Aire Blue Gloss Metro

Yes – the gloss finish on the Aire Blue Gloss Metro tile reflects light around the room, which can make a bathroom feel noticeably brighter and more spacious. The pastel blue tone further enhances this effect by adding a sense of depth and calm without overwhelming a smaller space. Laying the 100x200mm metro tiles in a horizontal brick-bond pattern is a particularly effective technique for making a narrow bathroom feel wider.

Both tiles share the same 100x200mm size, 7mm thickness, and pastel blue shade, but the gloss finish of this tile gives kitchen walls a brighter, more reflective appearance that can help lift a darker kitchen space. The gloss surface is also very easy to wipe clean after cooking splashes, as grease and residue sit on the smooth surface rather than being absorbed. If you prefer a more understated, contemporary look then the matt version may suit you better, but for a light-enhancing, easy-clean kitchen wall the gloss finish is an excellent option.

You can combine the Aire Blue Gloss Metro tiles with other tiles from the Monocolour range, though it is worth bearing in mind that the metro tile is 7mm thick while the square Aire Blue Matt is 5.5mm thick, so careful planning with your tiler will be needed to ensure the surfaces sit flush or transition neatly. Mixing a gloss metro as a feature band or panel against a matt surround is a popular design approach that adds visual interest while keeping a cohesive colour palette. Using the same shade of pastel blue across both formats will tie the look together beautifully.