Do you have to choose tiles for the bathroom , kitchen or entrance hall, and are you in need of inspiration for which tile size to choose? Tiles come in many different sizes, colors, shapes and patterns, and there is a sea of variants to choose from.
We therefore guide you to which tile sizes are available and give you tips on how to choose the right tile size to suit your particular room. Read on and find out which size tiles you should choose for your home.
If you want more tips for choosing tiles, you can also read more about how to choose the right bathroom tiles.
What need do you have?
When you have to choose tiles for the bathroom or the kitchen, It is important to consider what your needs are and what style you prefer. Are you mostly into tiles with patterns and details, such as terrazzo tiles or Moroccan tiles , or do you prefer simple tiles such as lava stone tiles or perhaps large floor tiles ? Whatever style you prefer, it is possible to find the type of tile that suits your preferences.
If you yourself have terrazzo tiles in your home, you may benefit from reading our post on cleaning terrazzo tiles .
Look at the size and shape of the room when choosing tiles
When choosing the right tile size, it is important to find out what suits the size and shape of the room.
Therefore, consider the following:
- Should the tiles lie on the floor or the walls?
- Should they lie on a large or small surface?
It is important that you give some thought to this, as it is of great importance to how the tiles will turn out – for example if you would like to avoid a particular cut of your tiles.
Large tiles create harmony in the room
There are several advantages to choosing large tiles – not only are they extremely beautiful to look at, they also help make the room appear larger. For that very reason, many people today choose larger and larger floor tiles for the bathroom and kitchen as well as the entrance hall.
Large-format tiles are also suitable as wall tiles , as they give a nice, harmonious look to the room.
Large tiles are easier to clean
In addition to being a modern and aesthetically beautiful choice, large tiles are also extremely practical and easy to clean. Large tiles have fewer joints, which makes it much easier to clean the tiles and keep them free of water that can form limescale residues. It can be a great advantage in shower areas and other environments where it is generally more humid.
Consult a mason before choosing large tiles
It may be a good idea to consult with a mason before you decide to lay large-format tiles in your bathroom, hallway or kitchen. You would also do well to read our guide to removing limescale from the tiles , so that you can always ensure beautiful and lime-free tiles.
Smaller tiles: Play with patterns and expressions
Smaller tiles are extremely attractive and decorative and allow you to create different patterns and expressions in the room. If you want to play with different expressions in your bathroom, hallway or kitchen, smaller tiles, such as lava stone tiles or decorative tiles such as Moroccan tiles or terrazzo tiles , are a good choice.
Don’t be intimidated by the joints
Are you afraid to choose smaller tiles because of the amount of joints? You can safely choose to lay smaller tiles – even if this means more joints and more thorough cleaning.
It is actually quite simple to clean the joints if you do it right. Read any our guide to how to easily clean the tiles in the bathroom.
Play with the lines
Many choose to lay their floor and wall tiles in straight lines to get a clean look, but especially in recent years it has become at least as popular to lay the tiles staggered or “continuously connected”, as it is called.
It is an obvious opportunity to play with the lines and create a personal expression in the room. In addition, it can be advantageous to lay the tiles in some kind of pattern, as it draws attention away from the joints. That way, they become part of the overall look.
Herringbone pattern is increasingly popular in bathrooms as well as in kitchens and hallways, where the beautiful pattern creates a modern and trendy look. If you dream of laying your tiles in a nice herringbone pattern, narrow tiles, such as lava stone tiles, are perfect for this.
Tips for choosing the right tile size
Not sure which size tile to choose? We have collected a number of tips here.
- Decide where your tiles will be – on the floor or on the wall? Or maybe both. This is an important step because it has a bearing on the type of tiles you should choose
- Is there a drain you need to take into account when laying the tiles? It is important to pay attention to this, as in this case a slope must be made on the floor.
- Measure where you are considering laying the tiles, so you get an idea of how big an area you have to deal with? That way you can get a feel for which size tiles you should choose.
- Assess what needs you have and what considerations must be taken – for example for cleaning. If you know, for example, that you have difficulty getting your tiles thoroughly cleaned, you may need to consider choosing a tile that is easy to maintain and that can withstand most cleaning agents.
- Decide what expression you want in the room – should it be simple and minimalist or do you want to create a personal space with tiles in different patterns?
Get advice and guidance on choosing a tile size at Focus Plus
If you need advice and guidance in connection with your choice of tile size, we are always ready to help you at Focus Plus.
You are welcome to contact us or stop by our showroom in Indre By in Copenhagen, where you can see our selection of tiles in different sizes and looks.
Find us at Nørre Farimagsgade 72, 1364 Copenhagen, where we are always ready with hot coffee on the pot and a good chat about your next kitchen or bathroom project.