CBFD – Tile & Bathware Blog
Beyond the Surface
At CBFD, we go Beyond the Surface to bring you expert insights into the world of tiles and bathware. Whether you’re looking for inspiration, trends, or advice, our blog is your go-to source for everything tile and bathroom-related. From the latest styles in bathware to the durability and aesthetic appeal of high-quality tiles, we explore the materials, craftsmanship, and innovations shaping modern spaces.
Tile Designs
Capture the essence of your next project with an abundance of inspirational tile designs detailed in these blog posts.
Bathware & Tile Pairs
Looking for amazing bathware and tile combinations? Here are some great combinations for your next project.
Behind the Collection
Detailed breakdown of each tile collection — designs, finish, statistics and real‑world application examples.
Space Showcase
Want to see CBFD products in action? Here are some amazing space showcases that use CBFD tiles & bathware.
Coastal Tiles that Capture the Charm of the Australia’s Coast
You love the beach, the calm, the light, the effortless rhythm of waves on sand. But at home, that same feeling can be hard to capture. Open plan living can feel stark and uninspiring and the spaces you love most just do not have that coastal ease you crave. It…
Designing With Scale: When to Choose Large Format Tiles vs Small Format Tiles
Choosing the right tile size is one of the most important decisions in any interior project. Scale affects the way a space feels, how it’s perceived, and even how it performs. Our collections, including Alleghe, Vinci, and Volterra, provide both large and small format options, helping designers, builders, and homeowners make choices that…
Make Your Walls Pop in 2026: Feature Wall and Splashback Tiles That Bring Your Home to Life
Ever walk into a room and feel like something is… missing? Maybe your living room, kitchen or bathroom looks clean and finished, but it lacks character. The walls are just walls, the spaces just spaces. It can leave your home feeling ordinary, like it’s missing that spark that makes you…
Slip Resistant Pool Tiles That Don’t Compromise on Style
The Pool Problem Nobody Talks About – Slip Resistant Pool Tiles Choosing tiles for your pool is trickier than it looks. You want them to look amazing, but safety can’t be compromised. Many homeowners and designers face the same dilemma: how to achieve both. Safety vs Style: Why Most Pool Tiles…
The Rise of Tile Format Diversity: How Large and Small Tiles Are Shaping Modern Interiors
Today’s interior tile format designs are evolving faster as the years go by. Designers, Architects and Homeowners alike, are embracing format diversity, combining large, seamless surfaces with intricate small-format details to build spaces that elude expansiveness, textuality and thoughtful curation. Our latest collections, the Alleghe, Vinci and Volterra, perfectly embody…
Planning Warm Subway Tiles: Colour and Laying Options for Your Home
Warm tiles can make any space feel inviting and comfortable. Off-white, beige, sand, terracotta, and patterned tiles give you options to create rooms that feel bright, cosy, or interesting, all before any tiles are laid. Subway tiles are particularly versatile. They’re easy to visualise and play around with, so you…
The Rise of Modern Wastes and Grates: Your Stylish Guide to Wastes and Grates in 2025
Bathrooms are one of the most personal spaces in a home, and the details often make all the difference. While basins, tiles, and tapware usually draw the eye, the humble waste or grate is a feature that’s easily overlooked. Modern bathroom design has changed that. Today, wastes and grates are…
3 Luxurious Bathroom Trends Where Concrete Basins Shine
Concrete basins are no longer just functional fixtures. They have become design statements that can elevate the entire look of a bathroom. At CBFD, our concrete basin collections provide both style and versatility, featuring smooth opaque finishes as well as industrial textures. Drawn to minimalist luxury or bold industrial aesthetics?…
Porcelain vs Ceramic Tiles: The Design Decision That Changes Everything
Every Surface Sets the Tone: Porcelain Vs Ceramic Tiles When shaping a space, it’s the subtle choices that define the atmosphere. One of the most important decisions, yet often delayed, is selecting between porcelain and ceramic tiles. At a glance, they appear alike. But their true distinction lies beneath the surface, in how they…