Q: Which size is best for bathroom wall tiles?

Standard bathroom wall tile sizes range from 65x200,400x100, 200x200. These small formats are popular because of how practical they are to install and the variety of designs available. These dimensions are in mm (millimetres) If you want something bigger the size of the wall will influence what you can do as noted below. Depending on the dimensions of your bathroom walls, the size of your bathroom wall tiles will contribute to the overall look of your bathroom. Common sense prevails, larger bathrooms tend to look better with larger bathroom wall tiles to minimise grout lines. Example large sizes are 900x900, 600x120, and slabs. These dimensions are in mm (millimeters) Smaller bathrooms tend to look better with medium size tiles such as 600x600 and 600x300. Large bathroom wall tiles could also work as they can give the illusion of a bigger space. Please consult with your builder to check the practicalities of installing larger tiles in a small bathroom Please do not hesitate to call, email, or chat with us if you need further information on available sizes of your chosen bathroom wall tile.

Question 1

What are the benefits of using wall tiles in a bathroom?

Accepted Answer

Wall tiles protect against moisture, are easy to clean, and add a decorative element to your bathroom. They also enhance the overall aesthetic over paint

Question 2

Can I mix and match different wall tiles?

Accepted Answer

Yes, mixing and matching different tiles can create a unique and personalized look. Just ensure the colours and patterns complement each other. A good example Fes Artisan which has a matt and polished finish. The Finley range also has fluted and plain tiles that complement each other

Question 3

What should I consider when choosing bathroom wall tiles?

Accepted Answer

Select bathroom tiles that are both durable and easy to maintain. Consider the tile's size, colour, and texture to create a harmonious aesthetic. The Finley range offers a diverse selection of finishes, including plain, fluted, chute, polished, and matt, to meet your design needs

Question 4

Are large or small tiles better for bathroom walls?

Accepted Answer

Both large and small tiles can work well. Large tiles create a more seamless, open and airy look. Fewer grout lines when using large tiles will mean less cleaning and maintenance.

Small tiles are more versatile for creating patterns such as herringbone.

Question 5

Can I use the same tiles for bathroom walls and walls?

Accepted Answer

Please note, tiles such as Fes Artisan, Finley, Cera, and Comptoir are ceramic and made specifically for wall applications. All our other tiles are suitable for floors and walls

Question 6

Do bathroom wall tiles require sealing?

Accepted Answer

Porcelain bathroom wall tiles do not require sealing as they are hardly absorbent. If you use natural stone bathroom wall tiles such as limestone, travertine, and marble stone flooring they require sealing to make them waterproof and resistant to permanent staining. We recommend FILA products for sealing natural stone bathroom wall tiles

With that said, the grout lines for porcelain and natural stone bathroom wall tiles should be sealed. This can be done with grout protector (porcelain tiles) or FILA sealer products (natural stone)

Question 7

What other items do I need for bathroom wall tiles?

Accepted Answer

We recommend Fugabella grout, and Bostic adhesive for bathroom wall tiles. Your builder can provide the levelling kit, spacers, and backer boards.

* Adhesive is used for sticking the bathroom wall tiles to the floor.
* Grout is used for the gaps between the bathroom wall tiles
* Levelling kits are used to prevent lipping in bathroom wall tiles
* Spacers are used to ensure all your bathroom wall tiles are evenly spaced
* Backer boards might also be required for waterproofing and to give walls a better strength rating. Please consult your builder for more information

Question 8

Should I seal my grout in bathroom wall tiles?

Accepted Answer

Grout lines between bathroom wall tiles are most likely to get dirty and stain so yes! Porcelain bathroom wall tiles do not normally require sealing because of their low absorbency rate but the grout lines (gaps between the bathroom wall tiles) need to be protected. Sealing the grout lines will protect them from permanent staining. FILA has specific grout sealer products that you can select when making your bathroom wall tile purchase

Natural stone bathroom wall tiles are porous so they require sealing and the FILA sealer for the tiles can also be used to seal the grout lines

Question 9

Are bathroom wall tiles porous?

Accepted Answer

Bathroom wall tiles made from porcelain are not porous so do not require sealing. They have a low absorbency rate (<0.5%) You can easily perform a “water test” on your sample to see how long a drop of water lasts on the surface.

With that said, the grout lines might allow water to seep in so consult your builder and ask about backer boards and tanking

Bathroom wall tiles made from natural stone such as limestone, marble, or travertine are porous by nature so they require sealing. We recommend FILA products for sealing which you can purchase together with your bathroom wall tiles

Please do not hesitate to call, email, or chat with us if you need further information on absorbency of your chosen bathroom wall tiles

Question 10

Which size is best for bathroom wall tiles?

Accepted Answer

Standard bathroom wall tile sizes range from 65x200,400x100, 200x200. These small formats are popular because of how practical they are to install and the variety of designs available. These dimensions are in mm (millimetres)

If you want something bigger the size of the wall will influence what you can do as noted below.

Depending on the dimensions of your bathroom walls, the size of your bathroom wall tiles will contribute to the overall look of your bathroom. Common sense prevails, larger bathrooms tend to look better with larger bathroom wall tiles to minimise grout lines. Example large sizes are 900x900, 600x120, and slabs. These dimensions are in mm (millimeters)

Smaller bathrooms tend to look better with medium size tiles such as 600x600 and 600x300. Large bathroom wall tiles could also work as they can give the illusion of a bigger space. Please consult with your builder to check the practicalities of installing larger tiles in a small bathroom

Please do not hesitate to call, email, or chat with us if you need further information on available sizes of your chosen bathroom wall  tile.

Question 11

What is a good cleaner for bathroom wall tiles

Accepted Answer

We recommend FILA Cleaner Pro for cleaning bathroom wall tiles

Dirt and stains on sealed natural stone flooring and bathroom wall tiles are easy to clean when attended to quickly. Bathroom wall tiles should be cleaned routinely with FILA Cleaner Pro specially formulated for bathroom wall tiles

1. Make sure the room is well ventilated to aid the drying process
2. Use a microfibre mop to clean the tiled area. Dirt is most likely to accumulate in grout line and edges of the room so spend a bit more time there
3. Use our FILA Cleaner Pro, specially formulated for tile surfaces — always read the label
4. Mix the cleaning fluid and warm/hot water according to the proportions specified
5. Read the directions on the label and test any product in a small area first before using on the entire surface.
6. Rinsing is not required with FILA products but ensure you should wipe away the dirty cleaning residue with clean warm water.

Bathroom wall tiles and sealed natural stone tiles are stain resistant, however stains can and often do build up over time. Repeat steps 2-6 as required for any resistant stains

Please do not hesitate to call, email, or chat with us if you need further information on cleaning your chosen bathroom wall tiles.

Question 12

Are your bathroom wall tiles in stock?

Accepted Answer

Yes, most of our bathroom wall tiles are in stock in the UK and ready to despatch to arrive with you in 2-3 days. When viewing the bathroom wall tiles on our website, you will see a delivery declaration showing when we can deliver by. For example it might say, “In stock Get it by 10 October” meaning we have your bathroom wall tiles in stock in our warehouses and can deliver by the 10th of October

If the date shown is a little further in the future, it means it is in stock in our Italy or Spain warehouse. After placing your order for bathroom wall tiles we can start the process of bringing them into the UK

If your project is not quite ready, you can take advantage of our Pack & Hold service where you can reserve your bathroom wall tiles and then we will deliver later. This ensures that when you are ready, you are not at the mercy of the changing prices, batch changes, and stock availability due to world events, and import challenges.

You can select the Pack & Hold option at the checkout or over the phone.

Please do not hesitate to call, email, or chat with us if you need further information on availability and delivery timescales your chosen bathroom wall tiles.

Question 13

Will my bathroom wall tiles look like the sample?

Accepted Answer

Your sample is an excellent guide for the general look, feel, finish, and thickness of your eventual bathroom wall tiles. With that said, we advise against using it as a guarantee of colour, veins, or fossils. Bathroom wall tile samples may not always show the full variation of a tile.

We advise a combination of looking at photos of the bathroom wall tile in other customer projects, artist impressions, and scanning the QR code behind the sample for a video demonstration. You are also free to visit our gallery showroom in Leeds to see full versions of tiles

The illustration in the brochure shows the comparison between a sample and a full-size tile.

Please do not hesitate to call, email, or chat with us if you need further information on your chosen bathroom wall tile samples

We strongly recommend ordering bathroom wall tile samples before committing on a purchase

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