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The Guide to Tile Shopping from HGTV Dream Home 2016

From marble to mosaic, learn how to choose tile like a pro from HGTV Dream Home 2016 interior designer Brian Patrick Flynn.
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Photo: Flynnside Out Productions. From: Brian Patrick Flynn.

New Neutrals

To keep in check with the cool, light and bright color scheme of HGTV Dream Home 2016 in Merritt Island, Florida, tiles were chosen to keep the overall look consistent. In addition to black, white and gray, mosaic tiles in new neutrals such as blue-gray and navy were picked to introduce color but in a manner that is not intense or trendy.

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Photo: Flynnside Out Productions. From: Brian Patrick Flynn.

Basket Weave

Mosaic marble basket weave will stand the test of time anywhere and works well as a kitchen backsplash. In addition to adding graphic pattern and contrast, the colors of the mosaic can help tie hues from your color scheme together.

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Photo: Flynnside Out Productions. From: Brian Patrick Flynn.

Warm and Cool Balance

Mix warm and cool colors in adjoining rooms to strike balance.

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Photo: Flynnside Out Productions. From: Brian Patrick Flynn.

Neutralize with White

Pair bold colored walls with white tile and vice versa to help tone down vivid hues.

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