" The customer visited our Hertfordshire showroom wanting a practical tile with natural character , but one that would also complement the contemporary style they had in mind . "
FLOORING
WHAT ARE YOUR TOP 3 TIPS WHEN CHOOSING A FLOOR TILE TO CREATE AN INDOOR / OUTDOOR FLOW ?
1 . Choose a finish suitable for outside – we recommend a tumbled or brushed finish which gives natural texture and is forgiving for high traffic areas . For porcelain , pavers come in a ‘ grip ’ finish which is perfect for outside also .
2 . Consider the colour palette for exterior and interior – choose a tile that is a timeless neutral to complement both the brick / rendering for outside , as well as wall colours / kitchen shades for inside .
3 . Opt for a large format tile – all our natural stone and porcelain tiles / pavers are stocked in large format tiles ( natural stone 500x FreeLength / 600 x FreeLength or porcelain 900x600 , 800x800 ). For an indoor , outdoor flow , one of the key things is creating an illusion of more space – a large format tile helps to do this by minimising grout lines and maximising the focus on the tile . Another consideration is whether you lay the tiles width or length ways from the point you stand ( from where your doors open ). For narrow spaces , width ways will make the space appear wider . For shorter spaces , lengths ways will make the garden appear longer – your eyes will naturally always follow the line of the tiles !
WHY ARE OUTDOOR TILES SO POPULAR ?
In recent years the infinity flooring trend has boomed and now internal flooring choices often need to encompass the external requirements . Over the course of the past year , gardens have become more important than ever , offering a place for homeowners to escape and recharge . With people staying at home more often , outdoor spaces have become a personal sanctuary of rest and relaxation away from the distractions of everyday life and a place for entertaining . Limestone and stone effect porcelain tiles offer the perfect indoor , outdoor flooring option for this trend , thanks to their suitability , practicality and various options in shade and style .
Quorn Stone , 01509 416557 , sales @ mystonefloor . com , www . mystonefloor . com
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