09 Oct 2023, Read Time : 3 Min

3 Tiling Tips You Need To Know Before You Start Renovating Your Home

If you are a homeowner in the process of constructing a new house or are a proud owner of a house and would love to make some changes in it to make it look new and updated, then there are many things that you need to consider, such as time, cost and efforts. If you’re considering a renovation, there’s one question that’s probably at the top of your mind: “How should I proceed?” Well, the answer is it depends.

But one important thing that every homeowner must have at the top of their mind is tiles. With the variety of tiles rising exponentially day by day, it can become quite a hectic and daunting task for customers to choose tiles that suit their space perfectly. 

So, if you’re feeling stressed out by your renovation, we’re here to help. Let’s highlight some key aspects that one must focus on before taking the leap of faith.

Picking the Right Tiles

While stores are full of tiles made of many different materials, even today, the most popular tiles continue to be ceramic tiles. 

But even ceramic tiles are available in a large variety of design and colours, such as wooden, marble, etc. This sheer variety can make buying tiles a quite befuddling and confusing experience. To ease this worry a bit, here are a few tips that can help you choose the perfect tiles for your space and install them in the ‘most correct’ way. 

Extra Tiles is the Way to Go

Always buy a couple of extra boxes of tiles while making a purchase for your space. Because if you buy a limited number of tiles, you may run out of tiles, and they may not be enough to cover your space completely. While popular tiles are always available in the market, it is possible that there might be some batch differences and colour variations between boxes. Buying extra boxes from the same batch will help you avoid variations and will allow for a more uniform and cool look.

Use Grout With Tiles

Grouting is the process in which adhesive material, known as grout is put between the gaps present between two tiles. The most common grout includes cement, sand, water, and similar materials, which are combined to make a paste-like substance that can be used to seal cracks and gaps. 

Grouting between tiles allows for a uniform and finished look. 

Along with aesthetic functions, grouting is also functional as it reduces the chance of chipping and thus protects your tiles. The amount of grout you need changes with the kind and size of tiles you have. For instance, large-format tiles require comparatively less grout than smaller tiles. In theory, the smaller the tile, the more grout you will require. Grout is available in different shades, which brings us to the next tip.

Choosing the Correct Grout for Your Tiles

It is important to choose the correct type of grout for your tiles. As grout is available in different shades, you can choose to install the colour that you find the best. Generally, grout can either match the shades of the tiles or customers can also choose contrasting shades. The kind and colour of grout you use depends on the texture, size, and colour of the tiles and the space in which they have been installed.

For smaller tiles, you can use small grout sizes, which lie between 1.5mm to 2mm. For larger tiles, 3-4 mm grout can be used. You can always talk to a professional tiler or dealer to learn more about grout. 

Conclusion

Choosing and installing tiles is often a befuddling and confusing experience for the customers as the variety of tiles and tiling options available in the market is quite a lot. But don’t worry; just remember your budget and the space in which you want to install the tiles. You can also consult Orientbell Tiles experts for more information. While on the site, you can also check out TriaLook, which allows customers to visualise any particular tile in their own space!