Bathroom Tiles

Keeping bathroom tiles looking beautiful is mostly about gentle, regular care. For everyday cleaning, warm water and a mild pH neutral cleaner are your best friends. Use a soft cloth or sponge and avoid anything abrasive on more delicate tiles.

For grout, a soft brush and a specialist grout cleaner will help lift soap residue and limescale. A little insight from us is to dry wall tiles down after showers where possible. It makes a huge difference to preventing water marks and keeps everything looking fresher for longer.

If you have natural stone tiles, always use cleaners designed specifically for stone, as standard bathroom sprays can be too harsh and may damage the surface.

The cost to tile a bathroom in the UK can vary depending on the size of the room, the tiles you choose, and how detailed the installation is.

As a general guide, bathroom tiles typically range from around £25 to £80 per square metre, with handmade or statement tiles sitting at the higher end of that scale. Tiling labour costs often fall between £80 to £130 per square meter, and this can differ depending on the type of tile, as smaller tiles can take longer to install. For a full bathroom, many homeowners spend between £800 and £1,500 on tiling, including both materials and labour. However, this obviously depends on the size of the space, and wether you choose to tile both the floors and walls.

Remember, good preparation, waterproofing, and skilled installation are just as important as the tiles themselves. Investing here helps ensure your bathroom looks beautiful and lasts for years to come.

Yes, it is possible to tile over existing tiles in a bathroom, as long as the original tiles are secure, level, and in good condition. This can be a great option if you want to refresh your space without the mess and cost of removing old tiles.

That said, it is not always the best solution. Tiling over tiles will slightly reduce room space and can create issues around fixtures, edges, and floor levels if not handled properly. The existing tiles must be thoroughly cleaned and primed, and any loose or damaged tiles should be removed before starting.

Our designers usually recommend removing old tiles if there are signs of movement, damp issues, or uneven surfaces. When in doubt, it is always worth checking with a professional tiler before you commit.

The best tile colour for a bathroom depends on the feeling you want to create and how much natural light the space gets. White bathroom tiles remain a timeless favourite, thanks to their ability to reflect light and make bathrooms feel calm, clean, and more spacious. Soft whites, warm creams, and gentle stone tones are especially popular for smaller bathrooms.

If you are drawn to colour, green, blue, pink and terracotta bathroom tiles are beautiful choices that work brilliantly in bathrooms. Green tiles bring a grounded, spa like feel and pair effortlessly with natural materials such as wood and stone. Blue tiles feel fresh and calming, from soft powdery blues to deeper navy tones that create a striking, boutique hotel look. Pink tiles may feel bolder than more neutral choices, but they bring an effortless sense of glamour that works beautifully in bathrooms of any size.

A little designer insight from us is to think in layers. Pairing characterful feature tiles, such as green or blue bathroom tiles, with quieter floor tiles, or mixing subtle variations of white bathroom tiles, adds depth and helps the space feel considered rather than clinical.

Both porcelain and ceramic tiles work beautifully in bathrooms, but they serve slightly different purposes.

Porcelain tiles are denser and less porous, making them ideal for floors and high moisture areas. Ceramic tiles are lighter and often more decorative, which makes them perfect for walls, splash zones, and feature designs.

A designer trick we often suggest is using porcelain tiles underfoot for durability, and ceramic tiles on the walls to add softness, texture, and personality.