One room in your home that is great to have tile flooring on is your kitchen. However, deciding which flooring material to use can leave you second guessing your decision. Here are some tips for deciding between different tile flooring options for your kitchen.

Ceramic Tile

Ceramic tile is known for being a very affordable way to put tile flooring in your kitchen. However, you cannot go too cheap with this material. You'll need ceramic tile that has been sealed if you want it to be durable for use in a kitchen. Once glazed, the surface will be able to resist stains and water to recover from spills in the kitchen. One thing to keep in mind about ceramic is that it is a softer material that is more prone to scratching and surface damage. That's why it's so important to make sure the surface is glazed. 

Porcelain Tile

Porcelain is very similar to ceramic material, but it is going to be notably stronger. This is due to there being more sand added to the tile during the manufacturing process. While the material cost more than ceramic, it may give you peace of mind that the material will recover better from accidents and spills on the floor that can potentially cause damage. 

Granite Tile

Many homeowners love granite tile due to its looks. The material has natural patterns in it that are hard to duplicate, making every slab of granite material unique in its own way. Granite is a natural stone, so it will require that the surface is sealed occasionally, which will prevent liquids from absorbing into the surface if it gets wet. 

Quartz Tile

What makes quartz unique is that it is a non-porous tile that requires no maintenance over the years. This makes it a great choice for a kitchen where water tends to get on the surface of the floors more often. The material also has superior strength, so it will resist damage from items that are dropped on the surface. However, the material tends to be slippery due to it being non-porous, which may be a deal breaker for some people. 

Marble Tile

Marble is known to have a very elegant look that works well for a high end kitchen. The surface can be polished to really make the material stand out as a point of beauty in your kitchen. The drawbacks of marble is that the surface needs sealing periodically, it can be slippery, and is quite expensive to purchase.

Any of these options will be perfect for your kitchen tile flooring project.