Picking the right tile size can make or break your bathroom design, especially in Irish homes, where space or layout often shape the final look. At Bathrooms4U, we believe that tile size is just as important as color or style when it comes to creating a fantastic space. Here’s what to consider when making your choice.

Small Tiles: Classic Detail and Flexibility

Small tiles (like mosaics and traditional 10x10cm or 15x15cm squares) are perfect for adding texture, slip-resistance, and detail especially in showers, on splashbacks, or for intricate borders. They work well in tight spaces and can help mask uneven surfaces often found in older Irish houses. Keep in mind, more grout lines means a bit more upkeep.

Medium Tiles: The Versatile Choice

Medium-sized tiles (typically 30x30cm, 30x60cm, or similar) offer a great balance for Irish bathrooms. They’re “just right” for most floor spaces and walls: not too busy, not too plain. Medium tiles make small- to medium-sized bathrooms feel tidy and open, and they’re easier to lay with fewer grout lines.

Large Format Tiles: Sleek and Spacious

Large format tiles (like 60x60cm, 60x120cm, or even bigger) can create an ultra-modern, seamless look and help open up even a small bathroom by reducing visual clutter. Fewer grout lines mean less maintenance and a more streamlined finish, ideal for contemporary extensions or newly built homes. However, large tiles need flatter, more carefully prepared surfaces for a flawless fit.

Consider Room Shape and Fittings

• Narrow bathrooms might benefit from rectangular tiles laid horizontally to widen the space visually.
• For compact ensuites, smaller or medium tiles will prevent the room from feeling cramped.
• In open-plan or larger bathrooms, large tiles create hotel-style luxury.

Quick Tips

• Test samples: sometimes a tile looks much larger or smaller once you see it.
• Always think about slip-resistance for floors, especially in wet zones.
• Combine sizes for feature walls or shower niches to add depth.

More inspiration?

Ready to explore colours, patterns, and expert tiling layouts? Check out our next blog post: How to Choose the Perfect Tile Colour, Design, and Layout for Your Bathroom.
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