If you are considering using patterned cement tiles in your home, whether as a kitchen backsplash or as floor tiles, in your bathroom, and are doubting whether or not cement tiles will stand the test of time. It’s good to remember that few other tiles have been around for so long and still keep coming back strong every now and then. They are super popular right now, especially in kitchens and bathrooms. They quickly transform any blah room into a wow one. Another excellent characteristic of cement tiles is that because they are handmade no two tiles look exactly the same. This characteristic makes them authentic and gives them a feeling of originality.
There are so many patterns available by different manufacturers that is almost overwhelming. I’m sharing a few sources at the bottom of this post. Whatever patterned tile you decide on,
one thing to keep in mind is that you should follow installation instructions to the T, especially when it comes to the final sealing step. Cement tiles are incredibly tricky, and they can be damaged very easily. They can get stained, not precisely a beautiful patina and these ugly
stains are very difficult to fix. Manufacturers are usually not responsible for any stain developed after improper installation because they stand behind the fact that due to the nature of the cement tiles being made by hand they are prepared to look imperfect. The truth is that a beautiful patina on a tile is not exactly a stain, that’s why it’s so important to make sure that your installer is doing the installation correctly.
If you are installing them on the floor as in this beautiful bathroom above, make sure the floor is level; otherwise, the tiles can chip off with usage over time. The chipping may be due to the way the tile is manufactured in sort of layering. Another widespread use of encaustic tiles is on patio floors, and they can look great in the right kind of architecture.
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