Many designers use gauged porcelain tile panels/slabs to create a wallpapered look, as the minimal and unobtrusive grout lines create the illusion of wallpaper, but with all the benefits of ceramic tile and none of the maintenance issues of wallpaper. To create a wallpapered look, designers often choose gauged porcelain tile panels/slabs with creative patterns.
Large-format tiles are also perfect for minimalist spaces, which favor clean surfaces uncluttered by grout lines and other visual interruptions.
Gauged porcelain tile panels/slabs are functionally versatile, suitable for not only walls and flooring, but also countertops, cabinet facings, and furniture surfaces both indoors and out. Advances in technology enable manufacturers to create these large-format tiles in wood, marble, and stone looks as well as all of the looks you see below.
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Combine dark and light stone-look ceramic tile in different sizes and shapes to create an interesting flooring design. While this pattern may look playful or random, the bigger picture shows order, as well as an intention to provide movement from one area to the next in this public space.
Ceramic tile is water-resistant, making it the perfect choice to surround vanishing edge pools. This alabaster textured ceramic tile provides a surround that will withstand weather elements and still look stunning!
This grayscale polygon ceramic tile pathway is giving the red carpet a monochromatic run for its money.
White marble-look ceramic tiles create a bright and energizing shower design that might just make you want to linger for a few minutes more.
Terrazzo-look ceramic tile is becoming an increasingly popular choice for both indoor and outdoor spaces. Here, it adds a gravel-like design to this patio area and provides all the durability and easy maintenance of ceramic tile.
Rooms with neutral color schemes rely on texture to create visual interest, which is why this textured ceramic tile is such a fitting choice.
With a large rectangle grid next to the typical running bond pattern, this polished gray wood-look ceramic tile proves that not all wood looks are the same.
The biggest favor you can do yourself is to choose a water-, stain-, and bacteria-resistant material for your public restroom, such as ceramic tile. Not to mention this tile comes in a variety of stunning designs?
Warm wood-look ceramic tile, oversized gray wood-look ceramic tile, and light creamy stone-look ceramic tile combine to create an impressive lobby that will stand up to high foot traffic for decades.
This nook and bar front has a unique look thanks to the end-cut wood grain of these square tiles set in a diamond pattern. The design of the ceramic tiles washed with luscious red is offset by a zig-zag installation of cream in the same tile style.
Blue and green mosaic ceramic tiles showcasing end-cut wood grain create a stunning tiled counter front in this cafe.
Can’t decide between gray tile and beige ceramic tile? Follow this boutique’s example and use both, alternating colors with each row of tile.
Oversized in rich colors and highly polished, these wood-look ceramic tiles elevate this boutique to the highest standard.
Wood-look gauged porcelain tile panels and slabs create a design so beautiful it rivals nature itself.
High-end boutiques call for high-end flooring, and this polished wood-look gauged porcelain tile fits the bill.
Gauged porcelain tile panels allow you to showcase gorgeous designs (such as this polished wood look) on massive surfaces.
Unique artwork can set your restaurant apart. Incorporate art into your restaurant’s design itself with custom gauged porcelain tile slabs.
A custom-designed gauged porcelain tile panel allows this restaurant interior to reflect the branding and dining experience.
