Industry Speak

Experts From the Bathroom Segment Share Their Views on the Latest Trends and Innovations

Is there a trend towards solid colours for tiles and other large surfaces in contemporary bathrooms?

Rahul Kher: Yes, the trend has been towards more clear and solid colours, and black and solid greys in bigger formats are making a huge comeback; and this will stay within the bath space for the next 3-4 years. We are also witnessing a shift towards more combinations of solid colours and black, Anthracite, Titanium and truffle; white is coming back in a big way, as interior designers are trying to bring back drama into the bathrooms.

Abhishek Somany:

Patterned and geometric tiles have become hugely popular. This year, these tiles will find a huge market while simple, timeless tiles will be laid in unusual patterns in order to create an enduring appeal. Solid colours have always had a special appeal and never seem to go out of fashion or demand. In fact, with the latest technology available to make tiles that mimic natural materials, the solid colours are coming up very strongly.

Emanuela Tavolini:

In the bathroom fixtures sector, colour has been trendy for a few years. Graff offers some of its contemporary collections in two distinctive black and white finishes. The two finishes are obtained through a powder coating process, that makes products resistant to scratches, chipping, abrasions, corrosion, fading and other wear issues.

Anitha Sharma:

Tile colours hold a psychological value. While white is timeless and relaxing to the mind, the bathrooms of the present need a colour punch that also gives a clean and fresh look. Also preferred are the solid colours that reflect light so that the bathroom doesn’t have a dull appearance. Many customers are adapting to using materials like glass, which give a spacious and clear look. However, using vibrant colours is not a choice of the masses.