Small bathrooms usually have a slight disadvantage for not allowing as much space as you’d need to design. When working with particularly small spaces, the idea is to create an illusion that makes them appear bigger. It will sometimes take the expertise of an interior designer and/or architectural visualiser who can provide a visual representation of the desired outcome to … Read More
Bathroom Tile Ideas for Your En Suite
One question we get asked on a regular basis is whether one should adopt parquet or tiles for their en suite or bathroom. Be it your own room or someone else’s, the desired look may differ. Not to worry. Here at Elstow Ceramic Tiles, we’ve been supplying a wide range of superb tiles around the world since 1983. All of … Read More
Fun ways to use mosaic tiles
Lots of people use mosaic tiles to decorate their homes and to create an original and amazing interior in their home. Mosaic tiles are popular due to their unmatched variety and unique visual appeal. The tiles are a small square that come in different shapes and textures. Using a mosaic tile is a great way to turn an ordinary room, … Read More
Why Should I Have Splash-back Tiles in my Kitchen?
Typically found in bathrooms and kitchens behind areas where spillages, splashes, or drops of liquid are likely to hit the walls, splashbacks consist of tiles or other materials used to protect the walls. They are often positioned behind sinks or hobs to protect the walls from splashes of food, water, oil, and other liquids. These sections help to protect the … Read More
Christmas Opening Hours 2017
The biccies are out, the terrible jumpers are on and it seems that Christmas is almost upon us. So, for the duration of the festive break, please find our Christmas opening hours below: 21st: Closed 22nd: Closed 23rd: Closed 24th: Closed Christmas Eve 25th: Closed Christmas Day 26th: Closed Boxing Day 27th: Closed 28th: 10am – 4pm 29th: 10am … Read More
Renovate your tiles on the cheap! Just replace the broken tiles
Most of the tiles everyone has in their homes have a tendency of being damaged due to aging, but floor tiles in particular get a lot of wear or can be easily cracked if hard or sharp implements are dropped on them. Whilst sometime this can be due to the type of the tiles, most often it’s just due to … Read More
2018 Tile Trends to Watch Out For
Want your house to stand out this coming year? Add some of the latest tiles to your home! If you are not a fan of tiles, then you could be missing out. Every other year, there are new decorations of tiles that will pull you to change the existing ones in your kitchen or hall. 2018 is fast approaching and … Read More
The Pros and Cons of Ceramic, Porcelain, Stone, Cement & Glass Tiles
We know that when customers first enter our showroom in Bedford – or any other showroom for that matter – the sheer volume of choice can be pretty overwhelming. There are such a large range of options, from ceramic porcelain and stone, to cement and glass tiles, all with different benefits we understand it can be hard to know where … Read More
Laying Floor Tiles: A How-To Guide
If you’re a keen DIYer, or want to save yourself some money, you’ll be pleased to know that with the right preparation – laying floor tiles is a relatively simple job. The key is to do your research, and take the job step-by-step – which is where we can help! Here we outline the tools you’ll need and the steps … Read More
How to use mirrored furniture and tiles to enhance your home’s interior design
Choosing furniture for your house can be a lengthy and difficult process, especially if you want to have a coherent design throughout your home. The same goes for the rest of the design factors, including tiles and wallpaper. Have you ever thought about considering mirrored furniture and tiles? This article is all about how you can use mirrored furniture and … Read More