As spring slowly approaches, it’s time to look ahead and get excited about all the projects you can take on this year. Victorian tiles are going to be in this season, so read on for 5 simple steps to designing the perfect garden path utilising Victorian outdoor tiles.
1. A Stitch In Time
You don’t need us to tell you how important it is to pick the opportune time to start a new project. No one wants to be trying to tile their garden in the wind and the rain, not to mention it’s not much of a path if it’s busy sinking into the mud. Too much rain will mean you don’t have the proper surface for laying your tiles, and they’re likely to move as the earth dries. Waiting until the weather is a bit drier is important to allow your tiles and the adhesive to set. Don’t forget to clear the proper space in your garden first, too. You don’t want your tiles cracking because of falling flower pots or being scratched by rogue branches.
Of course, if you’re less into the D.I.Y. aspect of home improvement, then a spring holiday – there’s always half-term – would be the perfect time to hire a company to do it for you. Just make sure you have someone overseeing the task who knows exactly what you want and what you ordered.
2. Trust The Experts
Even if you want a hand in laying your path – and it’s easy to give in to the temptation to do it all yourself – you should always seek expert advice. You might even consider hiring a professional, who’s worked with Victorian tiles before. Geometric designs such as the ones featured on Victorian tiles can benefit from an expert eye. Not only that, but we recommend hiring an expert so that you can be guaranteed the perfect path. A professional can also help you when it comes to placing your order, making sure you don’t end up with too many or too few tiles for the job. Make sure you book in advance; as soon as you know when you want the job done, start looking for the tiler you want.
3. Classic Or Modern?
The most fun part of your project is choosing the design you want. Victorian tiles vary wildly, from eye-catching geometric designs with pleasing symmetry to mosaic tiles. You’re not limited by colour either, as even the Victorians sometimes went for something a little more vibrant. If you browse online, you’ll have your pick between traditional, authentic designs, or something a little more modern. You could even create your own design, and make it truly a one-of-a-kind project. The choice is yours.
4. Quality Counts
The fun part is always the easiest. Once you’ve nailed down the design, however, you’ll want to know it’s going to last. It’s important to order your tiles from a company that creates quality Victorian path tiles London. You’ll want to check for things like what temperature the tiles have been fired to, if they’re hard wearing, or if they can stand up to snowy winters, and wet weather.
5. Tiles Maintenance
Once your path is laid, it’s going to need upkeep occasionally. Choose tiles that will be easy to clean, and invest in specialty cleaning products. Keep your path washed regularly, and don’t seal them unless you want them to crack if there’s frost.
And that’s about all you should know. Now, go forth and tile!