

'Yes, you may only need two tiles to complete your project, but if you are after a modern, sleek look this is the best way of achieving a seamless finish in-keeping with the latest tile trends.' But that's not the case! The more grout lines you end up with the smaller your space will feel – the fewer grout lines the more illusion of extra space and seamless finish.' 'If you're looking for small bathroom tile ideas, you may think large format tiles are not for you. 'One of the most common design choices when tiling is opting for small tiles in small spaces,' says Kamila Chalfin.

Whilst these mean you have the freedom to create your perfect home, picking the wrong size can mean the difference between the success or failure of a project. Tiles come in a vast range of sizes, from 7.5 x 15cm metro bricks to large format 60 x 120cm tiles. If you have a few spares in your cellar or attic this will be very easy.'Īmanda Telford, Marketing Manager at CTD Tiles, agrees: 'Having spares to hand will cover you for any unexpected repairs or replacements needed in the future, avoiding the need to retile your whole room.' 3.

Remember, if you drop something heavy and crack a tile in a few years time, you may want to change just one tile rather than redoing the whole floor. 'Even if the style is still available, the batch will be different and may not match the shade exactly. Tiles are printed in batches and new styles are issued every year, so if you need an extra one in the future, the chances are you might struggle finding an exact match! Kamila Chalfin at Tile Giant says: 'Even if you have a whole box left, keep them somewhere safe rather than returning them to a store. Once you’ve finished a project, keep any spare tiles in case you need them in the future. Just as important as ensuring your order enough tiles, is saving spares.
