Mosaic in the kitchen: stylish interior and design

One of the ways to make the interior of any room bright and unforgettable is to use a mosaic in its decoration. This unusual solution can replace ceramic tiles familiar to everyone and thus diversify the interior decoration of the kitchen.

Mosaic is a rather old way of decorating, which for some period has disappeared from the list of popular methods of designers. At the present stage, the mosaic is undergoing a rebirth. New methods are characterized by improved application and operation.

A variety of pictures created from many separate pieces are very suitable for rooms with an aggressive environment. The kitchen belongs to such premises, as temperature changes often occur here and increased humidity is observed.

The main qualities of mosaic surfaces are aesthetics and practicality. Such an element is able to give the kitchen a special expressiveness and create the general mood of the interior. If you stand the mosaic in the same color tone as the whole kitchen, then you can achieve perfect harmony. Since there are no restrictions in shape and size for mosaic masonry, you can decorate any surface.

The signs of practicality include the following:

the mosaic will even lie on an uneven surface;
ready mosaic panels can be quickly mounted independently;
the elements of such a picture will not fade or lose color even in direct sunlight;
all contaminants can be easily separated from this surface and chemicals used for this.

How to use mosaic in the kitchen

Mosaic patterns are widely used in room decoration. In the kitchen, a mosaic can be mounted as a background on walls and other surfaces. Among them:

countertops;
apron;
shelves;
ceiling;
floor.

Mosaic can transform any room. The most popular way is to design an apron over the work surface. It can be sustained in any style from country to high-tech. The mosaic apron can be either a prominent bright spot in the room, or an element harmoniously merging with the general situation.

You can make a mosaic picture of glass, metal, stone (natural or artificial) or ceramic. At the same time, it is important to process all the seams with high quality, since the durability of the operation of such an apron and the ability to maintain it in perfect cleanliness depend on this. So that after cleaning the mosaic had a glossy shine, it is enough to wipe it with a soft cloth.

Thanks to this coating, the apron over the kitchen work surface has all the necessary qualities. It is durable, fireproof, withstands temperature extremes and high humidity. In addition, such a coating is easy to care for. And its decorative qualities invariably remain at the highest level due to the abundance of materials, textures and shades of details for decoration.

Ready mosaic or fantasy game

Mosaic tiles are characterized by a variety of materials and shades. Parts can be made of:

ceramics;
mirrors;
glass;
metal.

Such an abundance of varieties will not only allow you to choose a finished drawing, but also independently produce a picture, based on your imagination and taste.

The flight of imagination is not limited. The pattern can be asymmetric, monochrome, with reflective elements or completely matte. Any picture can also be used as a plot: landscapes, portraits, abstraction, and geometric images. National and international motives can also be topics.

Ready mosaic tiles are made by a large number of manufacturers in a wide range. Among them, you can find photographically accurate images that are particularly difficult to create. Such a panel consists of several sheets with parts of the image pasted on them. They only need to be assembled on the surface being trimmed into the overall picture. Among the manufacturers of finished products include Ezarri, Rose Art Mosaic, Solo Mosaico, Vitrex Mosaici.

An unusual solution will be a ready-made stretch of mosaic. This is a set of sheets characterized by a smooth transition of one color to another. Such a product cannot be called a full-fledged panel, but the production and application technology are similar.

Among the advantages of the finished picture can be distinguished:

no need to select shades and the right amount of detail;
relatively simple installation;
guaranteed good result;
high operational characteristics of the source material;
the ability to order panels according to individual sketch;
the ability to use the product on almost any surface;
the uniqueness of custom panels.

The disadvantages include:

relatively high price;
in the absence of a personal sketch, the limited choice of form and theme, as well as non-unique products;
the difficulty of choosing qualified craftsmen for drawing a drawing, associated with the rarity of using such a design move.

All these characteristics will make the right choice in favor of a particular way of decorating the interior of the kitchen. It is only necessary to give vent to imagination and not be limited to the monotony of generally available methods.