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3 Creative Colour Schemes for Your Bathroom Wall

Whether you prefer bathrooms that are bright and vibrant or love the elegant look that comes with more muted tones, cladding the walls in colour is always an ideal way to make your home stand out. The psychological effects of different colour schemes can completely transform the ambience of a room – which means choosing a creative colour scheme can often be one of the most important decisions to make in any home’s design. In today’s post, we’re bringing you three of 2016’s best bathroom colour schemes – so you... Read More

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3 Shabby Chic Kitchen Floor Ideas

In a society that’s obsessed with modern technology, it’s no surprise that more and more interior designers are looking to incorporate a sense of tradition and antique elegance into their latest projects. Whether it’s upcycling or accessorising the room with authentic artefacts, there’s no doubt that the distressed look is here to stay – and it’s an aesthetic that couldn’t be easier to achieve in your home. In today’s post, we’re starting from the bottom – as we bring you three of the best ways to inject a touch of... Read More

5 Myths About Cheap Bathroom Tiles

From budget and material to style and finish, there’s a lot to consider when choosing your bathroom tiles. The installation of a tiled bathroom can be an expensive business, meaning many of us look for more affordable tiling options. Waterproof tiles are the perfect choice in this wet environment, but it can seem like an impossible task to find quality bathroom tiles that come with a reasonable price tag. Tiles offer an ideal way to maintain your new bathroom’s sparkle, and competitively priced, high quality tiles aren’t actually that hard... Read More

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Why Kitchen Tiles Will Always Win

It’s an age-old dilemma in interior design: are tiles actually better than paint and wallpaper? Some say it’s all down to personal preference, but there must be a reason why homeowners choose kitchen tiles time and time again. Today, we’re bringing you a breakdown of the benefits that come with introducing high quality kitchen tiles to your home. An option that combines class with practicality, tiles offer the best of both worlds and can be the key to creating a home design that’s built to last. Timeless and long-lasting Kitchen... Read More

Style Spotlight: Polished Porcelain Tiles

Getting to grips with interior design is one of the most exciting things about being a property owner, but there are also plenty of decisions to make along the way. With so many ideas surrounding you, choosing the perfect look can be challenging. Factor in the wide range of different tiles available, and interior design can sometimes seem more difficult than you’d anticipated. We love all things about artistic home design at Tiles Direct, and we don’t think that choosing an opulent interior should be a chore. That’s why today,... Read More

Natural Stone Tiles: Bringing the Great Outdoors Inside

There’s nothing better than getting back in touch with nature. After a summer packed full with camping holidays and al fresco dining, the thought of closing the door on the great outdoors is certainly less than appealing. With so much outstanding natural beauty around us, surely there must be a way of incorporating the natural world into the home? In today’s post, we’ll be bringing you the five need-to-knows on how to bring the outside in. From sourcing the natural stone found in Italian hot springs to upcycling old garden... Read More

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How To: Revitalise Leftover Wall Tiles

Whether you’re tiling a bathroom splashback or cladding the kitchen walls in tiles, there always seems to be several surplus tiles left over. While these spares will be ideal should you need to replace a damaged tile, too many unused tiles can end up gathering dust and wasting valuable storage space. In today’s post, we’re taking a look at how you can inject a creative touch into your home by revitalising leftover wall tiles – so decluttering doesn’t have to be such a challenge after all. Embellish old furniture with... Read More

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DIY SOS: Replacing Cracked Floor Tiles

Whether you’re a dab hand at DIY or a novice in the field, there are plenty of quick and easy household fixes that are perfectly doable at home. Why pay for a professional when you can do it yourself? The function of a busy kitchen or bathroom means practicality has to be high on the priority list, which is why opting for a low-maintenance tiled floors and walls is such an excellent idea. But it’s important to remember that accidents do happen in any home, even if a blemished or... Read More

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Get the Look: Rustic and Rural Kitchens

Country living is a way of life – and it’s certainly not exclusive to those out in the sticks. So whether you live in a converted barn or you’re based in suburbia, a rustic and rural theme is sure to suit any interior. Traditionally, the classic countryside aesthetic features an open, expansive kitchen – and maybe that’s why this design is so appealing. Whatever size or shape you’ve got to work with, creating that rustic charm is easy. Today, we’re taking a look at how you can inject some rustic... Read More

6 Must-Know Heating Hacks to Boost Your Home’s Efficiency

As the winter chill fully sets in, many of us have already whacked the heating up to stay toasty, but this comes at a price – bigger heating bills. To help you keep costs down, we’ve put together some must-know heating hacks that will contribute to boosting your home’s energy efficiency. While some of these tips will initially require a little investment and effort on your part, the long-term rewards of a snug home should be a worthwhile cause. 1. Keep a constant heat One of the best ways to... Read More