BELK Tile Blog

Field tile is the secret ingredient behind the smooth floors and walls you see in homes, offices, and stores. People are often surprised to learn that field tiles cover up to 90 percent of tiled surfaces in most interior projects. While everyone expects decorative tiles to steal the spotlight, it is actually the humble field tile that sets the mood and holds everything together. Knowing what makes these tiles special can change the way you look at any space. Table of Contents Defining Field Til

Tiles might seem simple at first glance but they do a lot more than cover your floors or walls. Some tiles get their final look and extra tough surface from a glass layer fired at high heat and others skip this step entirely. The surprising part is that glazed tiles can block nearly all moisture and allow for unlimited color choices while unglazed ones offer serious slip resistance and durability for high-traffic spots. With these differences, picking the right tile can actually change the way y

Large format tiles are changing the way designers think about flooring and walls. These tiles can be as big as 60x120 inches, dwarfing the old 4x4 or 12x12 inch standards. Most people assume these massive tiles must be hard to install and prone to breaking. Actually, the latest technology makes them tougher and more precise than ever, offering seamless looks and surprising durability that traditional tiles just cannot match. Table of Contents Defining Large Format Tile: Characteristics And Size

Natural stone tile stands out as the original building block of luxury design and timeless style. You might expect that only palaces and cathedrals showcase such elegance but the number of spaces using natural stone tile is skyrocketing with the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projecting a 10% growth in tile and stone applications. Turns out this ancient material is making the biggest impact not just for its looks but because every tile captures a one of a kind slice of earth’s story. Tabl

Ceramic tiles might seem like basic building blocks at first glance, lining floors and walls everywhere you look. Yet most people do not realize that every single tile is the result of an intricate process where raw minerals are transformed at temperatures as high as 1200 degrees Celsius. It sounds complex, but the real surprise is just how much the exact mix of minerals and manufacturing steps can change a tile’s performance and appearance in ways you would never expect. Table of Contents

Porcelain and ceramic tiles might seem nearly identical on the surface, used everywhere from cozy kitchens to chic hotel lobbies. Yet only one of them is fired at over 2,200 degrees Fahrenheit and absorbs less than 0.5 percent of its weight in water. Most people think the real difference is just in the price tag or pretty patterns. The real surprise is how these quiet details shape durability, beauty and performance in places you never even notice. Table of Contents Defining Porcelain And Ceram