Floor tiles have always been a popular choice when renovating kitchens, bathrooms and hallways, due to their durability and practicality. Recently however, Topps Tiles, the UK’s leading supplier of tile and wood floorings, has noticed that customers are becoming more creative with their individual tiling projects, taking a keen interest in the growing trend for unique tile patterns and statement designs to complement their homes.
Trade professionals have noted an increase in demand for projects incorporating mosaic tiles in rich colours such as blue, white and red. Teamed with white or contrasting walls, this design offers a bold style statement in any room. Adding borders with mosaic tiles or patterned designs gives a sophisticated, Victorian look that can frame a feature piece, such as a bath or cooking area. Decorative tiles with a contemporary yet aged feel are also proving popular, with Topps Tiles registering uplift in sales of tiles with an encaustic effect design and matt finish, such as the new Francisco Segarra tile, stocked exclusively by Topps Tiles. This latest line encompasses traditional looks with a modern twist, inspired by vintage and industrial designs that help achieve a shabby chic feel.
Topps Tiles has also seen a growth in demand for coloured grout, including the recently-launched BAL Micromax2. Available in nine different colours, BAL Micromax2 helps to emphasise the shape and design of a tile to give a striking appearance and complement a statement look. Where grout was once considered for its practical finish and functionality, coloured alternatives are now being incorporated into tile designs at the planning stage.
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