Above: Our Memphis Porcelain Coral tiles (£65.40 per sq m), laid here on the hearth, are the perfect complement for this bright yellow stove, creating a striking pink and yellow combo

It hasn’t exactly been a scorching summer so far, but if you’ve managed to refrain from turning your heating back on, now is the perfect time to jazz up your fireplace area with some super-stylish tiles. On our latest blog, we offer expert advice on how to choose your materials, highlight the latest tile styles available, explain how size, shape and pattern can impact the results you achieve – and even suggest some outdoor firepit patio designs. We also showcase interior design student Charlotte’s fireplace renovation in her home, featuring our Memphis Porcelain Coral tiles.

Our director Richard Skeoch explains: “New tiles are a fabulous way to transform your fireplace surround and create a stand-out focal point in your living room. They can be used on the chimney breast, in the alcove, around the grate, and in the hearth. But first and foremost, you’ll need to take into account some practical considerations. If your fireplace is functional, you must make sure that the tiles you choose can withstand the high temperatures your fireplace can reach.”

Richard’s top tips for choosing the best fireplace tiles include:

·      Choose your material wisely. Fireplace tiles need to be durable and heat-resistant. They also need to be easy to clean! Porcelain and ceramic tiles are popular picks, in addition to natural stones such as marble and granite.

·      Evaluate your room’s style. Is the interiors setting modern or traditional? That’s not to say you can’t mix and match – a subtle clash of styles can look fantastic. But bear in mind you don’t want the finished effect to be jarring, or to look completely out of place.

·      Assess size and shape. It sounds obvious, but the size and shape of your fireplace should also guide your fireplace tile selection. Consider which areas you will actually be tiling – there’s a big difference between a wall-to-chimney ceiling breast and a compact hearth surround.

·      Pick the right pattern. Fireplace tiles don’t have to be plain. Patterns work well in both modern and traditional settings, adding contrast and visual interest.

We have new and existing comprehensive patterned tile collections, with more than 15,000 bespoke floor and wall tiles in a variety of patterns, colours, shapes and sizes. We also offer a dedicated collection of luxury wallcoverings, distinctive bathroom pieces, from mesmerising mirrors to stylish storage, and paint. Our highly skilled team is available to offer expert advice, such as technical know-how and in-depth product knowledge to homeowners, designers, specifiers and architects.

To find out more about our product portfolio and discover more expert advice from our director Richard Skeoch, read our blog on Fireplace ideas here. To discover all of our tile collections, visit our website here.

Would you like to feature large lifestyle or cut-out images or receive more information on any of our products? Our director, Richard Skeoch, is also available for exclusive interviews on tiles trends, new products and more. Please email richard@hyperiontiles.com 

Above: Make a strong style statement in your living room with our Pearl & Brighton Stone Hexagonal Split tiles (£64.80 per box) for the perfect tile surround. This encaustic tile has elevated this living area into a space for entertaining

Above: Tap into the enduring trend for stripes with this new simple yet striking tile collection. Exquisitely handmade, this collection called Striped is available in three widths: Wide, Midi and Skinny. They can be mixed and matched for contemporary appeal inside or out, on both walls and floors. The encaustic tiles showcased in this bathroom, which feature Rhubarb Skinny Stripe and Midi Stripe (both £87.36 per box), have created a striking effect on this old fireplace

Above: We love mixing up rectangular and square tiles. Here they’ve been deployed to make the wood burner a real feature with a backdrop of encaustic fireplace tiles, using our Old Iron Skirting tile (£6.61 per tile) in dark grey, which creates the perfect fire surround when paired with our white Brighton Stone Square tiles (£67.20 per box)

Above: Transform your living room with a modern fireplace design. This wood burner creates a striking effect in this space thanks to the fireplace tile, which was picked to create the hearth. These porcelain tiles are called Black Alalpardo (£78.76 per sq m) and have been teamed with our Ebony Black Herringbone tiles (£94.18 per box) for the fireplace surround. This black tile offers a modern twist on the chimney breast, which contrasts well with the rustic wood burner

Above: Why not use fireplace tiles to create an outdoor traditional fireplace design, complete with bricks to keep you warm when the summer weather isn’t very summery! Check out our Cabana Porcelain Havana tiles (£59.48 per box), which create a striking statement on the floor of this patio area

Further information :-

• We specialise in providing bespoke wall and flooring solutions with porcelain, stone and mosaic tiles, engineered wood flooring, bamboo, luxury vinyl and luxury wall panels for every project, large or small.
• We offer a bespoke experience for large projects, which includes working closely with the client and unlimited private viewings.
• We have a dedicated showroom at 67 High Street, Ascot, Berkshire, SL5 7HP where you can peruse our comprehensive tiles, panel and flooring collections at your leisure.
• You can read our blog here, which is filled with all the latest news and views from our team, from trends to product launches.