Unlike wood, which is separated into species, tile is priced more consistently. Which means, you probably won’t pay any more for replicated mahogany than you would for knotty pine. When shopping for hardwood, you may have to sacrifice style for savings. But tile is less expensive to produce, so you can often purchase larger tile planks for the same price as smaller formats. However, until recently, it didn’t come close to delivering the overall warm appearance that is natural to real wood. But, with advances in technology, it’s now easier than ever to duplicate the aesthetics of hardwood at a significant saving.
The Olvera Collection combines the earthy colors and textures of terracotta and stone with the durability of concrete. The Minis Tile Collection are a modern cement version of the famed zellige ceramic tiles of Morocco. You might be wondering why you should choose authentic cement tile when you see so many mass-produced knock offs. Nothing, absolutely nothing substitutes for the honor and care that goes into our handcrafted products. Enjoy the video displaying our artisans at work and imagine the pride you will feel enjoying your handmade tile. Genuine, encaustic cement tiles, each handcrafted by artisans; that is Granada Tile.
Tile is one of the most durable flooring materials you can buy. If you take care of it, it will still look new in 20 years, unlike its counterparts, hardwood or engineered hardwood (in fact, here’s a comparison between tile & engineered hardwood). We will also review some of the best brands on the market, and compare wood-like tiles with other wood-look flooring solutions. We’ll finish by answering the most-often-asked questions about wood-look tiles, so that you have all the information you need to make a decision.