It can be difficult to know what to do with our outdoor spaces at times. Some of us believe they are too small to make a significant difference, others believe they are too maintenance-intensive, and still others believe they are simply uninspired. Do not worry, we have some tips for you to keep in mind when tiling an outdoor space, whether it's a patio, path, balcony or terrace. We hope you find them useful. After all, everyone enjoys a good barbecue, and what could be more enjoyable than showing off your beautiful garden to your friends and family members.

When selecting tiles for outdoor, it is important that they are capable of withstanding the full range of British weather conditions. Because they are 100% colorfast, which means their color will not fade under the (rarely scorching) sun, Valverdi Indoor-Out porcelain tiles for outdoor are a great choice for outdoor applications.

Despite the fact that it is currently summer, another condition that these tiles outdoors must be able to withstand is the extreme cold (and possibly snow!) that we experience in the winter. If natural stone tiles have not been properly sealed, the effects of frost can be devastating to their appearance. Porcelain has a low porosity by nature, which means that it will not crack when exposed to frozen moisture, as opposed to ceramic and natural stone, which will.

Aside from being stain-resistant, porcelain is also resistant to algae build-up and will not discolor as a result.

You must ensure that the area you are paving is pitched away from your home if it is adjacent to your home. This means that the side closest to your home must be higher than the other side in order to prevent any water from building up and causing damp. If you have a larger paved area, you will need to do a little more planning because you don't want to end up with your own little pond!

Patios and driveways are two of the most common types of outdoor spaces.
When tiling an outdoor area, a Geotextile permeable membrane will be required to keep the water out of the subsoil. A layer of compacted crushed stone will be placed on top of this to provide adequate drainage. When the sublayers are complete, they are ready for a strong bedding, such as reinforced concrete, that will be able to support the combined weight of the adhesive, your chosen , and grout. All of the tiles must be laid into a bed that is free of holes and dips.

balconies, roof terraces, and other outdoor spaces
When it comes to tiling a balcony or roof terrace, a pedestal system is the best option available. It is a simple and quick method of supporting tiles outdoors without the use of a filled joint, allowing water to drain to the surface below and then use existing falls to support the existing structure.