Will floor tiles make my room look larger?

Whether your room will look larger with floor tiles depends on the size of the tiles themselves. Large tiles can make a space appear more expansive, particularly when they are light in colour and without any design. A light-colour grout is also recommended to retain this seamless illusion.

How do I choose between porcelain and ceramic floor tiles?

Ceramic tiles are derived from processed clay that is then glazed. Porcelain tiles are a type of ceramic with greater quartz and silica content. This molecular complexity provides greater resistance to temperature and the elements. As a general rule of thumb, porcelain is better suited for wet areas and outdoors.

Can I install floor tiles on wooden floorboards?

It’s possible to install floor tiles on wooden floorboards, as long as the installation surface is sufficiently sturdy. Home building experts in New Zealand usually recommend using ‘backer boards’, which offer an additional layer of protection over your original floorboards and prevent any movement that may disrupt the tiles. ‘Backer boards’ are commonly made of plywood.

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Floor Tiles

- Floor tiles are a great choice for many spaces in the home. They are affordable, durable, attractive, and extremely easy to maintain. There are a variety of designs and styles to consider including patterned, coloured, matte and gloss as well as a range of materials. We feature only the finest floor tiles in New Zealand from trusted and reputable suppliers.

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In Falda Travertine Wall & Floor Tiles

Tile Warehouse

Louis Black Natural Porcelain Tile 600x1200

Newpearl Tiles

Shale Greige Ribbed

Tile Space

Nature Mood Floor & Wall Tile

European Ceramics

Rovere

Tile Depot

Pedre Travertine

Designsource

Lux Noor Wall and Floor Tiles

Tile Warehouse

Venus Grey Porcelain Tile 600x1200

Newpearl Tiles

Abbey Stone

Tile Depot

Silver Light Travertine

Designsource

Pietra Marais Flor & Wall Tile

European Ceramics

I Ciottoli

Global Tile

Casline Grey Natural Porcelain Tile 1200x2700x6mm

Newpearl Tiles

Porfirica Tile Collection

Artisan

Natural Stone Imports

Pool coping, paving, decorative tiling, steppers

1741 | Floor and Wall Tiles

Quantum

Calacatta Delicato Polish | Tile Space

Tile Space

J.U.S.T | Wall and Floor Tiles

European Ceramics

Eco Outdoor Hand Pressed Cement Tiles

Eco Outdoor®

Chateau Collection | Floor and Wall Tiles

Quantum

Cascade Black Natural 800x2600

Newpearl Tiles

Limestone | Floor and Wall Tiles

European Ceramics

Gecko | Bali Besakih Tiles

Tile Space

Kasbah Taco White Matt Tiles

Tile Space

Aromas Floor and Wall Tiles

Tile Warehouse

Dhara Ash by Colorker

Brymac Tiles

Crete Black Porcelain Tile 900x1800

Newpearl Tiles

Terra by Gigacer

Tile Warehouse

Confetto Mattone Floor & Wall Tiles

Global Tile

Highland Stone

Natural stone construction, restoration, cladding services

I Trav Rosso Vein Matt 60x120

Tile Space

Evo Tile Collection by Fanal

Brymac Tiles

Harlem Collection | Floor and Wall Tiles

Quantum

Poetry Wood by ABK

Tile Warehouse

Sfrido Cemento4 Nero Floor & Wall Tiles

Global Tile

English Grey Polished 800x2600x9mm

Newpearl Tiles

Basaltina Natural Stone Tiles

Designsource

Kasbah Taco Orchad Pink Matt Tiles

Tile Space

De Rex Etoile Tile Floor & Wall Range

European Ceramics

Shade Decor Impression Floor & Wall Tiles

Global Tile

Sassiepietre | Floor and Wall Tiles

European Ceramics

Pigmenta by Ascota

Brymac Tiles

Costa Nova Pink Matt

Tile Space

Fango

Tile Depot

The Natural Stone Co.

Custom natural stone tile cladding installation

Confetto Avio Floor & Wall Tiles

Global Tile

Vantablack | Floor Tiles

Quantum

Losa Rock Light Cream Natural 600x1200

Newpearl Tiles

Gecko | Kiel Pearl 60 Tiles

Tile Space

I Trav Beige Vein Matt 60x120

Tile Space

More Design Grigio Tile

Brymac Tiles

Axis Collection | Floor and Wall Tiles

Quantum

Brera Floor & Wall Tile

European Ceramics

Gecko | Triunfo Graphite Tiles

Tile Space

Allure Tiles by Cotto D'Este

BelloCasa

Ego Porcelain Floor & Wall Tiles

Tile Depot

Gecko | Magic Stone Sand Tiles

Tile Space

Mutina Bas Relief Floor & Wall Tile

European Ceramics

I Trav Grigio Vein Matt 60x120

Tile Space

Moggens

High-performance sealants and adhesives for professionals

Stellar | Floor and Wall Tiles

Quantum

Shale Dark Matt

Tile Space

Blend Stone by Cotto d'Este - Wall & Floor Tiles

BelloCasa

Terrazzo Rialto Lapp 60 | Tile Space

Tile Space

Evoluta Porcelain Tile Collection by Ceramiche Piemme

Brymac Tiles

Dorian Wall & Floor Tiles

Tile Warehouse

Penta Vanguard Bali Stone Floor & Wall Tiles

Global Tile

I Trav Bianco Crosscut Grip 60

Tile Space

I Filati Di Rex Floor & Wall Tile Slab

European Ceramics

Prowalk Tile by Ascot

Brymac Tiles

Cerim Timeless Amani Floor & Wall Tile

European Ceramics

Mystone Travertino | Floor & Wall Tiles

European Ceramics

Perpetual

Tile Depot

Stair Nosing Sugy M4 Dark Terracotta Floor Tiles

Global Tile

Eurotect Flashing

Installation of window flashings for weatherproofing

Yosemite by BluStyle - Tiles

BelloCasa

Petra San Remo Internal & External Stone Tile

European Ceramics

Longarine Brio Wall & Floor Tiles

Global Tile

Rumi Travertine

Designsource

Gecko | Versat Natural Tiles

Tile Space

Eclectic Tile Collection

Artisan

Ferrocemento Tiles

Tile Depot

Ibla Porcelain Tile

Brymac Tiles

Sensi 900 Precious Black by ABK

Tile Warehouse

Nieve Verde Floor & Wall Tiles

Global Tile

Mosa River Tile Collection

Artisan

Calacatta Prestige Polish | Tile Space

Tile Space

Van Gogh Gold Polished Porcelain Tile 1200x2700

Newpearl Tiles

Pietra di Orosei Collection | Floor & Wall Tile

Quantum

Natural Stone Imports

Pool coping, paving, decorative tiling, steppers

Borgogna Bianco Modula Floor & Wall Tiles

Global Tile

Ampilly French Limestone

Designsource

Alfresca 20mm | Porcelain Pavers

Quantum

Mutina - Kosei Floor and Wall Tile

European Ceramics

Bianco Imperale Natural

Tile Depot

Glaze by Unica - Tiles

BelloCasa

I-Cocci-Siciliani | Floor and Wall Tiles

European Ceramics

Vergis Grey Polished 900x1800

Newpearl Tiles

I Trav Beige Ribbed 60x120

Tile Space

Enzo Microgrip Floor Tiles

Tile Depot

Glitch Benoy Porcelain Tiles by Ceramiche Piemme

Brymac Tiles

Astrum | Floor and Wall Tiles

Quantum

Venice Villa Floor Tiles

Tile Warehouse

Arctic Tundra Grey Matt 60x120

Tile Space

Highland Stone

Natural stone construction, restoration, cladding services

S-Tone Porcelain Tile by Vitacer

Brymac Tiles

Gecko | Tundra Stone Ivory Tiles

Tile Space

Unica

Tile Depot

Supreme Medley Pulpis Matt | 60x120

Tile Space

Madison-Brooklyn Stone Tiles by Colorker

Brymac Tiles

Glamour | Floor and Wall Tiles

Quantum

Carbonic Polished Black Porcelain Tile 900x1800

Newpearl Tiles

The Rock Grey Natural

Tile Depot

Louis Grey Porcelain Tile 600x1200

Newpearl Tiles

Arkigeo Floor and Wall Tiles

European Ceramics

Grace

Tile Depot

An Industry First - Global Green Tag by Tile Warehouse

Tile Warehouse

Ailo Grey Polished Porcelain Tile 800x2600x9mm

Newpearl Tiles

Red Porphyry

Designsource

The Natural Stone Co.

Custom natural stone tile cladding installation

Odyssey Collection | Floor & Wall Tile

Quantum

Ultra Nero Marquina Wall & Floor Tiles

Tile Warehouse

Anima Stone Tile by Ariana

Brymac Tiles

Eterea | Porcelain Tiles

European Ceramics

I Trav Grigio Ribbed 60x120

Tile Space

Makrana | Floor and Wall Tiles

European Ceramics

Sukabumi

Tile Depot

Supreme Breccia Imp Matt | 60x120

Tile Space

Carrara White Polished Porcelain Tile 600x1200

Newpearl Tiles

Sensi Gems Taj Mahal by ABK

Tile Warehouse

Grolla Rosato Limestone Tiles & Cladding

Designsource

Kasbah Base Bone Tiles

Tile Space

Travertino Greige Floor & Wall Tiles

Global Tile

Grigio Olivo Grey Limestone Tiles & Cladding

Designsource

Moggens

High-performance sealants and adhesives for professionals

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Why choose floor tiles?

Floor tiles are a perfect solution for many different spaces in the house, most notably the bathroom, laundry and kitchen where moisture is prevalent. They are a reliable way to protect your walls from water damage, allowing you to do your daily tasks without any additional maintenance. They also come in a wide variety of designs and work with many other types of tiles, allowing you to customise and tailor the look to fit the aesthetic of your home.

Advantages of floor tiles

Ease of maintenance: Floor tiles are resistant to spills, dirt, and stains, making them great for task-orientated spaces prone to splashing. All spills remain on the tile surface without being absorbed and can be easily mopped or wiped away. Glazed and porcelain floor tiles can be treated with any cleaning solution without the risk of damage.
Water resistance: Floor tiles are a preferred choice for bathrooms and kitchens due to their water-resistant properties. This is inherent in glazed tiles while unglazed tiles can be sealed.
Durability: Floor tiles are robust and are designed to deal with significant stress, allowing them to last for decades.
Cost-effectiveness: They are also reasonably priced in New Zealand, depending on the quality of material, design and brand.

Types of floor tiles

Ceramic

Ceramic tiles are popular due to their versatility. They are made from clay, mined, prepared, fired in a kiln, and then glazed. The glazing protects the tile’s surface and provides shiny, glass-like quality, highly resistant to abrasion and scratches, giving them a longer lifespan.

Porcelain

Porcelain tiles are classified as a type of ceramic with a higher ratio of quartz and silica and fired at a higher temperature. Exposure to extreme heat makes them robust, dense and complex, with improved resistance to extreme temperatures and elements. Porcelain tiles are available in a wide variety of patterns, styles, and colours, glazed or unglazed.

Glass

Glass tiles contain pieces of glass of different colours, cut into uniform shapes, and available both as mosaic tiles on a mesh sheet or as individual tiles. They can be found in a range of styles, textures, shapes, and hues. Glass tiles boast a high level of stain and water resistance, and are also typically textured to avoid slips.

Stone

Natural stone tiles are a popular flooring option in New Zealand with a distinctive organic appeal. Due to porosity, most stone floor tiles must be sealed before being put to use. Sandstone tiles are very durable and suitable for use in high-traffic areas, both outdoors and indoors. Marble and travertine tiles are among the most sophisticated and luxurious tiling options on the market that add great value to any property.

Concrete and Terrazzo

Concrete floor tiles are very durable with smooth, discreet finishes. Adding chips of stones, quartz, glass, and other relevant materials to cement makes terrazzo tiles, with a visually dynamic, long-lasting surface.

How to choose floor tiles for your home

When selecting floor tiles in New Zealand, it's crucial to consider the specific needs of the space, including durability, slip resistance, and maintenance. For high-traffic areas, choose tiles with a high PEI rating to ensure they can withstand wear and tear. In wet areas like bathrooms and kitchens, opt for tiles with good slip resistance to enhance safety. The material is also a key factor; porcelain tiles offer great durability and water resistance, making them suitable for both indoor and outdoor use, while ceramic tiles are ideal for areas with less foot traffic. Additionally, consider the tile size and colour, as these can significantly impact the room's overall appearance, with lighter colours making spaces appear larger and darker hues creating a cosy ambience. Maintenance is another important aspect, with glazed tiles being easier to clean compared to natural stone tiles that may require sealing. Balancing these considerations with the aesthetic appeal and your budget will help you choose the right floor tiles for your New Zealand home or business.

Other types of tiles to consider

If you’re looking to build or renovate a home, you may be interested in some other types of tiles to complete your project. Wall tiles, for instance, can work brilliantly with floor tiles to help create a cohesive look or as a dramatic contrast. Alternatively, decorative tiles are a great option to consider to create a stylish accent in a space.

If you need assistance in finding the right floor tiles for your home or office, ArchiPro provides a connection to various professionals, ready to assist with all requirements and questions. Simply click "Contact supplier" on the product's page, or visit the supplier's website directly from the product's page.