One thing that almost all people can agree on is that hardwood flooring is gorgeous. There is nothing more luxurious than a beautiful wood floor… or is there? One of the hottest trends in flooring is wood look tile. Our goal in this article is to tell you what this new phenomenon is and why wood look tile is better than hardwood. Yes, you read that correctly.
Wood Look Tile
Wood look tile is a tile that is manufactured with a print that mimics real hardwood flooring. The thing is, this tile doesn’t just mimic the look, it’s almost indistinguishable from real wood. This is a porcelain tile that is laid in a manner that real wood floors would be laid. Unless you really examine the floor, it is very difficult to tell it isn’t wood.
Why Is It A Better Option?
Wood flooring is beautiful but it does require some upkeep. Also, it is somewhat prone to damage by water, which makes it a less than desirable option for kitchens and bathrooms. Wood look tile is a better option because while you’ll have the look of wood, you’ll also get the benefits of porcelain tile. No sanding, no polishing; basically no upkeep whatsoever other than cleaning.
Porcelain tile is extremely durable and dependable. There is zero risk of water damage which will allow you to have the wood look you love even in areas that are exposed to water. Possibly the best feature of wood look tile is the affordability. The cost of wood look tile is substantially less than a read hardwood floor. This will allow those with less money to spend on a remodel to have the wood look that they desire. Another great benefit of wood look tile is the sustainability. No trees have to be sacrificed and that’s a great thing.
Hopefully you now can see why wood look tile is better than hardwood. All of the benefits of wood and none of the drawbacks.