The Top Four Benefits of Tiles for the Home

If you are in the midst of a DIY project to upgrade your kitchen or bathroom, at some stage one aspect to consider is what material you will have on the walls and floor. For the walls, there’s plenty of choice, like painted plaster or vinyl wallpaper, and for the floor you could opt for luxury vinyl or cork, for instance. But in fact, nothing matches the style and durability of both wall tiles and floor tiles. Here, we look at four reasons why tile should be your first choice.

Why Tiles Are So Popular With Surrey, Kent and Sussex Homeowners

1. Plenty of Choice

Visit a good tile showroom and you will find there is almost a bewildering choice available. Tiles come in a wide variety of sizes and the style options for kitchen and bathroom tiles is almost infinite! Whether you prefer a sleek, single block of colour on your walls or floor, or would like to liven things up with the latest designs in feature tiles, you’ll find there is a tile that appeals to you. There is also a range of materials to select from, such as natural stone, ceramic tiles, porcelain, terracotta and even slate or glass tiles. So there’s no limitation on the look that can be achieved in your home.

2. Durability

There’s no doubt that the enduring robustness of tiles is one of their best qualities, and nowhere is durability more important than in the bathroom or kitchen, where spills, moisture and condensation are rife. If you opt for a quality tile and have them installed and sealed well, they will last for many years to come, adding value to your daily life and your home in general.

3. Maintenance

During their long lifespan, they are easy to keep clean too. Choose a ceramic wall or floor tile, for instance, and you’ll find they are water repellent, so moisture over the longer term won’t affect their appearance or performance. And streaks, dirt and grime can be simply removed with a damp sponge. Just apply a sealant from time to time, and cleaning tiles is a cinch!

4. Affordable Over Their Lifetime

Because there’s such a huge selection available, there are tiles to suit every budget. Add in their durability and low maintenance, and it’s easy to see why kitchen and bathroom tiles are such good value for money. You won’t need to replace, refresh or update your wall or floor covering every few years, so your initial investment in tiles will pay off over their lifetime.

Easy to Install, Too!

As a final point, it’s actually not that difficult to lay tiles on floors or walls yourself, if you are a keen DIYer. There are plenty of instruction videos on the internet and so long as you take your time, you can end up with a professional looking job. Alternatively, if you’re in a hurry or doubt your abilities, you can always hire an expert tiler.

If you think tiles might be the right option for your kitchen or bathroom, why not take a look at what’s on offer at Barge Tiles in Lingfield? We have the best choice in the local area, including East Grinstead, Crawley, Tunbridge Wells and beyond.