Is Underfloor Heating Worth It Under Tiles?

Is Underfloor Heating Worth It Under Tiles?

Yes, underfloor heating is worth it under tiles. Tile has high thermal conductivity, making it one of the best-performing floor finishes for UFH — it warms up efficiently and distributes heat evenly across the room, typically running at 25–29°C. Electric (dry) systems...
What’s the Best Tile Size for a Small Bathroom?

What’s the Best Tile Size for a Small Bathroom?

The best tile size for a small bathroom is large-format — typically 600×600mm on the floor and 600×1200mm on the walls — laid with thin, tonal grout lines. This runs counter to the old “small room, small tiles” advice: fewer grout lines create a calmer,...
Do Porcelain Tiles Need Sealing?

Do Porcelain Tiles Need Sealing?

No, glazed porcelain tiles do not need sealing. With water absorption below 0.5%, glazed porcelain is effectively waterproof straight from the factory, so there is no porous surface for a sealant to protect. The nuances: unglazed or polished porcelain can benefit from...