Counter top alternatives

Diane Alvarado
by Diane Alvarado
Can you use floor tiles for counter tops

  7 answers
  • Johnavallance82 Johnavallance82 on Jan 19, 2018

    I don't see why not if that's what you have

  • Stefan Stefan on Jan 19, 2018

    try it if it's your home but not good if you are a renter. Check out utube and Pinterest for cool ideas for your project.

  • Vimarhonor Vimarhonor on Jan 19, 2018

    Might be.

    You might have to check with the tile manufacturer, some dish ware, pottery, and ceramic dishes and tiles we have a lead based glaze-not safe for food.

    Just like a lot of glazed dishes you might see with a label or imprint on the bottom not safe for food, countertops often may have food contact.

  • 27524803 27524803 on Jan 19, 2018

    There are some really beautiful large format ceramic and porcelain tiles out there ... I am talking 24 in wide by 48 in long ... or 18 in X 36 in... we got ours at Floor and Decor.. they look like concrete and we used them as a back splash.

  • Nancy Anne Davis Nancy Anne Davis on Jan 19, 2018

    Sure you can. I’ve seen a lot of pictures in design books where floor tiles (ceramic tiles) were used for countertops, particularly in farmhouse kitchens. Very pretty.

  • A A on Jan 20, 2018

    I agree with Vimarhonor, check for food safety first. I'm not a fan of having to deal with grout lines on a counter top; prefer solid surfaces. But . . . if you're set on using tile get the largest tile you can so you'll have fewer grout lines. Just a thought.