10 Reasons To Use Wood-Effect Floor Tiles in UK

The quintessential British home has warm hardwood floors and stately interiors. While we love (and adore) real hardwood floors, we have to agree that wooden floors are a bugger to maintain. They need regular polishing, annual waxing and buffing to retain their shine. Who has the time for it?

Presenting you our incredible wood-effect floor tiles in the UK collection! These are premium porcelain tiles that look like our beloved wood planks. Very often, our customers ask us, “Is wood-effect tiles the right choice for my busy British studio apartment? I’ve got kids and a couple of furry-kids as well.” And, our answer is – YES! You can now tile your floor and enjoy the regal look of hardwood.

The beauty of porcelain wood-effect tiles is that they replicate the look of natural wood while offering other benefits like – easy maintenance, long-life, and aesthetics. Available in an astounding variety of colours and patterns, wood-effect tiles are perfect for all interiors.

Check out the top 10 reasons why our customers swear by wood-effect tiles.

1. Durability

Porcelain tiles are engineered to be super long-lasting and durable. They are hard and extremely tough. They don’t chip, bend or crack easily like wooden flooring. Your pointy heels or chair legs won’t hurt your beautiful floors. This makes wood-effect porcelain tiles the perfect choice for high-footfall areas in homes and even for commercial use.

2. Easy Maintenance

Wood-effect porcelain tiles are super easy to clean. Regular vacuuming and the occasional mopping are enough to keep your tiles looking good as new for years to come. These tiles come with smooth grouts meaning dust and dirt isn’t trapped between each tile. We also offer stain-proof grouts perfect for high spill areas like bathrooms and kitchens.

3. Looks Just like Authentic Hardwood Flooring

Thanks to advances in tile printing technologies, porcelain tiles are designed to look just like real hardwood flooring. These tiles are available in a variety of natural wood colours like oak, ash, walnut and teak.

4. Works Well for Heated Floors

If there is one thing that we Brits can all agree is that our weather is bloody cold for the majority of the year. Heated floors are a blessing, especially in the cold dreary winter. Hardwood floors aren’t suited for underfloor heating. However, porcelain is perfaect for electric or wet underfloor heating systems. Keep your feet warm and toasty throughout the year!

5. Can also be used on Walls

Porcelain tiles though dense and sturdy are lightweight. They can be used on your walls as well. So, if you have always dreamt of wooden planking your walls, then wood-effect porcelain tiles are an excellent choice.

6. Sleek and Flat

One of the biggest drawbacks of natural wood floors is that they can warp and bend over time. Wood-effect porcelain tiles, on the other hand, have a flat and sleek finish. They are easy to walk on and the minimal grout lines give it a sleek effect.

7. Can also be used in Exterior Areas

Yes, you can now enjoy a wood-effect patio or verandah without worrying about the weather spoiling your precious floors. Porcelain tiles are hard and can be used indoors as well as outdoors. They are the perfect option to create a seamless flow between your interiors and exteriors.

8. Non-slippery

Wood-effect porcelain tiles are non-slippery and offer a natural grip underfoot. They are the perfect choices for wet areas like kitchens, bathrooms, mudrooms, cloak rooms and laundry rooms.

9. Doesn’t Fade

Wood-effect tiles retain their colours for years. Even when exposed to direct sunlight or rain, they do not fade or show signs of wear and tear. Your floors will continue looking beautiful for years to come.

10. Available in a Variety of Colours and Patterns

The biggest draw of wood-effect porcelain tiles is that you are not limited by the colour restrictions of natural wood. These tiles are available in an astounding variety of colours and patterns, perfect for all interior styles.

There you have it! We hope this list helps you switch over to team wood-effect porcelain tiles! And, if you need further information about our flooring range or need help placing an order, get in touch with our friendly sales team.