A Guide to Choosing Large Format Tiles for Modern Homes

Walking into some houses instantly confers a feeling of royalty and luxury. Minimal furniture, artistically designed interiors and a cosy comfort, everything looks so polished. But it all starts with choosing the right flooring and to be more precise, the right size of flooring tiles. Rooms with larger tile formats create the illusion of larger spaces. The surface looks broad, has fewer grout lines, and there is an uninterrupted flow of patterns and textures. Everything looks so put together. So, when you step into a tile shop Beverly Hills, the real challenge will be choosing the right tile that is of the perfect size.

How To Choose The Right Tile?

When it comes to choosing tiles for a modern house, there is no shortage of styles. The colors, finishes and textures, there’s a lot to choose from. But the best choice will depend upon where it is to be used. You will need to apply thought to identify the right location. Can you contend with any design or do you have something specific in mind? Natural light is an important factor to consider. What will be the maintenance routine? And lastly, the cost? All are important key points to consider. 

How To Choose The Right Size?

Floor titles are available in a range of sizes. And going in with a large tile format does not mean picking the biggest size available. Needless to say that the choice of tile size must be according to the room size and room layout. Also, the correct placement, pattern and position must be carefully thought of. 

What Are Large Format Tiles?

These floor tiles are considerably big in size. Unlike the traditional tile sizes, these sizes cover more surface area with fewer pieces. This is for creating visual continuity and is therefore more appealing and attractive. Furthermore, their polished and reflective surface gives the interiors a glamorous touch. 

Best Fit Spaces For Large Tiles

The large tile format works exceptionally well in 

• Open kitchen and backsplash area

• Open living and dining space

• Luxury bathrooms

• Entryway

• Shower walls

• Feature walls

• Outdoor living spaces

Think About the Overall Design Style

When choosing tiles for modern homes, it should not be like following a trend. Pick the style that best aligns with your style and taste. It should complement the overall interiors. Check out the colors, patterns, textures, and finishes available. In fact each collection has something different to offer. Try using them in different styles to create unique effects.

Choose the Finish Carefully

The finish of the tile is the top-most layer of the tile. How the tile is finished completely changes how the tile looks and feels. A polished finish will reflect light and lend a glamorous feel. The matte finish is soft and more understated. Textures add depth. 

But the chosen finish must not compromise the practicality in any way. A tile must look beautiful but at the same time perform well in the space where it will be installed. It should not be too slippery for areas where footfall is high. Maintenance and everyday cleaning must be high on cards.

Check In Natural Light

The lighting in showrooms is different from what we have in our homes. This changes the way a tile actually appears. One must always check the tiles and their appearance in natural light. In fact, a tile can appear different at different times of day. Morning sunlight, afternoon light, and setting sun, each lighting condition affects the color and pattern of the tile. Artificial light can bring about an entirely different impact. This is particularly important with tiles that have heavy patterns. 

Check Scale and Pattern

The large format tiles make patterns appear more prominent and noticeable. This is because there is more surface for the design to cover. So the choice of tile will depend upon how much visual activity is required. To create a bold impact, go for dramatic patterns. On the other hand, for a quiet and sophisticated backdrop, go in for muted textures and self designs. 

Check the Grout Color

The wrong grout color can ruin the complete look of the large pattern tiles. Contrary to the basic idea of large format tiles making the surface feel more continuous, a contrasting grout will make individual tiles stand out. The placement of the tiles must also be carefully planned to reduce grouting, especially in areas under the staircase and around the fireplace. The positioning and cutting of the tiles must appear thoughtful. 

Consider Indoor and Outdoor Continuity

For homes that look stylish and architecturally planned have a common color code with strong indoor-outdoor connections. While both areas are different entities, they are well connected through tile placement and color combinations. Therefore, areas like the patio, terrace and pool side must be designed in continuation as the living room and kitchen.

Final Thoughts

As a buyer one should not treat higher price equivalent to higher quality. These are two different concepts. One may get more value even at a low price. The Porcelina Group understands each aspect of house building closely. Therefore, they come across with the widest range of tile varieties, designs, color code and price range to make every home look beautiful and talk about the real beauty of the people living inside. Homeowners can explore Porcelina Group's curated porcelain tile and slab collections range at its Los Angeles showroom near Beverly Hills.