18
2010
Wild and Wonderful Ceramic Floor Tiles
You know you want to do it; those ceramic floor tiles call your name. Use your imagination for showy flair.
If you really want to put some decorating “punch” in your home, use ceramic tile floor designs. The only thing that would limit you would be your imagination because the selection of Tampa flooring tiles is not only varied but enormous. Of course, this could be good and bad at the same time, but generally speaking, the more selection you have, the better your choices to create your own design pattern. That’s the best part about ceramic floor tiles – the creativity you get to put into it.
Want a specific color? No problem, it’s on the market. Want a specific layout to maximize your living area? No problem, it can be done. Want a specific tile design? No problem, it’s out there waiting for you. You could even do it yourself (DIY), but some people prefer to hire a contractor with extensive experience in laying these types of tiles. Just think of a design you want and it can be yours, making your home not only beautiful, but a conversation piece. And when it comes to market values, attractive ceramic floor tiles will kick up the home’s appeal.
Just in case you “do” want to DIY, make a list of the things you need before diving into the project. If you’ve never done it before, don’t take any chances and “guess” at how the tiles are supposed to fit into that funny shaped corner in your living room. Ask questions of a pro and pay attention to what they tell you because they’ve been there and done that – likely thousands of times. They know how to make your floor look properly finished and professional. Chances are if this is your first attempt at laying Tampa flooring tile, you may not get the look you were hoping to achieve.
But, back to selecting tile designs. That’s the first place to start your tiling adventure. If you want to source tiles online, that can be done, but the best part of tile selection is actually seeing the material in daylight in the store. It gives you a better idea of what it could look like in your home. Speaking of which, if the store has “demo” tiles, and some do, ask if you can take one home. What a perfect way to match tiles to your existing décor.
While you’re out shopping for the perfect tiles for your home, remember to ask what the latest trend happens to be. You may like it and you may not, but at least knowing what it is, you have a choice to go with the flow or be avant guard and do your own thing. Here’s another tip that should give you food for thought: if you have a specific design in mind, talk to the tile maker. It’s not that hard for them to put “your” imagination into tiles. One final word on Tampa flooring tiles: make sure they’re good and strong and of good quality or you will rue the day you picked ceramic tiles.
Dean Dupre is with Champion Tile, a Clearwater Flooring, Tampa Flooring, and tile installation company. To learn more, visit Champtile.com.
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