While it feels like a never-ending winter right now in the UK, we have lighter and warmer days to look forward to very soon. This means that for many of us, we will also be looking forward to spending more time enjoying our outdoor spaces.
So, what better time to get started on your outdoor renovations than right now? We have an expansive range of external paving for numerous design styles, from classic to contemporary, and various stylish shades to choose from. We thought it would be a good idea to list three main things you should consider when choosing your ideal outdoor tiles, so read on to find out more!
The location of your external tiles
Without a doubt, the location of your external tiles will have an impact on the type of tile you ultimately opt for. Luckily, all of our outdoor tiles are made from high-quality and durable materials like porcelain and stone, which are able to naturally withstand high-traffic areas.
Larger spaces
For larger spaces like driveways, it’s crucial to consider how well your chosen tiles are going to fare against the impacts of the weather and increased usage, whilst still maintaining a stylish flair. Our Monte Carlo Exterior Porcelain Tile range offers exactly that, with the benefit of a matt, anti-slip finish to ensure your outdoor tiles are safe for anybody walking on them.
Take the Monte Carlo Anthracite Exterior Porcelain Tiles 600 x 600mm for example, which are the perfect choice for those who want a classy and modern driveway, and one which can be easily maintained due to their porcelain composition. This Anthracite shade emanates a luxury feel and can conveniently hide any external matter like dirt from around your driveway, meaning you have to spend less time cleaning it. Because of their low absorption rate too, any rain you get will help to wash that dirt away automatically.
Smaller spaces
For locations which are not as expansive, like small patio areas or steps for example, the same principles still apply but you may want to think about how your tiles are going to pair with any garden furniture you may have. You may want to harness the beauty of the outdoors with the timeless Maidstone Beige Exterior Porcelain Paving 895 x 595mm. Their light beige shade combined with large format design gives the illusion of an expanded space and can be implemented within a number of garden formats.
Your personal style choices
Not only must you consider the safety of your tiles as a paramount priority, but it is also important that you don’t have to compromise on style in doing so. After all, you are the one who is going to be enjoying your outdoor space the most!
Contemporary outdoor tiles
If you want to incorporate a fresh, contemporary feel into your outdoor space, then look no further. Our outdoor tile collection features a number of modern external paving choices, including the Quebec Grey Exterior Porcelain Tiles 595 x 595mm. Achieving an effortless and sleek effect, our large format tiles can help brighten up your garden space in no time. Still benefiting from the durability of porcelain, these tiles offer a fantastic foundation to be creative with your garden space, thanks to their neutral colour palette.
Classic outdoor tiles
If the ultra-sleek look isn’t to your personal taste, we have various classic outdoor tiles for you to consider. Our Oxford Beige Exterior Porcelain Tiles 900 x 600mm offer that classic look which may be more suited to your preferences. With a naturally tranquil feel, these porcelain tiles will have you enjoying the relaxing nature of your outdoor space in no time. Tiles such as these really do stand the test of time, so you don’t have to worry about them looking outdated.
… Or a combination of both!
Sometimes, you may want a mix of both modern and traditional. That’s where the Canterbury Rustic Exterior Porcelain Tiles 900 x 600mm come in. With a rustic colour palette of browns and greys, this luxurious tile is certainly unique. The stone-effect markings allows for a stunning design feature within your outdoor space and can help the smallest of spaces feel nice and roomy. Once again benefitting from an anti-slip finish, these tiles are epitome of practical yet premium.
How much light does your outdoor space get?
One thing that many people often forget about when choosing their outdoor tiles is what they will look like all year round. It’s important to remember that your outdoor tiles will change their appearance slightly depending on how much light is hitting them at that time of year. And as we all know in the UK, things can change pretty quickly when it comes to the weather.
Especially when opting for bolder shades in smaller spaces, you can sometimes run the risk of making your space feeling more enclosed. This is why opting for lighter and brighter tile shades is a universally used technique to give the illusion of a more open area. That’s why getting the ball rolling on your outdoor renovations now means you have plenty of time to make an informed decision on which types of tiles will work best for your space.
We hope we’ve given you some useful food for thought when it comes to choosing your outdoor tiles! Make sure you check out our entire range of external paving, including all of the tiles mentioned here in this article and many more.
If you would like to discuss this further with a member of our team, we’d be happy to chat with you! We also offer free tile samples for all tiles in our online store, in case you wanted to try before you buy.
