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Modern Metro Tile Patterns & Designs: Find Your Perfect Style

Summary:  Whether you’re planning a kitchen refresh or a full bathroom renovation, metro tiles offer a versatile, timeless aesthetic that works in almost any space. Originally inspired by the iconic, bustling underground stations of the early 1900s, these rectangular, brick-shaped tiles have evolved into a staple of modern interior design. From their origins as a functional subway feature to their current status as a stylish home essential, metro tiles provide endless creative possibilities. In this guide, we’ll explore how to navigate the broad spectrum of colours, finishes, and layout patterns... Read More

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The Secret to Long-Lasting Bathrooms: Choosing the Perfect Shower Material

Key Summary:  Choosing between shower tiles and aqua panels comes down to customisation vs speed. Your bathroom should feel like a relaxing, luxurious haven. A place to unwind from the stresses of the day and get your morning off to the best start. When planning your next bathroom renovation, you need wall tiles that are both practical and stylish; something that brings you joy while also preventing hard water stains from ruining your luxury finish and keeping damp grout lines from turning mouldy. The secret to long-lasting bathrooms is your... Read More

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How to Prepare a Wall for Tiling (Step-by-Step + Top Tips)

TL;DR: How to Prepare a Wall for TilingSurface Condition: Ensure the wall is clean, dry, plumb, and strong enough to support the combined weight of your chosen tiles and adhesive.Preparation Steps: Remove all old fittings, repair structural damage to plasterboard, and use an industry-compliant synthetic primer.Wet Area Protection: Always install a dedicated waterproofing backing or tanking system in wet zones to secure the tiles safely. Preparing your walls for tiling is simple and hassle-free with our no-nonsense guide at the ready. For DIYers looking to take on a tiling project,... Read More

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The Ultimate Walling Guide: Metro Tiles

To complement the launch of our series, The Ultimate Flooring Guide last month, allow us to introduce you to The Ultimate Walling Guide series. After all, as your one-stop-shop for all things tiles and tiling accessories, you didn’t think we’d forget to show your walls some love, did you? To kick things off, we’re taking a look at a kitchen and bathroom walling staple – metro tiles. What are they, why are they so popular and how can you incorporate this classic style into your interior approaches? Let’s explore… What... Read More

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Hexagon Wall Tiles: A Simple Way to Add Style to Your Bathroom

Hexagon tiles have seen a recent surge in trend, and it seems that it’s set to stay that way. From penny to petite hexagonal wall tiles, adding texture, pattern and a touch of glamour to your interior has never been easier thanks to the rising popularity of this diverse tiling style.  That’s why today, we’re offering a beginners guide to how you can add style to your bathroom using hexagonal wall tiles, creating a timelessly fashionable look that effortlessly stays on-trend. Play with patterns  While hexagon tiles offer a little... Read More

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Creating the Wow Factor: 3 Attention-Grabbing Tiled Splashback Ideas

Whether you’re going bold with mosaics or opting for simple yet effective style with plain metro tiles, your kitchen splashback should be a focal point of your kitchen design that instantly grabs attention.  To help you master that wow factor feeling, in today’s post, we’re offering a guide to some eye-catching kitchen tile backsplash ideas for you to replicate in your home. Opt for less is more For a chic look in modest-sized kitchens, opt for a simple white tile to open the space up and deliver a serene and... Read More

Can Wall Tiles Work in the Bedroom?

As a rule, when we think of wall tiles we tend to associate them with bathrooms and kitchens. This is understandable, given that their practical and durable properties are perfectly suited to these areas, but tiles can be used anywhere in your home – from your living room to your bedroom. So today, we’re pushing the boundaries of interior design to find out if wall tiles can revolutionise your bedroom for the new year. From luxurious feature wall tiles in master bedrooms to rustic wood-effect for a vintage feel in... Read More

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Marble-effect Tiles for Luxurious Home Decor

As a general rule, marble is associated with strong connotations of luxury and affluence and gives the area which it decorates an instant flare of royal indulgence. Marble is arguably more high-end than any other home design material, and for that reason alone is a highly desirable and respected decorative component in any home. For many of us, achieving this look is a seemingly unattainable, costly task that seems futile when prioritised over other, more mandatory areas of our homes that are in need of some TLC – so we... Read More

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Wall Tiles: Our 2018 Home Design Handbook

Do you have a benign bathroom in desperate need of a design update? Is your kitchen a tired relic, with faded fixtures and decade-old decor? Are you looking for ways to revolutionise your home’s interior from the ground up? You’ve come to the right place: our 2018 home design handbook, focusing on wall tiles – which styles to explore, how to arrange them and much more. We’ll cover decades, design styles and rooms in the house to give you a thorough picture of what works and what doesn’t. Chevron patterns... Read More

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Tactile Surfaces: Get The Look With Wall Tiles

The key to interior design is layering – bringing depth and character to an area so it appeals to the senses and evokes an emotional connection when you walk into a room. From the freshness and simplicity of a monochrome kitchen to the soft and fuzzy feel of a snug lounge, all the design elements and textures work to create a particular ambience. If you’re looking to add a whole new dimension to your home, why not tackle the hot interiors trend that is tactile and structured surfaces? Using different... Read More