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,...
Are Wood Effect Tiles Better Than Real Wood Flooring?
Yes, wood-effect porcelain tiles are better than real wood flooring for bathrooms, kitchens, wet rooms and any room with underfloor heating: they’re waterproof (water absorption below 0.5%), scratch- and dent-resistant, and fully compatible with UFH, none of...
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...
Are Large Format Tiles Worth It? Pros, Cons & Real Costs
Yes, large format tiles are worth it for a luxury finish: with fewer grout lines they create a seamless, more spacious and easier-to-clean look, but they cost more in materials and installation, need a perfectly flat substrate and specialist fitting. For most premium...
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