2012 Trendy Décor Ideas [May 2012]

Ideas to help you zero down that perfect tile texture
Paris is expensive but fashion isn’t. Fashion is not just beauty but a blend of good attitude that makes it more appealing. Similarly just having grandeur furniture, expensive curtains and art pieces doesn’t give your house a royal ambience unless you have strong and beautiful flooring.
The flooring you choose not only has to have the look you want: It needs to be suitable for the level and type of activity in your home. It's like a relationship, and if it doesn't fit your lifestyle, you just cannot force it. What is really cool about flooring trends today is that there are so many beautiful choices for every lifestyle and taste.
Tiles reflect ones home’s health, thus they are a significant element of the house. It has been long ignored but one must not forget a sturdy building is made out of a strong foundation. Wearing tiles was once a utility but the technology driven advancement made it turn into a myth. Modern tiles are defined by successful incorporation of technology and art.
NITCO’s Research and Development Department has come up with the latest innovations that help to merge strength with beauty. Digital technology for tile decoration and polished glazed vitrified tiles (PGVT) are latest trends of 2012 in the Indian tile market. The company places heavy significance on quality over quantity. To ensure distribution of high quality services to the Indian market, it follows manufacturing process relatively similar to European technology as most of the machineries and raw-materials are imported from overseas.
Décor conscious people know tiles are a fashion product. They constantly update themselves about the hottest global trends. Polished Glazed Vitrified Tiles (PGVT) are an exact replica of marble, they have this special glazed coating which makes it hi-gloss tile, these tiles have nano coat which makes it anti bacterial in nature. Nano coat also makes these tiles almost stain proof and scratch free. Apart from being hygienic, these tiles also have lot of add on features such as water absorption of less than 0.5 per cent and many more, making it a perfect fit for your living space.
If we try and figure what trend the world is following then the only word to pop up is ‘Wooden Tiles’. It is making buzz all over the world. Wooden flooring is an excellent choice for its unique beauty. Architects from all over the world recommend this flooring as it is extremely versatile and can go well with any kind of furnishings. Wooden finish can add an understated classic appeal to any modern décor. Wood is a natural insulator which can be easily cleaned and maintained. It is long lasting with proper care and looks extremely beautiful and adds value to a home.
Digital printing is fun. To cater customised demands now are very trouble-free. Be it the famous Mona Lisa print adding classic mood in your living room or amazon jungle in your backyard garden space; one can also display yummy fruits in the kitchen that will help to get rid off the common backsplash often spotted in that space. To make the space more unique and personalised one can best select their own picture and let the digital technology take care of translating these pictures into printed tiles. The room is thus laid to bring out your best creativity.
International trends like the rustic and matt look tiles are the newest alternatives to recent decor traditions. They have a timeless look of elegance and class that sets it apart while complimenting and accenting traditional tile. They bring shimmer and sparkle to floors and walls with a completely natural look just like the Lappato tiles which are anti-skid and its lappato finish makes it stain and scratch free.
Porcelain tile is the star of the decade. It is the most giving product, bringing it all to the table: durability, cost-effectiveness and any look you desire. Porcelain comes in a variety of sizes, colours and finishes. If you choose tile, the design trend is toward bigger and bigger cut tile.
The latest flooring does not have to be an either-or proposition. It can be the flooring of your dreams, whether your dreams include a carefree family or a beach house – even both. Go ahead: fall in love again.
Tiling continues to be a fashionable and practical way to decorate many rooms of your house. Great for walls and floors, tiles can add that individual touch whilst at the same time providing a protective surface in your home.
Mosaic tiles will also continue to be popular in 2012. A strip or section of these on a wall can provide a focus or finishing touch to a bathroom or kitchen. Available in a wide range of colours, materials and finishes – the mosaic tile is a must have choice. It helps to personalise any room, wall or corner
Large tiles are becoming increasingly popular, particularly in bathrooms, because they can make a small room look bigger. These can be mixed with smaller tiles or used on their own across both walls and floors – to tile a wet room for instance.
Just like in other rooms of the house, a feature wall is still a popular trend for 2012. This is where the rest of your walls are plain, but you have one patterned or brighter section. For instance white tiles could be used throughout a bathroom with a wall or section of floral tiles to add interest.
So, there are many exciting tiling options to choose, explore and experiment!
– Alok Goel, CEO, NITCO Ltd

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