylight over the shower, white appliances and gold fixtures
a chic bathroom with white furniture and appliances and lovely pink and tan zellige tiles covering the walls in the bathing space and giving it a soft and warming glow
a chic contemporary bathroom clad with light grey and neutral zellige tiles, with a neutral shower curtain and a black vanity
a chic modern bathroom with a shower space clad with blue and pink zellige tiles, brass fixtures and a skylight over the shower
a clean neutral bathroom clad with neutral Zellige and penny tiles, a tub, shelves and gold fixtures is cool
a contemporary bathroom in neutrals, with a shower space clad with green and turquoise Zellige tiles, a light-stained vanity and a mirror
a contrasting bathroom with neutral walls and black Zellige tiles, a tiered shelving unit and a small sink plus a mirror
a lovely attic bathroom with a skylight, a shower space clad with grey Zellige tiles, a vanity with a grey sink
a lovely bathroom with a pale green fish scale backsplash, a free-standing tub, a basket and some rugs
a lovely modern bathroom with a neutral Zellige tile floor, a grey floor, a tub, a wooden stool and a pendant lamp
a lovely neutral bathroom clad with grey fish scale tiles, a printed sink, brass tube lamps and fixtures
a lovely shower space clad with neutral zellige tiles and marble ones, with chic brass features for a touch of vintage in the space
a modern bathroom clad with green Zellige tiles, grey fish scale tiles, a stained vanity, a round mirror and some greenery
What Are Zellige Tile Pros?
Zellige tile is unique, there are no two tiles looking the same, which will instantly elevate the style of your space and give it a character.
Experts recommend that zellige tiles be installed as close together as possible—with no joint and no tile spacers. The final look appears grout-less: a plus for those who are driven to madness by dirty grout, but a downside for those who like the look.
a modern bathroom with grey and black zellige tiles, a black floating vanity and a shelf, a mirror, a catchy pendant lamp and some decor
a modern bathroom with neutral walls and green terrazzo tiles, a stained vanity, a neutral tiled floor and white appliances
a modern bathroom with penny tiles and blue zellige ones around the tub, a timber vanity, gold and brass fixtures
a modern moody bathroom with catchy tiles and black marble, a floating vanity, gold fixtures and a mirror
a modern neutral bathroom clad with neutral zellige tiles, stone ones on the floor, brass and gold fixtures
a moody bathroom with dark green walls and dark green square tiles, a timber vanity, some neutral textiles and gold and brass fixtures
a neutral bathroom clad with neutral zellige tiles, a timber vanity, a mirror, some lovely vintage sonces and a basket
a neutral bathroom clad with square white and pink Zellige tiles, a stained vanity, windows and potted plants
a neutral bathroom clad with square Zellige tiles, a rectangular tub, a niche and brushed brass fixtures
a neutral bathroom clad with white Zellige tiles, with a shower space and an oval tub, a terracotta tile floor, a stained vanity
a neutral bathroom clad with zellige tiles and geo ones on the floor, an oval tub and a shower, some greenery
a neutral bathroom done with stacked Zellige tiles and herringbone ones, a shower, a floating vanity and gold fixtures
a neutral bathroom with a shower space clad with grey zellige tiles, with a bathtub space done with grey marble is wow
a neutral bathroom with stacked Zellige tiles, an oval tub, a niche, some branches in a vase and a window
a neutral bathroom with white Zellige tiles and geometric ones, an oval tub and brass and gold fixtures
a neutral guest bathroom clad with Zellige tiles, with beige and white checked floors, stained furniture and a gallery wall
a neutral organic bathroom clad with tan Zellige and stone tiles, a stone vanity, a sink and brass fixtures
a neutral organic bathroom with a built-in tub in a niche clad with Zellige tiles, rich-stained vanities and white stone countertops
a refined bathroom clad with neutral and pastel zellige tiles in the shower, with a curved space divider and a floating wooden vanity
a refined bathroom with white walls, blue Zellige tiles, an oval tub, light-stained furniture, a gallery wall and gold fixtures
What Are Zellige Tile Cons?
Another side effect of zellige’s handmade charm: it’s impossible to get a batch of zellige tiles in the exact same hue. If you’re opting for zellige tiles in your project, know that your backsplash or wall will be more ombre or pointillist than solid-colored.
Installing zellige tile is tricky and requires special care. For best results, seek out an expert familiar with the tile—someone who pays close attention to detail.
Installed on a wall, the tiles appear more fluid or rippled than flat; it can make the tiles trickier to wipe down—and can also create a prime place for fabrics to snag.
If you are using zellige tiles on the floor (that is allowed only for low-traffic areas), walking on this floor (particularly with shoes on) may damage or scratch the tiles. Then again, it won’t be completely smooth and walking on it without shoes could be uncomfortable.
Still, all these disadvantages are nothing when you see the beautiful textural look of these tiles, they are sure to add a unique touch to your space. Take a look at the ideas below and I’m sure that they will convince you to get zellige tiles.
a refined moody bathroom with graphite grey walls and a vanity, a grey zellige tile backsplash and a marble countertop is wow
a serene bathroom clad with green and blue Zellige tiles, a tub with a pink curtain, a rug and some wooden furniture
a serene neutral bathroom with grey Zellige tiles and a parquet floor, a clawfoot tub, a wooden chair, a basjet and some delicate decor
a small and cute bathroom with green and beige Zellige tiles, a checked floor, a free-standing tub, some potted plants
a small bathroom done with green and beige Zellige tiles, a neutral vanity, a mirror and brass fixtures
a small modern bathroom with a glass door that leads to the garden, green zellige tiles, a floating vanity and an arched mirror
a small neutral bathroom clad with Zellige tiles, with a tub and a Zellige tile bench, brass fixtures and a window
a vintage attic bathroom with a terracotta tile floor, burgundy square tiles on the walls, a stained cabinet and brass touches
a vintage bathroom with grey zellige tiles, a black floating sink, a curved mirror, brass and gold fixtures and marble tile on the floor
a wabi-sabi bathroom with grey square tiles and large format stone tiles, a floating vanity, a stained wooden stool and a mirror
a whimsical bathroom clad with Zellige square and herringbone tiles, a mint tub, a skylight and window, a chic chandelier
an attic shower space clad with blush and tan zellige tiles, with suspended potted plants and black fixtures for a modern feel
an elegant neutral bathroom accented with neutral zellige tiles, with a free-standing sink and gold fixtures
an elegant neutral bathroom with Zellige herringbone tiles, a stained vanity, sinks, gold fixtures and some greenery
an elegant white shower space completely clad with white zellige tiles, with gold fixtures and a small niche for storage
an eye-catchy attic bathroom completely done with green zellige tiles, with a skylight and a window plus black fixtures for a modern feel
an eye-catchy bathroom clad with white and green Zellige tiles, a terrazzo floor, a stained vanity and gold fixtures
an eye-catchy bathroom done with grey and green Zellige tiles, a corner tub, a yellow vanity, a brass pendant lamp
an eye-catchy bathroom with windows, neutral Zellige tiles and terracotta ones, a shower space with greenery