wood look tile in high end home?

3 years ago

I want gauge what pros and real estate folks think of wood look tile in mid/high end homes. Does it feel too “fake” Or can it work ? I’m remodeling an open concept home and need same flooring through kitchen, living and dining area. Have had bad experience with water leaks in kitchen with Engr hardwood.

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K R

3 years ago

I’m doing a matte 24x48 porcelain tile in my new (modern style) build, going very neutral and off white. I see a lot of new high end builds in south Florida and this is a very popular tile. It’s by Ergon Tile - White Falda.

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SJ McCarthy
3 years ago
OK...first things first. Where are you and what 'ranks' as mid or high range in your area? In my neck of the woods (second most expensive city in the world...only Hong Kong beats us) a 'tear down' house on a small lot = $900K. And even those sell OVER the asking price....but $200K!!! It's INSANE.

And your LOCATION will let you know about TILE. Any tile. South Carolina? You bet. North Dakota? Please don't.

As for wood in a house/kitchen? It's been done for HUNDREDS of years in Europe. Today's technology offers 'moisture sensors' under the flooring (any flooring...but kitchens are the most common or the floors outside of bathrooms) = couple hundred dollars worth of AWESOMENESS! Now THAT is worth it's weight in gold!

Can you have wood? Don't know. Don't know where you live or if you have HUMIDITY CONTROL in your house. Wood needs CONTROL...tile does not. Check your HVAC system. You *might need an upgrade which was not budgeted at the beginning of the Reno. And no, your contractor won't ask...most (not all) don't care.
K R
3 years ago
Agreed with above, we need location and examples of high end pricing in your area.
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Hj
Original Author
3 years ago
Thank you! We live in fremont, east bay of SF area. The home is located in a desirable area with estates, very large lots and older homes that sell for around average $2.3M-2.5M. Tear downs here go for around the same price as you mentioned above with maybe slightly larger lot sizes. I like the install it and forget it ease of tile and the bad leak experience previously was horrible and we had to replace all the floors...it happened while we were out for a day
SJ McCarthy
3 years ago
The wood look is quickly winding down. I like to see tiles or stone used in situations like yours. The house style will help you pick the look of your stone/tile.

If you have a Spanish Colonial then have fun with tiles from that age. If you have High Modern then play in that sand box.

You need to like the floor you purchase....but there is always an option you will like while still maintaining respect for the style of th home.
K R
3 years ago
I think good quality wood look tile has a place, but in your area I would probably go large format porcelain tile instead, especially since you mention it is open concept. As SJ mentioned, choose tile that goes with your style home. Some pictures would be helpful!
Hj
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3 years ago
Thank you both! I loved the warmth and neutrality light wood color brings but am now looking at large size tiles; up to 24x48. Most of the tiles in that size have patterns I’ve so far seen I’m not a big fan of. Looking for neutral colors in the greige family not too patterned... I’ll bring in the warmth with modern wooden cabinets. Any recommendations you would have for tile vendors or style recommendation ? Thank you!!!
SeekingInspo
2 years ago
Does that tile get dirty super easily though? Cause I love the look, but have 2 kids and a dog…
kculbers
2 years ago
I have Italian wood look porcelain tile by Energie Ker. It is grade 4 tile: the strongest. I have it in my hallway and 2 smaller bathrooms. I love the look and it is easy to clean, looks good and is water resistant.

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