Tile Blogs
Why Epoxy Grout Is the Professional Standard for Tiling
For professional tilers working with porcelain tiles, grout selection is just as critical as the tile itself. Porcelain’s dense, low-porosity composition demands a high-performance grout system
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Modern Grace: Blending Classic Villa Charm with Contemporary Design in Auckland
Interior design by Shaw DesignOriginally featured in Abode Magazine
A Thoughtful Villa Renovation in Pt Chevalier, Auckland
When a young family purchased a character villa in Pt Chevalier, Auckland, t
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Living Large on a Smaller Footprint: Tile Design at the Signature Showhome in Huapai
The Signature Showhome at 83 Podgora Drive in Huapai is a perfect example of how thoughtful design and carefully chosen materials can make a home feel spacious, warm and effortlessly stylish. Built ar
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Affordable Pinterest Bathroom Ideas You Can Actually Recreate
How to Recreate a Pinterest Bathroom on a Budget
Ever saved a bathroom on Pinterest and thought, “I wish I could afford that?”
Good news. Now you can.
Pinterest is full of beautiful bathro
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How to Avoid Lippage When Installing Large Format Tiles
How to Avoid Lippage When Installing Large Format Tiles
Large format tiles are extremely popular in modern homes and commercial spaces. Their clean lines and minimal grout joints create a sleek, conte
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Why are tiles not flat?
Why Some Tiles Are Not Perfectly Flat
Customers sometimes ask why certain tiles are not perfectly flat. The short answer is that a small amount of curvature can occur in ceramic and porcelain tiles du
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Designing a Dream Home: Inside La Casa Bianca with Danielle
Hi Danielle, could you please tell us a little bit about yourself and your dreamy new home?
Hi! I’m Danielle, a creative designer with a huge love for thoughtful spaces and beautiful details. My
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The Best Grout Cleaner in NZ
The Best Way to Clean Grout in a Shower (That Actually Works)
Grout might be the smallest part of your shower, but when it’s dirty, it can make the entire bathroom look tired and unhygienic. Soa
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Baby Blue, Soft Pink & Sage Green Bathroom Tiles: Why These Colours Are Trending in 2026
Bathroom design trends in New Zealand for 2026 are moving towards warmth, softness and individuality — and tile colour is leading the way. Across Auckland, Waikato and beyond, homeowners and des
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Pantone’s 2026 Colour of the Year: Cloud Dancer and What It Means for Tile Trends
This year, the Pantone Colour Institute has selected Cloud Dancer (PANTONE 11-4201) as the Colour of the Year — a soft, ethereal off-white that embodies calm, clarity and renewal. Pantone descri
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TREND ALERT: What's HOT in bathroom tiles for 2026?
What we’ll be seeing more of in bathroom tiles next year (and loving every second of it)
Bathrooms are no longer just functional spaces — they’re becoming one of the most design-forw
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