Tadelakt showers are an elegant way to add some visual interest and texture to your bathroom. Installation couldn't be simpler: apply plaster on the wall before painting over it for a polished look.
Tadelakt is a waterproof plaster that was once popular in Morocco and now finds popularity with both designers and homeowners alike. As an affordable alternative to tile, it offers an irresistibly steamed-milk-like appearance that's truly eye-catching!
Additionally, it's incredibly durable - an invaluable asset if you have small children!
Tadelakt in your bathroom creates a sleek, minimalistic aesthetic without the grout lines that can be so unattractive. Plus, this material is incredibly flexible - you can shape it however you please!
Lorraine Sakharet joined forces with Decorcafe plasterer Carl Ferri to transform a small Victorian bathroom into an inviting sanctuary. To achieve this look, they used Moroccan tadelakt, Italian Venetian plaster and microcement application.
They chose tadelakt for the walls to give the illusion of space and open up the room, providing a natural style backdrop. Furthermore, they wanted to guarantee waterproofing in the bathroom so they chose a shower coated in tadelakt.
In addition to tadelakt, they chose a white quartz countertop with subtle tan and grey vein patterns. This stunning combination complemented the tadelakt walls beautifully and created an unforgettable statement piece!
Another stunning example of tadelakt is this tub and shower combo designed by Seelhorst. He used grey tadelakt on the walls, coupled with chrome fixtures for an elegant yet modern aesthetic.
These bathrooms prove that tadelakt can be used in a variety of different applications and they all look stunning!
Tadelakt bathrooms offer the ideal solution for designers seeking a natural element in their design while remaining sleek and sophisticated. They're especially ideal for bathrooms with pitched roofs, as it helps conceal any slopes.
Are you thinking of adding tadelakt to your bathroom? Before you get started, here are some important points to keep in mind:
1. Verify your tadelakt is completely dry before applying it on the wall.
Without curing, your material becomes more vulnerable to scratches and other damage - especially if you have a large tub or shower that you want protected from water damage. This step is especially important if the surface hasn't been used in some time.
2. Avoid applying too much pressure to the tadelakt as this could cause it to crack or break.
Tadelakt is not as flexible as tile, so extra caution must be taken if you plan to apply it on the wall. To reduce the risk of tiles bending too easily, consider installing a marble or limestone border around them before attaching them directly onto the wall.
3. Apply an anti-septic spray to the tadelakt surface to prevent bacteria from growing.
