How to choose right kind and color of floor tile?
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Lou, I went to Home Depot and they gave me samples that I brought home. I kept them for a couple of days until I zoned in on just what I wanted. It worked out great.
As to color of floor...I like neutrals, boring beige works for me. It lets me bring in color with rugs. Your tile dealer shoul let you take a tile sample with you..pick at least 3 types to audition, remember most tile needs grout, and it also comes in many colors.
Hi Lou. I'm Cindy. I recommend going with a neutral on the floor tiles. If you ever want to change your decor, it's way easier to replace furniture, fabrics, art, lighting, etc. than it is to put a new floor down. Good luck Lou.
Porcelain tile is generally harder wearing than ceramic floor tiles, but look for a level IV or V (tile has a wear rating of grades I through V, with V being the top rating) for commercial grade durability.
Whatever color you choose should blend with existing hardwoods in your home at transitions points. Patterns can be placed to make the room look longer or wider.
Larger tiles have fewer grout lines. There are now available tiles that resemble wood.
For a bathroom floor, smaller tiles with more grout lines are recommended because there is less liklihood of falling.
In kitchens, tiles can be hard to stand on for long periods of time, and dropped items can crack the tiles.