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An introduction to 90 x 90 tiles

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Beat Grey large format tiles

Why choose 90 x 90 tiles

Here’s our introduction to 90 x 90 tiles. It’s one of our favourite formats because it is is large enough to feel large format but not so large that handling and installing on site is tricky or too expensive. 

 

With a larger tile eg a 120 x 120 installation often requires 2 tradespeople. Whereas 90 x 90 tiles are a beautifully manageable format and look stunning in smaller and larger areas. Picking the right tile size can make such a huge difference to spaces. Larger tiles mean less grout and particularly across larger open plan spaces less grout lines can really open up space. So let’s take a look at designing with this lovely large format. 

 

Designing with porcelain tiles

Tiles are the canvas upon which beautiful rooms are made. As an unsung hero of interior design they are both practical and beautiful in equal measure and can help define a space immediately indicating whether a design is contemporary or traditional. 

 

There are three main things that determine the look and feel of a tiled room and they are design, finish and tile size. 

Without a doubt, floor tile size in particular is indicative of feel. The larger the format, the more contemporary the space feels. Larger tile sizes make a bold statement and offer the opportunity to create as seamless an area as possible. Especially larger format tiles with clean cut rectified tile edges – where grout lines are at a minimum of just 3mm. 

 

90 x 90 tiles are the perfect large format size. Large enough to really feel large format yet still easy enough to handle on site when it comes to installation. Porcelain tiles are available in a plethora of sizes; 60 x 30, 45 x 45, 60 x 60, 60 x 120, 1m x 1m, 1m  50cm, 120 x 120 to name a few and the list goes on to even larger sizes. 90 x 90 porcelains tile slot right in the centre point.  

 

Opting for larger 90×90 porcelain tiles is often driven by a desire to create a stunningly simple canvas for ground floors that will stand the test of time, add value to your home and appear as seamless as possible. So let’s explore how 90 x 90 tiles make this easy and take a trip through a few of our favourite 90×90 porcelain tiles. 

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Grace Sahara 90 x 90 porcelain tiles - perfect for bathroom floors

A seamless feel

90×90 porcelain tiles, whether used on floors or walls, will visually create a feeling of grandeur and expanse. They whisper luxury – rather than shout.  Many porcelain tiles mimic natural materials. How well this is done depends on the technology behind that tile and that’s why opting for a really great quality porcelain tile is key. Porcelain is the perfect way to introduce design into the home without the ongoing maintenance or cost of the materials they echo, for example, wood effect porcelain tiles bring all the beauty and benefits of porcelain and none of the ongoing maintenance of real wood. 

 

Porcelain, unlike say natural marble or stone, is renowned for it’s hardwearing properties, ease of cleaning and lack on continual maintenance. The thrills and spills of every day life are no match. Porcelain is highly stain and scratch resistant so perfect for busy homes. The incredible design capabilities of leading manufacturers means porcelain opens up a whole world of design possibilities. From marble to metallics, concrete to cements, stone to wood and more, it can be hard to tell the difference between porcelain and the real thing. 

 

So how do you make 90 x 90 tiles work to maximum design effect for that seamless feel?

 

  1. This larger format is great for creating visual continuity. Using the same tile across several rooms especially where spaces are open plan will add to a feeling of spaciousness. 
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  3. Minimal grout lines deliver as seamless a space as possible. Opting for high quality rectified 90 x 90 tiles means 3mm grout lines to floors and 2mm to walls is achievable. With fewer grout lines and a co-ordinating grout colour, spaces appear to flow more with one seamless floor. 
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  5. With a square tile laying patterns are simplified – tiles don’t tend to be offset (although you can of course) but by stacking tiles in a grid format grout lines are less busy. 

Running the same tile across your entire ground floor eradicates the need for thresholds which can break up spaces – and also means cleaning is so much quicker and easier. 
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  2. Consider running the same tile across floors and walls. This really does open up space amazingly well particularly in bathrooms where space is always more limited. 

Tile finishes and how they impact design

Finish also plays such a part in design. A soft matt finish will immediately bring a modern, contemporary feel to spaces and when adorned with soft lighting will create a gorgeous ambience. Matt or natural tiles will absorb more light, reducing glare and scattering light in various directions which helps to bring a more balanced and even light distribution. 

 

A polished tile will have a smooth, highly reflective surface so will of course reflect more light which can make a space feel lighter and more spacious, particularly in rooms with great natural or artificial light. And of course a lighter tile will reflect even more light than a darker tile. 

 

So let’s take a look at some of our favourite 90 x 90 tiles:

Docklands 90 x 90 tiles

Docklands is one of our favourite 90 x 90 tiles. It’s been a staple of our collections for a number of years now and is super useable across the home. There are other sizes available too, but many of our customers have opted for this tile in the full spectrum of colours – especially white and beige which are perfect for busy ground floors. 

 

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Docklands White 90 x 90 tiles - perfect for busy kitchen floors

Metro 90 x 90 tiles

This is a tile collection that is always in demand. Especially the 90 x 90 Metro Bone and Silver. Both for bathrooms and kitchens, this tile is just brilliant. The soft finish is the stuff of barefoot dreams with a silky surface that feels neither too smooth or too rough. 

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Metro 90 x 90 tiles - perfect for open plan spaces

Abode 90 x 90 tiles

We introduced Abode a few years ago and it has proven itself a firm winner with our clients. This limestone effect porcelain tile is in a few sizes, but it is the large format 90 x 90 size that is the clear winner – with white being the top favourite. This is a contemporary limestone tiles, with clean cut rectified edges and the subtlest of detailing in its design. We love it – it is a brilliant canvas for kitchens, dining areas, the lounge, bathrooms and more. 

 

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Abode 90 x 90 tiles - a stunning contemporary limestone effect tile

Louis 90 x 90 tiles

Louis is a beautiful marquetry wood effect porcelain tile that is exquisitely designed. Mocha and Cognac are firm favourites bringing depth of colour and really emphasising the superb design of this tile. The large 90 x 90 format enhances the beauty of this tile too. 

We have so many exquisite 90 x 90 tiles to choose from in our collections. It’s a size that is at the heart of our collections – large format, versatile, beautiful designs and great quality. Click the link below to see more 90 x 90 tile options.

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Louis 90 x 90 tiles - perfect for use across the home

Want to know more?

We have so many exquisite 90 x 90 tiles to choose from in our collections. It’s a size that is at the heart of our collections – large format, versatile, beautiful designs and great quality. Click the links below the images above to see these tiles on our website!

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The TilePortfolio specialise in Italian and Spanish Porcelain and Ceramic tiles, in particular large format Porcelains and Porcelain tiles for inside and outside. Our carefully curated, stunning tile portfolios are beautifully presented online and supported by our fuss-free ‘go-the-extra-tile’ service. In addition, you can view our entire tile collection at our Northamptonshire Showroom.  Visit our website for unmissable interiors inspiration. The TilePortfolio team are always available to chat, we’d be delighted to help with your project so please do get in touch. 

 

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