Professing to have all the aesthetic benefits of wooden flooring, wood effect tiles have taken the interior design world by storm. But, what exactly are the benefits of wood effect tiles and how should you style them to get their full potential? Our blog runs you through the top benefits and styling tips for this latest wall and flooring trend.
The Benefits of Wood Effect Tiles
We could go on forever about the benefits of wood effect tiles, but, the key benefits are listed below.
- Durable – wood effect tiles are considerably more durable than traditional wooden flooring. Therefore, they are more suitable for high-traffic areas of your home. Wood effect tiles are also less likely to fade over time, even when placed in areas where sunlight hits your home such as conservatories.
- Waterproof – this depends on the specific tile, but generally speaking wood effect tiles are more suitable for bathrooms and kitchens than wooden flooring as they can withstand condensation and small spillages better than wooden flooring.
- Versatile – available in a wide range of colours and finishes wood effect tiles are a versatile wall or flooring option.
- Great value – generally speaking wood effect tiles have a lower cost per metre than traditional wooden flooring.
- Stylish – wood effect tiles have developed considerably over recent years. Now featuring lifelike knots and grooves, wood effect floor and wall tiles are an incredibly realistic and stylish alternative to real-wood flooring.
To find out more about the benefits of wood effect tiles, read our blog fully dedicated to the advantages of this tile range.
How To Style Wood Effect Tiles
Now you’re fully up to date with the benefits of wood effect tiles, it’s time for some inspiration on how to style them.
Wall To Ceiling Wooden Tiles
Initially, tiling your entire floor and walls with wood effect tiles may seem a bit overpowering. However, using wood effect tiles on both your floor and walls can create a sleek, seamless look that oozes contemporary style.
Just look how striking this bathroom looks when the North Wind Wood Series is used as a floor and wall tile. The natural beige wood effect tile is also cleverly broken up with a statement mosaic feature wall and neutral paint so as not to overpower the room.
White Wood Effect Tiles
We all know white tiles are a staple when it comes to interior design. But have you ever thought about white wood effect tiles before?
The North Wind Wood Series is available in white and creates a light, airy and spacious feel to any size of style of room. Plus, the slight variations in colour and realistic knots and grooves prevents the white wood effect tiles from looking too clinical.
Traditional Tones
Of course, we couldn’t write style advice for wood effect tiles without mentioning traditional tones such as oak and walnut.
The Woodland Series Oak Wood Effect Porcelain Floor Tiles features three natural shades, oak, walnut and washed grey, which create a natural, elegant and warm environment.
Just check out the Woodland Series Oak Wood Effect Porcelain Floor Tiles below. We think you’ll agree that it’s easy to mistake them for real wooden flooring!
Wood Effect Bathroom Tiles
Customers can often be put off by wood effect tiles in a bathroom. However, when they see sleek, contemporary bathrooms styled with wood effect tiles they’re often converted. Just check out how stunning the Grove Series Wood Effect White Porcelain Floor Tiles look in this open plan bathroom.
Hard-wearing and easy to maintain, as well as sleek and stylish, wood effect tiles are often the perfect choice for bathrooms. Plus, they’re very easy to match with accessories thanks to their neutral tones.
Contemporary Greys
Grey shades are currently dominating the interior design industry. So, why not combine two of the largest trends with grey wood effect tiles?
The Grove Series Wood Effect Grey Porcelain Floor Tiles creates a cool and contemporary atmosphere that is bang on trend. Plus, the 1200x200mm size helps to elongate any size of room.
Now you’re armed with all the top ways to style wood effect tiles why not shop our premium collection? Or, for more information on wood effect floor and wall tiles, don’t hesitate to contact our team.
