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The Absolute Black 12x3 Honed stone tile features a rich black color and a smooth honed finish. Its versatile size and durable stone make it perfec...
View full detailsThe Absolute Black 24x12 flamed stone tile features a striking black color and a textured flamed finish, ideal for contemporary spaces. Its durable...
View full detailsThe Absolute Black 12.5x11.75 hexagon polished stone tile offers a dramatic look with its deep black color and geometric shape. Its polished finish...
View full detailsThe Andhra Black 24x24 gauged stone tile features a dramatic black color and a large format, perfect for creating sleek, contemporary floors or wal...
View full detailsThe Amber Gold 16x16 gauged stone tile offers a stunning blend of golden hues and a durable, natural finish. Its large format and unique color make...
View full detailsThe Absolute Black 18x18 honed stone tile features a deep, uniform color and a smooth honed finish. Its large format and premium stone quality make...
View full detailsThe Andhra Black 16x16 gauged stone tile delivers a dramatic, deep hue and a durable finish. Its versatile size and robust construction make it per...
View full detailsThe Andhra Black 12x24 gauged stone tile features a striking dark hue and a durable finish, perfect for modern interiors and exteriors. Its large f...
View full detailsAngelica Gold 12x24 honed travertine tile features warm golden tones and a smooth honed finish, ideal for elegant floors and walls. Its large forma...
View full detailsAbani Subway 2x6 honed marble mosaic tile offers a classic subway look with a luxurious honed marble finish. Its versatile size and elegant appeara...
View full detailsAbani Stak 3x3 honed marble mosaic tile features a modern 3x3 format and a smooth honed finish, ideal for creating stylish backsplashes and accent ...
View full detailsAbsolute India Black 12x12 polished granite tile offers a timeless, elegant look with its deep black color and glossy finish. Its durable granite c...
View full detailsAlaska Gray Pebbles mesh backed polished stone mosaic tile features natural gray pebbles with a polished finish, perfect for adding organic texture...
View full detailsAngora Subway 2x6 polished marble tile offers a classic subway shape with a glossy finish, perfect for timeless backsplashes and accent walls. Its ...
View full detailsAngora Rhombus polished glass mosaic tile features a unique rhombus shape and a glossy finish, adding a modern touch to any space. Its 0.38 inch th...
View full detailsAngora Herringbone 1x3 polished glass mosaic tile features a classic herringbone pattern and a glossy finish, ideal for creating timeless backsplas...
View full detailsAngora Geometric polished glass mosaic tile showcases a modern geometric pattern with a glossy finish, adding visual interest to any room. Its 0.38...
View full detailsAngora Framework polished glass mosaic tile features a stylish pattern and a glossy finish, perfect for modern backsplashes and accent walls. Its 0...
View full detailsAngora Elongated Octagon polished marble mosaic tile features a unique octagonal shape and a glossy finish, ideal for creating elegant backsplashes...
View full detailsAngora Basketweave polished glass mosaic tile features a classic basketweave pattern with a glossy finish, adding timeless elegance to any room. It...
View full detailsAlaskan Gray Splitface Pattern stone mosaic tile offers a rugged splitface texture and natural gray tones, perfect for creating dramatic accent wal...
View full detailsThe Ancient Castle 16x24 Tumbled Travertine Tile features a large format and tumbled finish, perfect for both indoor and outdoor applications. Its ...
View full detailsThe Alpine 12x12 Split-Face Travertine Splitface Mosaic delivers a striking split-face finish, perfect for creating textured feature walls or accen...
View full detailsThe Alpine 12x12 Split-Face Travertine Splitface Mosaic features a unique split-face finish, adding texture and depth to any wall or accent project...
View full detailsChoosing Natural Stone Tile for Bathrooms
Natural stone tile has been the premier flooring and wall covering material for thousands of years. Each stone type offers distinct characteristics in terms of appearance, durability, and maintenance requirements. Understanding these differences helps you select the right stone for your specific application and lifestyle.
Types of Natural Stone Tile
Marble is the classic luxury stone - known for dramatic veining and a luminous quality. Travertine offers warm earth tones and a rustic character, excelling both indoors and outdoors. Slate is one of the hardest natural stones, with a textured cleft surface and excellent durability. Limestone provides understated elegance with soft, muted tones. Granite is the most durable option, resistant to scratching and acid etching. Quartzite combines marble's beauty with granite's strength. Basalt and soapstone offer specialized properties for specific applications.
Natural Stone by Application
For floors, granite, slate, and quartzite offer the best durability for high-traffic areas. Marble and travertine excel in formal living spaces and bathrooms. For showers, choose honed finishes with proper sealing. For backsplashes, any stone type works depending on your design style. For outdoor use, travertine, granite, basalt, and slate perform best against weather and UV exposure. Natural stone mosaics add artful detail to any application.
Natural Stone vs. Porcelain
Natural stone provides unique beauty, warmth, and character that porcelain cannot fully replicate. Each tile has natural variation - no two are identical. The tradeoff is that most natural stones require sealing and more careful maintenance than porcelain tile. For a low-maintenance alternative, stone look porcelain tile mimics natural stone patterns. Many designers combine both - natural stone for focal areas and porcelain for high-traffic zones.
General Care Guidelines
All natural stone tile should be sealed upon installation with a penetrating stone sealer. Resealing frequency varies by stone type - marble and limestone every 1-2 years, granite every 2-3 years. Use pH-neutral, stone-safe cleaners for all stone types. Avoid acidic cleaners on marble, limestone, travertine, and onyx. Regular sweeping prevents abrasive grit from wearing the surface.
What is the most durable natural stone tile?
Granite and quartzite are the most durable natural stone tiles. Both rank 6-7+ on the Mohs hardness scale, making them highly resistant to scratching, chipping, and wear. Slate is also very durable. Marble, limestone, and travertine are softer and better suited for residential rather than high-traffic commercial applications.
What types of natural stone are used for tile?
The main types include marble (luxury veined stone), travertine (warm earth-toned limestone), slate (hard, layered stone with cleft texture), limestone (soft sedimentary stone), granite (extremely hard igneous stone), quartzite (metamorphic stone with marble-like looks), basalt (dense volcanic stone), onyx (translucent banded stone), sandstone (warm grained stone), and soapstone (smooth, heat-resistant stone).
Does natural stone tile need to be sealed?
Yes, virtually all natural stone tile requires sealing to protect against moisture absorption and staining. The exception is soapstone, which is naturally non-porous enough to skip sealing. Apply a penetrating stone sealer after installation and reseal periodically - the frequency depends on the stone type and the amount of traffic or moisture exposure.
Is natural stone tile more expensive than porcelain?
Natural stone generally costs more than standard porcelain tile, though there's significant overlap in pricing. Basic travertine or limestone can be comparable to mid-range porcelain, while premium marbles and quartzites cost considerably more. Factor in sealing products and slightly higher installation costs for natural stone. The unique beauty and character of natural stone often justify the investment for homeowners seeking an authentic, one-of-a-kind look.