Creating a Warmer Look with Tiles

As the winter chill sets in, you will want a bathroom that feels warm and cosy. While your heating will keep the bathroom warm, there are certain things you can do to make your bathroom look warmer too. If your bathroom has a cool design scheme, it will trick your mind into thinking it’s cold, which isn’t ideal for this time of year! And if you want to cut down on energy costs by turning on the heating less, a warm look will help make your bathroom feel more comfortable and homely.

Our guide will show you how to create a warmer look with tiles and reveal how you can make your tiles feel warm to the touch on a cold winter’s morning!

Warm Colours

Ditch the cool colours this winter and opt for warm, neutral tiles like off-whites, browns, beiges, and warm greys. These comforting colours will create a warm atmosphere in your bathroom. They are also highly versatile, as they can be mixed and matched and used in any style of bathroom. Our warm neutral tiles come in a variety of styles and designs, from large format tiles to funky mosaics. To shop the full range, click here.

If you prefer a bit of colour, go for a rich green tile like the Metro Verde Bottle Green Tile. This is the perfect accent feature for a warm and cosy bathroom, and can be used as a feature wall or for the whole room.

Mustard yellow is also ideal for making a bathroom feel warmer as it makes the room look brighter and creates cosy cottage vibes. It also adapts to the season it's in, so it looks beautiful all year round! The Palm Striped Hex Tile has a bold mustard yellow background and a contemporary pattern, so it warms things up while making a statement.

Marble

When creating a warm and opulent look, you can't go wrong with a white marble effect tile! White marble also reflects the light and brightens up the room, creating a warm glow. Our marble tiles come in a wide range of styles and sizes, so you are sure to find one that best suits your space. If you want an all-marble room, we recommend mixing two different marble tiles for visual interest and texture, such as a large-format tile with a metro or mosaic. If you are tiling a small bathroom or ensuite, stick to large format tiles to make the room feel bigger and brighter.

Marble works wonderfully with wood tones - enhance the warmth of your marble bathroom by adding wood effect tiles in select areas!

Wood Effect

Adding a touch of nature to your bathroom will help make the space feel warmer. Brown wood effect tiles are a cost-effective way to achieve this. They replicate natural wood but are better suited for the bathroom as they are more durable, resistant to moisture, and lower maintenance. To shop our range of warm and cosy wood effect tiles, click here.

Stone Effect

It may come as a surprise, but stone has a warming effect on your bathroom. This is because it creates luxury spa vibes, so you can feel relaxed and cosy in your own sanctuary these winter months.

Stone is expensive and requires a lot of maintenance, which isn’t ideal for most households. Suitable for walls and floors, our stone effect tiles look just like the real thing. This means you can enjoy the look of natural stone without the high cost or required upkeep. All tiles in this range are made from ceramic or porcelain so they are hard-wearing, durable, and suitable for high-moisture environments. These tiles also look fabulous with other warm, organic textures such as wood and marble effect.

Bronze Tiles

Bronze tiles are very on-trend, and their shimmer and glow will also make your bathroom look warmer. We recommend our Devon Metallic Bronze Subway Tile. It has a dark, shadowy bronze finish and an uneven surface, so the light reflects off it in unique ways. This means it looks different from every angle! It is the perfect tile for highlighting certain areas of the bathroom like your shower enclosure or the area around your vanity.

The Ena Bronze Feature Wall Tile also has an uneven surface and adds visual interest and luxury to your bathroom. Its warm metallic finish reflects the light, so it’s perfect for both bright and dark bathrooms. It accurately imitates natural bronze, so you can achieve an extravagant, warm look in your bathroom without breaking the bank. Contrast it with large format floor tiles, or pair it with the Even Bronze Wall Tile to add more dimension to your space.

Dark Floors

If you want to up the warmth factor in your bathroom, add floor tiles in darker shades. Darker colours will create a warmer, more intimate, and welcoming look.

The Esagono Nero is one of our bestselling tiles. This eye-catching hex tile is perfect for a modern and contemporary space. It is made from durable glazed porcelain, has a matte finish, and has a quick-wipe surface, so it’s high quality and practical.

Our Diesel Oxide Matt Porcelain Tile is great for a warmer look. With an interesting mixture of dark blue, copper, grey, and black, it combines different stone grains to create a statement look. It also has a satin finish which amplifies its natural stone quality. The Diesel Oxide is a rectified tile, so they can be laid closer together for a seamless look.

Warm Up Your Tiles with Underfloor Heating!

While certain tiles look warm, it doesn’t mean they feel warm underfoot. To ensure your new floor tiles stay toasty warm these winter months, why not install Underfloor Heating?

Underfloor Heating is the height of bathroom luxury! It provides the wonderful feeling of walking on warm floors and makes stepping out of the bath or shower heavenly! It is also one of the most energy-efficient heating solutions. It gently and evenly radiates heat throughout the room, and can heat a larger area than an individual radiator while working at a lower temperature. Depending on the building in which you live and the type of system you choose, this could reduce your heating bills and carbon emissions. 

For a guide on choosing the correct underfloor heating for your home, check out our blog here.

The look of your bathroom will influence how warm or cold it feels, so the colours and textures you choose are important. From marble to copper tiles, there are a wide variety of options to choose from when creating a warmer look in your bathroom. You can also ensure your floor tiles feel warm underfoot with Underfloor Heating. To find the perfect tiles for your space this winter, shop the full range online or visit one of our showrooms. Our team will be happy to offer you design advice!