You might have noticed the large tile trend in commercial interiors in and around Melbourne. Many of the city’s commercial spaces are switching to large format tiles for various reasons. The business types drawn to this trend are retail stores, showrooms, hotels, hospitality venues, healthcare centres, clinics and corporate venues. Large format tiles come in a set range of sizes including:
● 600mm x 1200mm
● 750mm x 1500mm
Appeal: Modern & Spacious Look
The appeal of large format tiles is mainly due to the lovely modern and spacious look that they can give to any commercial area. These gorgeous ceramic or porcelain tiles give the illusion of clean lines and a timeless elegance.
These benefits are what switched-on interior designers are looking for when creating enticing spaces for different types of businesses. The tiles are perfectly matched to the current minimalist trends that seem to be sweeping the modern world.
Versatility Across Different Commercial Spaces
Retail Stores & Showrooms
Large format tiles are the perfect solution for retail stores and showrooms because they offer a clutter-free space so that the goods on display are the main feature. For example, our stunningly simple large floor tiles in our Vermac range would be ideal for a showroom or large retail outlet.
Hotels & Hospitality Venues
Hotels and hospitality venues also want to create a modern aesthetic that results in beautiful open and airy spaces as a welcome to guests and patrons. For example, the large wall tiles in our Martha Grey range offer a stunning solution for stylish hotel bathrooms.
Healthcare & Clinics
For healthcare centres and clinics, hygiene is important and large format tiles offer an easy-to-clean wall and floor covering that matches this need. For example, high-end clinics might opt for the large format marble tiles in our Executive Stone Calcutta range.
Corporate Venues
Large format tiles are also perfect for corporate venues of all sizes. They provide clean, open spaces that are perfectly suited to a whole variety of different events. For example, the distinctive large tiles in our Onyx range would create the perfect backdrop to a corporate reception area.
Minimal Grout Lines
One of the appeals of large format tiles is the need for minimal grout lines. This helps to create the illusion of space and means less maintenance is needed to keep retail and commercial spaces looking pristine for many years to come.
The need for fewer grout lines also means that the application of the tiles can be done fairly quickly which is important when setting up a new commercial space.
Durability & Strength
Thanks to their composition, large format tiles are strong and durable. As they’re made from ceramic or porcelain, they’re non-porous which means they don’t stain easily and can be cleaned with just water and a mild detergent.
These tiles are also resistant to cracking, chipping or breaking which is highly advantageous in commercial interiors that get a lot of foot traffic.
Wall And Floor Continuity
To achieve a high-end finish, large format tiles can be laid on the floor and continued up the walls right up to the ceiling if preferred. This offers the advantage of a clean, modern space for a whole range of different commercial enterprises.
With this type of space, interior designers have the advantage of working with an almost blank canvas to then add decorative touches such as artwork, storage solutions and other decorative features that might be desired.
Take A Look At Our Range Of Large Format Tiles
At Tiles Republic, we have a full range of large format tiles that are sure to suit the needs of all businesses in and around Melbourne. You can browse our complete range online on our website or come and see what’s available by visiting our showroom at 2 / 387 Old Geelong Road, Hoppers Crossing. We’re open Monday to Friday from 9 am until 4 pm and on Saturdays from 10 am until 4 pm.