The Alfresco Collection boasts a broad range of natural stones, marble, slate, limestone [...]]]> Creating a rugged, yet relaxing place inside your home as well as outdoors has never been easier. One look at the Alfresco Collection from Johnson Tiles and you will want to transform your backyard, terrace or courtyard into an alfresco outdoor living area.

The Alfresco Collection boasts a broad range of natural stones, marble, slate, limestone and pebble tile which you can use as flooring or perhaps you want to create a stunning conversation piece in a feature wall for your den or living room- travertine and stacked stones make this a beautiful addition to any living area.

Tile is very versatile and with so many options available- the space you create is entirely up to you. Natural stone tile is both elegant and rugged and can be used in many ways. Natural stone tile can be used to accent an outdoor or indoor fireplace. This is also a great way to reduce the risk of sparks ruining your flooring or worse, causing a fire in your home.

For outdoor living areas, if you have a pool – installing pebble tile will reduce slips and falls, making your pool area a safer place and will withstand the constant showering of water, which is inevitable once the play starts.

The staff at Johnson Tiles can assist you in choosing the perfect tile based upon your needs. Contact them today or visit their website for more information on how natural stone tile can be used to create the perfect place of rest and relaxation for you and your family.

If you bathroom space is limited, be sure to avoid dark colours – as these can close in [...]]]> Stuck for ideas when it comes to tiling and decorating your new (or old!) bathroom? Let Johnson Tiles guide you through a few basic ideas and tips in creating a bathroom look that you won’t get tired of!

If you bathroom space is limited, be sure to avoid dark colours – as these can close in the space and make the room appear smaller than it truly is. Light and neutral colours will automatically bring extra light to your bathroom, opening up the space. There are many fantastic colours available to suit any style and taste, so keep your eyes peeled!

Many people are not willing to take a daring step towards a brighter colour scheme in the bathroom, but we have a great way to resolve this. Making your bathroom modern and fun is as simple as adding some small feature tiles to a section of the bathroom. These may be mosaics, glass tiles or simply basic coloured tiles – but they can certainly make a statement. Popular areas to add features tiles include vertically within the shower, horizontally along the top of a basin or bath or in a single line along the floor of the bathroom.

If you are a little more daring in your choices, there are many exciting options out there for wonderful murals and mosaics – from shapes to landscapes to animals and much more. Just remember to keep it tasteful, and team it with a smart neutral colour that will draw the eye to your feature.

A popular trend that is currently featured in many modern display homes is the use of two differently coloured tiles for the floor and the bath or shower. Making use of this design idea must be carefully thought over, as the wrong colour combinations can take away from the space. It is always best to team contrasting or blending neutrals – such as dark grey and off-white, or two different shades of a specific neutral colour. When this method is done effectively, it can open up the space and creative a modern, sophisticated design.

To find out more about Johnson Tiles and our tiling options, give us a call today or come in to our Bayswater showroom to have a look around!

Many of us would immediately turn our noses up at this bizarre suggestion [...]]]> For those avid home owners and aspiring home owners who spend their weekends wandering tirelessly around display homes, you will have noticed that when timber flooring is not present in the open plan kitchen, dining and living areas, tiling is become all the rage.

Many of us would immediately turn our noses up at this bizarre suggestion – with tiles commonly being associated with kitchens and bathrooms – but we encourage you to look a little deeper. The open plan living styled home is becoming increasingly popular, for many fantastic reasons. Given that each independent living-based area is not separated by a wall, it can be difficult to prepare you flooring accordingly. Continuing your tiling from your kitchen through to your dining and living areas can be a cost effective, low maintenance way of making your home look sharp, modern and sophisticated.

Selecting a neutral, simple colour for your tiling will assist blending, cleaning and much more. It’s all about opening up the space; so keep your eyes peeled for those lovely neutrals that bring out the best in your home. Whether you are wishing for a matt or glossy effect, either will do nicely, and neither will date. The colours and textures your choose will need to flow and work in with your decor – be sure to keep it simple.

So, when it comes to the living area, how can you effectively keep this section appearing relaxing and friendly, rather than a place in which you chop up dinner? Make use of fun, stylish furniture – and this doesn’t mean it has to be pricey! Coloured cushions, curtains, vases, flowers, candles – simply adding these items will bring a whole new feel to that section of the household. The most effective way of achieving this is by purchasing a rug to go over your tiles in the living area – go for something that stands out, works in and looks great; we guarantee that your tiled living area will look lovely in no time!

For more information on our tile range, please do not hesitate to give us a call or come visit our showroom in Bayswater today!

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Space can easily be [...]]]> In a world where open plan living and spacious, large areas dominate, many people are discovering that their tiny bathrooms are becoming inadequate – both aesthetically and functionally. So, Johnson Tiles are very eager to give you a few sensible tips that will assist you in making the most of a small bathroom, and how give that illusion of space.

Tiles

Space can easily be created with tiles – and the plainer, the better! Making use of neutral coloured tiles, such as white or cream, will open the space with it’s brighter, lighter tones. Big or small tiles can both be very effective, depending on the way in which you utilise them - it important to ensure that the eye will not be overwhelmed; so keep grout lines small or near to invisible. Another great way to create more space is by showing off more of your lovely tiled floor. This can be achieved by installing a wall mounted sink or floating cabinets.

Height

Height is a master of creating space in many different realms of design. A vertical line can make a room appear larger and longer by drawing the eye upwards toward the ceiling. A strong way of creating this effect is by installing tiles that extend up to the ceiling, and using vertical lines in wallpaper or paint effects. Another great way to draw the eye upwards is by having a feature up high – a fancy or differently coloured border, a plant, a picture – whatever you can think of!

Lights

A skylight is a great way to invite warmth and light into a room – and everyone knows that a darker room feels smaller! Natural light is relaxing and can highlight all of the crucial features throughout the room. Placing lights, such as downlights, around the perimeter of the room will make it appear larger, by eliminating dark areas and widening the space.

Windows

Windows are a lovely way to create atmosphere – however most people don’t look at the view whilst using the bathroom! Keep windows up high, or just below the ceiling, as this frees up wall space and – once again – draws the eye upwards.

Visual Barriers

Blocking off vision to a section of a room will always give the illusion that it is a smaller and more divided space. This is evident with an opaque shower screen, it cuts down the space by suggesting that the shower itself is separate to the rest of the bathroom. By making use of clear or non-existant shower screens and frames, it will give the illusion of space that you have never had before!

Mirrors

A mirror will help to add depth and width to any room – and especially a bathroom! Adding a large, plain mirror can give the illusion of space by ‘doubling’ the space that you already have – and it can also help to carry and throw light within that space. For a retro and unusual look, keep an eye out for tiling that is reflective – but be sure to only use it as a small feature, don’t go overboard!

Johnson Tiles in Bayswater are ready and happily willing to assist you with all of your tiling requirements, so give us a quick call today or come on down to the showroom, and we will assist you in finding what works for your bathroom!