Concrete Tile

One of the newest trends in tile is concrete tile. And boy is it beautiful! These tiles produce floors, walls and backsplashes that are a throwback to centuries old floors found throughout Europe and the Middle East. Concrete tile has been around for centuries known as encaustic tile.  Encaustic tile was traditionally made from colored clay. Since clay wears down over use and foot traffic, the tiles have morphed to be made from concrete and pigmented cement. The industry has taken an old method and improved it.  Concrete tile is a timeless work of art making huge strides in commercial and residential spaces alike. Manufacturing has progressed over the years and companies are jumping at the chance to create custom floor designs for any homeowner.

While some people install solid color concrete tile flooring, most people are drawn to concrete tiles for it’s the functionality and decorative attributes.  Flooring/Walls/Backsplashes are artwork, after all.  Designers love to coordinate surrounding decor around the colors displayed in concrete tiles.  Got a busy concrete tile design?  Pair it with simpler, clean lines of surrounding decor.  Got a busy room of decor?  Pair it with simple designs of concrete tile flooring.  The options are limitless and really let you show off your creativity and personal style.

Concrete tile needs to be sealed with quality floor sealer after it’s installed.  Choose one that is long-lasting.  It adds a coat of abrasion resistance, UV protection and is great for sealing your grout lines.  The end result for you is a concrete floor that requires little-to-no maintenance for many years. The tiles are typically thicker than other tile and most have slightly irregular edges. Many tiles are hand painted, giving you a one of a kind look.

Have you used concrete tiles or do you dream of using them? Do you have a favorite color scheme or pattern? I’d love to hear. Email me at Jessica@webbercoleman.com