This year has taken off with a vivid flight of tile colors. Joyous patterns and creative installations are giving COLOR its moment. Color brings| Why Tile
Discover how tile sets the tone for Japandi design with serene textures, natural looks, and minimalist warmth—indoors and out.| Why Tile
Designers are embracing the earthy appeal trend of travertine, a type of limestone characterized by soft veining, subtle color variations, and textural| Why Tile
The ceramic tile industry relies on an important set of publications that help define best practices and tile project specifications. While different organizations and committees write these publications, they all build on specialized terminology unique to the tile industry. To help ensure the tile terminology we use in all these documents is accurate, clear, concise,… The post Words Matter: An Introduction to Tile Terminology appeared first on Why Tile.| Why Tile
In our countdown to Coverings, which opens today (!), we’ve covered tile trends capturing the zeitgeist of 2025. From glints of gold to sandy hues to| Why Tile
Sustainability is taking center stage in this week’s Countdown-to-Coverings tile trend! While aesthetics capture attention, it’s the environmental benefits of ceramic that make this trend so compelling. Sustainability is a driving force in modern building and design, which bodes well for us ceramic tile enthusiasts. Ceramic tile is inherently sustainable, crafted from naturally occurring materials… The post 2025 Tile Trends: Carbon Conscious appeared first on Why Tile.| Why Tile
From marble veins to wood grains—2025 tile trends bring ultra-realistic textures to your space. See what’s next in ceramic tile design!| Why Tile
Ceramic tile in sandy hues takes center stage, offering timeless neutrals from warm whites to creamy tans to buttery browns. Whether evoking the tranquility of a beachside retreat or the vast beauty of a desert landscape, this inviting palette brings warmth and elegance to any space.| Why Tile
Mosaics are making a big — or rather, large-format — comeback. XXL tiles with mosaic looks, either in geometric surface patterns or flowing organic designs, are merging traditional mosaic layouts with the modern durability and low maintenance of porcelain panels. Whether handcrafted mosaics or large-format mosaic patterns, mosaic artistry continues to transform surfaces large and small into captivating focal points. The post 2025 Tile Trends: Mosaic Artistry appeared first on Why Tile.| Why Tile
Wrap your space in soothing "terra tones" ranging from peach to terracotta to chocolate-brown. Terra tones lend your decor the natural, grounding energy we crave in an increasingly digital world. Gentle shifts in color, layout, and texture modernize earth-colored tiles while giving us that biophilic boost we need. The post 2025 Tile Trends: Terra Tones appeared first on Why Tile.| Why Tile
The 2025 Flooring Sustainability Summit is scheduled for July 16-17 in Washington, D.C., at The Mayflower Hotel. Co-hosted by the Carpet and Rug Institute (CRI), North American Laminate Flooring Association (NALFA), Natural Stone Institute (NSI), National Wood Flooring Association (NWFA), Resilient Flooring Covering Institute (RFCI), and Tile Council of North America (TCNA), the second annual Summit will provide a platform for open dialogue, cross-industry collaboration, and forward-thinkin...| Why Tile
Color drenching takes a bold turn with the use of gauged porcelain panels. Enveloping entire spaces in the rich tones and textures seen in marble, onyx, or travertine creates seamless and dramatic effects. A chosen “mineral” look — be it a bold black, grounding green, or luminous white — transforms a space into a luxurious, immersive work of art. The post 2025 Tile Trends: Mineral Drenching appeared first on Why Tile.| Why Tile
What’s gold have to do with our first tile trend? Everything! The use of sumptuous marble-look ceramic tile streaked with gold veining is on the rise.| Why Tile
Explore spaces with warm brown tile that embrace Pantone's 2025 Color of the Year (COTY), the velvety-rich Mocha Mousse.| Why Tile
A shower bench adds accessibility, structural beauty, and an undeniable touch of luxury. The post 17 Divine Tile Shower Bench Ideas appeared first on Why Tile.| Why Tile
Don't leave your beautiful bathroom in the dark! Explore how to make your space shine with expert lighting lighting ideas for every area of your bathroom.| Why Tile
Explore the benefits of gauged porcelain tile countertops in our guide. Stylish, functional, and easy to maintain. Elevate your countertops! The post Your Guide to a Gorgeous Tile Shower Niche appeared first on Why Tile.| Why Tile
Explore the benefits of gauged porcelain tile countertops in our guide. Stylish, functional, and easy to maintain. Elevate your countertops! The post Incorporating Profiles in Ceramic Tile Applications appeared first on Why Tile.| Why Tile
When it comes to designing your kitchen, the floor is more than just a surface to walk on — it’s a canvas that can elevate your entire space. Kitchen floor tile patterns offer creative possibilities to transform your flooring into a stylish focal point and to help bring your entire room design together. From classic… The post Inspiring Kitchen Floor Patterns to Transform Your Space appeared first on Why Tile.| Why Tile
Sound control was once considered an afterthought of construction. Learn how architects and contractors have developed new ways to help keep things quiet.| Why Tile
Explore the benefits of gauged porcelain tile countertops in our guide. Stylish, functional, and easy to maintain. Elevate your countertops!| Why Tile
Continuing our tile trends countdown to Coverings 2024, let’s delve into a trend we teased last week, which we’re calling Geo Texture.| Why Tile
Understanding sustainable flooring helps architects, specifiers and designers choose the best project materials for buildings.| Why Tile
From intricate mosaics to large-format porcelain panels, stone look tiles have secured a spot in our countdown to Coverings 2024.| Why Tile
Find the beauty of marble with the durability of porcelain in organic grandeur looks for 2024 tile trends.| Why Tile
Our first 2024 tile trend for Coverings 2024 is contemporary concrete looks that complement the raw beauty of contemporary architecture.| Why Tile
Explore 15 peachy rooms with tile that embrace Pantone's Color of the Year (COTY) pick for 2024: Peach Fuzz| Why Tile
Explore a world of design possibilities with our collection of 79 floor tile patterns. From classic to contemporary, here's the perfect tile!| Why Tile
Ceramic tile can be purchased through many outlets. Here's what to consider when choosing the best ceramic tile for your projects.| Why Tile