Bathroom ceramics
The bathroom is one of the rooms where ceramics truly prove their worth: constant water exposure, steam, cosmetic products, scuffs and daily wear that few materials handle as well as technical porcelain stoneware.
Choosing bathroom ceramics means deciding on the entire character of the space: whether it will be a relaxing spa-like bathroom, a minimalist functional bathroom or a main bathroom with sculptural presence. On this page you'll find real-life bathroom settings and advice for choosing according to the type of project.
Three zones, three considerations
In a bathroom, not all ceramics receive the same treatment. The distinction matters:
- Dry zone (corridor, washbasin, toilet): any finish works. Aesthetics and maintenance take priority here.
- Wet zone (shower wall, floor near the bathtub): waterproofing is essential. Porcelain meets this by default.
- Shower tray floor or continuous walk-in shower floor: here the anti-slip version (Class 3) is mandatory. Without it, the bathroom is unsafe.
Bathroom styles and recommended effects
- Spa bathroom: stone effect (travertine, limestone) in warm tones. Porcelain wood in dry zones.
- Minimalist bathroom: light grey concrete effect, clean lines, same material on floor and walls.
- Premium bathroom: Calacatta marble effect as the focal point, 120×60 formats or larger.
- Statement bathroom: quartzite or coarse terrazzo effect on one wall, neutral elsewhere.
Professional tip: wall-to-floor continuity
Using the same format and effect on floor and wall (especially in walk-in showers) creates a continuous visual reading that expands the space and removes the cramped "box" feel typical of modest bathrooms. It's the most widely used technique by interior design studios in mid-to-high-end bathrooms.
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