Choosing floor tiles is not just about colour, size or price. The surface matters too, especially in wet areas, busy areas and parts of the home where people walk in with wet feet, sandy shoes or muddy paws. In many Perth homes, non-slip tiles can make bathrooms, laundries, kitchens, entries, patios and pool surrounds feel…
Bathroom floors get wet in different ways. A powder room might only see the odd splash near the basin, while a family bathroom or shower floor deals with water, soap and bare feet more often. That is why choosing non-slip bathroom floor tiles should start with the bathroom zone, not just the colour. I see…
There’s something about terrazzo tiles that grabs people. Maybe it’s the colour. Maybe it’s the texture. Or maybe it’s just the fact that they look a bit different from the usual tile designs. Whatever it is, they’ve become one of the most asked-about tile styles in our showroom. If you’re drawn to terrazzo tiles for…
If you’ve scrolled Instagram or walked through a display home lately, you’ve probably noticed just how popular concrete tiles have become for modern Australian living. Whether you’re drawn to sleek, urban bathrooms or the bold look of an open-plan kitchen, concrete tiles are now a go-to choice for renovators, designers, and anyone chasing that polished,…
Most weeks at Ross’s, I watch the same thing play out. Someone walks in asking about flooring, convinced they want the timber look but unsure whether to go tiles or hybrid flooring. Once they understand what digital printing technology has done to timber-look tiles in the last five years, the decision usually gets a lot…
When you’re planning your next tiling project, knowing your tile edge types is one of the most important steps in getting the look you want. Whether you’re comparing a pressed edge tile to a rectified tile, the edge you choose will make a real difference—not just to the final style, but also to how the…
Choosing bathroom tile ideas is one of those decisions that looks straightforward until you’re actually standing in front of hundreds of options, second-guessing every choice. After decades in the business helping Perth homeowners spec their bathrooms, and having tiled several of my own properties over the years, I still think tile selection is where most…
As the manager at Ross’s Discount Home Centre, I hear the same question nearly every week: “Are stone-look tiles as good as natural stone?” It is a fair question, especially if you are planning a bathroom, outdoor area or full-home renovation. I recently helped a couple compare both options for their alfresco area. One loved…
Choosing between marble-look tiles and genuine marble is mostly a choice between practical consistency and natural stone character. Both can create a marble-style interior, but they differ in price, care, installation and how they respond to everyday use. A customer once brought a bathroom photo into our Guildford showroom and asked for the exact marble…
Choosing the right tile size is crucial to the success of any home renovation. It affects not only the look of your space but also how you perceive its size and how easy it is to maintain. Whether choosing tiles for a bathroom, kitchen, or outdoor area, the right tile size can completely transform the…
The question I get asked most often at Ross’s is some version of the same thing: “What should I put on the kitchen walls?” Not the floor, not the benchtop, but that 600mm strip of wall between the bench and the overhead cabinets, and occasionally the full wall behind the cooktop, they’re considering going all…
Choosing the right grout colour can make all the difference in your tile installation’s appearance and performance. Many homeowners face issues like mismatched tones, unsightly stains, or a design that doesn’t feel cohesive. If you’ve ever wondered why your tiles sometimes appear dull or how a simple change in grout could elevate your space, you’re in the…
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