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How to Get The Natural Stone Aesthetic
May 03, 2022
Incorporating natural elements in your home décor has become an increasingly popular trend. There are several ways to do this with interchangeable décor pieces, natural colour palettes, and various indoor plants. Installing natural stone tiles offer an elegant way to establish a more subtle connection to nature.
Natural stone tiles are known for their durability and unique appearances, but they are often sold at a higher price point. Fortunately, there are alternatives such as ceramic or porcelain that can offer the same natural stone look. The type of tile that you select will depend on things like the area of your home (and its intended function), the aesthetic you’re after, price, etc. It could be for your flooring, backsplashes, wall tiles, and countertops.
Backsplashes are a great way to incorporate real natural stone in a creative way. Due to the unique colour and veining, the resulting look is often spectacular. Selecting a tile with a more neutral, matte finish like limestone will provide a more understated look, while a more glossy, coloured stone like granite or marble can offer a dramatic contrast. Rough-cut quartzite or marble can add wonderful texture and dimension to backsplashes or wall tiles as well.
When it comes to flooring, whether you go with natural stone or a lookalike ceramic or porcelain tile will depend on a few factors. Porcelain and ceramic tiles are harder, more slip-resistant, and will offer a more uniform look. Natural stone like marble or travertine, while durable, are more porous and require a sealant to protect it from staining and other damage. This makes it a better choice for low-traffic, less humid areas of the home like a foyer, study, or dining room. Granite and quartzite are harder stone tiles, making it a more ideal choice if you choose to use it for flooring or countertops in areas such as the bathroom or kitchen.
With Trini Tile’s wide selection of high-quality tiles at lower prices, you can find the perfect tiles to incorporate into any home aesthetic. Visit our showroom in Vaughan to shop our tiles or learn more about us online.