Want to make a bold statement with large format tiles in your home? 

Defined as 750x750 or larger, these tiles exude durability and sleek design. Versatile enough for fireplaces, splashbacks, feature walls, they're an exceptional choice for enhancing any space. 

(Note: we also talk about XL format tiles, which measure even larger at 1200x1200 or more) 

Explore stunning ideas and expert styling tips from our tile consultants, highlighting the many benefits of large tiles beyond their striking appearance! 

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Why We Love Large Tiles 

Thinking practically, here are three reasons to consider large tiles for your project: 

1. Less prone to damage 

This makes large floor tiles a great choice for busy areas like kitchens and living rooms. 

2. Bigger tiles require less maintenance 

Large tiles use fewer grout lines, so you’ll spend less time cleaning dirt, dust, and grime that tends to accumulate in them. 

3. Large tiles visually expand small spaces

Because of their size, they can create a feeling of spaciousness, making small rooms and spaces feel more open and airy. 

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How To Style Large Tiles In Your Kitchen 

Elevate your kitchen's aesthetic with large tiles, ideal for sleek splashbacks. 

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Kitchen Splashbacks 

Using large tiles for your kitchen splashback has a couple of practical benefits: they’re much easier to clean. One example of a good large tile splashback is our Metaline Iron Matt 120x280 6mm, which adds textural depth to the space and stands out from your typical kitchen design. 

Large kitchen tiles can also be a good alternative to traditional small tiles plashbacks when used correctly. Making a statement 

A marble large tile feature wall is a surefire way to make a statement in your kitchen. 

Our Timeless Gray Marble Matt 60x120 will make your space feel more luxurious… 

…and it’s almost guaranteed to be a conversation starter with guests! 

How To Style Large Tiles In Your Bathroom 

There’s certainly an art to using large tiles in your bathroom. Expand minimalist shower walls with timeless marble looks requiring minimal maintenance. 

Shower walls 

Large tile shower ideas generally include minimal grout lines, which is great for maintenance and upkeep. 

Grout lines often accumulate soap and grime and can be a pain to clean — so the fewer grout lines, the better. Sometimes, the entire shower can be done with just two tiles! 

Marble looks are timeless and versatile, making them great for shower tiling. 

For a distinct bathroom look, use our Markina Noir Matt 60x120 tiles on the shower floor and walls: 

And if you’re wondering: Can you use large tiles on shower floors? 

You definitely can, and the result is stunning. Our Rockin Desert Matt 60x120 is a stone look tile that can be used on both the shower floor and walls to create a minimal yet elegant feel: 

Feature Walls 

Adding large bathroom wall tiles to create a feature wall can easily transform the entire space. 

This Keynote Pearl Matt 80 tile is the perfect addition to a bathroom with stone tile: 

It’s subtle in colour, but its pattern adds visual appeal to an otherwise functional room in your home. 

Small Bathrooms 

Does a large floor tile make the room look smaller? Nope — it’s actually quite the opposite! 

Large tile ideas are actually ideal for small bathrooms. Large tiles visually expand small bathrooms, making the floors and walls appear less cluttered. 

Light-coloured tiles can amplify this effect to make your space even larger. 

Take our Azuma White Matt 60x120 as an example: 

When used on small bathroom walls, these tiles create a warm, inviting, and spacious effect. 

How To Style Large Tile Ideas In Your Living Room 

Transform your living room with large tiles, perfect for creating striking feature walls and seamless entryways. 

Feature Walls 

Tiled feature walls can completely transform your living room with added dimension. Large tile feature walls also serve well as backdrops for another focal point on the wall. 

This living room uses our Tempo Dark Matt 60x120 to accentuate built-in bookshelves: 

This beautiful dark grey stone tile is a standout addition to any living room. 

Living Room Walls with Fireplaces 

If you have a built-in fireplace in your home, bringing in large tiles can make it even more of a centrepiece in your home. 

Our Amazzonite Polish 120x270 is a jade marble tile that makes a bold statement that would pair perfectly with a recessed fireplace: 

It also makes for a beautiful accent wall if you don’t have a fireplace. 

Entryways 

Large tile is great for entryways where there’s a lot of foot traffic and lots of dirt being dragged in from outside, as it’s easy to clean. 

Light tile variations work particularly well to open up the entryway, like our neutral Folk Ice Matt 60x120 tile that can make the space feel more welcoming. 

Its rectangle shape can also help mask very long entry corridors.

3 Tips For Styling Large Tiles 

Here’s our guidance on choosing patterns, tile faces and colour selection to enhance the visual impact of large tiles in your space. 

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1. Choose the right tile pattern 

Large tiles are beautiful in just about any space, but choosing the right pattern is important as it can have a major impact on the final result. 

Consider these tile patterns: 

• - Horizontal grid: This common tile pattern is simple and creates a sleek, modern look. It’s also the best pattern for making spaces feel larger, as it minimises the appearance of grout lines. 
• - Staggered: A staggered tile pattern can give a space a more traditional feel, but depending on the room size, there may not be much room to stagger. This can lead to more tile wastage. 
• - Diagonal: A diagonal arrangement of large tiles can make a great statement wall and make the room appear wider. 
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2. Understand tile faces 

The term tile face refers to the unique design printed on each individual tile. When you purchase a box of tiles, it will contain a variety of faces. 

The number of distinct faces can significantly impact the final look. 

Two general rules of thumb: 

• If you want to create a uniform look, select a tile with no faces or only a handful of faces. 
• If you’re aiming for a more diverse, natural look, go for a tile range that has more faces. 

Due to their size, large tiles generally require fewer tiles to complete a space. Consider the look you’re going for and the size of the room to decide how many tile faces you need. 

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3. Select the right colour for your space 

Tile colour is ultimately a personal decision, but there are a few things you should keep in mind. 

Don’t forget to consider grout color, too. 

You can choose to either match your grout and tile colours or use a contrasting grout colour which will make your tiles stand out more. 

At Tile Space, we recommend a grout colour and our tile products to help you create the most visually appealing space possible. 

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Add A Touch Of Elegance To Your Home With Large Tiles 

Large format tiles — while not for everyone — are an excellent choice if you’re looking to add that extra “oomph” to your home. 

Just consider the practicality of executing large tile ideas, choose the right tiler, and budget accordingly. 

Our consultants at Tile Space can walk you through everything you need to know from installation to advice on design for large or extra large wall tiles. 

Find a showroom near you or book a free private tile consultation today to get started. 

Our design consultants can help you decide the best tile selection for your project, whether it be a new residential project, group housing development, or a renovation. 

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FAQs 

What is the best pattern for large tiles? 

Horizontal grid patterns are ideal for large tile ideas as they tend to look more sleek, visually expand the room, and minimise tile wastage. 

Is it cheaper to tile with big tiles? 

Large format tiles are generally more expensive to purchase and install than regular-sized tiles. 

Do big tiles make a room look small? 

Big tiles can actually make rooms appear bigger than they are. This is because there are less grout lines in the layout, creating the illusion of more space. 

Are large format tiles worth it? 

Large format tiles are thicker and more durable than smaller tiles, so the cost is worth it in the long run if that’s the style you want.

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