Cost guide
Tile installation cost in Australia 2026: what you'll really pay
Real numbers for tile supply and install across bathroom, kitchen, floor, outdoor and pool projects in Australia in 2026.
May 2026
Journal
Tile advice, made useful.
Buying guides, installation tips, and design ideas from the team at Marmoré Tile Studio.
Maintenance
How to clean and maintain tiles: the honest guide
What to actually use on porcelain, natural stone, zellige, terrazzo and grout — and what to avoid. The regime that keeps tiles looking new for fifteen years.
May 2026
Trends
Tile trends Australia 2026: what's in, what's out
Zellige, travertine warmth, concrete-look large format, terrazzo revival — the tile decisions defining Australian homes right now.
May 2026
Buying guide
How to choose bathroom tiles: the complete Australian guide
Slip ratings, large format vs small, porcelain vs stone, grout — everything you need to know before you order a single box.
May 2026
Materials
Zellige tiles: the complete Australian buyer's guide
What zellige is, how it's made, where to use it, how to install it, and how to avoid the most common buying mistakes.
May 2026
Buying guide
How to choose floor tiles for a renovation
Format, finish, slip rating, grout width — the decisions that matter before you order a single box.
April 2025
Materials
The travertine look: porcelain vs natural stone
Natural travertine has warmth no porcelain has fully replicated. But porcelain wins on practicality. Here's how to decide.
April 2025
Installation
Tile wastage: how much extra should you order?
The short answer is 10–20% depending on your lay pattern. The long answer involves diagonal cuts, feature walls, and future repairs.
March 2025
Buying guide
Large format tiles: everything you need to know before you buy
600×1200mm tiles look spectacular. They also need a flatter substrate, a specific adhesive, and a confident installer.
March 2025
Outdoor
Outdoor tiles and slip ratings explained
Australian standards require a P4 or P5 rating for pool surrounds and wet outdoor areas. Here's what the ratings mean and how to check.
February 2025
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