Glass Mosaic Tiles

Glass mosaic tiles for walls are a beautiful way to update your bathroom shower walls or even your kitchen backsplash. The wide variety of glass mosaic designs and the fact that they are mesh-mounted make them a convenient choice for DIYers and professional tilers alike. While some of our other mosaic options can be used on either floors or walls, glass mosaics must only be used on walls to avoid breakage. 

 A perk of using glass mosaic tiles is that they can be sold by the sheet, making them perfect for smaller spaces. If you have a small kitchen or shower niche, you can create a finished look with only a few sheets of mosaics. Not only will it make your space look more put together, but it can also be a quick and easy fix. 

5 Unique Ways To Use Glass Mosaic Tiles

Glass mosaic tiles can be used in various spaces because they come in so many shapes, sizes, patterns, and colors. When we use glass mosaic tiles in our spaces, we find our spaces to be sparkly and elegant at the same time. Glass mosaic tiles are very much in demand because of the effect of sparkle and shimmer that it gives off. Furthermore, you can always mix and match glass mosaic art and create whatever designs you have in mind. The following are some of the uses of glass mosaic tiles:

1 You can use them for your walls – Home decoration is not complete without glass mosaic art. You can use glass mosaic art for decorating your personal spaces like your bathroom, bedside, or your vanity space. Glass mosaic art will work wonders in uplifting the ambiance of a gloomy space so much that you will not only notice but also love it. There are tinted glass mosaic tiles that will let you play with colors. Because many homeowners are opting for a minimalistic lifestyle nowadays, the application of glass mosaic art will make any bare space look beautiful and elegant.

2 You can use them for your floors – For a second there you might think that using glass mosaic tiles for flooring might be a bad idea. They could chip away easily because they seem delicate due to their name. But the truth is, glass mosaic sheets or any kind of tiles are very durable, mainly due to the reason they are made for. Glass mosaic tiles sheets are produced in a manner that they are durable enough to withstand huge amounts of pressure. Now that is another thing if you deliberately put it under a hammer test. Glass mosaic tiles are a great option to use on your floors instead of a carpet or rug as glass mosaic tiles will offer you the beauty and elegance of the patterns and colors all the while being much easier to clean than a rug or carpet.

3 You can use it to refurbish your Furniture – Glass mosaic tiles are made of tiny glass pieces of many tints or colors. Sometimes they are transparent as well. You can put glass mosaic tiles to use by refurbishing your old furniture. Many times we have some old furniture of great quality that we know is no longer available in the market. But there are a few scratches, burns, or dents here and there that we have to keep covered or just hidden away in our storerooms. With glass mosaic tiles you will be able to make your furniture good as new as glass mosaic tiles will allow you to create any shape or pattern with it.

4 You can use it to spruce up your outdoors – There are certain spaces in our house where we cannot add more elements or just elements at all. What can you do there? Glass mosaic tiles help us in elevating your gloomy outdoors. Glass mosaic tiles reflect the light, making the space look beautiful and shiny. If you are careful enough, you will not need to replace them anytime soon. You can brighten up your garden area by sticking small mosaic glass tiles on your flower pots. You can even use glass mosaic tiles in the shapes of any flora or fauna in your swimming pool area or even the floor and walls of it. When the water will ripple over the swimming pool floor, it will look like it is moving.

5 You can add artistic elements to the overall look of your space – If you like decorative pieces and glass mosaic art, then you can make many different kinds of decorative art pieces from the glass mosaic tiles. Glass mosaic art has been in vogue since a very long time. Glass mosaic art can be created in various ways and it helps to add color to the otherwise basic spaces. Glass mosaic art is made from glass pieces of various sizes and are used in different color variants too. Glass mosaic art is a great way to add elements of beauty and sophistication to any object in any room. Glass mosaic art is always beautiful and unique. An important fact that should be taken into consideration is that before adding any décor piece with glass mosaic art or even buying glass mosaic tiles for glass mosaic art, you should first properly plan out the look of your room. The right color and size of glass mosaic tiles are important to create the perfect glass mosaic art. 

Types of Glass Mosaic Tiles

A perk of using glass mosaic tiles is that they can be sold by the sheet, making them perfect for smaller spaces. If you have a small kitchen or shower niche, you can create a finished look with only a few glass mosaic tiles sheets. Not only will it make your space look more put together, but it can also be a quick and easy fix.

 We offer many styles of glass mosaic tiles. One style you might want to consider is our brick-style mosaics. These are glass mosaics with long rectangular pieces that can either be uniform or have varying sizes. We also offer glass mosaic tiles in interesting shapes, like our Seashell mosaic. This mosaic has a rounded shape that gives it an unexpected but fun look. Also, we have a variety of hexagon-shaped glass mosaics. Some of them are the classic hexagonal shape but others are elongated. Each shape injects a certain amount of personality into a design. It's always fun to see how customers end up using the different shapes, colors, and styles of glass mosaic tiles. 

One of the glass mosaic tiles that we recommend for kitchen backsplashes is our Karma Random Sized Glass Mosaic Tile. This stunning glass mosaic tile is perfect for modern kitchen designs. The different textures and sizes of each piece in the mosaic make it interesting while keeping the overall aesthetic appeal. The White and Cream colors would coordinate with bright kitchen designs that use a lot of white marble or have light-colored cabinets. These will blend in with the walls but also provide a little texture to provide a little visual interest if you are layering similar colors in a space. The Light Grey could easily work with a modern farmhouse design, while the Charcoal color might provide a strong contrast to a masculine design style. The Black color option is an edgy and bold design choice that could look great in a variety of kitchens. You could use it to blend in with existing black cabinets or you could use it as a stark contrast to lighter cabinet colors. All of these options will add a nice texture to your backsplash while also protecting the walls from splashes and spills!

Another glass mosaic tile for kitchen backsplashes is our Victory 1”x2” mosaic that is also a brick-style mosaic. These glass mosaic wall tiles have less size variation and a higher color variation. Some of these mosaics also have mixed materials like stone or metal to break up the glass pieces. These glass mosaics are an interesting option for those that want to create visual interest while still having a mostly glossy, smooth surface to the mosaic. These are great for kitchens with a traditional design or for any kitchen that is calling for a pop of color. These mosaics come in colors ranging from greens to reds, with many mixed color options as well. The Victory line of mosaic tiles comes in many colors that can be used for so many interesting designs. 

The third type of brick-style glass mosaic tile that could be used for kitchen backsplashes is our Cosmos Sleek series. This is like a mix of modern and traditional glass mosaic designs. The slimmer brick style creates a similar textural variation to our Karma series, while the smooth and glossy pieces are similar to the Victory 1”x2” brick mosaics. The Cosmos Sleek series is a nice option of glass mosaic tiles for kitchen backsplashes that need to stand out. The high gloss and interesting patterns on these glass mosaics need a space to shine. They’re also a more subdued version of the Cosmos Hexagon series that you might consider if you’re looking for a geometric statement in your kitchen. 

If you are interested in using glass mosaic tiles for your bathroom design, you may want to consider a fun shape or color for your shower walls. Our Seashell glass mosaic tile is perfect for a bathroom design with its unexpected blue color. These blue mosaic tiles would be such a fun surprise in a family bathroom or kids' bathroom. The unique shape is sure to make a lasting statement. Using this mosaic will create a sense of awe every time you or your family members see it, adding a sense of whimsy to a normally overlooked area of the house. You could use this glass mosaic tile as your bathroom statement wall, listello, or sink backsplash.  

A more subtle glass mosaic for your bathroom is our Island 1” x 3.75” glass mosaic tile is a great choice. The classic brick-style mosaic allows the bright colors to shine without being overwhelming. Consider the stunning dark blue Island glass mosaic tiles for your bathroom listello to break up a larger tiled wall. This is a great way to inject color and vibrancy into your space without overpowering the room. You could also opt for our Antigua color which is a beautiful seafoam green, reminiscent of sea glass that you might find on a tropical beach. The Island series has been a best seller because it provides limitless possibilities for using mosaic tiles for your bathroom design. 

While we've covered a couple of the typical areas where glass mosaic tiles are used, the beauty of choosing a glass mosaic is that they are so versatile. Since ours are mounted on a mesh backing, you can easily cut them down to size to fit a variety of spaces. Because there are so many styles and colors, there is a style for every room or area of the house. Another benefit of glass mosaic tiles is that they can be sold by the sheet. We have seen just a few glass mosaic tiles sheets being used in so many creative ways! Some of our customers have been crafty and used them to decorate tables or mirror frames. 

We hope you find our selection of glass mosaic tiles inspiring for your next bathroom design. We offer glass mosaic tiles for bathrooms in a variety of colors, like blue and green, as well as shapes. You can’t go wrong with using glass mosaics in your kitchen or bathroom design. We can’t wait to see how you use your glass mosaic tiles! 

Pros of Glass Mosaic Tiles

Glass mosaic tiles are used specifically because they enhance the beauty of any space by adding a touch of sophistication and playfulness. Generally, glass mosaic tiles look good in areas that need an upliftment of ambiance, like the living room or the patio and garden. But glass mosaic tiles can also be used in a high traffic area like the kitchen, the backdrop of this is that glass mosaic tiles require effort to maintain, because of the high traffic area.

The following are the reasons why you should use glass mosaic tiles for your space. 

• Glass mosaic tiles add beauty and color to space – Glass mosaic tiles help a great deal in achieving a perfect full look even with bare minimum elements in the spaces. They are beautiful by all means and are a great way to spruce up your basic spaces. Glass mosaic sheets should be used in areas that seem dull to you. When they reflect the sunlight, it seems as if the tiles are dancing in Unison. Glass mosaic tiles do not add grandeur to any space, but also adds life to it. 

• Glass mosaic tiles are super easy to clean – It is a known fact that tiles in themselves are very sturdy and come with a nice coating of gloss. Glass mosaic tiles are super easy to clean because they are resistant to water, mold, and mildew. A professional puts in the tiles so that no seems must be left between them, which can become a cause of water seeping through the gaps. Glass mosaic sheets are porous and are resistant to the damage done by the chemicals. Glass mosaic sheets can be easily cleaned by using a cloth and water. 

• Glass mosaic tiles are the best because they can be recycled – Glass mosaic sheet is easier to produce than any other tile like ceramic or porcelain. You also have the option of using recycled glass mosaic sheets for your spaces as they are made from glass refuse. 

• Glass mosaic sheets have a luminous appearance – Glass mosaic sheets give off a luminous appearance because they reflect light. They look very beautiful and when light reflects from them, it looks as if they are dancing in the sunlight or light. These characteristics of luminescence of glass mosaic sheets cannot be found in any other tile. 

• Glass mosaic tiles are durable – All kinds of tiles are durable. The tile itself is used mainly because of its durability. If the glass mosaic sheet that you are about to install has passed all the tests required to assess its durability, then glass mosaic tiles can be used anywhere in your space. Glass mosaic tiles can withstand huge amounts of weight and will not crack until cracked deliberately with a sharp object like a hammer.

Cons of Glass Mosaic Tiles

• Glass mosaic tiles are expensive – One of the only two major drawbacks of using glass mosaic tiles in your spaces is that it is blindly expensive. You can find some glass sheets that can cost a little less and are easy for your pocket, but good-quality glass mosaic sheets are very expensive and can only be bought if you can afford to splurge.
• Glass mosaic sheets are difficult to install – Glass mosaic sheets look very beautiful and add color and everything, but they tend to crack if they are poked with a sharp object. That is why you ask professionals to anchor them in, there is a high chance that it will chip. It is advised that if you are not a professional or are very experienced in installing glass mosaic sheets, then you should not try to install them by yourself. As it is they are so expensive and it is not a good idea to even chip them. 

• Glass mosaic sheets scratch easily as compared to other tiles – Glass mosaic tiles are highly durable and can be easily cleaned, one of the second major backdrops of installing glass mosaic sheets in your space is that they are very susceptible to scratches. There will come a time after many years when you will have to replace them because of too many scratches on the glass mosaic sheets. There are some colors and finishes available in the market which will help to maintain the glass of the glass mosaic sheets or hide the scratches of the sheets. 

• Glass mosaic sheets break easily as compared to other tiles – Glass mosaic sheets are durable like the other tiles and are fine under huge amounts of weight. But they are not resistant to cracks. If you drop something heavy on the glass mosaic sheets, like a brick or a heavy metal, the chances are that it will crack. It is very expensive to repair glass mosaic sheets because the glass mosaic sheets are very expensive themselves.