Ever peeked at your neighbor’s balcony and secretly wish yours was a little more…well, brag-worthy? (Don’t worry, we’ve all been there!) This blog unlocks the secrets to 15 balcony tiles ideas that’ll have you showing off your outdoor space with pride.
Think unique designs, statement textures, and a balcony that basically reflects your personality (not just whatever’s on sale at the hardware store). Let’s ditch the generic and create a balcony design that’s the talk of the building!
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Top Insights
Minimal balcony ideas using Checkerboard, Moroccan, Chevron & Monochrome patterns are literally the talk of the town in 2024.
You don’t have to replace your balcony tiles every now & then. You can DIY & handpaint some stripes, doodles & graffiti on your existing tiles too!
Don’t want colored balcony tiles? You can still go with normal B&W or Gray tiles in the checkerboard, grid, stripe or hexagon pattern!
- Top Insights
- 15 Best Balcony Tiles Design Ideas You Must Try in 2024!
- 1. Play Chess with the Checkerboard
- 2. Balcony Tiles Ideas With Colorful Mosaic Patterns
- 3. Get a Massage with Penny Round Pattern Tiles
- 4. Illustrate em’ with Graffiti or Doodled Balcony Tiles Ideas
- 5. Paint em’ Half – Half
- 6. Mix & Match Colorful Moroccan Balcony Tiles Design
- 7. Comb the Hexagon!
- 8. Balocny Tiles Ideas by Dividing Em' Vertically!
- 9. Use a Light Tile Border & Place Dark Tiles in Between
- 10. Chevron Pattern Balcony Tiles Ideas
- 11. Monochrome Balcony Tiles Design
- 12. Mix Solid-Colored & Hand Painted Tiles
- 13. Minimal Grid Pattern Balcony Tiles Ideas
- 14. Stripe them All Vertically!
- 15. 3d Balcony Tiles Ideas
- FAQs
- Conclusion
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15 Best Balcony Tiles Design Ideas You Must Try in 2024!
Balcony tiles are often underestimated in design, with designers simply selecting tiles based on the color & texture and placing them in a basic grid. But here are 15 unique balcony tiles ideas that you can use to truly convert your home into a sweet one!
1. Play Chess with the Checkerboard
If you’re someone who likes sync & order and can’t resist grids, then the checkerboard design is just what you need! Pick a neutral tile color like beige, gray, white, or cream and pair it with vibrant black, brown, yellow, or other tiles for a striking contrast!
Here you have two options; you can go with the 6X6″ tiles for a balanced and eclectic style balcony, or you can choose the smaller 3X3 or 2X2″ tiles to curate pretty dual-toned balcony tiles ideas in your space. Both options work equally well!
2. Balcony Tiles Ideas With Colorful Mosaic Patterns
If you’re bored with the regular gray concrete & porcelain balcony tiles, it’s time to spice things up with a Mediterranean oasis makeover! How, you may ask!
Well, for that, you’ll have to go all warm; think wooden furniture, plants and earthy accents. But, the most important of all, choose colorful mosaic balcony tiles ideas! Yes, the same, 2X2” inch ceramic tiles you use in pools & pottery.
You can either place them geometrically as shown in the illustrations, or you can go random to create a splattered, colorful effect. One more option is to arrange mosaic tiles around regular concrete tiles for a color block balcony tiles design.
3. Get a Massage with Penny Round Pattern Tiles
Working from home all day can be tough on your feet, so why not treat yourself to some tactile penny round balcony tiles? They’ll give you a nice foot massage, press your acupressure points and help with all the blood circulation in your legs.
And since they are made from durable ceramic & porcelain, you won’t even have to worry about their durability & maintenance. One more point is that penny tiles provide the best possible grip & friction for kids & senior citizens; so no slips, falls, nothing!
Additionally, these tiles are very reasonable, starting at just $2 per square foot. This allows you to pair them with wooden benches, metal racks, or terracotta pots to create charming French countryside balcony tiles ideas!
4. Illustrate em’ with Graffiti or Doodled Balcony Tiles Ideas
Now, this is one unique idea we thought at Archwhispers. We were brainstorming some balcony tiles ideas for our clients and had a Eureka moment when one of our team members spilled some of our comic-strip concept sheets on the floor.
So, we dashed in to purchase some floor paint right away, drew some abstract illustrations on the floor & covered it with outdoor polish. Trust me, the balcony looked so unique and creative, as if straight out of a contemporary story book!
5. Paint em’ Half – Half
Have a shared balcony between your living room and bedroom? No worries! You can easily spruce it up by painting half of it in one color and the other half in another. Just make sure the colors match the interior design of each room!
This way, your balcony will always look in sync with the room’s decor, no issue which room you are in.
Also choose furniture that has the correct tone to match each other. As an illustration, we went with light pine and white furniture to complement the beige and mint flooring in our client’s balcony.
6. Mix & Match Colorful Moroccan Balcony Tiles Design
Visualize a snug, cultural balcony where you can let go and revel in the delight of various colors. That’s the magic of a Moroccan balcony tile design!
Here, you can curate a pretty decent, distressed look by choosing plain, patterned monochrome tiles. Or, you can go the boho-chic way by mixing multicolored Bohemian tiles, like we did in the illustration above. Ah! It looks so ethnic & colorful!
7. Comb the Hexagon!
Ah, my most favorite balcony tiles design of all! The small hexagonal floor tiles create such a cool industrial atmosphere, with their minimal and geometric design. Plus, their concrete or ceramic finishes make them super resistant to the sun and wind!
And though most of my friends prefer using plain gray or beige tiles for their balcony floors, you can always spice things up by mixing some colorful ones for a fun twist. Another idea is to go for the metallic ones to add some extra sparkle and elegance.
8. Balocny Tiles Ideas by Dividing Em’ Vertically!
Not a fan of changing up your square tile pattern or mixing and matching hues? Then go for a vertical split! Divide your balcony in half and pair up complementary or contrasting tiles, such as beige & brown, orange & teal, to bring some excitement to the space.
Alternatively, you could also opt for a mix of solid-colored and textured or turf tiles to create a warm, nature-inspired vibe.
9. Use a Light Tile Border & Place Dark Tiles in Between
Who needs boring solid-colored balcony tiles when you can jazz it up with a stylish grid in two different shades? Mix and match light and dark colors like beige & brown or blush & maroon to create a unique look. Simply alternate the tiles and voilà! Your eclectic nest’s ready for use!
If you want, you can curate a distinct section under your balcony dining and seating with dark-colored tiles, while the rest can be in lighter tiles or vice versa.
10. Chevron Pattern Balcony Tiles Ideas
Wooden balcony tiles might look too dull and boring in a grid-like fashion, but arrange them in a chevron or herringbone, and they look nothing short of a beautiful mid-century modern bliss!
Plus, as you all know, wooden tiles are so antibacterial! You won’t get any rashes, blisters, closed feet pores, nothing! They won’t even raise your balcony floor temperature and keep it cool, even in the harsh summers of India!
Now, you can obviously style wooden balcony tiles with similar wooden furniture, plants and curtains for a green, organic vibe. Or, you can switch it up with black metal furniture, rugs, metallic planters, and pendant lights for a cozy cottage vibe!
11. Monochrome Balcony Tiles Design
Who said balcony tiles have to be colorful or exposed? There are so many other balcony tiles ideas out there! Like, you can create a sleek and stylish industrial look by painting them in a single color, just like our designer did in the picture above!
Just don’t forget to coordinate the color of your furniture and accessories! Basically, use red seats with red tiles, yellow stools with yellow tiles, and so on!
12. Mix Solid-Colored & Hand Painted Tiles
Having a hard time choosing between solid-colored or designer tiles for your balcony tiles design? Don’t stress! Combine them both! Arrange them in a checkerboard pattern, alternate rows, or any other way that tickles your fancy!
13. Minimal Grid Pattern Balcony Tiles Ideas
Now, I know that most people usually use such small, solid-colored tiles for their pools, tanks & decks. But do you know that these 2X2 inch tiles curate the most nautical & breezy vibes of all? Plus, they are affordable, starting at about $2 per square foot!
Furthermore, such small, minimal grid tiles are really flexible, which means you can use them to mask all the minor cracks, indentations & scratches on your balcony design. Trust me, they won’t give away with heavy rain, snow or wind.
14. Stripe them All Vertically!
If you’re into painting balcony floor tiles, here’s a fun idea we found for you! Just get your favorite patio floor paint (Behr has some good options), mark the lines on your tiles with a pen & ruler, and paint the stripes vertically. (P.S. You can also get creative with different colors if you’d like!)
Quick Tip: Coat your balcony tiles design with any siloxane, acrylic or polyurethane sealers to save them from the sun, UV rays, wind & rain.
15. 3d Balcony Tiles Ideas
If you’re unsure, just embrace the third dimension! 3D balcony floor tiles are an effortless way to bring depth, visual excitement, and charm to your balcony.
Here, you have the option to choose funky oceanic or floral designs for a playful and vibrant look. Alternately, you can opt for simple lined or cuboid-motif tiles to create an industrial and geometric effect. The choice is obviously yours!
FAQs
If you’re looking for the perfect tiles for your outdoor apartment balcony, go for concrete, stone, ceramic, or porcelain balcony tiles. But if you want to make a statement with your balcony, opt for ethnic Moroccan, Striped, Graffiti, or Painted tiles to stand out!
Yes, you can definitely paint balcony tiles with any outdoor floor tile paint of choice. However, just grind the tile surface thoroughly to get rid of the glossiness and use a 60-80 grit sandpaper to smoothen the edges. This will ensure the paint sticks properly.
You’ll require approximately 40 tiles measuring 12 X 12 inches to cover a small balcony of 40 sq.ft, assuming no wastage or breakage. However, to find the exact quantity, divide the total area of your balcony (in square feet) by the area of one tile (in square feet) and add 2% as contingency.
Conclusion
Now that you’ve got these balcony tiles ideas, your balcony is basically begging for a makeover! From woodsy vibes to Moroccan chic, there’s a perfect tile waiting to transform your little outdoor haven.
Ready to ditch the boring balcony and create your own urban oasis? Share a pic of your tile plans (or mood board!) in the comments! We would love to see your balcony glow-up!
But if you have any questions on different balcony tiles materials, designs and their estimated costs, then hop onto our detailed blog on ‘16 Best Balcony Tiles,’ now!
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