More beautiful tiles

I can't resist beautiful tiles.  So thank you decorenvy.co.uk (another favourite blog of mine) for bringing these to my attention. Take a look at the link above for all the pictures and links, but these are my favourites.  Particularly Hally's cafe in Parson's Green. These ones work beautifully against the aged wooden table and mirror.

Hally’s Café in Parsons Green via Inspirationist

Marrakech Design via Remodelista

Walker Zanger

Moroccan monochrome

I like these morocco inspired tiles from Tons of Tiles.  Called Marrakesh Black Decor they offer an affordable option for an aged eclectic look - at £29.56 per square metre.  They are clever too - they are 33x33cm in size suitable for walls or floors but they are scored to create a traditional 10 x 10 tile, so save the hassle of laying individual small tiles.   Your tiler will thank you.

Marrakesh Black Decor from Tons of Tiles

Removable wallpaper - it's DIY-tastic

Chasing Paper offers a range of 'stylish removable wallpaper for the urban home'. Genius. So you want a feature wall? Done. Or to update a tired looking piece of furniture? Easy. Best still, you're renting and can't stand the decor but can't paint the walls. Hey presto. These ingenious covering solutions are peel and stick so you can change them whenever it takes your fancy. Have a look at some of these for inspiration.

Unusual splashbacks...

I like this article on Houzz.com about statement kitchen splashbacks beyond basic tile.  The gist of it is to try experimenting with bold and unconventional materials to give your kitchen an instant refresh without the need for a full remodel.  Here are some of the options... or here's the full article... http://bit.ly/16dYXkW

Use tin (or faux tin tiles) to bring an old fashioned element to a newer kitchen

Copper, particularly with a textured feel, can add warmth

Sheet metal is readily available, but opt for stainless steel to avoid rust

Diamond back metal - a cost effective option to give a kitchen edge

Stone - but make sure you choose carefully as some are porous and difficult to clean

Antique mirror adds a bit of bling - best to use sparingly

Cork - a DIY splashback, made from used bottle corks

Wooden crate tops - which you can easily seal to waterproof