Living room tiles
Looking for floor tiles for the living room? Here you can compare floor tiles in different styles, colors, and larger formats for renovations and new builds. Living room floor tiles are hard-wearing, easy to maintain, and suitable for intensive daily use, and they often work well with underfloor heating. Filter by style and format right away and quickly choose the tile that suits your space. For a more focused search, view our overview of Living Room Floor Tiles.
Why tiles are a smart choice for the living room
Living room tiles are popular because they combine a neat appearance with low maintenance. They stand up to heavy foot traffic and daily use, dirt, and scratches. With the right color, finish, and size, you can create a sleek, calm, or warm floor, for example with wood-look tiles. They are often easier to maintain than more delicate flooring options.
Choose the right look: light, gray, dark, or concrete-look
White or light-colored tiles make the living room feel fresher and more spacious, especially with little natural light or in a more compact room. Gray tones and concrete-look tiles create a calm, modern foundation that pairs easily with many interior styles. Black or other dark tiles add contrast and a luxurious feel, but are more visually prominent. For a timeless living room, subtle colors and understated patterns usually work best.
Compare large formats for the living room
| Size | Appearance | Practical consideration |
|---|---|---|
| 60x60 | A calm floor appearance that often works well in smaller living rooms. | Practical for rooms with more corners or interruptions. |
| 80x80 | A modern, open look with fewer grout lines. | Requires a level subfloor and precise installation. |
| 120x120 | An extra sleek, luxurious floor with minimal grout lines. | Looks best in spacious living rooms and requires great precision. |
A popular and versatile size is 60x60; browse our 60x60 floor tiles. Unsure which of two sizes to choose? Read: Choosing 60x60 or 60x120 tiles?
How to choose tiles that suit your living room
- Start with size and color; these have the biggest impact on the floor’s appearance.
- Then consider the finish and grout pattern for a calm or more striking result; marble-look tiles are a luxurious option.
- Take the room’s area, natural light, an open-plan kitchen and living area, and existing furniture into account when choosing.
- Also consider children, pets, and heavy foot traffic, and compare several options in the range.
Tiles and underfloor heating: a great combination
Tiles often work well with underfloor heating because they transfer heat comfortably and evenly. This makes the floor feel more comfortable and gently warms the living room. Tiles also retain their shape with intensive daily use. However, the tile you choose, the subfloor, and the installation all affect the final result.
Maintaining living room tiles
- Remove dust and sand regularly so loose dirt does not build up.
- Mop with a mild cleaner and avoid harsh products.
- Everyday dirt and most stains are usually easy to remove.
- Also pay attention to the grout to keep the floor looking good in the long term.
- This often makes tiled floors easier to maintain than floors that are more susceptible to moisture or dirt.
Frequently asked questions about living room tiles
Below are brief answers to frequently asked questions about the price, large tiles, tile paint and laying living room tiles.
How much does a tiled floor cost?
The price depends on the type of tile, size, number of square meters, cutting waste, subfloor and any installation costs. So compare not only the price of the tiles, but also the total cost of the floor, including adhesive, grout and installation. Larger formats or distinctive patterns may be priced differently from more standard options.
What are the disadvantages of large tiles?
Large tiles require a level subfloor, precise cutting and are heavier to handle. This can be less practical in smaller living rooms or spaces with lots of corners. The advantage of large floor tiles is still the calm look they create, with fewer grout lines, which is especially appealing in many living rooms.
How long does tile paint last?
Tile paint is usually a temporary way to refresh a floor. How long it lasts depends largely on the preparation, the paint used and how much wear the floor gets. Since a living room floor sees a lot of daily use, replacing the tiles is usually the more durable choice for a lasting change in appearance.
Where should I start when laying tiles?
The starting point depends on the room and the layout, but work often begins along a straight sightline or from the center so that cut pieces are less noticeable. Dry-laying the tiles, deciding on the laying direction and aligning them carefully help prevent mistakes. Always follow the installation instructions for the materials used.
Browse the range and choose your living room tiles
View the range above and filter by look, color and size to compare living room tiles instantly. Choose a tile that suits your style, how you use the space and any underfloor heating. Need help choosing? Contact us for advice or request tile samples. Order easily online; tiles are delivered free in the Netherlands and Belgium on orders over €299.
