Coasters, placemats, trays and even large serving platters are all perfect examples of everyday items which could benefit from a DIY makeover using leftover tiles. Not only will the tiles add a highly durable layer, but the finish on the tiles will enhance your overall interior styling. This simple and quick makeover works particularly well with solid-coloured tiles, as they can be easily cut and laid to create a seamless finish with matching coasters and placemats.

Dark coloured tiles such as greens, blacks and blue mosaics work also well as they will contrast beautifully against lightly coloured tables. Depending on the size of the tiles you have left, it may even be possible to use a single tile as a serving platter, cheeseboard or placemat without making any cuts.

If you have recently retiled a bathroom and are looking for new accessories, tiling an old mirror will add a unique touch to the room whilst also being completely in keeping with your décor, and there are many possible design options.

For example, if you have completed a renovation with glass mosaic tiles, leftover sheets can be cut into individual squares and fixed to a mirror or mirror surround to create a beautiful new piece. The glossy, translucent effect of the glass tile will look fantastic paired with the mirrored surface which will help to reflect the beautiful colours of the tiling.

Another great option for leftover tiles is to turn them into small fridge magnets. Not only will they perfectly match your new kitchen tiles, but the magnets will be a useful addition to your space for keeping important notes close to hand as well as displaying those memorable photos or your children’s latest masterpiece.

Whether you have leftover mosaic tiles, patterned ceramic tiles, marble tiles or coloured tiles, they can be cut to any shape or size and glued to magnets that you can find online or in your local craft store for a quick, easy and unique accessory.

If you have an old fireplace surround or hearth that has seen better days, adding leftover tiles to such a prominent feature in your room will create a beautiful finish. Patterned tiles work particularly well, as do brick mosaic tiles, and they are a great way to carry the theme from a kitchen into a living room or dining room.

The versatility of coloured tiles lend themselves to this DIY task, and with so many colours available from purple and pinks through to greens and blues, it will be possible to create the fireplace of your dreams.