Choosing the perfect tiles for your Victorian home
Victorian homes possess a unique charm, with their ornate fireplaces, high ceilings, and period features that reflect a bygone era of craftsmanship. Choosing the right tiles for your Victorian kitchen, bathroom, or fireplace is key to enhancing the elegance and character of these historic interiors. Marlborough Tiles, as one of the oldest tile makers in England, offers a range of artisanal tiles perfectly suited to period properties.
Why Marlborough Tiles are perfect for Victorian homes
- Heritage craftsmanship: Established over decades, Marlborough Tiles specialises in traditional hand painted and handmade tiles, ensuring authenticity and quality for period properties.
- Bespoke designs: We can create tiles tailored to your specific Victorian interior, whether replicating a historical pattern or designing a unique feature wall.
- Wide range of collections: From Classic Delft to timeless colours, our collections cover the styles that complement period homes beautifully.
- Versatile applications: Ideal for kitchens, bathrooms, fireplaces, hallways, or feature panels, our tiles bring period charm with lasting durability.
Tips for choosing tiles for Victorian homes
When selecting tiles for a Victorian property, consider the following:
Historical harmony: Stick to colours and patterns that reflect the era. Deep blues, emerald greens, muted reds, and soft creams or off-whites work beautifully.
Patterned tiles for impact: Victorian homes often feature decorative tiles with geometric, floral, or motif-based designs. Use patterned tiles for floors, fireplace surrounds, or splashbacks.
Mix and match with care: Consider combining plain and decorative tiles. For example, a plain off-white tile can balance a richly patterned floor or feature wall.
Feature panels and borders: Victorian interiors love detail. Borders, friezes, and corner motifs add period-appropriate elegance.
Functional considerations: Ensure your chosen tiles suit their purpose - slip-resistant for floors, glazed for easy-to-clean bathrooms and kitchens, and heat-resistant for fireplaces.
The best colours for Victorian homes
Classic blue and white: Perfect for kitchens or bathrooms, evoking a traditional English aesthetic.
Deep jewel tones: Rich emeralds, royal blues, and ruby reds complement period woodwork and brass fixtures.
Floral and geometric patterns: Tiles with subtle or intricate patterns work well on floors, borders, and splashbacks.
Neutral off-whites and soft greys: Ideal for creating balance and a timeless backdrop for patterned feature tiles.
Heritage motifs: Victorian-inspired designs including flowers, animals, corner motifs, and landscapes bring authenticity to fireplaces and tiled panels.
Our approach here at Marlborough Tiles is rooted in craftsmanship and a deep respect for history. Every tile is handmade and hand painted using traditional techniques, creating pieces with character and depth.
By choosing our tiles for your Victorian home, you’re not just selecting a surface, you’re investing in artistry that complements and enhances the period features of your property.
Whether you are renovating a kitchen, designing a bathroom, or restoring a fireplace, Marlborough Tiles offers the expertise and range to ensure your Victorian home retains its authentic charm, while benefiting from the beauty and practicality of artisan, English tiles.
Customer favourites
As featured in…
