AIzaSyCx0PM-3N_RmbMTt2SRm-GX9AD-tAsfpC8 Skip to main content
Category

Trends

Timeless vs Trendy: Choosing the Perfect Kitchen Tiles for Your Home 3

Timeless vs Trendy: Choosing the Perfect Kitchen Tiles for Your Home

By General, Kitchen Tiles, Trends

The kitchen is often considered the heart of a home, and its design and aesthetics play a crucial role in creating a welcoming and functional space. When it comes to choosing the perfect tiles for your kitchen, you may find yourself torn between timeless options that withstand the test of time or trendy designs that add a contemporary flair. Considering the great impact the ceramic tiles can have on the look and feel of your home, you want to make sure you make a choice you’re happy with now and for the years to come.

In this blog, we will explore the benefits and considerations of both timeless and trendy kitchen tiles to help you make an informed decision that suits your personal style and stands the test of time. 

Timeless Kitchen Tiles

Regardless of whether you’re renovating your forever home or you’re looking to increase your property’s value to sell–the ceramic tiles you choose for your kitchen will make a great impact on the design and experience of your home. Whilst trends come and go, choosing timeless designs will allow you to make a reliable choice that you won’t regret as your style preferences as well as your lifestyle changes

Additionally, timeless tiles will allow for more flexibility for buyers that are inspecting your property. Choosing trending tiles could narrow your market and it could be the reason why a buyer makes (or doesn’t make) an offer. It’s important to note that trending tiles for selling a property is a risk that doesn’t always pay off

Explore our timeless kitchen tiles below to see if this is the correct decision for you. 

Minimalist tiles

Timeless kitchen tiles are characterised by their classic appeal and enduring beauty. Options like white subway tiles, natural stone, and neutral-coloured ceramic tiles exude elegance and sophistication, making them a safe choice that won’t go out of style. What’s essential for timeless tiles is upholding a minimalist design. These minimalist tiles provide a versatile backdrop that allows you to experiment with various design elements over the years without the need for a complete overhaul.

Choosing a minimalist style doesn’t mean minimal options–in fact, if anything, there’s more minimalist and timeless designs to choose from due to their long-standing impact. From classic white tiles, subtle stone-look tiles, large format tiles or subway tiles–you’ll be spoiled for choice when selecting your timeless kitchen tiles for your home.

When choosing timeless tiles you’ll want to steer away from bright colours or intricate designs. Instead, choose neutral colours such as whites, browns, greys or blacks. Although these minimalist colours might appear plain, once installed they’ll brighten the space, providing a versatile canvas for your kitchen.

For trusty and reliable kitchen tiles, we recommend choosing a classic non-resistant tile in a subtle shade such as: Peronda Ground Silver Polished (soft stone finish and anti-slip tile), Senzatempo Bianco (soft and light stone-look tile) or Slate White (rectified glazed ceramic in a classic white colour).

Timeless vs Trendy: Choosing the Perfect Kitchen Tiles for Your Home 4

Subway tiles

Installing subway tiles is a classic and beautiful way to elevate your kitchen. Install the subway tiles along the lower table, as a splashback behind the tap or, behind the stove–chat to your designer or consult with our team to find the most aesthetically pleasing option for your kitchen

Subway tiles is a traditional design that has been used since they emerged in the subway tunnels in New York City in 1904. Since their introduction to design, subway tiles have been repurposed to achieve different looks from traditional to modern to experimental. Depending on the tile colour and pattern you choose, subway tiles have the potential to match any theme.

For your timeless kitchen, choose subway tiles that are black, grey or white. These colours stand the test of time, offering a subtle sophistication that won’t go unnoticed. Some options include: Raku Nero Lava (high gloss, black, porcelain tiles), Gloss White Bevell (beveled edge, gloss, white, porcelain tiles) and Gloss Grey (classic gloss grey tiles). Explore our full range of subway tiles here.

Trendy Kitchen Tiles

Trendy kitchen tiles offer great fun to the interior design of your kitchen. Choosing trendy kitchen tiles is a great opportunity to express your unique style and showcase your personality in your home. Whether you enjoy bright and colourful, experimental and edgy or modern and captivating–there’s such a wide range of kitchen tiles to choose from, you’ll be able to find kitchen tiles that accurately capture your vision.

Timeless vs Trendy: Choosing the Perfect Kitchen Tiles for Your Home 5

Mosaic tiles

Mosaic tiles are an eye-capturing way to showcase your unique style in your kitchen. With their intricate patterns and diverse colour combinations, mosaic tiles have the ability to transform a kitchen into a captivating work of art. Whether used as a backsplash or a focal point on the floor, mosaic tiles bring a sense of individuality and character to the room

Mosaic tiles can vary considerably from one design to another. You can keep it minimalistic with just white or black, experiment with white and black, embrace different colour combinations or opt for an unexpected shape. The small, intricately placed pieces come together to form a cohesive design that can range from traditional and geometric to whimsical and contemporary.

To begin exploring mosaic tiles and to define your style preferences, take a look at our selection: Scales Black Gloss Fan Mosaic (Spanish half circles available in gloss finish, white, light grey and black), Crystal Green Stack Bond Gloss Mosaic (vibrant green stack tiles for splashbacks), Diamond White Gloss Mosaic (diamond shaped white and grey gloss tiles).

Bright and bold tiles

Colour has a profound psychological impact on design, influencing our emotions, perceptions, and overall experience of a space. Different colours evoke specific psychological responses, and understanding their effects is crucial when creating a desired ambiance. Considering ceramic tiles take up a large portion of the room, the colour you choose will play an important part in dictating the feeling experienced in the space. Here’s where choosing bright and bold colours offer a lot of fun in design, embracing lighthearted emotions to complete an eye-grabbing and charming interior.

Bold and bright ceramic tiles can be a game-changer when it comes to kitchen design, offering vibrancy, energy, and a sense of playfulness into the space. Keep in mind the emotion attached to the colour you choose in order to achieve your ideal look and feel. For example, shades of red are associated with passion and energy, blue is known for calming and yellow is associated with happiness and joy

Playing with coloured ceramic tiles is a great way to elevate a simple space into a design wonderment. If you’re looking to add a splash of colour to your kitchen, browse our wide selection of ceramic tiles. From Raku Blu Oriente (high gloss, porcelain, subway tiles) or Solid Pink Glossy (just like it sounds–solid, pink and glossy ceramic tiles)–the option is yours at Ceramic Tile Supplies!

Decorative tiles

Nothing draws your attention quite like decorative tiles. Made famous by Spain with famous landmarks such as The Alhambra, Park Güell, Casa Batlló and not to mention the entire Seville city in Spain which is known as the city of ceramic tiles! Today, interior designers and homeowners alike embrace the allure of decorative tiles to create stunning, visually captivating spaces that pay homage to the vibrant heritage of Spain.

Whether you’re looking for a fun and quirky design or a sophisticated modern look, decorative tiles vary considerably to match your vision and deliver that ‘wow-factor.’ Decorative tiles can be used to create stunning backsplashes, accent walls, and of course for flooring options too, instantly transforming the kitchen into a visually captivating and inviting area

Decorative tiles provide an opportunity to experiment with different styles, textures, and colour combinations, allowing for a truly customised and unforgettable kitchen design. If this is the vision that you’re seeking to achieve in your kitchen, we would recommend browsing our selection of decorative tiles. Styles vary from Spoon Blanc (white, patterned and embossed tiles), Ciment Floral (heritage inspired glazed porcelain tiles), Self More Decor 16 (13th century inspired matt finished glazed porcelain tiles) and many more!

Timeless vs Trendy: Choosing the Perfect Kitchen Tiles for Your Home 6

Where to find timeless and trendy titles in Perth

Choosing your ceramic tiles for your kitchen is no easy decision. Whether you’re choosing timeless ceramic tiles or trendy ceramic tiles, either option holds countless options that offer a different look and feel to your interior. Before purchasing your ceramic tiles, we recommend always inspecting the tiles in person. Although browsing online gives you good insight into what style you might prefer, seeing the tiles in person is a different experience. Luckily, we offer our complete range of kitchen ceramic tiles at our showrooms in Wangara and Myaree. We encourage all to visit our showroom, talk with our friendly staff and find the timeless or trendy tiles that will complete your dream kitchen. 

View our Kitchen Tiles

Summer Tiles Collection 2023: Best Outdoor Tiles & Swimming Pool Tiles 15

Summer Tiles Collection 2023: Best Outdoor Tiles & Swimming Pool Tiles

By Outdoor Tiles, Tile Selection, Trends

This Year’s Top Outdoor Tile Choices

Comfortable and stylish outdoor living spaces are essential for the Australian home. Australia – Western Australia especially – is blessed with glorious sunny weather for most of the year. Because of such, many Australian homeowners use the outdoor area as the main space to entertain, enjoy their meals or watch sports. There’s just something incredibly relaxing about sitting on the patio, soaking up the sun and taking in those sunny afternoons.

If you’re looking to improve your outdoor area, the best place to start is with the flooring. The tiles you choose to fill a room completely changes the aesthetics of the interior. Wood, timber and organic colours will create a natural, earthy and warm aesthetic. Black, white or neutral tiles will make your space modern and chic. There are lots of different styles and textures to choose from, it can quickly become overwhelming! Not to worry, we’re here to help.

In this blog, we walk you through our summer tiles collection for 2023 and share with you the best outdoor tiles and swimming pool tiles to give your outdoor space the ‘wow’ factor you’ve been looking for. Let’s begin!

Best Outdoor Tiles For 2023

Tiles are versatile and practical materials, allowing you to install impressive designs not only within the interior of your home but also the exterior! Choosing high-quality outdoor tiles truly adds another level of sophistication to your outdoor space. Find the colour and material that suits your aesthetic, and watch as the outdoor area comes to life, one tile at a time.

Artistic Statements

Interior (and exterior) design is seeing a great focus on creative expression, resulting in more experimental artistic designs throughout spaces. Vibrant colours, unique patterns and colour-blocking are some of the tile trends that are flourishing in 2023.

Experimental designs have really been made possible with high-definition Inkjet technology. Inkjet technology allows for any print, pattern or design to be printed onto the ceramic tile. These patterns can vary from replicating organic materials (like wood and stone) to experimenting more with patterns and brush strokes.

Inkjet technology offers a wide variety of impressive and stylish options for your ceramic tiles. To find the unique design for your project, chat with our team at Ceramic Tile Supplies.

Summer Tiles Collection 2023: Best Outdoor Tiles & Swimming Pool Tiles 16
Trending Floor Tiles 2023

Nature Inspired

As outdoor spaces are surrounded by nature from the home’s garden, pool, sunlight and sky, nature-inspired tiles compliment these natural elements with gorgeous replications of wood, stone, sand or earth elements. These organic designs are an easy way to add impressive beauty to any area and instantly ‘wow’ guests as they walk out to the outdoor space.

There’s a great variety of nature-inspired tiles to choose from too. Styles vary from patterned tiles that mimic the detailing seen in granite, stone-look tiles that replicate impressive rock surfaces as well as other textured designs such as Epika Shell and Mystone Sand.

Timber-look tiles are one of the most popular flooring options for outdoor settings. Offering warmth and charm to an outdoor space whilst also being durable, slip-resistant and low maintenance—it’s no wonder why timber-look tiles are so sought after! Whilst real timber tiles are costly and require more maintenance, timber-look tiles are almost identical in appearance and more affordable too!

International Influences

As travel is being re-introduced into the lives of Australians from the lingering effects of COVID, interest in the international is being reflected in design. Whether it’s European terracotta colours, Spain-inspired patterned tiles or Mexican ceramic pieces—we’re bringing our favourite holiday destinations to our home.

To recreate your favourite holiday destination, install decorative tiles into your outdoor space. Decorative tiles are wildly varying, from solid pink and glossy, to bold yet timeless floral designs, to textured white patterns—there’s the option to recreate just about any and every destination.

Complete the outdoor area with matching accessories, furniture and greenery to recreate the pocket of paradise you have in mind.

Ceramic Tile Flooring. Dark Grey Pattern.
tiles-wangara-showroom

The Bigger, The Better

Large-format tiles are increasing in demand, with the large porcelain tiles adding a modern grandeur to outdoor spaces. Sophisticated, classy and striking—these larger tiles are eye-grabbing for outdoor areas and require minimal accessories to fill the room. You will only need a few pieces of furniture and/or plants to complete your outdoor space.

Choose between a variety of sizes ranging from: 500mm x 1000mm, 1000mm x 1000mm, 1000mm x 3000mm and 1440x3200mm, depending on your preferences. Large format tiles do require a bit more expertise to set up, we recommend contacting an experienced tile installer to ensure that the job is done appropriately.

Best Swimming Pool Tiles For 2023

If you’re lucky enough to have a swimming pool in your backyard, you will want to make sure you invest in high-quality and eye-grabbing swimming tiles to do your pool area justice. Consider what tiles you will require for inside the swimming pool as well as around the pool area. Every tile decision you make works together to create a harmonious aesthetic.

Please note, not all tiles can be installed into a swimming pool, they must be low absorption with Polyurethane reactive pre-mounted support that holds each tile in its place. Here at Ceramic Tile Supplies, all of our swimming pool tiles fulfil requirements.

Blue Mosaics

Blue Mosaics are undoubtedly the most popular choice for swimming pool tiles in Perth. With a wide variety of shades to choose from, the rich blue mosaic shines through the water of your swimming pool, adding a subtle richness that’s reminiscent of the ocean.

Blue Mosaics are visually and practically fantastic. Both out of the water on raised walls and on the pool floor, the blue mosaic is captivating and classy. Blue Mosaics are perfect for outdoor spaces where the swimming pool is the centrepiece of the area, adding depth to your outdoor space.

Blue Mosaics Pool Tiles
kitchen floors

Black And White

Another mosaic option is choosing a black and/or white colour scheme. If you already have a colourful and attractive outdoor area, you might want to consider a minimalist tile for the swimming pool in either black or white.

Although black and white mosaics are quieter than blue mosaics, the simple colours can add an element of sophistication that really completes your outdoor area. If you have chosen a creative and experimental outdoor design, choosing black or white works as a tasteful finishing touch.

Complete your outdoor area with Ceramic Tile Supplies

With the summer months finally here, it’s time to get the perfect outdoor space in order to enjoy the sunshine and warm weather!

We hope you found our blog post on the best outdoor tiles and swimming pool tiles useful! If you’re looking for anything else to enhance your outdoor space, don’t forget to check out our wide range of outdoor tiles and swimming pool tiles. No matter your requirements or style preferences, we have a tile to match.

Unsure where to start? Get in contact with our team today. We look forward to bringing your dream outdoor space to life.

View our floor tiles

Trending Floor Tiles 2023 - Colours, Materials & Styles 25

Trending Floor Tiles 2023 – Colours, Materials & Styles

By DIY, Tile Selection, Trends

As we approach the end of 2022, we look towards next year and the trending floor tiles for 2023. If you’re wanting to stay ahead of interior design, you’ll want to read through this blog. Here, we unpack the colours, materials and styles you’ll want to consider if you’re looking to complete your home with the latest and most fashionable floor tile trends. Whether it be for a kitchen, outdoor space, living room or bathroom—there are trending floor tiles that will make your 2023 home perfect.

Trends To Keep An Eye On In 2023

From rich and sensory blues, to nurturing yellows and browns—2023 is going to be a year of calming, playful and eye-catching colours and designs that are here to make a statement. 

Concrete Look Tile_Unicom Venice_ceramic tile supplies

Interior Design – What’s New

Dulux have announced Olive Sprig as their most popular colour for 2022. This relaxed and pleasant green that teeters on the edge of neutral, emulates the feeling of soothing aloe vera or a fragrant plant.” Painted throughout lounge rooms, kitchens and entryways, Olive Sprig is versatile, opens up a room and pairs perfectly with wood tones. The perfect palette to embrace the tranquil colours of nature whilst maintaining sophistication. 

With many spending more time at home, the need to create a comfortable and aesthetic sanctuary has been prioritised. This has seen more play with colour and brighter choices to fill spaces with optimism, peace and livelines. As we enter 2023, we can expect to see more colour as well as more experimentation with styling. 

2023 will continue to see emotive palettes inspired by the need to relax, retreat and connect with nature. Oceanic blues complimented by weathered pastels, warm earthy tones of yellows and oranges and nostalgic colour block mixes that will surprise and delight the senses.

Floor Tile Styles & Colours

As interior designers play with colour throughout the home, floor tiles are either edgy and experimental or neutral and complimentary. Depending on the colours you choose for the room, will determine the flooring that will best match. 

For rooms in your home that showcase blue hues, there’s great versatility in floor tile selection. Light sky grey blues match light wood flooring as well as cream or white ceramic tiles for a bright and airy aesthetic. Rich ocean tones match timber wood floor tiles, dark grey concrete look tiles as well as experimental stone look tiles for an edgy modern style. 

Interiors that highlight earthy tones of yellows and oranges are harmonised with the installation of timber look tiles or stone floor tiles. Both styles continue to nod to that gorgeous 1920s spanish-style aesthetic that these warm tones embrace. Consider colours of grey, brown and sand for your stone look floor tiles to complete the narrative.

An unexpected arrival for interior design in 2023 is the use of nostalgic colour blocking across households. For flooring, this means choosing styles and colours that will compliment all the colours of the rainbow. If your walls are painted with bright and daring colours, consider choosing white and bare ceramic tiles. 

Stone Tile Ceramic Tile

What To Expect In 2023

Every year, new trends and styles come in and out of fashion. Impacted by the evolving needs of individuals, home design is a reflection on our lifestyle, requirements and style preferences.

Timber Wooden Tile

2020: The Year That Changed Design

One of the most monumental changes in recent years was the world’s experience of Covid. It’s no surprise that Covid has changed our attitude and relationship with our home. With many people having to undergo extended periods of quarantine and/or moving their workplace to their home, the environment of home needed to become more functional, comfortable and adaptable. 

As people spent more time at home, more time was invested in the design of the interior to meet the needs of their new lifestyle. This has seen an increase in natural and earthy colours, lots (and lots) of plants, open spaces and cosy furniture which Architecture Digest has described as, “in a word: soothing.” 

2023: Colourful And Energetic

As we have adapted to a world with Covid, there’s a newfound optimism that is bringing more colour and experimentation into design. Gone are the days of minimalist white walls, white ceramic tiles and empty spaces. Instead, spaces with depth and dimension are on the rise. And, we couldn’t be more excited. 

Colourful And Energetic Bathroom Tile

Complete Your Home With Ceramic Tiles

If you’re looking to renovate your home to meet this exciting new age, speak with our team at Ceramic Tile Supplies. Our team are experts in design, ensuring you find the perfect ceramic tiles to meet the interior design of your home. Regardless of whether you’re choosing an earthy green theme or vibrant sunset tones—we’ve got the perfect ceramic tiles to match. Contact our team today.

View our floor tiles

Rectified VS. Non-Rectified Tiles 34

Rectified VS. Non-Rectified Tiles

By General, Commercial Tiles, Tile Installation, Trends

Decisions, decisions…

When choosing ceramic or porcelain tiles, one of the first decisions you’ll need to make is whether you prefer rectified or non-rectified tiles. If you’re unfamiliar with the meaning of “rectified” and “non-rectified” let us fill you in.

Rectified tiles have a perpendicular cut and polished edges. They are often cut down from larger tiles by the manufacturer, this allows the tile edges to fit symmetrically, tightly and cleanly together creating an aesthetic uniformity and means you won’t see any grout between the tiles. Grout lines are extremely fine around 3mm or less and often disappear when looking at the space. The floor will look like one large tiled space rather than seeing breaks between the tiles. 

Non-rectified tiles, also known as molded tiles or pressed tiles are pressed into a standard sized mold and therefore reflect the curved edges of the mold once fired. Due to this, more grout is visible between the tiles, offering a more obvious break between each tile. This will mean the non-rectified tiles show more grout in their installation but can be useful when used on uneven surfaces as the curve disguises the movement underneath.

Rectified VS. Non-Rectified Tiles 35

Are rectified tiles better?

To put it simply, one option isn’t necessarily better than the other, it comes down to your personal preference. Whilst rectified tiles can look more modern with their clean refined and polished aesthetic, non-rectified tiles offer charm, creativity and difference. For example, concrete look tiles deliver an exceptional aesthetic with a thinner grout line whereas our range of subway tiles use the grout lines to create patterns, offering a classic charm to the room. 


Browse our range of rectified and non-rectified tiles to find out which one you prefer.

Installing rectified tiles

When it comes to installing tiles, it’s always best to contact a professional tile installer. Rectified and non-rectified tiles require different installation processes therefore it’s important to ensure the installer is informed on the style you’re choosing and has the knowledge to achieve what you’re striving for. There’s nothing worse than investing in high quality tiles only for them to be neglected during the installation.

Rectified VS. Non-Rectified Tiles 36
Rectified VS. Non-Rectified Tiles 37

Need assistance?

If you’re still unsure of the difference between rectified and non-rectified tiles, we’re here to help. Contact our team today with any questions you may have regarding rectified tiles or tiling in general! Our goal is to make the tile selection process as easy as possible.

View our range of tiles

  • Veneto Linktec Sandy Beach Mix 25x25mm

  • Roma Silver Grey Matt New

  • Veneto Linktec Torquoise Mix 25x25mm

  • Veneto Linktec Steam White 50x50mm Glass Mosaic 501

  • Palladio Linktec Cloud Mix 25x25mm Glass Mosaic

  • Palladio Linktec Sky Blue Mix 25x25mm Glass Mosaic

  • Trend PLUS 245 20x20mm

  • Traver-Cave White

builder

Builder’s Guide To Home Tile Selection

By General, Architects & Builders, Commercial Tiles, Timber Look Tiles, Trends

Builder’s Guide To Selecting The Best Tiles For Your Home

Welcome to Ceramic Tile Supplies’ guide to selecting home tiles for your upcoming building project. Here, we’ve comprised important information and frequently asked questions to help you along your home tile selection process. Explore our blog here and if you have further questions, our contact information is below.

building

“Do we need to make an appointment?”

Ceramic Tiles Supplies welcomes appointments and walk-ins. Keep in mind our opening hours and make sure you arrive at our showroom with enough time to explore our offerings. Saturdays are usually our busiest day, if you’re looking to speak with a professional we recommend booking in an appointment. 

Opening hours:

Wangara Showroom

8.30am – 5pm (Monday – Friday)

9am – 1pm (Saturday)

Myaree Showroom 

9.30am – 4:30pm (Monday – Friday)

9am – 1pm (Saturday)

*Our opening hours differ only slightly. Please take note of each location’s hours to ensure you arrive at the correct time. Note: we’re not open on Sundays.

“Will you help us in the selection process?” 

Absolutely. 

We’re here to make the selection process as easy as possible. Our team are experts in tile selection for various interiors and purposes. Whether it’s for swimming pools, kitchen splash backs, bathroom tiles or other residential building areas, restaurants, wash rooms, schools or other commercial purposes – we will help you find a solution at an affordable price. 

Regardless of your previous experience with tile selections, our expert team can guide you through the process.

“How much time is needed to select tiles?”

It will depend on the size of your project however, we recommend reserving at least 1 hour for the selection process. You will find that there are a wide variety of options to choose from and it’s best to consider each option to ensure you’re making the best decision. Our team will provide you with numerous options at different price points. This way, you’ll be able to pick a solution that fits perfectly with your requirements.

client meeting
builder

“Which tiles should we select?” 

This will depend on your specific project. However, here are some questions you will want to consider:

Coverage – will you require just a floor tile or will wall tiles, splashbacks and skirting tiles also need to be selected? What size has been allowed for in what areas?

Location – what rooms are you seeking the tiles to cover? Will you need the living area, dining room, bedroom, bathrooms, laundry or even the entire house, including outdoor areas?

Tile Types – what is the allowed for price, this is usually a per m2 price indicated towards a particular size range of tiles? Along with this is the tile allowance rectified or non-rectified? Porcelain or ceramic? Read about Rectified Tiles here.

Pool tiles – are you building a pool and seeking pool tiles? Will you be needing the whole pool tiled or just the pool waterline tiles? Have mosaics or porcelains been allowed for and for what price per m2?

Outdoor/porch area – will you be building an outdoor area that will be in need of tiles? Do you want this to match the main floor? Is there enough sub structure to support standard tiles or will you need to allow for enough time to order in non-slip or 20mm thick tiles?

“What do I need to bring to tile selection?”

Try and narrow down what style you are looking for even just down to what colours you are working with before you come. If you need some inspiration see the latest 2022 trends here.

If you have access to any house plans we encourage you to bring them to your tile selection. This will allow us to have a better understanding of sizing and design requirements that are best interpreted through the housing plans. More information the better! Our goal is to help you build your dream home, one tile at a time!

If you’re running short on time, not to worry. We can make a start and pick it up another day or work through your selections via Email or Text. Just keep in mind it is always 100% best to view your tile first hand so you can ensure the correct colour and look.

“Where are the Ceramic Tile Supplies showrooms?” 

Ceramic Tile Supplies have two showroom locations in Perth.

Our Myaree showroom is located at:

Unit 1, 70 Norma Road, Myaree, WA 6154

Our Wangara showroom and warehouse is located at:

17 Buckingham Drive, Wangara, WA 6065

Find your nearest showroom for your next visit.

“What happens if we change our mind?” 

Does your selection keep you up at night? Although our professional team will endeavour to have your selection wrapped up by the time you leave most builders allow One change to their clients selections. This is to stop errors that can occur from the more changes that are made.

“Where can I obtain more information?”

Discover more information via our website, in our blog or, give us a call! If you’ve got a question, we’re always happy to answer any and every query that pops up.

choosing tiles

View our range of tiles

  • Veneto Linktec Sandy Beach Mix 25x25mm

  • Roma Silver Grey Matt New

  • Veneto Linktec Torquoise Mix 25x25mm

  • Veneto Linktec Steam White 50x50mm Glass Mosaic 501

  • Palladio Linktec Cloud Mix 25x25mm Glass Mosaic

  • Palladio Linktec Sky Blue Mix 25x25mm Glass Mosaic

  • Trend PLUS 245 20x20mm

  • Traver-Cave White

Home trends

2022 Tile Trends To Keep An Eye On

By General, Architects & Builders, Commercial Tiles, Timber Look Tiles, Trends

With a new year comes new trends!

Here, we unpack the hottest and most innovative tile trends that will be leading interior design in 2022. 

Across Western Australia, home renovations are booming with a dramatic increase seen in 2021 due to government incentives coupled with more time spent at home. When you’re spending more time at home, it makes sense you want to invest more into your living arrangements. In fact, if you’re reading this blog it’s quite likely you’re one of the many Australians looking to update their kitchen, bathroom, dining area… or all of the above! As CommSec revealed, renovation loans saw an impressive increase of 7.4% mid this year, the biggest increase seen in 19 years. Now this is an increase we would like to be a part of!

When you’re designing your home, it’s important to keep a close eye out on tile trends. Unlike most trends that come and go as quick as it takes to get the materials delivered, tile trends are everlasting. You truly can’t go wrong with any style of tiles in your home. When you choose high quality tiles that are professionally installed, tiles add sophistication and class to any room. 

We’ve collaborated with our design team to collect data on the tile trends that are going to take the forefront in 2022. Have a read, and pick out your favourites.

barn home

Farmhouse… with a twist

Imagine this – timber floors, white marble features, big open windows and apple pie fresh out of the oven. Farm house aesthetics continue to improve and impress with each year,  delivering a wholesomeness that touches on nostalgia and homeliness. Scandinavian design has had great influence on farmhouse interiors, holding onto these sentimental components of traditional farmhouse whilst adding a contemporary twist with white marble, subtle splashes of colour and nuanced centrepieces.  

Choosing tiles to achieve a Scandinavian farmhouse appearance is an exciting and stunning process. Ceramic Tile Supplies would recommend Rhombus White Gloss for a contemporary farmhouse bathroom, Gloss Grey for your kitchen splashback or our gorgeous Two Tone Solid Mint Glossy for a subtle splash of colour that is guaranteed to turn heads.

Complete the look with plenty of green plants, timber furniture pieces and brown and grey fabrics (towels, pillows, blankets).

Industrial modernity

Funky, rule breaking and texturised – although industrial design nods to vintage warehouses, modern industrial interiors embody style, opulence and confidence. Think: distressed wood and  brick features contrasted with luxe ceramic or marble tiles. Entering a modern industrial space instantly impresses with its capturing features.   

To accomplish the refined elegance industrial design provokes, it’s crucial to balance those old and edgy elements with new and refined materials. You want to take advantage of raw materials, choosing an open brick wall feature, a cowhide rug and aged steel lighting paired with the best floor and wall tiles to compliment. 

Choosing your tiles, we would encourage you to experiment with shades. Our Melt Oxide or Shade D Impressions perfectly tie together an industrial space with an exciting difference. Alternatively, choose our Homestone Charcoal or Homestone Ivory to add a minimalist concrete feel to your kitchen, bathroom and home. 

Complete your industrial spaces with rustic pipe shelving, warm coloured blankets and towels and vintage pickups from your local antique store.

2022 Tile Trends To Keep An Eye On 54
Coastal aesthetic

Coastal retreat

In Australia, we love our beaches. Even if you don’t enjoy swimming, there’s something about the warm sand and spending time at the beach that calms and excites! It’s no surprise then that beachy coastal aesthetics are making major waves in Perth homes. 

Coastal retreat aesthetics often incorporate cane, wicker and rattan furniture and highlight colours of beige, sand, white and cream. Walking into the home, it feels fresh, light and simple yet, with personal touches that add an important element of warmth. 

Tile trends for coastal retreats hold a crucial place in home design. This is most notable for kitchens, where the tile floors and the tile backsplash stand as pieces of artwork to the overall open plan. To maintain the light freshness felt throughout the house, white or beige styled tiles complete your coastal kitchen. 

Floors tiles we would recommend are our Shoreline Bianco and Dekton Natural. These styles add sophistication with a touch of that laid back beachy vibe that is at the heart of all coastal home interiors. 

For kitchen splashbacks, there’s a great selection of style options to choose from. Experiment with subway tiles with our Carra Honed Herringbone Mosaic or keep it classic with our White Mosaic. There’s the option for creativity here by tying in the colours of your home with the splash back. To maintain the coastal retreat look, you want to keep colour minimal and thoughtful.  

Pair your tiles with rattan furniture, white marble kitchen bench and a brass sink and tap. Wow your guests with your coastal retreat interior.

Contact a specialist

Choosing your tiles is an important decision to build the aesthetic of your home. If you’re unsure which styles to choose, speak to our team of tile specialists. Our team hold immense knowledge on both the practicality and design of tiles. If you’re looking to complete a specific style for your home, our team are here to help

We look forward to creating your dream home.

View our range of tiles

  • Veneto Linktec Sandy Beach Mix 25x25mm

  • Roma Silver Grey Matt New

  • Veneto Linktec Torquoise Mix 25x25mm

  • Veneto Linktec Steam White 50x50mm Glass Mosaic 501

  • Palladio Linktec Cloud Mix 25x25mm Glass Mosaic

  • Palladio Linktec Sky Blue Mix 25x25mm Glass Mosaic

  • Trend PLUS 245 20x20mm

  • Traver-Cave White

Tile Trends: Subway Tiles 63

Tile Trends: Subway Tiles

By General, Architects & Builders, Bathroom Tiles, DIY, Kitchen Tiles, Subway Tiles, Trends

If you’re currently renovating your Perth kitchen, redesigning your bathroom or, you’re simply a lover of interior design – you would have stumbled across subway tiles. Subway tiles are growing in popularity, and taking platforms such as Pinterest and Instagram by storm. Once you discover the sheer class and sophistication of subway tiles, you can understand why they’re becoming a must-have for every Perth home.

Tile Trends: Subway Tiles 64

What are subway tiles?

Subway tiles have obtained their name from the iconic walls of the New York subway system.

Although at first the idea of “subway tiles” might suggest negative connotations (stifling underground train station perhaps?), you best cast those thoughts aside as subway tiles embody a classic vintage aesthetic that is incomparable. Generally, subway tiles are rectangle ceramic tiles laid horizontally with a 50% offset. However, over time, subway tiles have been modernised and experimented with to offer a great variety of design options for homes.

Explore more about subway tiles below.

How to include subway tiles in your Perth home

Extremely versatile, subway tiles can be incorporated in your home in countless ways. Our favourite ways to add subway tiles to your home… 

1, Kitchen splashback. A lot of time is spent in the kitchen – cooking, hosting and spending time with the family. You want to make sure your kitchen embodies just as much class and character as the rest of your home. Including subway tiles in your kitchen splashback makes for an eye-catching and impressive feature, making you feel confident hosting your next event.

2. Bathroom feature. The bathroom has been dubbed as one of the most important rooms of the house when it comes to design. It makes sense when you consider that every person that visits your home, is going to at one point or another, visit your bathroom. That’s why subway tiles are becoming an increasingly popular design feature for Perth home renovations.

Benefits of subway tiles

Subway tiles have a long list of benefits varying from their visually grabbing design to their easy installation. 

  • Subway tiles are available in many shapes, sizes, textures and colours. With such a great variety, you can create a unique subway tile feature that fits your home aesthetic.
  • Stain-resistant and easy to clean, you can use a white vinegar cleaning treatment or even spray and wipe to clean your subway tiles. Due to their easy-to-clean design, this makes subway tiles even more of an excellent choice for kitchens and bathrooms. 
  • Affordable addition to your home interior. If you’re currently acquiring quotes for your home renovations, you will know how easy it is to exceed your budget. Subway tiles are fantastic as they’re not only high quality but also affordable.
  • Timeless design that never goes out of fashion. When making aesthetic choices for your home renovations, you want to make design decisions that last a life-time. Considering how quickly fashion trends change, this can be very difficult. One of the great benefits of subway tiles is that they never go out of style and always offer a classic feature to your home. 
  • Easy installation. Renowned for their stunning pattern, depending on the subway tile design you’re after they’re surprisingly easy to install. When it comes to installing ceramic tiles we always recommend hiring professional tilers. The last thing you want is your new tile design breaking or deteriorating due to poor workmanship. Invest in the installation and it will pay off in the long run.
Tile Trends: Subway Tiles 65
Tile Trends: Subway Tiles 66

Creative subway tile ideas

Since subway tiles were first installed in the New York subway, interior designers world-wide have played with the classic design. With a great selection of different patterns, you never have to worry about having the same design as your neighbour. Other variations of the subway tile include:

  • Herringbone
  • Double Herringbone
  • Chevron
  • Stackbond
  • Mosaic
  • Diagonal Herringbone
  • Vertical

Alongside choosing your subway tile pattern, you can also play with the colours and textures of the tiles. You can keep your design minimalist and classy with white or, you can add a splash of colour to match the interior of your home. Many people choose to mix and match colours, choosing different hues of blue or selecting two complimentary colours to add a pop to your room. The options are truly endless, browse our offerings and find your dream design.

How we can help!

Talk with our Ceramic Tile Supplies team today for expert advice and help for your tile needs. We’re only a phone call away and are always happy to answer any and every question.

View our range of tiles

  • Veneto Linktec Sandy Beach Mix 25x25mm

  • Roma Silver Grey Matt New

  • Veneto Linktec Torquoise Mix 25x25mm

  • Veneto Linktec Steam White 50x50mm Glass Mosaic 501

  • Palladio Linktec Cloud Mix 25x25mm Glass Mosaic

  • Palladio Linktec Sky Blue Mix 25x25mm Glass Mosaic

  • Trend PLUS 245 20x20mm

  • Traver-Cave White

The biggest tile trends of summer 2021 75

The biggest tile trends of summer 2021

By General, Architects & Builders, Trends

The arrival of summer often means new renovation projects, with many people finally having time and good weather on their side. If you’re looking to renovate your house but haven’t decided which tiles to consider yet, we’ve put together our top picks for summer:

The biggest tile trends of summer 2021 76

Stone Look Tiles

A current trend still growing in popularity, stone look tiles utilise the latest advancements in digital tile technology to achieve the aesthetic of stone tiles without encountering the hassles of real stone. Able to be used in both modern residential homes and commercial designs, stone look tiles are also both stain and slip resistant and require no sealing. These popular tiles provide the following benefits: 

  • Stylish: available in endless variation of colours, textures and sizes, there’s a stone-look tile option to suit everyone.
  • Versatility: applicable to various surfaces, stone-look tiles are highly durable, as well as being less porous and heavy than natural stone, meaning there are no limits for use.
  • Low maintenance: Great for high use surfaces and areas like bathrooms and kitchens, these tiles can withstand wear and tear, retain their original condition for longer and are moisture resistant. 
  • Affordable: great quality tiles at a low price, stone look tiles are less laborious to install and made from porcelain, resulting in both lower production and installation costs. 

Our top recommendations:

  • Roma Silver: a classic travertine look great for new bathrooms, main floors, shower walls and features.
  • Lime Quartz Grey: the perfect balance between stone and porcelain, used for main floors or bathroom walls.
  • Stream Bone: an accurate imitation of stone look and feel, great for main floor areas into bathrooms.
  • Stone Valley Sale: a multi-coloured complex layered tile that mimics aged stone, suitable for internal floor, wall and external applications.

Timber Look Tiles

Timber look tiles combine aesthetic appeal and practicality to provide a great alternative to natural hardwood. These unique tiles are becoming even more popular as people experiment with timber accents in new areas like bathrooms due to their waterproofing abilities and durability. Affordable and maintenance free, timber look tiles imbue a room with warmth and style, creating a modern take on a classic look.

Our pick this summer:

  • MyWood Miele: an affordable Italian tile that is both maintenance free and pet proof, while still providing a fresh and timeless look (also available in two other colours). 
The biggest tile trends of summer 2021 77
The biggest tile trends of summer 2021 78

Decorative Tiles

Decorative tiles are on the rise, with lots of customers looking for interesting textures, shapes or colours in order to create a room with a unique look. Great for feature walls and splashbacks, decorative tiles add dimension and flair to a space, also working as a statement piece. Here at CTS, we have a great range of mosaics, from ceramic and glass, to porcelain and stone. 

We recommend:

Artisan Snow Brillo or Artisan Snow Matte: a traditional handmade tile look, great for a feature wall in the kitchen or bathroom. Each tile’s random multi coloured shade ensures every project is different.

Perth’s Tile Specialists 

If you’re looking for the perfect tile for your home or project, get a jump start on the summer trends and browse our extensive range of quality tiles for inspiration. Contact us for more information or visit one of our showrooms in Wangara or Myaree to see our full range in person. 

View our range of tiles

  • Veneto Linktec Sandy Beach Mix 25x25mm

  • Roma Silver Grey Matt New

  • Veneto Linktec Torquoise Mix 25x25mm

  • Veneto Linktec Steam White 50x50mm Glass Mosaic 501

  • Palladio Linktec Cloud Mix 25x25mm Glass Mosaic

  • Palladio Linktec Sky Blue Mix 25x25mm Glass Mosaic

  • Trend PLUS 245 20x20mm

  • Traver-Cave White

Our Top 10 Best Selling Tiles 87

Our Top 10 Best Selling Tiles

By Commercial Tiles, General, Trends

Choosing a tile for your home can often be harder than it seems.

 

With so many tiles available in a variety of sizes, colours and textures, coming to a final decision is no easy task. Often overwhelmed with choice, new customers will ask us what our best selling tiles are. To help narrow it down, we’ve put together a list of our top ten recommendations below.

Our Top 10 Best Selling Tiles 88

1. Chorus White

A sophisticated replica of natural stone, this highly durable tile made by Keope is used regularly for main floors and bathrooms. The versatile Chorus series is suitable for both internal and external applications in both residential and commercial projects. 

  • Category: Floors 
  • Material: Glazed Porcelain, Rectified 
  • Available in: Matt, Textured, Anti-slip

2. Solid Nude Beige 

This slightly textured subway tile is best suited for kitchen and bathroom walls and is especially loved for splashbacks. If you’re looking to create a designer look, consider using a contrasting grout.

  • Category: Walls 
  • Material: Ceramic
  • Available in: Glossy

3. Downtown Grigio Lappato

One of our best sellers for main floors, this tile is both cost effective and looks great on bathroom floors and walls, as well as larger living areas. Authentic concrete inspired, this porcelain rectified tile is also stain proof and easy to maintain. 

  • Category: Floors 
  • Material: Glazed Porcelain, Rectified 
  • Available in: Semi Polished

4. Trend Plus Ocean Mix

Our number 1 pool water-line tile, this Italian glass mosaic is mounted on the Trend Plus backing system. This innovative technology is fully warranted for swimming pool use and makes installation faster and easier. 

  • Category: Pools 
  • Material: Glass Mosaic
Our Top 10 Best Selling Tiles 89
Our Top 10 Best Selling Tiles 90

5. New Ash Dust

This practical tile embraces the trend of light coloured flooring while still hiding the dust and dirt that usually shows up on white tiling. New Ash Dust is often used to flow from the bathroom into the main floor, keeping the whole house toned together. 

  • Category: Floors 
  • Material: Glazed Porcelain, Rectified 
  • Available in: Semi Polished

6. Timbre-Land Mapple

Our top timber tile, the Timbre-Land Mapple is mostly used in main floors. This great option is both pet proof and maintenance free, providing an excellent economical interior selection for your home. 

  • Category: Floors 
  • Material: Glazed Porcelain, Rectified 
  • Available in: Natural (Matt)

7. Trend Plus Surf Mix 1

Another option in our Trend Plus range, the Surf Mix 1 is a beautiful combination of white and pearl Italian glass mosaic. With soft, rounded edges, this bright tile is one of our top sellers for whole pools. 

  • Category: Pools 
  • Material: Glass Mosaic

8. Two Tone Solid Matt White

A light, rectangular tile range, The Two Tone Solid White Matte is well suited to various splash back lay patterns. We’ve found this great tile option has taken off in bathroom feature walls.

  • Category: Walls 
  • Material: Ceramic
  • Available in: Matt
Our Top 10 Best Selling Tiles 91
Our Top 10 Best Selling Tiles 92

9. Shade De Impressions

An industrial, shabby chic and decorative tile, Shade De Impressions has been used in the past as a feature wall in ensuites, as well as water line tiles and splashbacks. Create a standout feature with the subtle blue, grey and white tones of this beautiful tile. 

  • Category: Floors 
  • Material: Glazed Porcelain, Rectified 
  • Available in: Textured

10. Self More Décor 3

The Self More Decor 3 is a highly popular tile option, used for a variety of purposes including swimming pool water lines, feature bathroom floors and inlays of main floors and entries. 

  • Category: Floors 
  • Material: Glazed Porcelain
  • Available in: Matt

The best tiles in Perth

If you’re looking for quality tiles, look no further than Ceramic Tile Supplies. To learn more about our products, you can browse our range online, contact us with any questions you have or visit our Wangara and Myaree showrooms.

View our range of tiles

  • Veneto Linktec Sandy Beach Mix 25x25mm

  • Roma Silver Grey Matt New

  • Veneto Linktec Torquoise Mix 25x25mm

  • Veneto Linktec Steam White 50x50mm Glass Mosaic 501

  • Palladio Linktec Cloud Mix 25x25mm Glass Mosaic

  • Palladio Linktec Sky Blue Mix 25x25mm Glass Mosaic

  • Trend PLUS 245 20x20mm

  • Traver-Cave White

Bring your kitchen project to life with mosaic splashback tiles 101

Bring your kitchen project to life with mosaic splashback tiles

By Kitchen Tiles, Trends

For many homes, the kitchen splashback is the hero of the kitchen space. And it’s often one of the most deliberated design decisions in a home.

 

A new splashback is an easy and effective way to revive your kitchen. It’s an opportunity to express your personal style in a space often surrounded by neutral benchtops and cabinetry.

Tiles are a popular option, as they’re durable, wipe clean and are easy to install. Want to really make an impact with maximum colour and texture? Go for a mosaic tiled splashback.

Technology has come a long way with the design and manufacture of mosaic tiles.
Mosaic tiles are nowadays available in a wide variety of colours, textures, finishes and materials such as glass, ceramic, porcelain and stone. Striking patterns and beautifully detailed surfaces can be created in your kitchen, all with the use of mosaic tiles.

Bring your kitchen project to life with mosaic splashback tiles 102

Why are mosaic tiles great for your kitchen splashback?

Unique, stylish and on trend, mosaic tiles were made for the kitchen. Here’s why.

Mosaic tiles are easy to install

Despite what you may have heard in the past, fixing mosaic tiles isn’t as hard as you think. These days, most mosaic tiles come sheeted with mesh backing, so they are very quick and easy to install. To make your life easier design your cabinet heights to match in with what mosaics you are going to use.

Mosaic splashback tiles are simple to maintain

One of the reasons why mosaic tiles are great to use in your kitchen is that they are easy to keep clean. However, extra care must be taken when it comes to the grout so that it doesn’t stain.

Our tip: Use a grout sealant once the splashback is installed so you get maximum protection from stains. This also works for stone splashbacks to give extra life.

Mosaic tiles can protect your walls

Creating a tiled kitchen splashback helps protect your walls from everyday damage. Not only will investing in mosaic tiles add a splash of colour to your kitchen, it will also prevent your walls from coming into contact with grease, food and dirt. It’s a lot easier to clean a tiled wall than it is a stained wall!

Mosaic kitchen tiles are versatile

The good thing about mosaic tiles is that there are so many options to choose from. You can be bold and experiment with different designs to see which new look will complement your kitchen.

How to use mosaic tiles for your kitchen splashback

Traditionally, tiled splashbacks are fixed up to the ‘splash zone’ often ending at the cabinetry height or just below the rangehood. Increasingly, we’re seeing kitchen splashback tiles being installed all the way to the ceiling, creating a fresh new look.

Some popular mosaic kitchen splashback tiles include:

Bring your kitchen project to life with mosaic splashback tiles 103
Bring your kitchen project to life with mosaic splashback tiles 104

Glass mosaic tiles

The latest trend in mosaics are glass mosaic tiles. When applied, they create a reflective pearly finish, perfect if you’re looking to add a touch of luxury to your kitchen.

Stone mosaic tiles

There are many shapes and colours when it comes to Stone mosaic tiles. Popular designs are; stacked, fans, herringbone, cubes or squares and hexagonal.

Hexagonal mosaic tiles

Versatile and eye catching, hexagonal mosaic tiles make for a very stylish kitchen splashback. Blend the grout to the mosaic colours to give you a textural look or mix it up by contrasting the grout to compliment the style.

Kit-Kat mosaic tiles

Kit-Kat mosaics also known as finger mosaics or stick mosaics are gaining momentum in home interiors, especially with splashbacks to create the ultimate modern statement in the kitchen.

Explore our range of mosaic kitchen splashback tiles in Perth

Get inspiration from Perth’s kitchen tile specialists! Take a look at our photo gallery for ideas, browse mosaic kitchen tiles online, or view our mosaic splashback tile collection on display at our Myaree or Wangara showrooms.

View our range of Mosaic Tiles

  • Veneto Linktec Sandy Beach Mix 25x25mm

  • Veneto Linktec Torquoise Mix 25x25mm

  • Veneto Linktec Steam White 50x50mm Glass Mosaic 501

  • Palladio Linktec Cloud Mix 25x25mm Glass Mosaic

  • Palladio Linktec Sky Blue Mix 25x25mm Glass Mosaic

  • Trend PLUS 245 20x20mm

  • Palladio Linktec Cottesloe Mix 25x25mm Glass Mosaic

  • Veneto Linktec Steam Mid Blue Mix 50x50mm Glass Mosaic 523