High in the tiles selection stakes at this moment is this high gloss light sand coloured porcelain tile (right). As the bathroom is miniscule, I think the highly polished surface, which almost resembles glass, will bounce the light around the room and it doesn't appeared as matt and dull as some of the natural stone samples.
Unlike many of its natural stone rivals, porcelain is non porous and highly resistant to chemicals; it doesn't require regular sealing and is extremely low maintenance; and it is very resistant to abrasion as it is actually harder, stronger and more durable than natural stone. But what I like most about porcelain is that it doesn't have that 'printed' quality of some ceramic tiles that are often made to resemble marble or natural stone, but do it badly.
The sample I was sent has very subtle textural flecks, similar to granite, enough to make the tile interesting without finding yourself caught up in a web of swirls simulating onyx or marble, which I think would be a mistake in such a small space. The light sand colour is agreeable and not too buttery or peachy to be cloying, yet it has just enough colour to contrast with the white of the wash basin, bath & toilet. One other detail worth mentioning is that the tile edge doesn't have that slight raise that tiles often have, and if grouted correctly should blend smoothly and seamlessly. What more can I say... unless something better arrives in the post tomorrow, this could be it.
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