What tiles are best for the kitchen?

The best choice of kitchen tiles is one that suits your lifestyle. Decide based on your design style and needs to create a practical, stylish space you'll love for years. Ceramic tiles are well suited to walls and splashbacks and come in a wide range of styles, from mediterranean to coastal. Porcelain tiles are a strong choice for floors and walls because they handle busy kitchens and clean up easily.

How high should kitchen tiles go?

It depends on whether you want a splashback or full-height tiling, and what's happening around your windows, cabinets and shelves. Splashback height: tiling from the benchtop to the underside of your cabinets protects the wall that copes with the most cooking splatter, and it's easy to keep clean. Full height: tiling from the benchtop to the ceiling suits kitchens with open shelving instead of cabinets, for a more finished look. Want ideas for what to put above the benchtop? See our guide to kitchen splashback tiles colours.

How do I clean kitchen tile grout?

Mix a simple cleaning solution — plain vinegar and water works well, or use a purpose-made tile and grout cleaner. Apply it to the grout lines and leave for a few minutes to loosen dirt. Scrub gently with a soft grout brush or an old toothbrush. Rinse with clean water and wipe dry. Avoid abrasive scrub brushes or harsh tools — they can chip the grout or damage your tiles over time.

How do I clean kitchen tiles day-to-day?

Sweep or vacuum loose crumbs and grit before mopping, so you're not grinding them into the surface. Mop with warm water and a pH-neutral tile cleaner, steering clear of bleach-based or acidic products that can dull the finish. Wipe splashbacks and walls with a soft cloth after cooking to stop grease and moisture building up. Dry the floor after mopping to keep it slip-safe and stop water marks forming. A soft cloth or mop does the job better than an abrasive scourer, which can scratch gloss finishes over time.

Can kitchen floor tiles be used on walls as well?

Yes, kitchen floor tiles can also be used on walls, depending on their design and characteristics. Floor tiles are usually thicker and heavier than wall tiles, though, and may need extra support to be installed securely on a wall.

What is the average cost to tile a kitchen floor?

Every kitchen is different — size, material and finish all play a part. The best way to get an accurate answer for your space is to Book a free design appointment, or order tile samples first, refunded against a full order, before you commit. Sorted on tiles? Round out the kitchen with kitchen tapware to match your new splashback or benchtop.

Purchase tiles and tapware together to receive 10% off your Yabby tapware!

Kitchen Floor Tiles

The kitchen is the heart of the home, and choosing new kitchen tiles is your chance to decide what that heart looks like. Shopping for tiles, kitchen makeovers especially, means balancing style with everyday practicality — and with a hand-picked range of kitchen floor tiles and kitchen wall tiles, you can shop tiles for every part of the room in one place.

Explore our range of kitchen tiles at TileCloud

Your tile choice can set the tone of your whole kitchen, so it's worth finding the right fit. We stock a wide range of kitchen wall and floor tiles to suit any design idea.

Kitchen floor tiles take the most wear — dropped food, chair legs scraping, constant foot traffic. That means they need to be long-lasting, slip resistant and easy to clean. Porcelain tiles are a popular pick here for exactly that reason.

Wall tiles and splashbacks protect your walls from cooking splatter and moisture, and they're usually what people notice first in your kitchen. Available in a range of colours, textures and finishes, they can tie your cabinets, shelves and other features together for a thought-out look.

With the right tiles, you can create a kitchen that performs well and looks great.

Kitchen tiling shapes, styles and finishes

From floors to walls, our kitchen tile collection has something for everyone. For walls and splashbacks, we stock plenty of shapes: subway, square, rectangle, kit kat, hexagon tiles and mosaic tiles, plus feather designs. On floors, squares, rectangles and hexagons are popular picks.

Our range covers all the bases design-wise — stone look tiles, terracotta, solid colours and patterned designs like terrazzo — in both matte and gloss finishes.

Why choose TileCloud tiles for kitchens?

Our kitchen tiles are high-quality, low-maintenance and designed to handle busy households.

They also make cleaning easy for kitchens where mess is hard to avoid — all it takes is a simple wipe to remove grime from gloss finish tiles. You'll find plenty of options across our range that stand up to scratches, stains and moisture, with many offering slip resistant finishes for floors.

Get expert help choosing your kitchen tiles

Our design experts can help you match the right tile to your kitchen's layout, colour scheme and everyday routine. Book a free design appointment or visit us in store to see the range in person. While you're there, ask about kitchen tapware too — it's an easy way to pull the whole look together.

FAQ

Want inspiration straight to your inbox?

Stay up to date with new tiles and projects by signing up to the TileCloud Newsletter.

Yamba Blush Terrazzo Look Tile

Paddington White Terrazzo Look Tile

Byron Travertine Look Ivory Matte Tile

Paddington Terracotta Terrazzo Look Tile

Clovelly Stone Look Crazy Paving Tile

Sydney Matte Sand Stone Look Tile

Clovelly Travertine Look Crazy Paving Tile

Paddington Mixed Terrazzo Look Tile

Stirling White Terrazzo Look Tile

Sydney Matte White Stone Look Tile

Byron Travertine Look Ivory Matte Tile

Sydney Matte White Stone Look Tile

Sydney Matte White Stone Look Tile

Silver Beach White Encaustic Look Square Tile

Paddington Grey Terrazzo Look Tile

Bourke Beige Encaustic Look Tile

Ocean Beach White Encaustic Look Hexagon Tile

Silver Beach Black Encaustic Look Square Tile

Neds Beach Encaustic Look Square Tile

Byron Travertine Look Ivory Matte Paver-20mm

Explore our range of kitchen tiles at TileCloud

Kitchen tiling shapes, styles and finishes

Why choose TileCloud tiles for kitchens?

Get expert help choosing your kitchen tiles

FAQ

What tiles are best for the kitchen?

How high should kitchen tiles go?

How do I clean kitchen tile grout?

How do I clean kitchen tiles day-to-day?

Can kitchen floor tiles be used on walls as well?

What is the average cost to tile a kitchen floor?

Want inspiration straight to your inbox?