Home Design Harmony: Should Kitchen and Bathroom Tiles Match?

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Welcome to the Belt Tile Podcast.

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How to style the bathroom, the backyard, the kitchen, how to improve your home style with tiles to make your home absolutely beautiful?

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Welcome to the Belk Tile Podcast.

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Here's your host, Mike Belk.

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Hey everyone, Welcome back to the Belk Tile Podcast.

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I'm Mike Belk and, as always, I'm here with Abby.

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Today we're diving into a question that honestly comes up all the time Should your kitchen and bathroom tiles match, or is it better to mix things up?

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Hey Mike.

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Yeah, this is one of those debates that just never seems to go away.

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I was scrolling through Reddit the other night dangerous I know and there was this huge thread with people arguing both sides.

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Some folks swear by matching everything for that seamless look, but others think it's well kind of boring wanted their kitchen, backsplash and bathroom floor to be identical.

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At first it sounded like a good way to tie the spaces together, but once it was all done, the house just felt I don't know a little flat, like you walked from one room to the next and it was almost like deja vu no real sense of transition or personality.

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Exactly, and that's what a lot of designers are saying now.

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There's no hard rule that says you have to match and, honestly, most pros recommend you don't.

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I love the idea of a home being in conversation with itself.

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Like you, want some cohesion, but not a copy-paste situation.

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Each room should have its own vibe, right.

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Yeah, and there are just so many beautiful tile options out there, why limit yourself?

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I mean, you can totally keep things cohesive by sticking to a similar color palette or using related textures, like, maybe you do, a matte subway tile in the kitchen and a textured porcelain in the bath, both in soft gray.

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They feel related but not identical.

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Totally.

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I always tell clients think of your tiles like family members.

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They don't have to be twins, but they should at least look like they belong at the same dinner table.

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You can play with different patterns or even just shift the shade a little, and if you're worried about things getting too busy, you can always ground the space with white paint or simple accessories.

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But don't be afraid to let your tile choices show some personality.

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Yeah, and honestly, sometimes too much cohesion just turns into monotony.

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You want a little surprise as you move through the house, like let the kitchen be bold and the bathroom be a little more serene, or vice versa.

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It's all about balance.

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And if you're not sure where to start, just pick a palette you love and pull different textures or finishes from it.

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That way everything feels connected but you still get that visual interest.

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It's like what we talked about in our episode on black tile trends Mixing up finishes and patterns can totally change the mood of a space.

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Exactly, and if you're ever in doubt, just remember there's no tile police.

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Do what feels right for your home and your style.

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All right.

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So speaking of color and personality, let's talk paint.

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I saw this Zillow study the other day, apparently painting your kitchen olive green or your bedroom navy blue can actually boost your home's value.

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Like we're talking thousands of dollars more on the sale price.

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Isn't that wild?

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Yeah, I saw that too Olive green kitchens and navy blue bedrooms.

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I got to admit I wouldn't have guessed olive green for a kitchen, but it makes sense.

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It's got that grounded nature inspired vibe and navy in the bedroom just feels classic and calming.

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I actually just finished a project where we did a navy blue accent wall in the primary bedroom.

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The whole space felt instantly more sophisticated and the client said it made the room feel like a retreat.

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When they listed the house, that bedroom was the first thing buyers commented on.

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It's amazing how much impact a single color can have.

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Yeah, and it's not just about resale either.

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Color psychology is real.

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Earth tones like celadon sand, those sun-washed clays, can make a space feel relaxed and welcoming.

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I mean, we've seen this trend in tile too.

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Right, those soft muted palettes are everywhere right now.

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Absolutely.

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I love using those mineral tones chalky, celadon, sandstone, pale ecru.

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They're subtle but they totally change the mood of a room and they work with so many styles, from modern to coastal to traditional.

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Plus, they're not so bold that you'll get tired of them in a year.

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And if you're not ready to commit to a full wall, you can always start small Throw pillows, a rug, even a vase in one of those colors.

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It's like dipping your toe in before you dive all the way in.

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Exactly.

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And if you're thinking about selling, those little touches can make your home feel more current and inviting.

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But even if you're staying put, it's about creating a space that feels good to you.

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That it's about creating a space that feels good to you.

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That's what matters most, all right, so let's shift gears a bit, because no matter how beautiful your tile or paint is, if your bathroom's a mess, it's not gonna feel like a sanctuary.

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Abby, you're the queen of bathroom organization.

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What's your go-to advice for folks who want to declutter?

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Oh man, I could talk about this all day.

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First rule only keep what you actually use.

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Seriously, go through your drawers and toss anything expired or that you haven't touched in six months.

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That old mascara, it's gotta go.

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And if you've got three half-used bottles of the same lotion, finish one before you open the next.

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It's amazing how much space you free up just by getting rid of duplicates and stuff you don't love.

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Yeah, and I think people forget about the little things like cords from hair tools or random stuff that just ends up in the bathroom for no reason.

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I mean, I've seen everything from coffee mugs to kids toys in there.

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If it doesn't belong, move it out.

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Totally, and don't underestimate the power of a deep clean.

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Once you've decluttered, wipe down the counters, clean the mirrors, scrub the sink.

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Even a tiny bathroom feels bigger and brighter when it's clean.

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And if you've got glass cabinets, be strategic about what you display.

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Less is more, trust me.

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I love that.

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And for storage you don't have to get fancy.

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Even just a couple of baskets or drawer organizers can make a huge difference.

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I remember you showed me that trick with the little tray for daily essentials Keeps the countertop from turning into a disaster zone.

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Yeah, I call it my one-minute tidy.

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Just corral your most used items in a tray or basket and at the end of the day, put everything back.

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It's simple but it works and, honestly, when your bathroom's organized, it changes the whole feel of your home.

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It's like if you can keep that space calm, the rest of the house just feels more put together.

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Couldn't agree more.

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And hey, if you're thinking about selling, buyers definitely notice a tidy bathroom, but even if you're not, it just makes your mornings a little less stressful, and who doesn't want that?

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Exactly.

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All right, I think that's a good place to wrap up for today.

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Thanks for hanging out with us everyone.

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We'll be back soon with more tile talk and design tips.

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Yeah, thanks for listening, abby, always a pleasure.

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See you next time.

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See you, mike.

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