Hot Kitchen Flooring Tile Trends

October 6, 2020|Tile Trends|

Last week we shared cool kitchen flooring tile ideas with you, and now we’re heating things up with hot kitchen flooring tile. 

What makes kitchen tile sizzle? We searched for tile in warm hues, as well as tile in patterns that evoke cozy, passionate, and playful feelings. All in all, you’re sure to find a hot kitchen tile design that makes a statement!

Terrazzo-Look Tile

Terrazzo-look tile doesn’t necessarily have to be bold, but with speckles this big, we don’t know what else to call it.

[Related: 2020 Tile Trends: Speckled Surfaces]

Wood-Look Parquet Tile

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Warm wood looks are hot all on their own, but pair them with a parquet tile pattern and you have our heart skipping a beat.

[Related: 2020 Tile Trends: Refined Natural Wood Looks]

Terracotta-Look Tile

Interested in creating a cozy, Hygge-inspired space? Nothing’s cozier than terracotta-look tile, and this arabesque shape takes the look from traditional to trend-setting. 

> Explore more tile shape ideas.

Encaustic Tile

During the Gothic revival, Victorians brought back a medieval European tile style that they called “encaustic tile.” This porcelain kitchen flooring design brings back the look (again!) with contemporary flair!

[Related: Tile Color Psychology: How Your Tile Color Affects Your Mood]

Bold Tile Patterns

Bold tile patterns are right at home in kitchen flooring, and we’ve found more than one that fits the bill. 

The design above incorporates warm orangey-brown shades paired with blues, and the design below feature touches of red that pop against a white background.

We couldn’t help ourselves, so here’s one more bold tile pattern to consider: a Spanish modern-meets-boho tile rug that has just about swept us off our feet. 

[Related: Tile Trend Ideas: Geometric Tiles & Pattern Play]

Is hot kitchen flooring tile for you, or do you prefer cool tile designs? To explore more floor designs ideas before you make up your mind, visit our Patterned Kitchen Floor Tile Pinterest board. Then read our Complete Guide to Kitchen Floor Tile to learn how to choose the best tile shape and pattern for kitchen flooring.

Still deciding on the perfect shade? Check out our collection of kitchen floor tile color ideas to help you match your flooring to your home’s unique style.

About the Author: Roxanne Morris

Roxanne Morris is the Marketing and Media Relations Manager at the Tile Council of North America America. She writes about tile product development, standards, and design trends for various trade publications. Roxanne is also an editor at WhyTile.com and manages the Why Tile Partner network at Partners.Whytile.com.

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