# Vanishing Shower Stoppers Disappearing-Pattern Tiles Let You Know When the Shower Should be Over By Michael Hines | Published 2010-06-01 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/disappearing-pattern-tiles References: [bornrich.org](http://www.bornrich.org/entry/cut-short-your-shower-with-disappearing-pattern-tiles/) & [roomservice.blogg.se](http://roomservice.blogg.se/2010/may/kakel-som-reagerar-pa-varme-disappearing-patt.html) Disappearing-Pattern Tiles are an excellent way to make sure that everyone shares the hot water in the home. These tiles fade over time until they are completely gone, signaling that your shower might be running a bit long. Disappearing-Pattern Tiles react to the heat of a [hot shower](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sno-shower), slowly melting the [thermo-chromic acid ink](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/4442-book) that they are printed with. I never know when to quit when it comes to showers, so these tiles are a definite necessity for me. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.4/10 - Popularity: 9% | Activity: 24% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique) > [Inventions](https://www.trendhunter.com/inventions) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Thermo-chromic Technology:** Disappearing-Pattern Tiles use thermo-chromic technology that can be applied to various products and industries such as dishware and packaging. - **Sustainable Showers:** Disappearing-Pattern Tiles promote sustainable showers that conserve water and energy, opening opportunities for companies in the green home industry. - **Smart Bathroom Systems:** Disappearing-Pattern Tiles can be integrated into smart bathroom systems that track water usage, creating opportunities for tech companies to develop new products. ### Who This Affects Most - **Home Improvement:** Disappearing-Pattern Tiles are perfect for home improvement projects and can be used in bathroom renovations. - **Printing and Manufacturing:** Disappearing-Pattern Tiles require specialized printing and manufacturing processes, opening opportunities for companies with expertise in these areas. - **Water Conservation:** Disappearing-Pattern Tiles promote water conservation efforts, creating opportunities for companies in the water management and conservation industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Temperature-Displaying Shower Heads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/invispace.md) - [Pressure-Sensitive Shower Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-shower-concept.md) - [Vibrant Tile Stickers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vinyl-tile-stickers.md) - [Instantaneous Hot Water Showers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heau-shower.md) - [Fully Integrated Smart Showers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/power-shower-head.md) - [In-Shower Water Meters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ikea-bergvattnet.md) - [Water-Saving Bathroom Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bergvattnet.md) - [Temperature Alert Body Washes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dove-deep-moisture-body-wash.md) - [Accessible Shower Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/accessible-showers.md)