Countertop Tile
Tile countertops are one of today’s popular design choices and have several benefits that you should be aware of! Below are some of the advantages of tile countertops as well as solutions for two of the most common concerns about tile countertops.
Tile countertops often have a bad reputation for two main reasons. First, people comment on the potential for the grout to stain. Second, people comment that the grout joints make the surface uneven to cut on. There are two very simple solutions to these concerns. To avoid grout staining, simply use an epoxy grout or a penetrating sealer. To avoid cutting on an uneven surface, a cutting board should be used. In fact, a cutting board should be used anyway!
Some advantages to using tile countertops:
- More durable than laminate
- Long lasting
- Easy to maintain
- Can coordinate with the floor or backsplash tile
- More cost effective than solid stone slabs
- Multiple options for edge treatments (matching or coordinating tile, wood, decorative tile)
- Multiple design options such as modular installation, diagonal installation or offset joint installation
This photo shows how you can use a larger floor tile, but still coordinate the countertop and backsplash with the same tile – just using different sizes and installation techniques. This image also shows how well tile trim pieces finish off the edge of the countertop. (Be careful when shopping, not all tiles are offered in sizes suitable for countertops nor are trim pieces available for all tiles)
Don’t forget about using granite tiles on the countertop. This is a great alternative to a natural stone slab and even has smaller grout joints if that is a concern for you. The pieces can be cut down to form the finished edge of the countertop.
What other advantages do you find that tile countertops offer? Leave us a comment!
The full backsplash is often forgotten because people think they have the backsplash covered with the 4″ splash that generally accompanies the countertop. A tile backsplash not only serves the functional purpose of protecting the wall, but it also serves as a design element that can tie your whole kitchen together. Why not do all you can to decorate with your backsplash in addition to using it for wall protection?
This use of tile on the wall in this powder room is referred to as wainscoting. Wainscoting can be higher up the wall than this, but in this case it only goes to about chair rail height. It can include tile that is larger, smaller, in different patterns, different styles and more.
When you are ready for a new tile floor, there is one important ingredient that often doesn’t get the attention it deserves. That’s the selection of a grout color. All floors have to be grouted in order to protect the edges of the tile and fill the space in between tiles. You might be wondering, “Why is this so important?”
When it comes to choosing a surface for countertops, there are many choices including tile, granite, marble, travertine, limestone, quartz, glass, concrete, paper and other solid surface materials. Let’s take a closer look at tile countertops and the benefits of using tile.

There are so many tile and stone choices out there to choose from. From plain and neutral to colorful with lots of movement and range. When shopping for tile or stone it can seem very easy just to pick the most neutral tile in the bunch and call it a day. Before choosing a plain neutral tile, here are some things to consider about tiles with color range and movement. This is particularly important because hard surfaces like tile and stone are purchases that you generally don’t change – so you want to get all you can out of it the first time.
If you are looking for a way to add some pizazz to your kitchen while being practical at the same time, you might just need a backsplash. Most people forget about the actual function of a backsplash and just think of them as a desigin option. Backsplashes SAVE your walls from kitchen splashes, splatters and accidents. As a bonus, they can add style and a design element to your kitchen.
If you are considering flooring for a child’s room or playroom there are some points to keep in mind. Kids spend a lot of time playing on the floor so you want it to be as comfortable as possible, but also as durable as possible.




