Enhance any bathroom or kitchen with bold, statement tiling to create great impressions

Renovating any bathroom or kitchen can be an expensive project, so anyone planning a refurb of this nature needs to look into contemporary styles and trends prior to making a buying decision. Crown Tiles is a popular supplier of tiles for domestic and commercial purposes, and a company spokesperson comments: "We've seen exciting tiling trends through 2018 so far, and customers seem much more positive about creating statement tiling that adds that 'wow' factor." Some of Crown Tiles' top tile picks include:

Magical marble

Marble tiles have been fashionable for many years and this remains the case in 2018. Marble tiling has always been viewed as a luxury and is commonly used in some of the most exclusive hotels and homes. It's now far more affordable for homeowners, and one of the current trends in bathroom wall tiles is decorative marble, featuring scallops, hexagons, circles or chevrons. Tiles with matte finishes are more trendy in 2018 as they provide sophisticated appeal and are far more scratch-resistant.

Metro (subway style) tiles

Metro tiles, or subway tiles, are a contemporary option for any bathroom or kitchen and provide an industrial appearance that's totally on trend for modern homes, particularly lofts and modern apartments. Metro tiles can now be sourced in pastel colours or textures. One of the hottest decorating styles this year is laying them vertically or in a chevron pattern; this makes rooms appear taller and more spacious as the patterning design directs the eye upwards. Teaming the latest slim metros with patterned floor tiles gives a stylish look that's bang on trend.

Patterned tiles

Patterned tiles can make a unique statement in bathrooms and shower rooms, and there is a huge range of designs available on the market. Opting for monochrome patterns adds a classy look to walls or floors in bathrooms of any size, while laying different patterned tiles will certainly give a standout look.

Mosaics and small tiles

2018 is the year for smaller tiles and mosaics. These can be extremely effective in kitchens or bathrooms, as they add texture to walls. Splashing out on stunning new kitchen wall tiles doesn't need to cost a fortune, and combining different coloured mini mosaic tiles adds a stylish look to any room. The market for mosaic tiles is expected to grow strongly in coming years, as they offer a versatile way to add artistic appeal to rooms.

Herringbone tiles

Finally, herringbone tiles are extremely fashionable for summer 2018 and work well on floors or walls. Herringbone tiles provide a look similar to traditional parquet flooring, and can be used to create stunning, eye-catching statements in a variety of colours and sizes. Mixing different shades of herringbone tile on any wall or floor makes it easy to create a unique look in any room.

Crown Tiles are justifiably proud of their great reputation for supplying fashionable, top quality tiles for bathrooms and kitchens to suit any requirements. Advice and assistance on choosing the right tiles for rooms in the home is available at any time.