How to Choose the Right Tile for Every Room
Not all tiles are made equal. What works in a bathroom will fail in a living room and vice versa. Here's a practical room-by-room breakdown.
Living Room
Best material: Glazed Vitrified Tiles (GVT) or polished porcelainIdeal size: 600x1200mm or 800x1600mm — fewer grout lines, larger visual spaceFinish: Polished or matt depending on furniture styleBudget: ₹50-150/sq.ft for quality optionsBathroom
Floors: Anti-skid (PEI-3 minimum), matt finish, water-resistantWalls: Glossy ceramic for easy cleaning, moisture resistanceSize: 300x600 for walls, 300x300 for floors (more grout = more grip)Kitchen
Backsplash: Glossy, stain-resistant, heat-proof — subway or metro formatFloor: Wear-rated, textured surface (spills happen)Avoid: Highly polished surfaces near cooking areaOutdoor
Must-have: R11 anti-slip rating, frost-proof, fade-resistantMaterial: Full-body porcelain or rustic vitrifiedThickness: 10mm minimum, 20mm for drivewaysPro Tips
Always view tiles under your home's actual lighting before buyingOrder 10% extra for cuts, breakage, and future repairsMatch grout colour to tile for seamless look, contrast grout for characterVisit Krishna Tiles at Upper Bazar, Ranchi for free expert guidance on room-specific tile selection.
