Floor Tile
Tile is one of the most functional and versatile flooring choices. Tile flooring can withstand the wear and tear of everyday life, spills, splashes, dirt, grit, and more. Tile floors are also an aesthetically pleasing option, ranging from high-end marble and European-style encaustics to intricate mosaics and beyond.
Tile is one of the most functional and versatile flooring choices. Tile flooring can withstand the wear and tear of everyday life, spills, splashes, dirt, grit, and more. Tile floors are also an aesthetically pleasing option, ranging from high-end marble and European-style encaustics to intricate mosaics and beyond.
Why Floor Tile?
Floors throughout the home take a beating no matter the room. From entryways and mudrooms to kitchens, bathrooms and more, durable flooring materials are essential to the longevity of your home — including design and style.
Tile floors offer long-lasting durability and simultaneously allow you to incorporate your signature style. With our extensive selection of colors, sizes, shapes and patterns, your tile designs are limitless. Visit your local Tile Shop to speak with a tile expert who can help you decide which material is the best for you and your space.Color
Tile flooring is available in a wide variety of colors. The Marble Shop offers classic, neutral shades of white, grey, brown and black, which are always in style.
However, more and more people are beginning to incorporate bold colors into their tile designs. Look out, black and white tile! Add character and charm to tile floors with a warm, bright color palette or cool-toned, earthy hues.
Material
One of the best features of modern floor tiles is their ability to replicate the appearance of other materials. Whether you want to achieve the look of stone, wood or cement, we carry a floor tile for every person and preference.
Each material offers its own unique properties. From the exquisite aesthetic of marble to the warmth of a wood-look tile floor, or even a fun ceramic pattern, these styles are just the beginning to creating the tile floor of your dreams.
Shape
From large-format rectangles to small-scale hexagons, shapes allow you to make tile floors all your own. A traditional dining room may call for true brown, wood-look planks, while a modern farmhouse foyer can benefit from a hexagonal floor tile. Get inspired to go beyond the basics with these floor tile ideas.
Pattern
Another way to add individuality to floors is patterned floor tile. From herringhbone to straight-stacked, offset, and brick lay, the installation possibilities are endless.
Mosaic tiles can also create unique patterns through shapes, like arabesque, penny rounds, stria, hexagons and more. From geometric to romantic and bold to subtle, there are countless ways to add excitement to tile flooring with patterns.
Ask The Flooring Experts
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We never recommend installing tile over materials other than the proper underlayment. Visit our How to Lay Tile article to answer all of your floor installation questions!
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Every tile project is different, so the cost can and will vary widely. The cost of your floor depends on the size of your space, the material, the style and size of tile, if you’re installing the tile yourself and numerous other factors. Bring measurements for your space and any inspiration into one of our stores, and talk to a store associate about your options. They’ll be able to work with you and help you get a beautiful tile floor in your price range.
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There are so many options for floor tile, you’re sure to find one you love. Ceramic tile that is floor rated (check with your Tile Shop associate to make sure) is perfect for your home and comes in many different shapes, sizes and styles. Marble and other natural stone floor tiles offer a unique and beautiful appearance. Keep in mind that many natural stone tiles need to be sealed and may require different maintenance from other materials. Porcelain is perfect for exterior and commercial spaces because of its durability and strength.
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Absolutely! Generally, your design is only limited by your imagination. Stop into a Tile Shop to speak with an employee about what you have in mind.
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Since subway tile is a simple and timeless choice, it can be paired with almost anything on the floor. Feel free to opt for a patterned tile or a bold color to offset a white subway tile. You might choose to create a modern farmhouse space and use a wood-look tile on the floor. Or perhaps you want to elevate your subway tile by installing a marble floor. The options are endless, and simply depend on the style you want to achieve.
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Start with the size of your space. A very large tile may be too big for a small space and vice versa, so it’s important to get the scale right. Larger tiles can also make a space feel bigger, creating an optical illusion in your favor. You may also want to consider your other tiles in the space. It can be a fun design choice to play with contrast between wall and floor tile sizes. Installing your tile in a unique pattern is another way to add interest and personality. Beyond that, you can choose whatever size and style speak to you.
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In a dry space, any tile that is rated for floors can also be used on walls. Check with a store associate or online to see if your floor tile is rated for wet spaces, like showers or tub surrounds.
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We recommend using our Superior Grout & Tile Neutral Cleaner for everyday maintenance because it can be used on any material. This nonacidic, antibacterial cleaner is perfect for man-made tiles like porcelain and ceramic as well as marble and stone. Superior Natural Stone Deep Clean is great for deep cleaning set stains on stone tiles. Ask a store associate what type of cleaning product is best for your needs.
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Grout that is sealed should also be regularly cleaned to maintain its appearance. We recommend our Superior Grout & Tile Neutral Cleaner for everyday maintenance because it is pH neutral and nonacidic which means it is gentle enough to use on your grout daily. For deeper cleaning needs, ask a store associate for a recommendation.
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We do not recommend installing floor tile without grout. Grout is there to serve as a buffer to help absorb shock and protect the tile so it doesn’t crack.
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Stone and encaustic tiles and most grout should be sealed. Not all grout needs sealing, so check in a store to see what your options are. Porcelain and ceramic tiles do not need to be sealed.