Introduction
It’s fair to say we were absolutely blown away when one of our recent customers (Hair’s Another Salon in Swords Co, Dublin) sent us some photographs of their completed beauty salon renovation!
Using just marble effect tiles and wall panels O'Neill Bathroom Renovations turned a fairly ordinary hair salon into a Mediterranean marvel, fit to wow their customers!
As you can see from the photographs featured here, this Irish salon owner used our popular Bianco Platino marble-effect indoor porcelain tiles to design a brand-new shop floor.
They also added some tastefully placed Cool Oak acoustic wall panels behind each mirror and bordering their till point, for an extra dash of modernist style.
Marble-Effect Porcelain Tiles
In commercial spaces like a hair salon, the floor is the foundation of the brand. A salon floor needs to be more than just pretty; it must be resistant to chemical spills (hair dye/perms), high-impact drops, and constant wheeled-stool traffic. By choosing a large-format salon tiles design, Hair’s Another Salon hasn't just opted for a "Mediterranean marvel"—they’ve made a strategic business decision to reduce maintenance and increase the "perceived value" of their services.
Marble has an immediately eye-catching effect on anyone who sees it, but it can be expensive and difficult to install.
Our marble-effect porcelain floor tile range gave this salon owner the opportunity to bring the elegance and sophistication of marble to their shop... on a budget!
Easy to install, naturally slip-resistant, and simple to maintain, these Bianco Platino marble-effect 100x100cm porcelain floor tiles instantly lifted the shop’s interior, brightening the space and making it an altogether more relaxing and enjoyable place for customers to spend time.
For a marble beauty salon, size matters. Using 100x100cm porcelain slabs means fewer grout joints where hair clippings and moisture can settle. These salon tiles are vitrified, meaning they are non-porous and won't stain if a splash of toner or bleach hits the deck. From an expert decor perspective, the continuous vein-matching of the Bianco Platino creates an "infinity floor" effect, making even a compact Dublin shop feel like a high-end luxury spa.
Acoustic Wall Panels
Salons are notoriously noisy environments—the "clash" of hairdryers, background music, and multiple conversations can lead to "acoustic fatigue" for both staff and clients. By integrating salon wall panels behind the styling stations, the owner has created localised "sound sponges." The Cool Oak acoustic wall panel breaks up sound reflections right at the source (the client's head height), ensuring that even during the Saturday rush, the atmosphere remains sophisticated rather than chaotic.
That's why, in addition to their brand new marble-look floor, our customer also spruced up their beauty salon with one final quick trick: the addition of some Cool Oak-effect acoustic wall panelling.
Not only does this wall panelling make the salon look taller and more spacious, its felt lining also enhances the sound quality of the space.
No more nasty echoes from hair dryers and clippers buzzing away – this salon is now as serene and peaceful as a Buddhist Zen garden!
How to transform your own salon, shop floor or business space
Our customer’s remarkable salon transformation is a fantastic example, we think, of how anyone in Ireland can elevate their business’s interior without breaking the bank.
Using just two simple-yet-stunning products from Tile Merchant’s interior design range – our marble-effect porcelain floor tiles and cool oak acoustic panelling – Hair’s Another Salon in Dublin has evolved into a space customer’s will feel relaxed and content in, which can only improve the business’s brand reputation in its customers' eyes!
Discover how you can take your shop to the next level, whilst sticking to your budget, by browsing the Tile Merchant range today.
Salon Interior Design: Expert FAQ
What are the best salon tiles for high-traffic areas?
For a busy marble hair salon, we recommend porcelain salon tiles over real marble. Porcelain is acid-resistant and scratch-proof, meaning it won't "etch" when exposed to hair chemicals or heavy foot traffic, keeping your business looking pristine for years.
How do I choose a salon wall panel design?
A successful salon wall panel layout should be functional. Placing slatted panels behind mirrors (the "styling zone") helps dampen the noise of hairdryers, while using them at the "till point" or reception creates a warm, welcoming focal point for customers as they enter and pay.
Is marble-effect flooring slippery in a salon?
Safety is paramount in salon tiles design. Our Bianco Platino porcelain features a specialized finish that provides an elegant sheen while maintaining the necessary slip-resistance for commercial environments, even when floors are slightly damp from hair washing.
Can I install salon wall panels over existing wallpaper?
Yes, provided the surface is clean and dry. Using a high-grab adhesive like Bostik Turbo Bond, salon wall panels can be fixed directly to most commercial wall surfaces, making them the fastest way to "rebrand" your business space over a single weekend.
Conclusion
Transform your space with the luxurious beauty of marble-effect tiles and acoustic wall panels from Tile Merchant. Explore stylish and versatile options for a timeless and elegant interior.
Why Tile Merchant?
We offer extremely competitive pricing on our entire range of tiles and likewise.
We stock a huge range of wall and floor tiles and our prices are competitive for retail and trade. Our stock is widely available in our tile stores in Ireland, which are open 7 days a week.
Alternatively, if you’d prefer to shop our tiles online, we can supply you with samples delivered for free.
Read Tile Merchant Reviews on Trustpilot
Article written by Calum
Cal Bannerman is a freelance writer, editor, podcaster and voice actor from the Scottish Borders. He runs the storytelling podcast "Stories from the Hearth" and lives in a wee Glasgow Flat with his partner and their cat".
