Many of us find ourselves spending more time at home than ever before and because of this, people are looking to update their living space. It would be nice to not have to consider our budget when remodeling, but for the vast majority of us, we need to stretch our dollars so they go as far as possible. The good news is that you don’t necessarily need to remortgage your house to afford effective updates to your home environment. So let’s explore some ways in which we can invite luxury into our home with a new tile project without breaking the bank.
Materials matter- Tiles are made from many different materials but ceramic tile reigns supreme as being the cheapest per foot. There’s no shortage of colors, textures, and patterns in ceramic, so there’s sure to be an option to match your decor. Adding a tile backsplash to your kitchen or tiling an accent wall in your living room can drastically change the appearance of the room without a lot of expense and time. While ceramic is often better suited as wall tile, porcelain can be an affordable flooring option with just as many, if not more options than ceramic.
Natural stones like marble can be costly and require a bit more maintenance than ceramic or porcelain. Some people mitigate the cost by using stone as accent pieces or trim instead of using them throughout the entire field. You can also find porcelain with a faux stone appearance at a fraction of the cost of the real thing.
Often grout is an afterthought when selecting tile, but the right grout color can make a major difference. Grout color can be selected with the intent to have it blend in seamlessly with the tile, or you can choose a contrasting color to emphasize a pattern. Either way, the color you choose can have a dramatic impact on the final product.
Lavish Layouts- Go for a special look with a less common layout. While running and stacked bond for subway tile are the go to pattern for many projects, there are many other layouts that can enhance an ordinary tile. Try orienting subway tile vertically instead of horizontally for a different take on stacked or running bond. Other patterns like herringbone and crosshatch create interest, particularly when paired with a contrasting grout color.
Don’t forget to run those wall tiles up to the ceiling! Doing so draws the eye up and instantly makes the room feel bigger and the ceiling taller. Some people reason that stopping short of the ceiling will save on material cost, but when using a budget friendly tile, you can easily afford this seemingly minor detail that will have a major impact on your space’s appearance.
Captivating Colors- Try tile in bold or unusual colors, or even mixing different colors for a desired effect. White and it’s many variants are often the least expensive option, though you may be surprised to find that the effect you can create with colors is balanced out with a small additional cost. Mixing colors like black and white is a classic choice that adds a retro vibe.
Cleanliness counts- No matter what your decor looks like, keeping your space clean is a sure way to make your home feel more luxurious and tile is one of the easiest materials to clean. Tile won’t harbor dust mites and is mold, mildew and scratch resistant, thus easy to keep pristine. In addition, ceramic and porcelain are quite durable, ensuring their beauty for many years to come.
Now onto the savings- We offer our clients exclusive savings off tile purchased from any of our vendors. Save up to 30% off retail pricing, just by having us do the work for you. Save on tile from brands such as Daltile, cle, American Olean, Stone Source, and many more.