Tile Types in Nashville and Middle Tennessee
Material guide

Tile Types

Ceramic, porcelain, natural stone and mosaic: the right tile for floors, showers, walls and backsplashes.

Tile is durable and beautiful, but the options can be confusing. Ceramic is economical and good for walls. Porcelain is denser and handles floors and wet areas well. Natural stone brings character but needs sealing. Mosaics suit showers, niches and accents.

Beyond type, size and finish matter. Large-format tile has fewer grout lines but needs a flatter surface. Textured tile is safer on wet floors. Grout color and width change the look as much as the tile itself.

Best for

  • Bathroom floors and showers
  • Kitchen floors and backsplashes
  • Entryways and laundry rooms
  • Fireplaces and accent walls

How we handle it

  • Flat, stiff, waterproofed surfaces
  • Planned layouts and clean cuts
  • Correct mortar and grout joints
  • Sealing where the material needs it

Keep in mind

  • Grout needs care over time
  • Hard and cold underfoot
  • Cracks if the base moves
The details

What defines Tile

Ceramic

Economical and good for walls.

Porcelain

Dense and great for floors.

Natural stone

Character and variation.

Mosaics

Showers, niches and accents.

Size matters

Large format needs flat floors.

Grout choices

Change the whole look.

Questions

Tile FAQ

Is porcelain better than ceramic?

Porcelain is denser and harder, which suits floors and wet areas. Ceramic is fine for most walls.

Does natural stone need sealing?

Most stone does. We seal it after installation and advise on re-sealing.

What grout is best?

Epoxy and high-performance grouts resist stains better. We help you choose by area.

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