4 tips for choosing the right kitchen tiles

Tiles carry a lot of visual weight in any space. Therefore, it is important to choose them well; It will be the presentation letter of your kitchen.

In this article we want to give you some ideas so that you take them into account when choosing the kitchen tiles. Currently, we find many options available on the market, for tiles. In addition, we can also purchase them online.

Given so much offer, it is important to take into account some aspects to acquire the most suitable tiles for our kitchen. Obviously, each of us has our own tastes, but even so, the criteria to take into account before purchasing the tiles are similar. Therefore, here are some tips for choosing kitchen tiles.

What is the style and size of your kitchen?

You must take into account what is the predominant style in your kitchen, so that the style of the tiles is adapted to it. As there is so much variety of tiles, it is not difficult for you to find some chords to that style. You should also look at furniture and appliances. If they are simple models, you can choose tiles that are more striking so that the final result will be balanced and harmonious.

On the other hand, you have to take into account the dimensions of the kitchen. For example, if it is very small, smaller tiles will be better. Without a doubt, these are the ones that give more play when decorating.

And if you have an open kitchen, also known as an Australian kitchen, we will have to think about the decorative style of the living room or dining room, to maintain visual continuity. 

What aesthetic do you want to achieve with them?

It is important to take into account what is the end result you have in mind. We are not only referring to style, but to the resulting texture or aesthetic. For this, you can take into account the possibility of tiles or embossed tiles. You can combine smooth tiles with relief ones, so that there is some more visual contrast and dynamism.

Also, you should think about whether you are going to sacrifice comfort for good aesthetics. By this we mean if you prefer a beautiful design over a practical design. For example, if the tiles are white or light-colored, you will probably need to clean them more often, as the dirt will be much more visible. Having a shiny floor always takes some time.

Finally, a practical end result is not the same as a decorative one. For this, it will help you more to place small tiles (those with patterns will look very good), which also need more time to be placed.

Take into account the quality of each material

It is important to think about the quality of the material, so that the tiles have the longest possible life. We do not have to get carried away by aesthetics alone, although obviously, it is also important. Prices will also influence this.

The marble tiles are beautiful; however, they are difficult to clean (not very chemical resistant) and scratch easily. On the other hand, hydraulic tiles are much more resistant, although they are also less elegant. Of course, if they are original, we must give them a waterproof layer, since, being porous, we must protect them from water, stains, etc.

We also find them in slate, terrazzo, ceramic, porcelain stoneware ... It is important that you know the advantages and disadvantages of each of these types.

Think how you want to place them

Although many times we see kitchens with the same type of tiles throughout the space, we can make very beautiful designs by combining them.

If you want to place them following a design or pattern, you must calculate well the dimensions of the space to be covered by each type of tiles, so that later there are not too many. It does not matter that they have different shapes or sizes, you just have to know how to fit them in the right way.

Additionally, you can play with the layouts and placement of the tiles to create certain visual effects. For example, to make the space appear longer, you can place them vertically.

If you want a more discreet result, you can place a border around the entire perimeter and leave all the remaining space covered by the same type of tiles. The important thing is creative and have good taste.

As you can see, to choose the kitchen tiles the most important thing is to take into account our budget, the space to be covered and the final aesthetic that we are looking for. The possible models and designs are very wide, so that will not be a problem. If you need more tips and assistance on choosing the type of tiles you want to install in your kitchen, contact us at Newcastle Tiling. 

When you get a quote from Newcastle Tiling you'll make certain that the quote will include the price and cost of the materials, and the installation cost. And there will be no any hidden charges or surprise expenses claims.