Florence Grey, Smoke White and Oslo Gris: choosing grey and white indoor tiles depends on how much natural light a room gets, the undertone of your furniture and fittings, and whether a matt or polished surface suits the way the space is used. Below, Axar Tiles compares our most requested grey, white and cream ranges so you can narrow the choice before ordering samples.
Florence Grey and Florence White
Florence Grey is a matt porcelain tile with soft, stone-style veining in a mid to light grey, giving the depth of natural stone without sealing or ongoing maintenance. Its low-sheen surface disguises footprints and water marks, which makes it well suited to open-plan kitchens, hallways and family living areas. Florence White carries the same veining in a warm off-white, so the two can be paired, Florence Grey on the floor and Florence White on the walls, for a coordinated bathroom or en-suite that still has subtle contrast.
Smoke White Tiles and Smoke Matt
Smoke white tiles sit between pure white and pale grey, brightening north-facing rooms and compact bathrooms without the clinical feel of a stark white. Smoke Matt offers the same tone in a softer, low-reflection finish that provides better grip underfoot, making it the more practical option for bathroom floors and busy kitchens.
Oslo Gris
Oslo Gris ("gris" is Spanish for grey) is a cooler, more contemporary grey that works particularly well with handleless kitchen units, black or chrome fittings and Scandinavian-style interiors. Its consistent tone suits large floor areas, where it creates an uninterrupted flow from room to room.
Lacto Crema and Crema Polish
For warmer schemes, Lacto Crema brings a soft cream tone that complements natural oak, brass hardware and beige textiles. Crema Polish takes the same warmth further with a reflective finish that bounces light around the room and makes living spaces and hallways feel larger, although matt tiles remain the safer choice for wet areas. For more on stone looks, see our guide to marble effect porcelain tiles.
See the Colours in Person
Greys and whites shift noticeably between morning and evening light, so we recommend ordering free samples or visiting the Axar Tiles showroom at Devonshire House, 582 Honeypot Lane, Stanmore, HA7 1JS (Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm, Saturday 9am to 1pm). Call 0203 355 1197 or email info@axartiles.com, and enjoy free delivery on orders over £500 with our price match promise.
FAQs
1. What is the difference between Florence Grey and Florence White?
They share the same soft stone-style veining and matt finish. Florence Grey is a mid to light grey, while Florence White is a warm off-white. Many customers use them together, grey on the floor and white on the walls.
2. Are smoke white tiles good for bathrooms?
Yes. Smoke white tiles brighten a bathroom without looking clinical. For floors, choose the matt version, Smoke Matt, for better grip.
3. What colour is Oslo Gris?
Oslo Gris is a cool, modern grey. It suits minimalist and Scandinavian-style interiors and large open floor areas.
4. Is Crema Polish suitable for floors?
Crema Polish works well on living room and hallway floors where you want a reflective, luxury look. For bathrooms and kitchens, a matt finish like Lacto Crema or Florence Grey is the safer choice.
5. Should I choose grey or cream tiles?
Grey tiles like Florence Grey and Oslo Gris suit modern, bright spaces. Cream tiles like Lacto Crema bring warmth to traditional rooms and pair well with wood and brass.
6. Can I get samples of these tiles?
Yes. Axar Tiles offers free samples so you can see the colour and finish in your own light before you order.
