Understanding the different types of tiles available makes it easier to choose the right option for your bathroom layout and usage requirements.
Bathroom wall tiles are selected for vertical applications such as general walls, splashbacks and shower walls. Ceramic, porcelain, subway and decorative tiles can all work, provided the individual product is specified for that surface. Tiles and grout form the visible finish; they do not replace the compliant waterproofing system required behind wet-area tiling.
Bathroom floor tiles need to suit foot traffic, cleaning and the level of water exposure in their location. Check the individual product’s intended use and any available slip-test information, particularly for shower floors and households with specific safety needs. Our range includes porcelain floor tiles in practical 300 × 300, 300 × 600 and 600 × 600 mm formats.
Feature and mosaic tiles add visual interest through texture, colour or pattern. Use a product suited to the intended surface for shower niches, feature walls or decorative borders, and check whether mosaics are sold by the tile or sheet before comparing prices.
Porcelain and ceramic tiles are common bathroom choices. Porcelain is generally denser and has lower water absorption, while ceramic can provide a practical, affordable wall finish. Neither material name proves suitability for every bathroom surface, so check the specification of the tile you plan to buy.
Choosing the Right Tile Size and Layout
Tile size changes the number of grout joints, the cut layout and the scale of the finished surface. Larger formats can create a calmer field with fewer grout lines, but they do not automatically make every small bathroom look bigger. Room dimensions, waste position, floor falls and required cuts all influence the right choice.
Smaller tiles, including mosaics and subway tiles, add texture and detail and can work well in niches or tighter layouts. A smaller format may also help an installer form falls around some shower wastes, provided the tile is suitable for that floor. Subway tiles remain a versatile wall option for classic and contemporary bathrooms.
Before ordering, ask your installer to review the room dimensions, floor waste, falls, starting points and likely cuts. Also consider how grout lines will meet the vanity, bath and shower screen so the selected format works with the actual bathroom rather than only the showroom display.
Tile Finishes and Performance
Tile finish affects appearance, reflected light, cleaning and floor performance. Gloss finishes can brighten a wall and create a polished look, while matte and textured surfaces provide a softer or more tactile finish. No finish description—including “matte”, “textured” or “grip”—proves that a tile is suitable for a wet floor.
For bathroom floors, check the individual tile’s stated application and any available slip-test information. Texture may feel grippier underfoot, but appearance and surface feel are not substitutes for tested performance. Our guide to non-slip bathroom floor tiles explains what to check for wet areas.
Durability also depends on the product, substrate, installation and maintenance. Porcelain is often chosen for bathroom floors because of its density and low water absorption, but the individual tile must still be specified for the intended surface. Choose by application first, then compare colour, finish and cleaning requirements.
Bathroom Tile Prices Perth
Bathroom tile prices in Perth vary by material, format, finish, design and the unit of sale. Standard floor and wall tiles are usually priced per square metre, while mosaics and decorative feature tiles may be sold per tile or per sheet. Compare the displayed rate, box coverage and total box price before ordering.
At Ross’s Discount Home Centre, standard bathroom tiles in the current online range start at around $35 per m², with many options between $35 and $65 per m². Feature and mosaic tiles commonly start from about $5 per tile or sheet and can reach approximately $80 depending on the product. Some decorative ranges, including encaustic-look tiles, are sold per square metre. Prices and availability change, so refer to the product grid for current figures.
Your complete tiling budget should also allow for installation, compliant waterproofing, surface preparation, adhesive, grout, trims, delivery and waste. Ask your installer to confirm the required quantity before you order; 10% extra is a common starting allowance, but patterns, cuts and room geometry may require more.
How to Plan Your Bathroom Tiling
Plan the wall, main floor, shower floor and any feature area as separate tile zones before comparing colours. You can combine floor and wall tiles for contrast, continue one suitable product across compatible surfaces or use a feature tile for a defined focal point. Our guide to bathroom colour schemes can help you coordinate tiles with paint, vanity finishes and tapware.
Tiles and grout are the visible finish, not the waterproofing system. Domestic wet areas require compliant waterproofing behind the tiles, and the substrate, membrane, falls and penetrations need to be addressed before tiling begins. Use appropriately qualified trades and review our guide on how to prepare a bathroom for tiling before work starts.
Bring your tile samples together with the vanity top, tapware finish, shower-screen frame and planned lighting before making the final purchase. Viewing the fixed finishes together can reveal undertone or texture clashes that are easy to miss when products are chosen separately.
Why Buy Bathroom Tiles from Ross’s Perth
Ross’s Discount Home Centre has helped Perth homeowners renovate for more than 50 years. We combine competitive bathroom tile prices with an extensive online range, a local Guildford showroom and practical product advice, making it easier to compare affordable tiles for both straightforward updates and complete bathroom renovations.
Our bathroom tile range includes wall, floor, porcelain, ceramic, mosaic, subway and feature options in popular colours and formats. Because Ross’s also supplies vanities, baths, tapware, shower screens and accessories, you can compare the fixed finishes together and coordinate more of your bathroom in one place.
Shop bathroom tiles online with current product and box pricing, or visit us at 57 James Street, Guildford, with your measurements and samples. Perth Metro tile orders can be delivered on pallets for the current flat fee shown on our delivery page. Confirm quantities, batch and shade, and review our tile-sale terms before anything is fixed.
Helpful Bathroom Tile Guides
If you’d like more advice before choosing your tiles, these resources may help:
These guides cover the detailed selection and installation questions that sit behind the products on this page, while the product grid above remains the place to compare current bathroom tile prices and buy.
