Advances in technology allow manufacturers to create ceramic tile with any look, including natural looks such as stone, marble, granite, slate, terra cotta, wood, and more.
Whereas different natural materials may have varying levels of durability or suitability for specific applications, you always know what you’re getting with ceramic tile. Ceramic tile is resistant to water, fading, and freeze and thaw cycles, making it suitable for both indoor and outdoor use. Tile also makes maintenance easy, with stain, scratch, and bacteria resistance. On cleaning day, you can relax knowing that you just need to sweep and wipe your tile with water.
Your natural-looking tile options are as diverse as nature itself, so explore our natural tile ideas below to start dreaming up the perfect tile for your project.
Blue tile is on the trend upswing—a neutral with a shot of unique. Take this blue stone effect tile laid in a running pattern. Pair it with dark woods and bright whites to show off this tile’s timeless, yet up-to-the-minute style. And, style is no compromise on performance because ceramic tile is moisture and flame…
The clever use of accent tiles in this flooring gives the impression of a rug under the dining table. Ceramic tile offers virtually endless design options to suit every style, with a variety of colors, textures, shapes, sizes, and patterns. So, be creative and choose ceramic tile for flooring that’s as unique as you are.
This ceramic tile flooring reflects the light, lending elegance to this stately entryway. Timeless beauty is the theme of this room, and ceramic tile’s long-lasting beauty fits right in. Durable, scratch-resistant, and stain-resistant ceramic tile will keep its good looks throughout the lifetime of your house, receiving guests with elegant ease.
A front porch is a special place where people gather to chat or sit silently and watch the world go ’round. When the porch is a spacious wrap-around, the more, the merrier! The stone-look ceramic tile that spans this front porch is a rustic complement to the rich wood ceiling and cedar siding. Ceramic tile…
With a black and white color scheme, the yin and yang aspect of this bathroom brings balance to the space. The smoky gray ceramic tiles of the backsplash seem to float in a mist, with the row of dimensional trim grounding the tile to the vanity. Ceramic tile is water- and stain-resistant and is easy…
When life hands you lemons, display the lemons in a beautiful bowl on your countertop. Simple things such as lemons can have a beauty worthy of showing off, just like the beauty of this kitchen. The stone-look ceramic tile of the backsplash coordinating with the counter is simply stunning, and with easy care and scratch…
Sleek sophistication in this modern seaside decor starts with the gleaming sand color of the stone-look ceramic flooring. These large-format squares reflect the light that floods the room, giving the space a heavenly appearance. A stylish white table and chairs add to the lofty feeling as you look out into the blue sky beyond. Ceramic…
A platform for high fashion doesn’t have to take a back seat. This large format ceramic tile has soft “movement” in the marble/stone effect that echos the flow of romantic fabric. Ceramic tile is a lifelong marriage of beauty and durability the variety you look for in a perfect match. This exquisite square tile announces…
Ethereal is one way to describe this room, with wispy white curtains blowing in the breeze. The ceramic tile flooring is a vision in white, continuing the celestial feeling. Ceramic tile on the walls in a silver knot pattern is delightful with a metallic shimmer. Ceramic tile is a breath of fresh air with a…
Wood-look ceramic tile is as durable as it is beautiful. Unlike other surfaces, ceramic tile has a fire-hardened surface that’s long-lasting and will take whatever you throw at it. Scratch- and stain-resistant, ceramic tile can withstand foot traffic, water, spills, and everything else life brings and still look as amazing as it did on day…
At first glance, this dining room looks fairly subdued, but take a closer look. Pastels and stone-look ceramic tiles flank one side of this fun room, while 3D tile in pale neutrals line the other. The flooring of large-format tiles is split between unadorned beige and an abstract pattern. Ceramic tile is versatile and stylish,…
Sleek, modern style is just a stone’s throw away no matter which way you turn in this modern kitchen. Stone-look, large-format ceramic tile covers the floors, walls, and countertops, and even serves as artwork. The variegated patterns on the various surfaces give visual interest to the monochromatic palette.
Having a beautiful yard is part of the joy of owning a home. With ceramic tile, your outdoors can be as stylish as your indoors. Ceramic tile is water-resistant and has options to withstand freeze/thaw conditions, so you need not worry about the elements. The durable surface of tile is scratch-resistant and won’t fade in…
This minimalist kitchen is an efficiency masterpiece. Clean lines and no clutter give the space an open feeling that can sooth a frazzled soul. The soft beige of the ceramic tile flooring lets the tile layout be the focus, with alternating squares and rectangles. Finishing off the room, the backsplash and the bar front are…
For a contemporary spin on a traditional look, look no further than ceramic tile — the modern hardwood. Ceramic tile is indistinguishable from real hardwood, yet offers the added benefits of water, scratch, and stain resistance. With these advantages, your bedroom floor will continue looking as sleek as it did on day one!
All hands on deck means mega traffic, moisture, and did we say food and drink spills? But everything stays clean as a whistle and easy to maintain because ceramic tile not only offers slip resistant finishes, but also is anti-fugal and stain resistant. When those two ships pass in the night, this one will be…
You could venture to a lake or river, but why bother when this natural stone-look tile gives your bathroom all the serenity of nature? The deep red accents in these large-format square tiles will give you something to admire while you soak in the tub, and when you’re ready to dry off, don’t worry about…
Large marble effect panels paired with the tumbled texture of small mosaics make for an interesting proposition. But wait, there’s a surprise in store, or should we say, a surprise in the floor—a streak of mosaics accent the large format square floor tiles. It’s the bronze age (color) but using the latest technology in ceramic…
Even if you don’t live in an Italian villa overlooking the Mediterranean, you can feel like you do. Imagine a version of this lovely terrace in your yard, beckoning you and your guests to enjoy the fresh air and sit in the sun. Ceramic tile has the styles you want with the durability that you…
With a backyard like this, you want to use decor elements that are one with nature, complementing its beauty without trying to steal the show. It’s a difficult task, but this light wood-look ceramic tile flooring pulls it off beautifully. Ceramic tile is the natural choice for outdoor surfaces, with resistance to water, scratches, and…
