How to Choose Bathroom Tiles

Choosing bathroom tiles often starts with looks — colour, texture, format — which is understandable, since it's a space you use every day. Still, before aesthetics, it's worth thinking through a few practical points.

For the floor, slip resistance matters, especially if you have children or older family members at home. Glossy, smooth tiles can look elegant, but on a wet floor they become a risk that's easy to avoid by choosing an appropriate texture instead.

Tile format affects how large or small the space feels — larger tiles with fewer grout lines visually widen a small bathroom, while a smaller format can better follow irregular shapes around a shower cabin or bathtub.

Finally, think about maintenance too — lighter grout and textured surfaces show dirt more easily. If you want a bathroom that stays looking tidy with minimal cleaning, it pays to choose materials more resistant to everyday moisture and limescale build-up.