Floor Tiles

Ceramic Floor Tiles - Our ceramic floor tiles make a durable option as they are generally anti-slip and scratch resistant. They’re made with clay and sand components, so they’re an eco-friendly way to tile your home. We have various colours and sizes available in our ceramic floor tiles range,allowing you to achieve your aesthetic vision.

Porcelain Tiles - Like our ceramic tiles, our porcelain floor tiles are often scratch resistant due to their thickness. They are also less water absorbent, making them a fantastic choice for wet environments such as bathrooms, kitchens and laundry rooms, and they come in a variety of shoes, sizes and colours. 

Yes, you can paint your existing floor tiles and the paint can last a long time, providing that this is done correctly with the right paints and materials. It’s often a cheaper way to change the look and refresh your tiles without having to install new ones completely. Here’s some tips on how you can make the paint on your floor tiles last longer: 

Clean Your Tiles Thoroughly Before Starting 

Before beginning your tile-painting project, we recommend that you thoroughly clean your tiles by sweeping and vacuuming them.  Removing any dirt as much as possible will help prevent any build-up of dust, debris, oils and wax that can prevent the paint from drying properly. 

Feel free to check out our tile cleaning guide if you’re looking for some effective ways to make sure your tiles are completely clean. 

Lightly Sand The Tiles 

Before applying any paint or primer, we recommend that you lightly sand the tiles first. This creates a more textured surface where the paint can adhere to the tiles easily, as opposed to being completely smooth. 

Use Epoxy For Tiles / A Tile Specific Paint 

For best results, we suggest that you apply a tile-specific bonding primer before painting. You can then use either a tile paint or a two-part epoxy floor paint, depending on the room and the level of wear. It’s important to use the right epoxy or paint so they are able to withstand a lot of footfall and manage moisture in wet environments. 

Apply Multiple Coats 

Applying multiple thin coats can help produce a smoother finish, reduce brush marks and speed up the drying time. Allow each coat to dry before applying the next. 

Allow Enough Drying and Curing Time

Sometimes, tile paint can be a little deceiving. It may look like it’s completely dry even after a few hours, but it can actually take several days to fully cure. For this reason, we recommend that you avoid walking on the tiled area or exposing it to excessive moisture. Rushing this step can damage the finish before it has properly hardened.

Avoid Painting Damaged Tiles

If you notice during or before your tile installation process that there is some damage to your tiles, such as cracks or tile lippage, we recommend that you avoid painting them. This is because the paint is unlikely to last a long time on a damaged surface, leading to it cracking and chipping. In this case, it’s often best to replace the tiles fully for long-term quality.

Grouting floor tiles might seem a little bit daunting at first, especially if you’re a complete novice to tile installations. With our simple steps and helpful guides, you’ll have a beautiful tile installation in no time. 

Before we dive into the steps, understanding which grout and adhesive you need is really important. Our complete guide on grout  breaks down the differences between silicone, cement, sanded grout and much more: all to help you understand which one is best for your tile installation.

Step 1: Prepare The Surface 

Before applying adhesive, it’s important to ensure that the surface is clean and free from any dust and debris. These contaminants often prevent the adhesive from bonding properly, so it’s a good idea to make sure the surface is thoroughly clean. 

Step 2: Apply The Tile Adhesive 

Using a notched trowel, spread a thin even layer where the tiles will be laid over a small area at a time (around 2-3 square feet at a time). Working in small sections helps prevent the tile adhesive from drying quickly before tiles are laid. The notched trowel is designed to create grooves for the tiles to adhere effectively. 

Step 3: Lay The Tiles 

Press the tile firmly into place on the adhesive and use a slight twisting motion to fully bed it. Continue laying tiles one section at a time, following the adhesive manufacturer's recommended working time.

Step 4: Use Tile Spacers

Getting consistent grout joints is essential for creating a seamless tile project and avoiding any lippage. Insert the tile spacers between each tile, and position each spacer at each corner where four tiles meet to maintain even spacing throughout the installation. The spacer size you choose will determine the width of your grout lines and will also allow for slight movement, helping to reduce the risk of cracking over time.

Step 5: Clean Away Excess Adhesive

As you work, remove any excess adhesive from the face of the tiles and between the joints using a damp sponge or cloth. Cleaning as you go prevents the adhesive from hardening on the tile surface and makes the final clean-up much easier! 

Step 6: Allow The Adhesive To Fully Cure

Allow the adhesive to fully cure for the length of time that’s recommended on the manufacturer’s instructions. Avoid walking on the tiles, exposing them to moisture or applying pressure on them  before everything has fully set. 

Step 7: Apply The Grout 

After the adhesive has completely cured, you can grout the tiles. Apply the grout evenly using a rubber grout float, working it into all of the joints. Once the grout begins to firm up, wipe away the excess with a damp sponge before allowing it to cure fully.

We have a full guide on how to grout tiles and apply adhesive, where you’ll be able to refer to this throughout your tiling project if you get stuck or if you’re unsure how to prepare for it.