Popular Tiles for Swansea Bathrooms
The right tiles suit your home's style. They also handle our coastal climate.
Porcelain Tiles
This is the go-to choice for durability and water resistance.
Water absorption is below 0.5%. This means it handles Swansea's 1,200mm average annual rainfall without issues.
It's virtually maintenance-free. It's available in endless styles.
Large-Format Tiles
Large tiles (600mm x 600mm+) make small bathrooms feel spacious. They have 60% less grout to scrub.
These are great for 1940s–1960s semi-detached homes.
These formats create a bigger, brighter feel in homes around Gower Road and Dunvant.
Grey Bathroom Tiles
Timeless style that suits any décor. It pairs beautifully with chrome or brass fixtures.
Grey hides water marks better than white. It helps properties sell faster in areas like Sketty and Mumbles.
Green Bathroom Tiles
These create calming, spa-like spaces. Sage and forest green offer tranquility. Emerald and teal provide bold contemporary style.
They pair beautifully with brass for heritage style. They also work with matte black for a modern edge.
White Metro Tiles
Classic, affordable styling that never dates. These are best suited to Victorian and Edwardian terraces. These make up approximately 25-30% of Swansea's housing.
Metro tiles respect period character. They keep compact bathrooms bright.
Marble-Effect Porcelain
Get the luxury marble look with none of the upkeep. This is excellent for detached properties in Lower Swansea Valley and coastal areas.
It performs far better than real marble. Our average indoor humidity is 75-85%. High humidity damages real marble over time, but porcelain stays perfect.
Mosaic Tiles
These add texture and visual interest. They're great for feature walls, shower niches, or splashback areas.
The small format handles uneven walls better than large tiles. This makes them practical for period properties.
Property Matching Guide
- Victorian/Edwardian terraces → Metro tiles or mosaics
- 1940s–1960s semi-detached → Large-format porcelain
- Family homes (Townhill, Mayhill) → Durable grey porcelain
- Professional areas (Clase, Birchgrove) → Grey or green large formats
- Modern developments (Penllergaer) → Contemporary large-format tiles
- Coastal properties (Mumbles, Langland) → Marble-effect porcelain
