Hardwood flooring is a beautiful addition to any home, and remains one of the most popular flooring options today.
But with this amenity comes its share of headaches. Refinishing issues, potential water damage, and chips and scratches are always a concern when using real hardwood.
Fortunately, porcelain tile that looks like wood has become a hot trend lately, according to Robin Ferrara of Chester Tile & Marble, one of New Jersey's premiere providers of such products, and now at a new location in Morristown.
"Wood looking porcelain tile provides all of the beauty and grandeur of real hardwood, but is virtually maintenance free, much to the delight of homeowners. These tiles don't require refinishing, and will last for many years".
As Ferrara explains, it's really the best of both worlds high quality porcelain tile that looks like wood, but with all the advantages of porcelain tile.
Indeed, this look has become the rage for good reason. Some of the top benefits of wood looking porcelain tile:
Variety A bevy of manufacturers now offer this product, and in a variety of colors and grains, simulating virtually every type of wood. They are even available in distressed and hand plane finishes. "It's very hard to tell at a glance that the flooring is not real wood," noted Ferrara.
Flexibility When used as flooring, these tiles can be placed in traditional hardwood flooring patterns, or you can create your own distinctive pattern.
Multi-Use They can be installed virtually anywhere, from floors to wet areas such as showers or tub surrounds. They provide a fantastic look without the risk of water damage. They are also great in high traffic commercial areas.
Maintenance-Free Like all porcelain tile, wood plank porcelains are easy to clean, and also easy to sanitize, making it a perfect choice for all rooms and uses. And during the humid summer months, these tiles are a great choice in warding off warping caused by moisture damage.
Additionally, wood looking porcelain is immune to fire, pest damage, damage from harsh chemicals, and scratches from shoes, pets, etc.
"We've never had a customer disappointed when using this material, and that speaks volumes about the ease and beauty of wood looking porcelain," she added.
But with this amenity comes its share of headaches. Refinishing issues, potential water damage, and chips and scratches are always a concern when using real hardwood.
Fortunately, porcelain tile that looks like wood has become a hot trend lately, according to Robin Ferrara of Chester Tile & Marble, one of New Jersey's premiere providers of such products, and now at a new location in Morristown.
"Wood looking porcelain tile provides all of the beauty and grandeur of real hardwood, but is virtually maintenance free, much to the delight of homeowners. These tiles don't require refinishing, and will last for many years".
As Ferrara explains, it's really the best of both worlds high quality porcelain tile that looks like wood, but with all the advantages of porcelain tile.
Indeed, this look has become the rage for good reason. Some of the top benefits of wood looking porcelain tile:
Variety A bevy of manufacturers now offer this product, and in a variety of colors and grains, simulating virtually every type of wood. They are even available in distressed and hand plane finishes. "It's very hard to tell at a glance that the flooring is not real wood," noted Ferrara.
Flexibility When used as flooring, these tiles can be placed in traditional hardwood flooring patterns, or you can create your own distinctive pattern.
Multi-Use They can be installed virtually anywhere, from floors to wet areas such as showers or tub surrounds. They provide a fantastic look without the risk of water damage. They are also great in high traffic commercial areas.
Maintenance-Free Like all porcelain tile, wood plank porcelains are easy to clean, and also easy to sanitize, making it a perfect choice for all rooms and uses. And during the humid summer months, these tiles are a great choice in warding off warping caused by moisture damage.
Additionally, wood looking porcelain is immune to fire, pest damage, damage from harsh chemicals, and scratches from shoes, pets, etc.
"We've never had a customer disappointed when using this material, and that speaks volumes about the ease and beauty of wood looking porcelain," she added.