No Limitations of Design with Wood Look Tiles

Herringbone patterns in two color tones create a fun chevron pattern

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I think we all recognize wood-look tiles as a very popular trend at the moment. But think outside the box with ways to install your wood tile to give it a unique look! Traditionally you would install your wood-looks in a 1/3 random offset pattern to give the appearance of a hardwood floor, but just like any other tile you can combine colors or create a pattern to give your design its' own character.

Using a tile that has a high variation in pattern and tones in one way to give your design more color. Another way to introduce different colors into the space is to pick a tile series that offers a variety of solid color tones. To the right you see a herringbone pattern in contrasting colors in Florida Tile's Natura series that we installed in the H.Winter Tile showroom. The defined color pattern creates a chevron pattern for a fun, modern design. The example of the wall below shows how you can use a more subtle, random color blend adds depth and character on simple accent wall. 

This wall display using Florida Tile's Natura Series is a traditional offset layout with three different color tones creating interest.

If you want to stick to one color to keep the design more uniform or contemporary, maybe you would choose to use a tile that has a more modern flair with less natural wood grain. And just because you generally see wood installed in an offset pattern doesn't mean you can't be a rule breaker. Try a stacked pattern for a bit more modern edge and a simpler pattern. Below you also see images of a basketweave pattern or alternating the direction of the tile to create any style you want.

Go ahead...break the rules of tradition and let us know what you come up with!

Mediterranea Dream - Contemporary Wood-Look Porcelain Tile

Basketweave Pattern

Non-Traditional Pattern with a Wood-Look Porcelain Tile

Install Porcelain Wood-Look Tiles in Alternating Directions for a Unique Style