It seems the question on every customers mind is how can we make our bathroom ‘seem bigger’ than it actually is. Of course nobody really wants to start their day off feeling like they are showering in a small, dark cave. If you are in the process of putting together a renovation plan right now then be sure to sneak in a few of these design ideas and give your space… some space. Read More
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I’ve never seen a ‘blue’ I didn’t like – from the pale baby blues to the inky navy blues and everything in between! As far as I’m concerned they can all live harmoniously together, but I get that it can be a bit much to have the colour layered in all aspects of your house. Luckily, the huge variety of blue products, especially tiles, makes it easy for everyone to incorporate a touch of this great colour into their home.
Now a staple in classic and modern homes alike, subway tiles have a rich history. First used in the early 1900s to cover the walls and ceilings of subway stations in New York City, today, it’s a favourite of many decorators and customers. With prices ranging from $25 per meter squared up to $200 per meter squared there’s a subway tile for everyone! Read More
The Scenario.
So you’ve decided to think about renovating – good for you. Maybe you and your partner in crime have been throwing ideas around for the past 6 months – or maybe even longer – about where the shower should go… do we move a wall…? Do we have a walk in shower…? Maybe you need a skylight and save on lighting..? How about a nice big mirror as a feature… Yes, this feels good and you are getting excited. Read More
Inexperienced ‘sales people’ advising trusting customers = confusion.
“Why would I choose natural stone?” she asked me while slowly walking around the showroom. She looked over to her husband for support and continued “I really like the look and feel of natural products but the salesman at another tile shop told us that natural stone is really risky… and too hard to maintain…” Unbelievable. Who is hiring these people?
TOP 10 – as ranked by you – in case you missed them…
The end of January is already here and the building industry is slowly finally waking up from its NYE hangover. As the the sounds of business return to our neighbourhoods lets take a quick look and see what made the most viewed list of 2014 here at TILE junket.
Get the look in Geelong West.
Television reality shows continue to be popular amongst many viewers. Whether or not you admit to enjoying ‘reality’ TV’ or roll your eyes at the morning tea break banter of last night’s dramatic episode; they get our attention. Two reality TV personalities that got most renovating enthusiasts watching were Darren and Deanne (Dee) Jolly from Network 9’s recent series of The Block – Glasshouse. Read More
Bathroom lighting is not to be overlooked, it will add functionality and appeal to any space when done correctly. Let your bathroom shine and bask in its glow.
Our bathroom is a place of refuge after a long day, a place of tasks to maintain our physical appearance, cleaning, washing the kids, the list goes on. Bathroom lighting plays a major role in how we perform these tasks. I speak to the experts at Geelong’s Sonic Lighting on the best ways to incorporate lighting within your bathroom. Read More
Big isn’t always better. Smart design and styling can make a small space work well – in a BIG way!
Your bathroom may be a tad on the tiny side, but let’s face it, it’s the space you have to work with and it can ‘work’. Interior designers use design tricks to create illusions of more space and so can you. Here are some tips you can implement to achieve a successful, functional small bathroom. Read More
This stunning Newtown bathroom renovation oozes designer sophistication & style.
We pay credit to the local home owners, Geelong Bathrooms (project manager) and Geelong Tiling (contractor) in this ”Project Spotlight’… Read More
PROJECT SPOTLIGHT in PORTARLINGTON
Mark & Marian love supporting local, and so does their builder Peter Wright from Accessible Homes. After 25 years of holidaying in the Bellarine Peninsula, Mark & Marian decided to turn their retirement dream into reality and build a home in Portarlington. Be inspired by this coastal home and the people who own it. Read More
Paulina our resident Interior Designer was bursting with excitement when she stocked our showroom with the latest exclusive Patricia Urquiola (Spanish architect and designer) designed tiles. Read More
Finally – it looks like winter is coming to an end, the sun is shining and the trees are starting to wake up from their wintry sleep. Days like this make Mondays so much easier. I catch up with Katie, our photographer, and we make our way to today’s Project Spotlight in Newtown. Read More
pat-tern {Noun – A repeated decorative design}
Read how pattern influences our lives, environment and decorating.
Pattern is at the very fibre of our existence. It seems a strange thing to actually say, but our very human form relates to patterns. Read More