Renovating your kitchen or bathroom can be an exciting project to take on. But you don’t have to call a construction crew to get the makeover you’re after. You can dramatically change the look and feel of the room by simply changing the tiles. But with the wide array of tile colours and materials available, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by all the choices. Keep reading for a few tips on how to choose the perfect tile in Edmonton for your home, and give your kitchen or bathroom a modern, elegant look.
Understanding Your Options There are a few different types of tile that are best suited to moist, heavy traffic environments like your bathroom and kitchen. The most popular choices for these rooms are porcelain, natural slate and marble. Let’s take a closer look at the properties of each material below.
Porcelain. A popular choice for flooring, porcelain is not only an elegant and timeless material, but it’s also incredibly durable. Porcelain can stand up to heavy foot traffic and requires very little maintenance. It’s also highly stain and moisture resistant, making it a great choice for the bathroom or the kitchen. That being said, wet porcelain can be slippery, so if anyone in your house is prone to slipping and falling, you may want to take that into consideration.
Natural Slate. Slate tiles are natural stone tiles cut from metamorphic rock. Slate comes in many different colours and finishes including gauged, crafted, honed and polished, with polished offering the smoothest surface. Natural slate is incredibly durable and is highly crack, water and stain resistant (if sealed & maintained), making it a good choice for both flooring and countertop tile in bathrooms and kitchens alike. However, slate requires more maintenance than many other flooring options and carries a greater up-front cost on labour.
Marble. The perfect choice for elegant, timeless flooring, marble can completely transform your space. Another metamorphic rock, each piece of marble is unique. Marble comes in a wide variety of colours, with the most popular choice being classic white. Marble is a timelessly beautiful choice and can be used in both kitchens and bathrooms. That being said, marble is susceptible to staining and requires regular maintenance. They are typically more expensive with respect to both product and labour.
Limestone/Travertine. A sedimentary rock that also provides a timeless look. They come in a variety of colours, the most common of which are beiges and greys. Limestone or travertine can bring an “old world look” to your space. Like marble they are incredible porous and require sealing and regular maintenance.
If you’re looking for high-quality tiles that will make a big statement, visit Bossio Stone Imports today. With more than 40 years of experience, Bossio Stone Imports brings the world’s finest materials to your doorstep. Contact us to learn more about the products and services we offer and update the tile in your Edmonton home today. With Bossio Stone Imports, you don’t have to settle for anything less than excellence.