Vitero Tiles

Some of us want a homely, natural look in our house or office space while some love a classy, elegant look that exudes sophistication. If you belong to the latter category, vitrified tiles are your go-to option.

Vitrified tiles are predominantly made of a mixture of clay and silica, feldspar and quartz. When heated at a high temperature, these materials fuse together, giving rise to strong, durable, and resistant tiles. The process of vitrification also lends them a glass-like glossy texture, boosting the overall appearance of the flooring.

Read on to know more about the different types of vitrified tiles:

Full body vitrified tiles

The pigment in these tiles is uniformly distributed, further enabling the design to be spread across evenly. It provides a good defence against chipping, making it a good choice in areas that receive heavy footfall – mainly public spaces like malls and airports.

Double charged vitrified tiles

These tiles have a double layer of pigment which gives them the ability to withstand wear and tear. The designs are minimalist and look like natural wood/marble/granite. These tiles are the best pick for commercial projects like retail, factories, and education.

Digital or glazed vitrified tiles

These tiles focus on design, texture variety and art-work. A high-volume inkjet printer is used to print and glaze a layer less than 1 mm thick on the tile. They provide a wide range of design variety and surface textures. Two major variants of this type are glazed tiles with nano-polish and soluble salt tiles.

Glazed tiles with nano-polish: These tiles are scratch- and slip-resistant, and are well-suited for outdoors. The glossy finish and polished surface make a good fit for hotels and offices.

Soluble salt tiles: This variety is made using a simpler technology and is resistant to abrasion and stains. Adding soluble salts to the colour forms different patterns and designs. The tiles are printed on screen before being fired upon.

We all have a favourite colour. Whether it’s a cool turquoise blue or an elegant pearl white, we inevitably and instinctively introduce that colour into our homes in many simple or elaborate ways to add character and make it our own. The use of coloured tiles is one such way to bring your vivid imaginations to life. With the advent of digital printing technology, it is now possible to have an almost endless array of design, colour, and pattern options on your tiles. Coloured tiles help create interesting features and focal points in your interiors, without taking up any extra space.

With a combination of coloured floor tiles and wall tiles, you can create stunning interiors that reflect your style and make you feel happy, cozy, and comfortable always.

Colours and mood- Different colours have been long associated with different moods, because of the feelings that they evoke in us. For example, the bedroom should make you feel calm and relaxed, while the living room can be more vibrant and lively.

Off-white & White tiles - Using off-white and white tiles is an excellent way to make your space feel more spacious and open. White is a balanced colour that leaves you feeling clean, pure and full of positive energy.

Blue & Green tiles - Blue and green are very calming colours that make you feel relaxed and serene. They are the most restful colours for your eyes and evoke a sense of connecting with nature.

Black & Grey tiles - The use of blacks and greys should be strategic and well planned, since they are imposing colours. Used in combination with lighter colours, black and grey tiles lend a sense of sophistication and class to any space.

Brown & Copper tiles - Earthy colours like brown and copper give us a sense of feeling connected to the soil. They are the perfect blend of elegance and relaxation, which is why they are a popular choice for spaces like living rooms and foyers.

Interesting colour combinations

Brown & Cream - Brown pairs beautifully with cream to give an elegant and urbane look to the space. Further, tiles with a wood finish can be added to the scheme to heighten the design aesthetic.

Shades of Grey - The advantage of using a grey colour scheme is that it blends exceptionally well with its own shades. A combination of one or more shades of grey can be used to achieve an elegant, monochromatic interior design.

Blue & White - Blue and white together create a soothing palette for any space. Blue lends a sense of liveliness to the space, while white exudes elegance, creating a vibrant yet cozy environment.

These are just a few of the many classic colour combinations that never go out of style. You can choose from a range of coloured tiles with stunning designs and patterns to come up with a look that is uniquely your own.

Functionality

Different spaces have different functional requirements, which need to be taken into consideration before selecting the ideal coloured tiles for the space. For areas that see a lot of water usage, like bathrooms and kitchens, it is advisable to choose anti-skid tiles to minimize the chance of accidents. Matt finish tiles are the most popular choice for these spaces.

Areas that will face regular heavy-duty use will need floor tiles that are stronger and more durable than regular tiles. The ideal choice for these spaces are the Double Charged Vitrified Tiles which are made by fusing two layers of pigment, and are usually 3 mm - 4 mm thicker than normal tiles. This process makes Double Charged Vitrified Tiles extremely durable, and easy to maintain. They are also resistant to dirt and dust, and are scratch and stain resistant.

Your living room is a space for family and friends to get together, celebrate, or just relax. Warm, earthy colors can make any space feel more inviting and homely, as these colors are inspired by the rustic beauty of nature. These colors are reminiscent of the outdoors and therefore give us a sense of comfort and security.

Floor and wall tiles are a quick, easy and cost-effective way for homeowners and interior designers to add a touch of warmth and life to the living room. This can be done using living room floor tiles & wall tiles in various patterns to enhance the aesthetic appeal of the space. You can mix and match various colors and patterns to create full wall designs, panel designs, patterns, half wall designs, and so much more.

The Dune Collection of Wall & Floor Tiles by Vitero Tiles

The Dune collection of glazed vitrified tiles are an elegant yet rustic selection of matt finish tiles for all the rooms/spaces in your homes.. Available in 600mm x 600mm and 600mm x 1200mm dimensions, these beautiful tiles can be used as floor tiles and room wall tiles.

Designs, patterns and textures are digitally printed onto glazed vitrified tiles using cutting-edge Italian technology to achieve a timeless beauty and elegance that looks great for years to come, even with regular heavy-duty use. These GVT tiles are also very easy to maintain and highly durable. Their matt finish makes them the safe choice for homes with kids and elderly residents, as it minimizes the risk of slipping on the surface.

The Dune collection is available in the following colors:

Dune Cotto

Dune Mocha

Dune Beige

Dune Bianco

Dune Gris

Dune Nero

What makes Vitero Tiles the ideal choice for your home

Vitero Tiles are manufactured using high-quality raw materials and cutting-edge world-class technology, which makes them the preferred choice of Architects, Interior Designers and Homeowners alike when it comes to choosing the most stylish and durable floor & wall tiles. Vitero Tiles brings you floor tiles and wall tiles in a wide range of designs, finishes, patterns and textures to give you the creative freedom to create a unique space to suit your design aesthetic. All our tiles are very quick and easy to install, extremely low on maintenance, and highly robust and durable.

A knight in shining armor is perceived to be a keeper of the 'Noche'. Inspired by the bold appeal of 'Noche' which stands for 'Night' in Spanish, Glazed Vitrified Tiles by Vitero shine in their power as the keepers of the indoor surfaces, while creating a rich and bold impression of an interior space. Owing to the virtue of boldness, Glazed Vitrified Tiles stand strong to the commitment of durability, stay clear to the goals of protecting interior surfaces from damages, speak volumes about their unique finishes and sparkle in the pride of adding to the beauty of an interior design.

A bold interior theme includes contemporary chandeliers, dynamic textured walls and ceiling colors, eye-catching fixtures such as mirrors, multi-colored wall art pieces and rugs, unique selection of fabrics for furniture as well as floor-to-ceiling cabinets. Tiles play a vital role in drawing out the opulence of a bold interior design, hence it is important to make a wise choice while selecting the right tile color and texture for an interior space.

Noche tiles by Vitero are glazed vitrified matt finish tiles, well-suited for both floors and walls, and are available in two color variants- Noche Cream and Noche Brown. Noche tiles easily blend with bold interior designs which require subtle matt finish tiles to complement other design elements that narrate the tales of the interior décor theme.

Noche tiles radiate an earthy appeal which ties back to the roots of nature. Embracing earthy tones works beautifully for both floor tiles and wall tiles of any interior design theme, thus creating a warm and welcoming impact which never goes out of style and vibes with the natural world.

Benefits of Noche Matt Finish Tiles:

●    The Earthy palette of Noche tiles invokes a sense of grounding and stability which helps balance mood swings. ●    Matt finish tiles are a durable and contemporary choice for both residential and commercial property owners. ●    Glazed vitrified tiles are scratch-resistant, stain-proof, water-resistant and easy to maintain with an anti-skid feature and anti-bacterial properties that make them a safe choice for seniors and children. ●    Noche tiles are optimal for any indoor or outdoor space including kitchens, balconies, terraces, living rooms, bathrooms, bedrooms and entrances. ●    A special top-coated layer of the Noche tiles gives a rustic impression which makes it anti-slippery, especially recommended for areas that involve high-water consumption such as kitchen wall tiles, bathroom floor and wall tiles and balconies or terraces.

Flooring and wall design will continue to play a critical role in the pursuit of cozy living, and 2022 will be the year designers and home owners will go to great lengths to upgrade interiors and in case of new builds, focus on vitrified tiles as being the best solution to bring their design concepts to life.

A design trend that we see continuing in the vitrified tile market is that of biophilia. By adopting a biophilic approach and styling the interiors with a range of natural elements such as houseplants and colours that represent nature, designers are able to create a calming sanctuary in which to be enveloped. Besides, as more time is being spent at home and indoors these days, there is a need to feel connected with nature as a means to reduce stress and anxiety. So being able to retreat into a relaxing space that has been beautifully dressed with plants and a flooring that brings the outdoors in, can allow occupants to feel nurtured.

The leading 2022 trend setter

If you feel that the days of wooden effect tiles is over, you couldn’t be more wrong. It is trending more now than ever. However today’s wooden effect vitrified tiles are distinguished by a variety of warm undertones that may not have been possible before to give any interior that much more cosy, cheerful and homey look and feel.

Whether your home is modern, traditional or rustic, when you choose a wood finish vitrified tile, your choices will not be faulted. You’ll have no problem in finding something “woody” to complement your design style. Wood finish is perfect for those who are looking for a highly decorative wooden floor and at the same time like to enjoy all the practicality of vitrified tiles. If you are wondering which wooden colours and essences are the favourite now, the trend is leaning towards the warm and yellowish hues, which are the best to create a soft and cozy atmosphere.

Terrazzo is still fashionable

Another trend that continues to defy time and trends is the centuries old terrazzo finish. It looks like that trend is here to stay permanently! We have seen this type of flooring in so many alternatives – but probably the most fascinating one is always the original -- “terrazzo al-la-veneziana”

Terrazzo has been for centuries one of the most renowned floorings in Italian villas, especially in North-East Italy and Venice. The original terrazzo was made up of marble and stone granules up to 40 mm in diameter, and held together with cement mixed with cocciopesto (A type of plaster, made of a base of lime to which is added bricks powder)

While the original terrazzo flooring is quite expensive, its version in vitrified tiles is much more affordable and becomes very practical. It is bringing a whole range zany graphics to vitrified tile options, keeping the retro-resurgence of the speckled terrazzo look excitingly sophisticated!

These vitrified tiles come in surprising colours to complement the modern palette — some with high contrast and some with lower contrasting flecks that subtly reflect light. These tiles are also available with a non-slip surface which makes it suitable for the outdoor as well.

Nothing beats the natural look of stone

Nature is the very first inspiration for the interior and design. Because of the pandemic, everyone is seeking now more than ever before, to bring nature inside home, and this is clearly reflected in the new design proposals from interior designers. Land the look of stone without the cost and maintenance with a whole range of stone effect vitrified floor tiles. Guaranteed to turn your interiors into a truly eye-catching spaces that you will really want to spend time in.

Whether you are looking for some antiquated limestone-effect or prefer the classic look of marble, you will discover an incredible range. And because they are vitrified, they are hardwearing and stain resistant.

The market offers a super versatile collection of vitrified tiles, you will find perfect for many styles of interiors – from the most contemporary, to even classic ones. You could also reduce installation and maintenance costs when compared to natural stone.

Safe & clean surfaces

Last but not least, a major trend in vitrified tile design for 2022 will be focussing on creating antibacterial surfaces, using the latest technologies to auto-clean the vitrified tile surfaces from bacteria. There is of course no need to specify the reason for this trend. Or are you still looking for them? Bios antibacterial is the name of the special treatment that eliminates 99% of the four main bacterial strains (Staphylococcus aureus, Enterococcus faecalis, Escherichia coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa) that you may find on surfaces.

“This is made possible, thanks to a silver-ion technology that blocks the metabolism of bacteria, eliminating them and preventing their proliferation.”

About Vitero

The tile sizes of your floor and wall tiles can do wonders to alter the perception of any room. With the right floor tile sizes, small rooms can be made to appear quite spacious, and large rooms can be made to seem more cosy. Flooring tiles are especially useful in this regard.

How large tiles make small spaces seem bigger

Since bigger tiles take up more space, other components in the room, like your furniture and fixtures will look more spaced out, which will result in making the room seem much more open. The grout lines that are in-between the tiles also help amplify this spacious effect, because they highlight the large size of the tiles and the space that they cover. Also remember that large tile sizes must be avoided in tight spaces like bathrooms because there isn’t enough space in these rooms for the large tiles to be laid out in a way to create this visual effect. So remember to choose your floor tile sizes accordingly.

How small tiles make large spaces seem smaller

Sometimes, there are large spaces, which would otherwise appear barren or plain, that need to be made to appear more cozy with the help of smaller tiles. This is when tile sizes of a smaller dimension can be used to make the furniture and fixtures appear bigger and closer to each other. Your interior designer would be the best person to take the call regarding the perfect size of tile for each space in your home. It is important to strike the right balance between the room size, the furniture and fixtures within, and the dimension of tiles that are used there. So make sure you look beyond standard tile sizes based on the space and its needs.

While the size of the tiles is a major factor is altering the space perception of a room, here are some other factors that you must consider as well:

Tile colour

It is a common practice to paint walls and ceilings the same colour because that makes rooms appear larger and airier. This monochromatic approach to making a space appear bigger extends to tiles as well. If you want the room to appear larger, the floor tile or wall tile colour should ideally either be the same colour as the wall and ceiling, or a similar colour that blends well into them. If you wish to make the room appear smaller, choose floor or wall tiles that are in contrast to the colour of your walls and ceiling.

The simple rule is that lighter shades are better for making small rooms appear bigger, and darker or brighter colours are more handy in making larger rooms appear smaller. This is why most bathrooms commonly feature shades of white and beige.

Tile layout

Another factor to consider while picking your tiles, apart from tile sizes, is the way that they will be laid out. In rooms that are narrow, it is advisable to create horizontal lines which make the room seem visually wider. For rooms that have low height, lay out the tiles to create vertical lines, which will visually make the ceiling appear higher. Tiles are an easy way to create these simple yet effective optical illusions.

Vitero Tiles is the best destination for the widest range of floor and wall tiles that are available in a variety of types, tile sizes and finishes. For your living room tiles and bedroom tiles, you can choose from our range of glazed vitrified tiles or polished glazed vitrified tiles. For outdoor and commercial spaces, you can check out our range of full body vitrified tiles or double charged vitrified tiles that are built for heavy duty use. For kitchens and bathrooms, we offer anti-skid digital floor and wall tiles in a wide variety of prints, colours and designs.

Remodeling an interior space with a perfect set of floor tiles for each area of your house can become a cumbersome task if you miss out on the basic details about the role and benefits of each tile finish before making the ultimate choice.

Let's begin with understanding the various types of tile finishes to determine which tile finishes suit various areas of a house.

Types of tile finishes:

1.    Glossy -

Glossy tiles are polished or glazed to perfection with an enduring sheen added on top of the tile's surface which makes it smooth and shiny. The glossy tile finish adds to the aesthetic appeal of an interior space and highlights particles, scratches or stains and other imperfections easily due to the enamel coating that reflects light making the room look bright and spacious. Hence, it is recommended for premium interiors and rooms with small area size and less natural lighting such as dining rooms, drawing rooms, entrances among others.

2.    High Glossy -

High glossy tiles are similar to marble finish tiles that wear additional layers of shine to create a marble effect. These silky finished tiles offer a mirror-like reflection of light giving your interior space a grandeur appeal. Being polished with hard grinding stone that enhances colours and grains of the tile design, the high glossy tiles add glam to the house due its rich surface colour that creates a stunning impression of your interior design. These are popularly chosen for living rooms, kitchen backsplashes and shower walls since they are easy to clean and maintain.

3.    Matt -

Matt finish tiles are highly durable and sturdy due to their anti-slippery properties in the absence of the enamel coating on the top layer of the surface. Matt finish floor tiles are mostly preferred  for indoor spaces with high-water usage such as kitchens and bathrooms since this tile finish has better friction and offers a contemporary look to the interiors.

4.    Sugar -

Sugar tiles consist of a grainy finish or a transparent-textured layer added to the final glaze of the tile surface. Being scratch-resistant, these tiles wear a suave appearance especially for parking spaces and balconies, adding a touch of sparkle to the gloss.

5.    Wood-Punch Matt -

Dwell into nature's beauty with the wood-punch matt finish tiles that create a classic appeal, identical to natural wood when laid on the floor. A special coating added to the top finish enhances the colours and grains of the tile design giving it a magnificent wooden vibe. These wood finish tiles can be used for almost any and every area of a house including bedrooms, kitchens, bathrooms, dining halls as well as outdoor areas including balconies and entrances.

6.    Rustic -

The rustic finish gives your house a traditional and grandeur appearance as it strikes a balance between glossy and matt finish tiles, without compromising on the shine. You may choose this tile finish for adding a classic touch to your living rooms, outdoor spaces and even bathrooms.

7.    Baby Soft -

Baby soft tile finish wears a soft and fine coating on top of the tile surface that makes it a safe choice due to its non-skid properties. It is generally preferred for kids' playrooms, fitness and yoga halls or other areas of a house that demands you to constantly stand for a longer period.

Vitrified floor tiles are a durable and secure option for residential properties as they are easy-to-install and maintain when compared to traditional flooring materials such as wood or marble.

Building your dream home is a labour of love, and every element that makes up a part of your abode deserves to be beautiful, durable, and allow you to live a hassle-free lifestyle.

When it comes to selecting the floor tiles and wall tiles for your home, it can get overwhelming to choose from the seemingly endless options that are available in the market. The first choice you will have to make is between opting for local tiles or branded tiles.

In this blog, we will examine the points of difference between the two and discover why branded tiles are the best choice for your home in the long run.

Availability

Owing to a pan-India network of dealers and showrooms, branded tiles are available in almost every corner of the country, whereas local tiles are limited to certain areas. With branded tiles, you also need not worry about them running out of stock of a particular tile, since their superior manufacturing capabilities, and up-to-date logistics ensure that all the tiles are always available in stock.

Consistency

State-of-the-art manufacturing capabilities and stringent quality control measures ensure that branded tiles are always of the same quality, both in terms of looks and performance. With local tiles, you are bound to find inconsistencies and minor manufacturing defects from time to time.

Durability

Branded tiles tend to use higher quality of raw materials and better manufacturing technology, which results in more robust and durable tiles that will last longer, and look great even after years of use. Local tiles, while cheaper at face value, will fade or erode quickly, and will constantly need to be replaced. Branded tiles also often come with some sort of guarantee from the company.

Uniform pricing

While there is no way to ensure uniform pricing of local tiles, which can be easily manipulated depending on the location and situation, branded tiles are uniformly priced across the country, and there is no scope for manipulating the pricing since all the information is easily accessible to the customer. The logo on branded tiles is also an assurance of quality, a claim which local tiles cannot make.

Wide Range

Because big tile manufacturing companies have access to the latest technologies, like nano-polishing or laser printing, they are able to offer a wide range of stunning designs and patterns that are beyond the capabilities of local tile manufacturers. This allows you to explore a multitude of options before you decide on a look that reflects your unique style.

So, if you’re looking for floor tiles and wall tiles for your home, choose a brand like Vitero Tiles - A part of the Aparna Group, which has over 30 years of experience in the building materials industry, Vitero Tiles is one of the India’s leading tile manufacturers, dedicated to delivering nothing but the best quality tiles to customers across the country.

Natural wooden flooring, the most coveted floor type everyone wants to have, is no longer an option. It is not just a question of being expensive anymore, but raises a much more life impacting reason to avoid such a luxury.

Nature doesn’t need us, we need nature

The world is running out of forests that produced timber out of which planks are cut to be used for wooden flooring and to make furniture. The estimated rate of deforestation is in the region of 20 million acres lost each year. To bring these real and sinister statistics home, more than 2400 trees are cut down each minute.

If that is not enough to make you sit up and take notice, the following definitely will: 137 different species of plants, animals, and birds are lost every single day due to the loss of rain forests. 31% of modern diseases are a result of deforestation. And hold your breath, deforestation causes approximately $2 trillion to $4.5 trillion in lost biodiversity each year.

But what more does all this destruction mean? To put it bluntly, we are collectively responsible for triggering an irreversible disaster. We as users of natural timber are not only destabilizing the delicate balance nature maintains, but have actively assisted in increasing the rate of global warming.

Becoming more or less the primary cause for so many more instances of wildfires, hurricanes, droughts, annual flooding and causing a dramatic increase in the concentration of harmful particles in the air we breath.

Best change comes from within

More and more specifiers are working towards reversing this disastrous trend. Instead of recommending a natural wood flooring, designers are advising clients to resist the urge. Especially when there is an effective solution that combines remarkable aesthetics of wood, with benefits that natural wood cannot provide.  

Unlike natural timber, wood finish vitrified tiles are incredibly hard-wearing, really easy to maintain and won’t rot or warp when they get wet. What is more, the range of wood effects come in all manner of sizes and styles.

They can be perfectly combined with all types of decoration. Bringing a touch of nature to your spaces and even become the focal point for your interiors and statements of style. Depending on the aesthetic effect you choose, wood finish vitrified tiles soften the atmosphere, giving a lot of character to your decor, while making it extremely warm and friendly.

Designs for all seasons

Wood finish vitrified tiles is a material that can be combined with many others such as metal or stone, for example. The latter can create surprising associations and can be laid not only on floors but also on walls as well. Giving a contemporary design look by creating a combination of pleasing colours, and a choice to establish the overall style of your interior spaces.

Technological advances now make it possible to produce even more original colours like grey for instance, which is often more difficult to find in natural wood. These grey wood effect finish lightens and refreshes an area where an atmosphere of rest and comfort is a design requirement. You can also create a more authentic look with more character, by using darker shades of colours and bring to life an antique look and feel, if that is what you prefer.

Think of creating an even more unique and chic concept, by choosing black wood effect vitrified tiles. The intense black look will highlight rest of the interior and create contrasts with the colour of your walls and the elements in your decoration. Something that you cannot achieve using natural timber!

Finally, there are shades of bleached or warmer colours you can choose to bring softness and warmth to the interiors, with a beige wood effect you will be able to create perfectly suited minimalist style that most want to achieve but are seldom successful. As a matter of fact, with a wood finish vitrified tile you could make your design in which wood is an integral part of your style statements without hurting the environment.

Benefits real wooden floors cannot match

Unlike real wood, which is generally a soft material and degrades more easily and quickly due to heavy traffic, wood effect vitrified tiles are highly resistant to wear and tear. They are easy to clean and do not require special treatment like real wooden flooring do -- the frequent application of a protective varnish or wax.

Since the suface of the wood effect flooring is almost non-porous, stains remain only on the surface and are easy to remove. All that the wood effect vitrified tile needs is hot and clear water to be thoroughly cleaned. They will maintain their bright and shinning appearance for the years to come. Besides, the flooring will remain hygienic throughout its lifetime, because wood effect vitrified tiles do not permit the development or growth of bacteria .

Wood effect, indoors & outdoors

One of the greatest qualities offered by vitrified tiles is that it repels water due to its almost zero porosity and feature anti-slip technology. Making them an ideal choice for not only wet areas such as bathrooms and kitchens, but also for outdoor settings such as flooring around swimming pools, terraces, balconies and verandas.

Vitrified tiles are also recommended for outdoor use since their colour and finish remain unaltered from the effect of solar radiation. Furthermore, it is strong enough to support heavy traffic areas and acts as a fire-resistant material, and meets all the requirements set out in the Technical Building Code.

Wood effect vitrified tiles are not affected due to frost or bad weather or because UV rays can discolour it. They retain their original colour, sheen and their good looks despite being exposed to the harshest of weather conditions. over time.

Ask the experts

Vitero is among the leading brands in the manufacture of vitrified tiles in the country. By quickly establishing its leadership in the market by setting new trends in styles owners of homes and commercial spaces desire and demand.

Vitero combines the aesthetics of natural wood with the technical properties of vitrified tiles. Using the latest digital-printing technology, wood-effect vitrified floor tiles are making it more and more difficult to distinguish a flooring produced using natural wood.

Vitero offers a broad variety of formats, which emulate bevelled boards to neoclassical-style herringbone formats, and in shades and finishes that replicate walnuts, oaks, mahagony, the wood-effect vitrified flooring you can create are quite simply matchless. Vitero helps you combine the warmth of wood and the low maintenance of vitrified tiles seamlessly.

Vitero wood finish collection has marked a new era in the interior design standards by offering textures of beech, oak, walnut, mahogany and cedar. Their delicate feel, fine grain and realistic colours make the vitrified wood finish a great option for substituting natural woods.

Tiles define the richness of an interior space by complimenting a couple of other décor elements such as wall textures and fixtures into the interior design, creating a chic appeal. Besides being a durable choice for floors and walls of any indoor area, they set the mood and tone for the theme of the space, as well as prevent indoor surfaces from stains, leakages and natural damages. Tiles are an important aspect of interior designing that should be chosen with care while renovating your indoor spaces. Once you decide upon a theme for your interior design, you can choose among ideal blue shaded floor tiles and wall tiles for the renovation of your home and office spaces.

"Blue color is everlastingly appointed by the deity to be a source of delight." - John Ruskin

Here's why you should consider choosing blue shaded floor tiles and wall tiles for your interior spaces:

●    The color 'Blue' is symbolic of trustworthiness and loyalty in professional relationships and collaborations. For the interiors of your work space, blue shaded floor tiles that are ideal for board rooms where sincere and honest interpersonal interactions take place.

●    Blue is a color that stirs up our stability-seeking emotions. The color also builds an atmosphere of serenity to soothe our peace-seeking instincts. Surround yourself with blue-textured wall tiles in your living room where you spend most of the time at leisure and indulge in creative pursuits to relax and unwind.

●    Blue color also vouches for reliability and raises productivity levels. It also boosts confidence and reflects authoritativeness. To create an impression of boldness and an ambience of tranquility, choose blue-colored tiles that accurately portray the theme of your interior design.

Primarily, determine the type of surface and the location of the indoor space based on which suitable blue shaded floor tiles and wall tiles can be chosen for the renovation of your indoor space. Floor tiles are usually twice as thick and hard as wall tiles, since they experience a high volume of traffic flow, and have an added texture to prevent the risk of skidding. Alternatively, wall tiles are slim, smooth and delicate which can be easily tweaked to mount additional fixtures on the wall. Choose from our premium range of blue shaded tiles listed below.

Floor Tiles:

1.    Pale Azul glazed vitrified tiles belong to the blue color family and showcase a matt finish that gives a royal look to the flooring of your living room and bedrooms. (https://viterotiles.com/glazed-vitrified-tiles/pale-azul)

2.    Dynomo Azul are digitally-printed blue shaded glazed vitrified tiles that are offered in both glossy and matt finishes making it an ideal and elegant choice for most indoor and outdoor spaces including bathrooms. (https://viterotiles.com/glazed-vitrified-tiles/dynomo-azul )

3.    Granos - FL are digital floor tiles that give a magnificent touch of blue with a durable matt finish making it the right pick for bathrooms. (https://viterotiles.com/digital-floor-tiles/granos-fl ).

Wall Tiles:

1.    Blue Pearl glazed vitrified tiles create an alluring impact with a high glossy finish that are most suitable for the walls of indoor spaces such as kitchens, bathrooms and balconies. (https://viterotiles.com/glazed-vitrified-tiles/blue-pearl )

2.    Granos Grefite - HL are digital wall tiles that come with a sugar finish and stylish prints to glam up the walls of commercial spaces, kitchens and bathrooms with calming shades of blue. (https://viterotiles.com/digital-wall-tiles/granos-grefite-hl )

3.    Granos Grefite - DK are a rich shade of blue digital wall tiles with a sugar finish that create a bold appeal for the wall of commercial spaces, kitchens and bathrooms and are easy-to-maintain. (https://viterotiles.com/digital-wall-tiles/granos-grefite-dk )

4.    Vitra 038 - HL are an artistic blend of various shades of pastel colors dominated by blue hand-prints that make it a majestic choice for the wall of commercial spaces, kitchens and contemporary bathrooms. (https://viterotiles.com/digital-wall-tiles/vitra-038-hl )

Choosing tiles for different spaces in your home can be a difficult task if done without proper supervision and care. Every area in the house is unique in its own way and has functional requirements that are specific to itself. Therefore, one has to consider different types of tiles for different areas. To make a well-informed decision, it is important that you keep in mind the spatial, functional and visual aspects of the space before making a purchase.

Here are some tips that will help you understand the best tile options for different spaces in a home so that you can make a better decision.

1.    Room size & Tile size

The size and measurements of an area are one of the most important things to consider when choosing tiles. Small-sized tiles are often best suited for smaller residential spaces like kitchens, bathrooms and other utility areas. Similarly, large-sized tiles are preferred for larger spaces like living rooms and bedrooms.

Large tiles make any space look airier and bigger. If you have a smaller room, light-colored tiles are a great option as they give the effect of increased space. However, for a larger room, one can choose from a wide range of options ranging from light to dark coloured tiles.

2.    Natural light

The presence or absence of natural light is another important consideration while choosing the right tiles. If you have a space that is small and does not receive a lot of natural light, you can opt for light coloured floor tiles that are white, beige, sand, or cream in colour.

You can also go for marble-finish glazed vitrified tiles. They reflect light greatly due to their glossy finish, making any space look breathier. To further enhance the illusion of extended space, you can install similar-looking wall tiles and opt for a matching grout colour.

3.    Design needs

Tiles can greatly complement the interior decor of your home and hence it is essential to install floor and wall tiles that blend seamlessly with the rest of your interior design. Depending on your visual needs, you can experiment with different textures, patterns, colours and styles of floor tiles.

Digitally printed glazed vitrified wall tiles come in attractive designs and patterns that can perfectly suit any space in the house. For instance, for bathrooms, one can opt for shades of cream, blue and other natural colours or go for checkered, floral or wave-like prints.

Similarly, for kitchens too, digital wall tiles with floral, or nature-inspired colours and pints are all great choices. You can even opt for contrasting colours to add a sense of vibrance and energy.

4.    Slip resistance and anti-stain

Every space in the house plays different functions and hence it is important to pick tiles whose qualities match the purpose of the space. For example, bathrooms need water-resistant tiles that are anti-slippery whereas kitchens require anti-stain tiles that are easy to clean and maintain.

In this regard, it is best to install different kinds of vitrified tiles in different spaces as they are all anti-skid, resistant to water, stains, scratches, and dirt, thus reducing the risk of accidents and making every space extremely easy to clean.

At Vitero, we have the perfect solution for all your tile needs, no matter what your requirement. Explore from our range of stunning colours and designs and choose from a variety of digitally printed floor and wall tiles, that are available in glossy, matt and many other finishes.

While choosing tiles for your bathroom, go beyond the usual whites and plain colours to create a unique look and ambience that helps you relax. The bathroom is also one of the most frequently used rooms by residents and guests alike. So while it is important to keep bathrooms functional, you can always choose to glam them up a little with the help of digital wall tiles.

What are Digital Wall Tiles?

Digital wall tiles, as the name suggests, are tiles meant to be used on walls, which are made available in a wide variety of colours, patterns and designs, thanks to modern digital printing technology. These digitally printed wall tiles are commonly used in kitchens and bathrooms, and are made up of natural sand and heated in the kiln to high temperatures. Digital wall tiles come with an attractive texture/design that is printed on to them, allowing an almost endless range of styles to suit any design aesthetic. Available in matt, glossy and sugar finish variants, these colourful digital wall tiles are a quick and simple way to add a touch of class to your walls.

Add a pop of colour and style to your bathroom walls

Traditionally speaking, different shades of white were the most preferred tiles for bathrooms. But with the magic of modern digital printing technology, it is possible to go beyond the whites and choose from patterns, designs and colours that are far more interesting. You can either mix and match colours to bring in a sense of playfulness or stick to a single colour all throughout for a more subtle look. Decorate your bathroom with patterns that look like art

While colours can be a great way to liven up your bathroom, you can also go a step forward by bringing in bathroom tiles that have interesting patterns and prints on them. You can choose to decorate your bathroom with geometric designs, floral patterns, brick patterned tiles or even bathroom wall tiles that mimic the finish of natural materials like wood and marble. Today, digital tiles for bathroom walls are far more design driven than ever before and bringing in a little bit of design through your bathroom tiles will only enhance the space.

Choose from a range of finishes

Apart from designs, colours and patterns, you can keep things interesting by mixing and matching the three different finishes that are available in digitally printed wall tiles. You have the option to choose between matt, glossy and sugar finish digital wall tiles. While it is not recommended to use glossy tiles for your bathroom floors due to functional reasons, the walls can be adorned with digital wall tiles of any finish. The different textures add another dimension to the style of your bathroom wall tiles.

Style with functionality

Functionality is an important factor to consider when choosing digital tiles for bathroom walls. Since the bathroom is where there is the maximum amount of water usage, you should choose high-quality tiles that are easy to maintain. They should be stain-resistant, anti-skid, and should not fade after just a few years of use.

What are Nano Tiles?

Nano Tiles are an upgrade to the general ceramic tiles that companies have been manufacturing. To compete in the international market and to create more sophisticated products, nano tiles were manufactured.

The term ‘Nano’ in Nano tiles comes from Chemical- Nanotechnology, which makes the tiles contain special nano particles. These particles form a layer on the tiles, thereby giving them water and dust repellent properties.

What are the benefits of using Nano tiles?

Water Repellent: No amount of water can seep through the nano tiles. They’ll retain their sheen and polish only to last for as long as you want them to! Stain Resistant: With nano-technology stepping in, you no longer have to scratch your head for stain removal tricks.. YES, you heard that right. The invisible Nano polish on the tiles will prevent liquids from seeping in your tiles and in turn prevent stains. Anti-bacterial: Nano-technology with its high anti-bacterial properties keeps the germs off your floor! It actually makes the 5-second rule come true! In addition to all this, a majority of sanitary wares use nanotechnology for the exceptional benefits it offers.

Vitrified floor tiles with nanotechnology

Nano polished vitrified tiles: A layer of liquid silica is applied on the vitrified tiles to fill the micro (nano) pores on the tiles surface, thus giving them a smoother feel and look. This type of tiles is called nano polished vitrified tiles. Nowadays most of the factories offer nano polishing for soluble salt tiles to add extra shine to the tiles.

Double Charge (DC): Double Charged Vitrified Tiles is a type of vitrified tiles where the press feeds two different colours on the tiles bisque and makes a thick layer of design on top of it and under high temperature. This makes the design layer 3 to 4 mm thicker and an ideal choice for heavy traffic.

How to check the genuinity of these tiles?

To check the authenticity while choosing the nano tiles, you may check their performance by:

Pouring water on the tiles: If properly coated, the water should form droplets and roll-off from the surface of the nano tiles.

So, you don’t have to be a rocket scientist to select the right nano tiles for your house application, but with the above pointers in mind, costly mistakes can be avoided. Go to a reputable dealer and tell him how you plan to use the nano tiles; the rest lies up to your aesthetic choice.