When choosing their tiles, many people prioritise the look above all else. It makes sense – after all, tiles are one of the most defining features of a room
But whether you’re choosing marble tiles, limestone tiles, or even porcelain, it’s important to think about the material you’re working with before making a final choice.
In this article, we’ll be talking about how to choose the right tiles for a room without compromising on aesthetics. We’ll be covering bathrooms and kitchens, giving a clear checklist of everything you need to consider.
Choosing Your Kitchen Tiles
Aside from aesthetics, making the right decision on kitchen tiles usually comes down to one simple factor: how easy is it to clean?
Kitchens, perhaps unsurprisingly, often need more cleaning than any other room in the house and that’s particularly true when it comes to the floor. As such, sweeping and mopping needs to be a quick and easy job – something that takes ten minutes and not half an hour.
Your tiles can play a huge role in this. If you choose something heavily textured, then you’ll have more friction and resistance. Furthermore, dirt can get caught and build up in the grooves. On the other hand, if you choose something like a polished marble tile with a nice smooth surface, then cleaning will feel like a blessing by comparison.
Choosing Your Bathroom Tiles
Now, when it comes to the bathroom cleaning is also important but what you really need to think about is moisture. Between spills, drips, and steam, your bathroom floor needs to be fairly resistant, meaning you’ll want to pick the least porous tiles you can.
Now, all stone tiles are going to be somewhat porous so no matter what you pick, you will need to regularly reseal them – around once a year at a minimum. That said, some types of stone are more porous than others so you’ll want to make sure to do your research on this point before buying.
Finding The Perfect Compromise
But what can you do if your perfect tile is wrong for the room? Well, the wonderful thing about real stone tiles is the sheer amount of variation out there.
At Authentic Stone, we have such a wide selection to choose from that you won’t struggle to find a substitute that meets all of your needs.
For more information about the best selection of marble and limestone tiles on the market, contact us today by calling 01273 516 162 or emailing [email protected].
