It’s the colour of clear skies and azure seas. But could blue tiles have deeper benefits besides their attractive looks? Psychologists seem to think so. Studies have observed that blue spaces promote calmness and serenity, as well as improving mental health. If...
It’s an age-old debate in interior design: does bigger mean better? With our Leviathan marble effect tiles range, at least, the answer is an emphatic “yes”. Measuring a whopping 1200x2400mm, these ultra-thin porcelain tiles offer show-stopping looks with practical benefits. This month...
Among the many joys of marble tiles is the sheer diversity of styles and textures available to designers. Pale, grey, dark, golden – the wonders of geology have gifted us with an extraordinary range of marble options. With such riches available to...
Limestone floor tiles are an enduringly popular choice for home and commercial spaces. But limestone effect porcelain may well be a better option for your next project. At Porcel-Thin, we offer the best of both worlds: robust, large-format porcelain tiles with an ultra-realistic limestone...
On the face of it, choosing the right tile surface for your next project should be simple. Most designers know roughly how they want their tiles to look and feel. The hard part is deciphering many of the bewildering terms used to describe different...
From the grandeur of pale Carrara to the rich sparkle of onyx, marble tiles can’t be beat on beauty. But real marble stone comes with plenty of drawbacks. Heavy? Check. Expensive? Check. High maintenance? Don’t even start… Mindful of these downsides, many designers...
Many renovation projects involve ripping out tiled floors and walls. This can be a cumbersome process – the noise, the dust, and the hassle of disposing the tiles are enough to put many off. The good news is that, with the right kind of...
Antibacterial surfaces in your home can be the first line of defence against germs. But what type of “anti-bac” surface does the job best? In this article, we take a look at the best options for countertops, walls and floors. Advances in technology...
Interior design for the home is undoubtedly a challenge. But rarely does it come with the pressure of designing interiors for commercial use. Not only are the clients often spending a lot, but they want maximum return on their outlay. Even more importantly, commercial...
It’s official: living room floor tiles are surging in popularity. Whereas carpets can stain, tear, and generally degrade over time, porcelain floor tiles offer a much more durable surface. With more and more clients asking us about living room floor tiles, we’ve decided to...
