Tile ideas

Choosing wall tiles can look simple at first. Pick a color, choose a pattern you like and work out how many boxes you need. But once you start looking at sizes, finishes, materials and layouts, the choice can become much harder. The right wall tile can make a small bathroom feel brighter, give a kitchen more character or turn an otherwise plain wall into the main feature of the room. The wrong combination can have the opposite effect. At Royale Stones, we find that the best choices usually come from looking at how a wall tile will work in the room , not just how it looks in a photograph. A glossy white tile, for example, may be ideal for reflecting light in a compact bathroom, while a textured or marble-effect tile may be better when you want the wall itself to become part of the design. This guide looks at the things worth considering before you choose, from tile size and finish to color, layout and the practical side of installation. Start With the Room, Not Just the Tile It is easy...

A vanity unit can do much more for a bathroom than simply give you somewhere to wash your hands. It can provide storage, add furniture to an otherwise plain space and help tie your tiles, basin, mirror and fittings together. But choosing one isn't just about finding a color or style you like. The unit needs to work with the space you have and with the way you actually use the bathroom. A beautiful vanity that leaves drawers hitting the toilet or provides nowhere to store everyday toiletries won't feel like a good choice for long. Whether you're updating a compact en-suite, fitting out a family bathroom or giving a larger bathroom a complete makeover, these are the details worth considering before you buy. Start With Your Bathroom, Not the Vanity It's tempting to start browsing vanity units as soon as you decide to renovate. Before doing that, take a look at the room itself. Where is the toilet? How far does the bathroom door open? Is there a radiator beside the basin? H...