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• Ceramic wall tiles are available in a wide choice of sizes, colours, designs and shapes. Square tiles are the most common, but other shapes include rectangles, hexagons, diamonds, octagons or interlocking designs.
  
• Combination tiles feature patterns or a design motif on a background, and co-ordinate with plain tiles. They allow you to introduce variation and give relief to an otherwise plain wall.
  
• Wall tiles are thinner (4 to 6mm thick) than floor tiles, as they are subject to less wear. They are easier to work with and cut or snap to a scored line. They are also brittle and will chip or break easily if dropped.
  
• Universal tiles have bevelled edges and/or spacing lugs to give correct spacing for grout between tiles. Standard field tiles have square edges and must be spaced by other means. Plastic spacers can be used to give even spacing for the grout.
  
• Rectangular border tiles (often half-size), ceramic edging trims and mouldings are available to give definition to the tiled area. Clearly defined and well-finished edges give a professional look.
  
• Grout lines must remain in line and constant, as the eye is drawn to the straight lines of grouting. When choosing a border tile or trim, make sure that it is the same width as the other tiles used.