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Matchstick Ice Mosaic 31.3x29.6cm-mosaic tile-Original Style - stock-tile.co.uk
Matchstick Ice Mosaic 31.3x29.6cm-mosaic tile-Original Style - stock-tile.co.uk Save 20% Save %
£11.19 sheet

Matchstick Ice Mosaic 31.3x29.6cm

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Kit Kat mosaic Matchstick mosaics are having a real moment. Their small, geometric format provides a simple and modern feel. With the rise of this ...

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Raku Silver wall tile 20x40cm-Ceramic wall tile-Peronda-tile.co.uk
Raku Silver wall tile 20x40cm-Ceramic wall tile-Peronda-tile.co.uk
£38.00 m2

Raku Silver wall tile 20x40cm

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Ceramic wall tile As part of his 50th anniversary edition, Francisco Segarra has created a wall tile collection inspired by an age-old pottery t...

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Brewhouse Rectangle tile 22.5x45cm-Porcelain tile-Ca Pietra-Tile.co.uk
Sample Swatch Brewhouse Square Tile - Delivered separately by Ca Pietra-sample-sample-Tile.co.uk
£58.19 m2

Brewhouse Square tile 22.5x22.5cm

Brewhouse square matt porcelain brick tile 22.5x22.5cm A glazed porcelain tile with a matt finish. Brewhouse square brings an aged terracotta look ...

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Woodland Glade Melange Green Hexagon tile 21.5x24.5cm-Hexagon tile-Ca Pietra-Tile.co.uk
Sample Swatch Brewhouse Parquet Tile-sample-sample-Tile.co.uk
£82.91 m2

Brewhouse Parquet tile 6.2x25cm

Sold by the box of 27 tiles = 0.419 square metre per box.  Brewhouse parquet matt porcelain brick tile 6.2x25cm A glazed porcelain tile with a matt...

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Woodland Glade Shadow White Hexagon tile 21.5x24.5cm-Hexagon tile-Ca Pietra-tile.co.uk
£84.79 m2

Woodland Glade Shadow White Hexagon tile 21.5x24.5cm

This is the plain white tile only. For the floral decorative tile please see Woodland Glade Melange Green. Sold by the box of 24 tiles = 0.95 squar...

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Luna Terra Brick tile 10x30cm-Brick style tiles-Mainzu Ceramica-Tile.co.uk
Luna Dark Choco Brick tile 10x30cm-Brick style tiles-Mainzu Ceramica-Tile.co.uk
£37.74 m2

Luna Terra Brick tile 10x30cm

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Ceramic wall tile The Luna Terra is a rustic looking semi-gloss ceramic brick tile. Designed to look handmade with bumpy finish. The Luna range giv...

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Luna Blue Brick tile 10x30cm-Brick style tiles-Mainzu Ceramica-Tile.co.uk
Luna Blue Brick tile 10x30cm-Brick style tiles-Mainzu Ceramica-tile.co.uk
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£30.26 m2

Luna Blue Brick tile 10x30cm

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Ceramic wall tile The Luna Blue is a rustic looking semi-gloss ceramic brick tile. Designed to look handmade with bumpy finish. The Luna range give...

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Bloom Shine patterned tile set 15x15cm-Pattern tile-Estudio Ceramico-tile.co.uk
Bloom Shine patterned tile set 15x15cm-Pattern tile-Estudio Ceramico-tile.co.uk
£44.00 m2

Bloom Shine patterned tile set 15x15cm

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Bloom Shine patterned tiles 15x15cm. Glazed porcelain floor and wall tiles with a matt finish for indoors and outdoors. Sold by the tile Decorative...

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Zellige Blue Brick Tile 6.9x24cm-Ceramic wall tile-Estudio Ceramico-Tile.co.uk
Zellige Blue Brick Tile 6.9x24cm-Ceramic wall tile-Estudio Ceramico-Tile.co.uk
£38.05 m2

Zellige Blue Brick Tile 6.9x24cm

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Zellige Blue ceramic wall tiles 6.9x24cm. Glazed wall tiles with a gloss finish for indoor use. Sold by the tile Brick wall tiles Capture bygone er...

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Brewhouse Rectangle tile 22.5x45cm-Porcelain tile-Ca Pietra-Tile.co.uk
Brewhouse Rectangle tile 22.5x45cm-Porcelain tile-Ca Pietra-Tile.co.uk
£57.61 m2

Brewhouse Rectangle tile 22.5x45cm

Brewhouse Rectangle matt porcelain brick tile 22.5x45cm A glazed porcelain tile with a matt finish. Brewhouse rectangle brings an aged terracotta l...

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Cabana New Orleans Pattern tile 20x20cm-Pattern tile-Ca Pietra-tile.co.uk
Cabana New Orleans Pattern tile 20x20cm-Pattern tile-Ca Pietra-tile.co.uk
£89.58 m2

Cabana New Orleans Pattern tile 20x20cm

Pattern floor tile Cabana New Orleans porcelain tile 20x20cm. Sold by the box of 15 tiles = 0.6 square metre per box.  A glazed porcelain tile with...

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Orchard Greige Brick Tile 7.5x23cm-Ceramic wall tile-Estudio Ceramico-Tile.co.uk
Orchard Greige Brick Tile 7.5x23cm-Ceramic wall tile-Estudio Ceramico-Tile.co.uk
£44.08 m2

Orchard Greige Brick Tile 7.5x23cm

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Orchard Greige ceramic wall tiles 7.5x30cm. Glazed wall tiles with a gloss finish for indoor use. Sold by the tile Brick wall tiles Capture bygone ...

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Raku Black wall tile 20x40cm-Ceramic wall tile-Peronda-tile.co.uk
Raku Black wall tile 20x40cm-Ceramic wall tile-Peronda-tile.co.uk
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£30.38 m2

Raku Black wall tile 20x40cm

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Ceramic wall tile As part of his 50th anniversary edition, Francisco Segarra has created a wall tile collection inspired by an age-old pottery tec...

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Naga Copper Stone Mosaic 29.8x26cm-mosaic tile-Original Style - stock-tile.co.uk
Naga Copper Stone Mosaic 29.8x26cm-mosaic tile-Original Style - stock-tile.co.uk
£17.95 sheet

Naga Copper Stone Mosaic 29.8x26cm

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The Naga mosaic with it's rich tones work beautifully in both kitchens and bathrooms. Mosaics can be used as a feature wall or behind the units in ...

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Spring Leslie Decor Hex Porcelain tile 15x17cm-Hexagon tile-Estudio Ceramico-tile.co.uk
Spring Leslie Decor Hex Porcelain tile 15x17cm-Hexagon tile-Estudio Ceramico-tile.co.uk
£45.15 m2

Spring Leslie Decor Hex Porcelain tile 15x17cm

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Spring Leslie Decor Hexagon Tiles 15x17cm. Glazed matt porcelain wall and floor tiles for indoor and outdoor use. Sold by the tile Hexagon tiles In...

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Crackle Brick Lavender Tile 7.5x30cm-Ceramic wall tile-Estudio Ceramico-tile.co.uk
Crackle Brick Lavender Tile 7.5x30cm-Ceramic wall tile-Estudio Ceramico-tile.co.uk
£39.00 m2

Crackle Brick Lavender Tile 7.5x30cm

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Crackle Brick Lavender ceramic wall tiles 7.5x30cm. Glazed wall tiles with a gloss finish for indoor use.  Sold by the box. Crackle glazed tiles In...

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Orchard Dark Grey Brick Tile 7.5x23cm-Ceramic wall tile-Estudio Ceramico-tile.co.uk
Orchard Dark Grey Brick Tile 7.5x23cm-Ceramic wall tile-Estudio Ceramico-tile.co.uk
£44.08 m2

Orchard Dark Grey Brick Tile 7.5x23cm

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Orchard Dark Grey ceramic wall tiles 7.5x30cm. Glazed wall tiles with a gloss finish for indoor use.  Sold by the tile Brick wall tiles Capture byg...

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Metro Black Gloss Bevelled Brick tile 10x20cm-Brick style tiles-Salcamar-tile.co.uk
Metro Black Gloss Bevelled Brick tile 10x20cm-Brick style tiles-Salcamar-tile.co.uk
£18.00 m2

Metro Black Gloss Bevelled Brick tile 10x20cm

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Metro tile Bathroom or kitchen wall Ceramic bevelled-edge wall tile with a black gloss finish.  Brick tiles like the Metro Black Gloss can be creat...

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Zellige Anthracite Brick Tile 6.9x24cm-Ceramic wall tile-Estudio Ceramico-tile.co.uk
Zellige Anthracite Brick Tile 6.9x24cm-Ceramic wall tile-Estudio Ceramico-tile.co.uk
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£30.20 m2

Zellige Anthracite Brick Tile 6.9x24cm

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Zellige Anthracite ceramic wall tiles 6.9x24cm. Glazed wall tiles with a gloss finish for indoor use. A mixture of grey base tiles with highlight d...

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Zellige Grey Brick Tiles 6.9x24cm YouTube video
Zellige Grey Brick Tile 6.9x24cm-Ceramic wall tile-Estudio Ceramico-tile.co.uk
£38.05 m2

Zellige Grey Brick Tile 6.9x24cm

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Zellige Grey ceramic wall tiles 6.9x24cm. Glazed wall tiles with a gloss finish for indoor use. Sold by the tile Brick wall tiles Capture bygone er...

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Architectural Black Pencil tile 1x20cm-Brick style tiles-Ca Pietra-Tile.co.uk
Architectural Black Pencil tile 1x20cm-Brick style tiles-Ca Pietra-Tile.co.uk
£3.64

Architectural Black Pencil tile 1x20cm

Sold by the tile. The Architectural Black Pencil is a smooth gloss ceramic wall tile moulding. Enhance your tile design with our Architectural Bl...

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Oken Green Hexagon tile 26.7x23.2cm-Hexagon tile-Original Style-tile.co.uk
Oken Green Hexagon tile 26.7x23.2cm-Hexagon tile-Original Style-tile.co.uk
£60.05 m2

Oken Green Hexagon tile 26.7x23.2cm

Original Style Tileworks range Oken Green Hexagon porcelain wall and floor tile with a matt finish. Introducing the Oken Hexagon Tile - a classic t...

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Bamboo Lustre Forest Satin Mosaic 28.2x29.4cm-mosaic tile-Ca Pietra-Tile.co.uk
Bamboo Lustre Forest Satin Mosaic 28.2x29.4cm-mosaic tile-Ca Pietra-Tile.co.uk
£19.91 sheet

Bamboo Lustre Forest Satin Mosaic 28.2x29.4cm

Sold by the sheet. Also known as a pencil or Kit Kat mosaic. The Bamboo Lustre Forest Satin mosaic is a porcelain mosaic with a satin finish. The B...

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Brompton Liquorice Field tile 20x20cm-Porcelain tile-Ca Pietra-tile.co.uk
Brompton Liquorice Field tile 20x20cm-Porcelain tile-Ca Pietra-tile.co.uk
£78.90 m2

Brompton Liquorice Field tile 20x20cm

Sold by the box of 15 tiles = 0.6 square metre per box.  Brompton Liquorice porcelain floor tile 20x20cm A glazed porcelain tile with a matt finish...

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Architectural Black Bead tile 2x20cm-Brick style tiles-Ca Pietra-tile.co.uk
Sample Swatch Architectural Black Bead tile - Delivered separately by Ca Pietra-sample-sample-Tile.co.uk
£4.27

Architectural Black Bead tile 2x20cm

Sold by the tile. The Architectural Black Bead is a smooth gloss ceramic wall tile moulding. Enhance your tile design with our Architectural Blac...

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Wightwick Emerald tile 10x30cm-Ceramic wall tile-Ca Pietra-tile.co.uk
Wightwick Emerald tile 10x30cm-Ceramic wall tile-Ca Pietra-tile.co.uk
£79.16 m2

Wightwick Emerald tile 10x30cm

Green brick wall tile The Wightwick Emerald is a gloss ceramic wall tile. Bring a hint of opulence to your home with our Wightwick Range. Re-crea...

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Bamboo Lustre Cappucino Satin Mosaic 28.2x29.4cm-mosaic tile-Ca Pietra-tile.co.uk
Bamboo Lustre Cappucino Satin Mosaic 28.2x29.4cm-mosaic tile-Ca Pietra-Tile.co.uk
£19.91 sheet

Bamboo Lustre Cappucino Satin Mosaic 28.2x29.4cm

Sold by the sheet. Also known as a pencil or Kit Kat mosaic. The Bamboo Lustre Cappucino Satin mosaic is a porcelain mosaic with a satin finish. Th...

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Bamboo Lustre Avocado Satin Mosaic 28.2x29.4cm-mosaic tile-Ca Pietra-Tile.co.uk
Bamboo Lustre Avocado Satin Mosaic 28.2x29.4cm-mosaic tile-Ca Pietra-Tile.co.uk
£19.91 sheet

Bamboo Lustre Avocado Satin Mosaic 28.2x29.4cm

Sold by the sheet. The Bamboo Lustre Avocado Satin mosaic is a porcelain mosaic with a satin finish. The Bamboo mosaic range is a stick like mosaic...

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Bamboo Soft Grey Gloss Mosaic 28.4x29.5cm-mosaic tile-Ca Pietra-tile.co.uk
Bamboo Soft Grey Gloss Mosaic 28.4x29.5cm-mosaic tile-Ca Pietra-tile.co.uk
£14.63 sheet

Bamboo Soft Grey Gloss Mosaic 28.4x29.5cm

Sold by the sheet. Size per sheet 28.4x29.5cm. Also known as a pencil or Kit Kat mosaic. The Bamboo Soft Grey Gloss mosaic is a porcelain mosaic wi...

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Victorian Style Olive Green Dado tile 7.5x15cm-Brick style tiles-Ca Pietra-Tile.co.uk
Victorian Style Olive Green Dado tile 7.5x15cm-Brick style tiles-Ca Pietra-Tile.co.uk
£8.09

Victorian Style Olive Green Dado tile 7.5x15cm

Sold by the tile. The Victorian Style Crackle Olive Green Dado is a smooth gloss ceramic wall tile. This range has the opportunity to create a cl...

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Glass House tile 20x20cm-Pattern tile-Ca Pietra-tile.co.uk
Glass House tile 20x20cm-Pattern tile-Ca Pietra-tile.co.uk
£95.59 m2

Glass House tile 20x20cm

Glass House porcelain tile 20x20cm. A glazed porcelain tile with a matt finish. Glass House celebrates the flora of tropical greenhouses with a ble...

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Brompton Milk Field tile 20x20cm-Porcelain tile-Ca Pietra-tile.co.uk
Brompton Milk Field tile 20x20cm-Porcelain tile-Ca Pietra-tile.co.uk
£78.90 m2

Brompton Milk Field tile 20x20cm

Sold by the box of 15 tiles = 0.6 square metre per box.  Brompton Milk white porcelain brick tile 20x20cm. A glazed porcelain tile with a matt fini...

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Gelato Scallop Mint Mosaic 25.9x27.3cm-mosaic tile-Ca Pietra-tile.co.uk
Gelato Scallop Mint Mosaic 25.9x27.3cm-mosaic tile-Ca Pietra-tile.co.uk
£13.13 sheet

Gelato Scallop Mint Mosaic 25.9x27.3cm

The Gelato Scallop Mint mosaic is a porcelain mosaic with a gloss finish. The Gelato mosaic range consists of scallop shaped tiles which are very o...

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Architectural Black Dado tile 5x20cm-Brick style tiles-Ca Pietra-tile.co.uk
Architectural Black Dado tile 5x20cm-Brick style tiles-Ca Pietra-Tile.co.uk
£4.98

Architectural Black Dado tile 5x20cm

Sold by the tile. The Architectural Black Dado is a smooth gloss ceramic wall tile moulding. Enhance your tile design with our Architectural Blac...

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Clover Field wall tile 13x13cm-Ceramic wall tile-Original Style-tile.co.uk
Clover Field wall tile 13x13cm-Ceramic wall tile-Original Style-tile.co.uk
£99.71 m2

Clover Field wall tile 13x13cm

Original Style Winchester Metropolitan range Clover field ceramic wall tile with a gloss finish. The Clover field tile features a beautiful, pearle...

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Chalk Ogee Moulding tile 3x20cm-Ceramic Tiles-Original Style-tile.co.uk
£29.96

Chalk Ogee Moulding tile 3x20cm

Original Style Winchester Metropolitan range Chalk Ogee Moulding tile. Sold by the box = 4 tiles. 5 tiles = 1 linear metre. The Chalk Ogee Moulding...

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Bamboo Verdigris Gloss Mosaic 28.4x29.5cm-mosaic tile-Ca Pietra-tile.co.uk
Bamboo Verdigris Gloss Mosaic 28.4x29.5cm-mosaic tile-Ca Pietra-Tile.co.uk
£14.63 sheet

Bamboo Verdigris Gloss Mosaic 28.4x29.5cm

Sold by the sheet. Also known as a pencil or Kit Kat mosaic. The Bamboo Verdigris Gloss mosaic is a porcelain mosaic with a gloss finish. The Bambo...

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Medina Hexagon Navy Blue tile 14x16cm-Hexagon tile-Ca Pietra-tile.co.uk
Medina Hexagon Navy Blue tile 14x16cm-Hexagon tile-Ca Pietra-tile.co.uk
£99.09 m2

Medina Hexagon Navy Blue tile 14x16cm

Medina Hexagon Navy Blue matt porcelain tile 14x16cm A glazed porcelain tile with a matt finish. The Medina range is a collection of pastel tones, ...

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Medina Brick Navy Blue tile 7x28cm-Brick style tiles-Ca Pietra-tile.co.uk
Medina Brick Navy Blue tile 7x28cm-Brick style tiles-Ca Pietra-tile.co.uk
£88.05 m2

Medina Brick Navy Blue tile 7x28cm

Sold by the box of 28 tiles = 0.55 square metre per box.  Medina Brick Navy Blue matt porcelain brick tile 7x28cm by Ca Pietra. A glazed porcelain ...

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Cabana Sicily Pattern tile 20x20cm-Pattern tile-Ca Pietra-tile.co.uk
Cabana Sicily Pattern tile 20x20cm-Pattern tile-Ca Pietra-tile.co.uk
£89.58 m2

Cabana Sicily Pattern tile 20x20cm

Cabana Sicily porcelain tile 20x20cm. A glazed porcelain tile with a matt finish. Cabana Sicily pattern is suitable for internal and external walls...

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Cabana Flamingo Tree Pattern tile 20x20cm-Pattern tile-Ca Pietra-tile.co.uk
Cabana Flamingo Tree Pattern tile 20x20cm-Pattern tile-Ca Pietra-tile.co.uk
£89.58 m2

Cabana Flamingo Tree Pattern tile 20x20cm

Cabana Flamingo Tree porcelain tile 20x20cm. Sold by the box of 15 tiles = 0.6 square metre per box. A glazed porcelain tile with a matt finish. Ca...

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Cabana Havana Pattern tile 20x20cm-Pattern tile-Ca Pietra-tile.co.uk
Cabana Havana Pattern tile 20x20cm-Pattern tile-Ca Pietra-tile.co.uk
£89.58 m2

Cabana Havana Pattern tile 20x20cm

Cabana Havana porcelain tile 20x20cm. Sold by the box of 15 tiles = 0.6 square metre per box.  A glazed porcelain tile with a matt finish. Cabana H...

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Brompton Borough Pattern tile 20x20cm-Pattern tile-Ca Pietra-tile.co.uk
Brompton Borough Pattern tile 20x20cm-Pattern tile-Ca Pietra-tile.co.uk
£84.90 m2

Brompton Borough Pattern tile 20x20cm

Brompton Borough porcelain brick tile 20x20cm. A glazed porcelain tile with a matt finish. Brompton Borough pattern is suitable for internal and ex...

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Brewhouse Rectangle tile 22.5x45cm-Porcelain tile-Ca Pietra-Tile.co.uk
Brewhouse Brick tile 11x22.5cm-Porcelain tile-Ca Pietra-Tile.co.uk
£62.86 m2

Brewhouse Brick tile 11x22.5cm

Brewhouse brick matt porcelain brick tile 11x22.5cm A glazed porcelain tile with a matt finish. Brewhouse brick brings an aged terracotta look into...

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Architectural White Pencil tile 1x20cm-Brick style tiles-Ca Pietra-Tile.co.uk
Architectural White Pencil tile 1x20cm-Brick style tiles-Ca Pietra-Tile.co.uk
£3.64

Architectural White Pencil tile 1x20cm

Sold by the tile. The Architectural White Pencil is a smooth gloss ceramic wall tile moulding. Enhance your tile design with our Architectural Wh...

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Architectural White Bead tile 2x20cm-Brick style tiles-Ca Pietra-Tile.co.uk
Sample Swatch Architectural White Bead tile - Delivered separately by Ca Pietra-sample-sample-Tile.co.uk
£4.27

Architectural White Bead tile 2x20cm

Sold by the tile. The Architectural White Bead is a smooth gloss ceramic wall tile moulding. Enhance your tile design with our Architectural Whit...

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Architectural Olive Green Dado tile 5x20cm-Brick style tiles-Ca Pietra-tile.co.uk
Architectural Olive Green Dado tile 5x20cm-Brick style tiles-Ca Pietra-Tile.co.uk
£4.98

Architectural Olive Green Dado tile 5x20cm

Sold by the tile. The Architectural Olive Green Dado is a smooth gloss ceramic wall tile moulding. Enhance your tile design with our Architectura...

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Architectural White Dado tile 5x20cm-Brick style tiles-Ca Pietra-Tile.co.uk
Architectural White Dado tile 5x20cm-Brick style tiles-Ca Pietra-Tile.co.uk
£4.98

Architectural White Dado tile 5x20cm

Sold by the tile. The Architectural White Dado is a smooth gloss ceramic wall tile moulding. Enhance your tile design with our Architectural Whit...

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Kitchen Splash Back Tile - FAQ

What is a kitchen splashback tile?

A kitchen splashback tile is a protective and decorative surface installed on the wall behind a kitchen countertop, stove, or sink. Its main function is to prevent water, grease, and food splatters from staining or damaging the wall while also adding an aesthetic element to the kitchen. Splashback tiles are typically made from materials like ceramic, glass, metal, or stone, and they come in various colors, shapes, and patterns, allowing for both functionality and design flexibility.

Should splashback tiles be lighter or darker than the countertop?

Whether splashback tiles should be lighter or darker than the countertop depends on the overall design and atmosphere you want to create in your kitchen. Here are some considerations for both options:

Lighter Splashback Tiles:

  • Brighter and Airier Look: Lighter tiles create an open, bright feel, making the kitchen appear more spacious.
  • Subtle Contrast: They can provide a subtle contrast if the countertop is darker, creating a balanced, harmonious look.
  • Modern and Minimalist Aesthetic: Light tones often fit well with modern or minimalist designs, giving a clean, fresh vibe.

Darker Splashback Tiles:

  • Bold and Dramatic Effect: Darker tiles can add a sense of depth and create a striking contrast with lighter countertops.
  • Sophisticated Appearance: Dark tiles often give a more elegant or luxurious feel to the kitchen.
  • Highlighting Feature: Dark splashback tiles can make the backsplash a focal point, drawing attention to that area.

Ultimately, it's about your personal style and how you want the kitchen to feel—whether cohesive and subtle, or bold and statement-making. Many designers aim for a complementary contrast between the splashback and the countertop for visual interest.

Can splashback tiles be installed behind appliances like dishwashers or ovens?

Splashback tiles are typically installed on walls, but they can extend behind certain appliances with some considerations:

  1. Behind Ovens:

Yes, splashback tiles are commonly installed behind ovens, particularly on the wall behind cooktops or ranges. Tiles protect the wall from heat, grease, and food splatters. However, it's essential to ensure that the tiles are heat-resistant, especially behind gas stoves or ovens, where high temperatures are frequent.

2.Behind Dishwashers:

Generally, splashback tiles are not installed directly behind dishwashers, as dishwashers are under-counter appliances and don’t typically expose the wall to water splashes. However, the wall area above the counter and sink where water splashes might occur can be tiled.

In summary, splashback tiles are most useful and practical in areas exposed to heat or water, like behind stovetops, sinks, or ovens, but are unnecessary behind fully built-in appliances like dishwashers.

Do splashback tiles need to be heat resistant?

Yes, splashback tiles should be heat-resistant, especially if they are installed behind cooktops, stoves, or other areas exposed to high temperatures. Heat-resistant tiles ensure safety and durability, preventing cracking or damage caused by the heat from appliances.

Ideal Heat-Resistant Tile Materials:

  • Ceramic and Porcelain Tiles: These are popular choices for splashbacks because they can withstand high temperatures and are easy to clean.
  • Glass Tiles: Glass is heat-resistant and offers a sleek, modern look, though it's more prone to showing smudges and fingerprints.
  • Metal Tiles: Stainless steel or other metal tiles are also highly resistant to heat, making them a good option behind cooktops or ovens.

Always check the specifications of the tiles you choose to ensure they are rated for heat exposure, especially for use behind a stove or oven.

Should splashback tiles match the worktop?

Splashback tiles do not have to match the worktop, but they should complement it in terms of color, style, and texture to create a cohesive design. Here are some options to consider:

Matching the Worktop:

  • Seamless Look: Matching tiles with the worktop can create a unified, seamless appearance, giving the kitchen a clean and harmonious feel.
  • Same Material: In some designs, the same material used for the worktop (like quartz or marble) is extended up the wall as a splashback, making the space look sleek and continuous.

Contrasting the Worktop:

  • Visual Interest: Using contrasting splashback tiles adds depth and visual interest to the kitchen. For example, if you have a plain worktop, patterned or textured tiles can add character.
  • Highlighting Features: A contrasting splashback can act as a focal point, drawing attention to the backsplash area while balancing the overall design.

Ultimately, it's about achieving the look you want—whether a seamless flow or a striking contrast. Many designers recommend coordinating colors and textures rather than matching exactly for a more dynamic and personalized design.

Do splashback tiles need sealing?

Whether splashback tiles need sealing depends on the material used for the tiles and the grout:

Tiles That Require Sealing:

Natural Stone Tiles (e.g., marble, travertine, limestone, slate): these porous materials need sealing to prevent stains from water, grease, and food splashes. Sealing also protects the stone from absorbing moisture, which can lead to discoloration.

Tiles That Don’t Require Sealing:

Glazed Ceramic or Porcelain Tiles: These tiles have a protective, non-porous glaze, making them water- and stain-resistant, so they generally do not require sealing.

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