Real estate agents agree that when it comes to adding value to your home, kitchen and bath updates are at the top of the list. Whether you’re renovating an outdated bathroom or updating your kitchen floor tile to reflect the latest trends, you’re likely considering using tile – a top-of-the-line choice for flooring, walls, showers, countertops, and kitchen backsplashes. Here are some ways to achieve the high-end tile look you want while on a budget.
Inexpensive Tile
Ceramic and porcelain tile are great materials for achieving a timeless, high-end look when you’re on a budget. Durable and easy to clean, porcelain tile is available in textured finishes that make it a perfect non-slip option for updating your bathroom floors. Many natural stone tile materials are budget-friendly, too. Slate and travertine are striking choices perfect for walls or floors. Tiles Unlimited offers large-format, first quality porcelain floor and wall tiles for as little as $0.97 per square foot such as our Royale Perla and Cronos Marfil.
Classic Colors
For a luxury, high-end design in your bathroom or kitchen, choose timeless colors and finishes that are neutral yet stylish.
For bathrooms choose tiles in hues like clean white, warm greys, or light blues and greens. Porcelain tile that looks like marble or other natural stones are a top trend in bathroom design.
In the kitchen, earth tones and neutral colors give a sense of warmth. Rustic browns and tans, warm greys, charcoal, and ivory are great choices. Porcelain tile that looks like wood is a beautiful flooring option, providing an affordable and easy-to-maintain alternative to hardwood in the kitchen. Tiles Unlimited carries dozens of wood-look tiles in every size, color and texture you can imagine starting at under 2 bucks a square foot.
The Small Details
If you’re worried your budget redesign will end up looking bland, indulge in some smaller, pricier detailing to add personality. Decorative borders and backsplashes require a small amount of material but can pack a big punch for the finished look of your bathroom or kitchen.
Invest in high-quality glass tile to create a contrasting border at eye-level in the shower – this is a great way to enhance plain subway tile. Install an eye-catching glass tile backsplash in the kitchen to dress up neutral countertops.
BARGAINS and Odd Lots
A little-known secret are small quantities of tile that tile stores have left over and sell at huge discounts. Odd lots are typically smaller quantities of tile that have been discontinued by the manufacturer, end of production runs or are left over batches of tile that we are clearing out of our warehouse at tremendous savings. Generally, there is enough tile to do a room or smaller area. These “package deals” are often priced below our cost. Tiles Unlimited currently has odd lot packages starting at less than $50! Hurry, these deals are often purchased within a day of being offered.
Head on over to Tiles Unlimited to see all your tile flooring options. Named Best Tile Store and Best Kitchen & Bath Store in the 2017 Best of the Boro Competition, Tiles Unlimited has Queens’ largest selection of tile, free indoor parking, free Wi-Fi and all the espresso you can drink. Don’t forget to print out your $600 off coupon before heading over. Please note that the coupons are not valid for BARGAINS and odd lots as they are already highly discounted.
