A Room-by-Room Guide to Choosing Tile & Stone in Bermuda

Tile and stone love Bermuda’s climate—and today’s materials can go almost anywhere in the home when you match the product to the space and install it correctly.  Below is a fast, practical tour of what works best where (and why).

Kitchen: Backsplashes That Work Hard

Backsplashes are your chance to add colour, pattern, or subtle texture. Glass and natural-stone mosaics are popular, and metallic accents are a timeless way to add sparkle without overwhelming the room. 

Bathrooms: Design for Humidity (and Easy Cleaning)

Bathrooms are the classic home for tile because they handle wet, humid environments beautifully. Beyond porcelain and ceramic, consider glass, travertine, marble, or slate for surrounds and feature walls.  Large-format tiles in showers reduce grout lines (read: less to clean) and visually open up the space; mix a coordinating small-scale tile as a border or niche detail for interest.  If you love natural stone, seal it and skip harsh cleaners to keep it looking luxe.  Modern grouts often include mildew inhibitors—great for Bermuda bathrooms. 

Walls: Don’t Stop at the Bath

Tile isn’t just for showers. It’s a low-maintenance alternative to paint or wallpaper in bedrooms, living rooms, and kids’ spaces—and trims and specialty formats can add texture and depth. 

Entryways & Mudrooms: Tough and Beautiful

High-traffic zones call for durable, easy-care materials. In a formal foyer, natural stone or porcelain (polished or natural) makes a statement; in mudrooms, ceramic or porcelain is a practical, low-maintenance pick. 

Outdoor Spaces & Pools: Built for Island Life

Natural stone is a favourite outside, and today’s porcelains can be just as capable. Coralina stone blends beautifully with Bermuda limestone, while bush-hammered porcelains offer grip and low maintenance. For pool waterlines and curves, mosaics deliver those jewel-tone moments. 

Floors: Size, Rating, and Reality

When you’re choosing floor tile, consider application (indoor vs. exterior), slip resistance, traffic, maintenance, size, finish, and pattern.  Floors can often climb the wall, but wall-only tiles typically shouldn’t go on floors. Manufacturers rate products for appropriate use—from light residential to heavy commercial—so once function is covered, your choice becomes mostly about aesthetics and finish. 

Pro Tip: Bring the Right Info to the Showroom

Sketches, basic room measurements, and a few inspiration images will help our team zero-in on the best options fast. 

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