Tile guides

Practical guides to buying and fitting tiles: which adhesive and grout to use, what to buy instead of 900x900, and how our next-day delivery works.

• Tile Adhesive Guide: Choosing the Right Adhesive for Porcelain & Ceramic

  We ship tiles, not adhesive — but the wrong adhesive is the single most common reason a good tile fails. This guide covers what to specify for every tile we sell, how much you need, and the mistakes that crack a floor within a season.

• Tile Grout Guide: Colour, Joint Width and Which Grout to Use Where

  Grout is the cheapest part of a tiling job and the part everyone notices. This guide covers joint widths for rectified porcelain, how grout colour changes the look of each tile family we stock, and when epoxy is worth the extra work.

• 900x900 Tiles: What to Buy Instead, and Why

  We do not stock 900x900mm — the size sits between two standard press formats. If you searched for it you almost certainly want a big square floor tile with few grout lines, so here is exactly what to buy instead.

• Next Day Tile Delivery in the UK

  We offer next-day delivery on in-stock tiles. Pick your delivery date at checkout — weekdays, from 2 working days ahead — and we'll deliver on the day you choose.

• How Many Tiles Do I Need? Coverage, Waste and Box Calculator Guide

  Tiles are sold in boxes, and each box covers a fixed area. Measure the room, add an allowance for cuts, then round up to whole boxes so every tile comes from the same batch.

• Porcelain vs Ceramic Tiles: Which Is Better for Your Home?

  Both are fired clay tiles. Porcelain is denser and absorbs less water, so it suits floors, wet rooms and outdoors. Ceramic is lighter and easier to cut, so it suits walls and light-use floors.

• Bathroom Floor Tiles: Slip Ratings, Sizes and What to Choose

  A bathroom floor needs grip when wet. Choose a matt or textured porcelain, check the slip rating on the product page, and use a smaller tile or more grout joints in shower areas.

• Tiles for Underfloor Heating: Which Tiles and Adhesive to Use

  Porcelain and ceramic tiles conduct heat well, so they suit underfloor heating. Use a flexible, heat-rated adhesive and switch the heating on gradually after the adhesive has cured.

• Outdoor and Patio Tiles: What to Look for in the UK

  Outdoor tiles must cope with rain, frost and foot traffic. Porcelain with a textured, anti-slip surface is the usual choice for UK patios and paths.

• Tile Layout Patterns: Straight, Brick Bond and Herringbone

  The pattern changes how a room feels and how many tiles you need. Straight lay is simplest, brick bond adds movement and herringbone is the most decorative.

• How to Clean and Care for Porcelain and Ceramic Tiles

  Glazed porcelain and ceramic tiles are easy to look after. Regular sweeping and a neutral cleaner are enough for most homes.

• Large Format Tiles: Sizes, Laying Tips and Where to Use Them

  Large format tiles mean fewer grout lines and a seamless look. They need a flat subfloor and the right adhesive.