Porcelain and ceramic tile provide a beautifully timeless tool for decorating your home, whether you're looking for a slip-resistant bathroom floor tile or a stunning wall tile in your kitchen. Both options offer long-lasting durability and easy maintenance for your busy lifestyle in a range of patterns, colors, and shapes.
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Types of Tile Floors
Both ceramic tile and porcelain tile are made from clay, have similar installation needs, and result in resilient, waterproof flooring that won't disappoint in a chaotic, kid-filled (or pet-filled) household.
- Ceramic tile is a classic choice that is available in a wide variety of colors, styles, and finishes. Ceramic tile is relatively affordable and easy to care for.
- Porcelain tile is a more durable option than ceramic tile. It is also non-porous, which makes it resistant to stains and moisture. Porcelain tile is a good choice for high-traffic areas, such as kitchens and bathrooms.
- Natural stone tile is a luxurious and elegant option. It is available in a variety of colors, textures, and finishes. Natural stone tile is more expensive than ceramic or porcelain tile, but it is also more durable and long-lasting.
- Glass tile is a unique and eye-catching option. It is available in a variety of colors, shapes, and sizes. Glass tile can be used to create a variety of looks, from modern and sleek to traditional and elegant.
Tile Flooring Considerations
- Traffic level: If you have a high-traffic area, choose a durable tile that can withstand wear and tear.
- Moisture level: If you have a room that is prone to moisture, such as a bathroom or kitchen, choose a tile that is resistant to staining and mold.
- Style: The style of your tile should complement the overall style of your home.
- Budget: Tile can be an expensive flooring option, so it's important to set a budget before you start shopping.
With so many different types of tile available, we're here to help you find perfect option for your home. With proper care, tile can last for many years and add beauty and value to your home.
Tile Flooring Appearance
Whether you're searching for the perfect flooring for your home or focused on picking a durable solution that will last for years and years, porcelain and ceramic tile floors can deliver on both needs.
Choose from a seemingly endless selection of sizes, shapes, and designs, from wood-look kitchen floor tile to oversized rectangle bathroom floor tile resembling expensive marble. You can easily find a tile flooring that perfectly suits your family's unique lifestyle and home decor.
Pros and Cons of Tile Flooring
What are the key benefits and disadvantages that can come with wall and floor tiles? A few of the clear advantages include:
- Budget-friendly
- Durable enough to last for decades
- Easy to maintain and clean
- Beautiful styles and colors available and in a variety of sizes
A few disadvantages worth considering include:
- Seams of grout can be difficult to clean
- Can feel cold underfoot, though that can be refreshing in warmer seasons and climates
- More time-consuming and tedious to install
- Need sturdy support since they can be heavy
Porcelain vs. Ceramic Floor Tile
Ceramic and porcelain tiles make gorgeous flooring for the busiest rooms of your home. The difference is how they're constructed. Porcelain tiles are fabricated of a finer mix of purer clay that's then fired at a high temperature. This results in a denser tile that holds up better to water, making it the perfect choice for your bathroom and laundry room tile needs.
Wall tile
Are you looking to turn your boring bathroom into a spa-like retreat that features beautiful wall tile? Porcelain tile is the better option for this high-moisture situation. Whether you're installing an accent wall, a bathroom stall, or a kitchen backsplash, you want a lighter wall tile. Your local flooring expert can help you identify the best products for your specific use, plus act as a tie-breaker if you just can't decide from the overwhelming color and design options! Looking for ceramic specifically?
Shop Tile Flooring by Style
Prefer to start with a look in mind? Browse our most popular style:
- Wood Look Tile: The most popular style in the tile category. Realistic wood visuals in a durable, waterproof tile format.
Shop Tile Flooring by Material
Shopping by material is the fastest way to narrow down your options based on how the floor will perform in your space.
- Porcelain Tile: The denser, less porous option. Well suited to bathrooms, laundry rooms, and high-moisture areas.
- Ceramic Tile: A practical, accessible choice for lower-moisture spaces and general residential use.
Shop Tile Flooring by Color
Already have a color palette in mind? These pages filter the collection by tone.
- Gray Tile: Cool, versatile tones that pair well with modern and transitional interiors.
- White Tile: Clean, bright tones that suit contemporary, coastal, and transitional interiors.
- Beige Tile: Warm neutral tones that work across traditional and modern spaces.
Shop Tile Flooring by Room
Not sure which tile suits your space? These pages are filtered by room type and the specific performance needs that come with each.
- Bathroom Tile: Slip-resistant, waterproof options suited to wet rooms and shower floors.
- Kitchen Tile: Durable, easy-to-clean options that hold up to heavy foot traffic and frequent spills.
Tile Flooring FAQs
What is the best type of tile for a bathroom floor?
Ceramic and porcelain are both excellent choices for a bathroom floor. A local flooring expert can help you determine which one best suits your needs. Luckily, both choices are budget-friendly, easy to clean, and long-lasting, even with messy bathtimes!
What is the best type of tile for a shower floor?
Porcelain tiles are the better bet for your shower floors. They have a lower absorption rate, making them less slippery and a little easier to clean.
Is tile better than vinyl?
Neither one beats the other; tile and vinyl are both fabulous choices, especially for the kitchen, utility room, bathrooms, and any other area that might face moisture. You can get both types of flooring in natural stone and hardwood looks, and they both withstand the daily wear and tear that comes with an active, pet-friendly household.
Can you use floor tiles on walls?
Yes, you can use floor tiles on the wall, but you shouldn't use wall tiles on the floor. Why? Because wall tiles are thinner and less durable when it comes to bearing the weight that comes with foot traffic.
What kind of tile is best for flooring?
The best tiles for flooring vary based on the needs of the space. The biggest consideration is water resistance. If you're looking to install tile in a high-moisture area, like bathrooms, consider ceramic or waterproof porcelain floor tiles.
What is the best type of tile for a kitchen floor?
Neither ceramic nor porcelain is better than the other for a kitchen floor. Both types are resilient enough for constant foot traffic and easy to clean, even after the messiest meal prep.
