Tile and Stone Patterns for Las Vegas Kitchens and Baths

Tile has more choices than almost any other floor. Shape, size, material, finish and pattern all change how a kitchen or bath looks and feels. In a hot climate like ours it also helps that tile stays cool underfoot. This guide walks through the patterns and materials people ask about most at our showroom, and what to plan for before the work begins.

Patterns with personality

Herringbone arranges rectangular tiles in a zigzag, like a classic parquet floor. It adds movement and makes a kitchen feel designed rather than just finished. Chevron looks similar, but the tile ends are cut at an angle so the pieces meet in a continuous V. Hexagon tile, especially in smaller sizes, is a favorite for bathrooms. All those grout lines also give a little extra grip underfoot, which is welcome around a shower.

Patterns take more cutting and more careful layout, so they usually take longer to install than a straight grid. They also reward a steady hand, because a pattern that drifts off line is obvious. That's one reason it pays to have an experienced crew.

Large-format porcelain

Large-format tile is the opposite approach. Fewer, bigger pieces mean fewer grout lines, which makes a floor look calm and open and gives you less grout to clean. Porcelain is dense and hard-wearing, and it comes in finishes that mimic stone, concrete and wood. The tradeoff is that big tiles need a flat surface underneath, so subfloor prep matters more. The price of a poor subfloor is a tile that rocks or cracks.

Natural stone: marble, travertine and slate

• Marble has soft veining and a formal look, and it's a classic for bathrooms. It's a softer stone, so acidic spills can dull the surface. Wipe up quickly.
• Travertine brings warm, earthy tones and natural variation from tile to tile. That variation is part of the charm, and it usually calls for sealing.
• Slate has a textured surface and deep, natural color shifts. It suits a rustic or modern look and gives good traction.

Natural stone is a product of the earth, so no two pieces match perfectly. Treat that as a feature. Ask to see a few tiles in person, because a small sample can't show you the full range in a stone. We offer ceramic, porcelain, natural stone, mosaic, marble, granite tile, slate and travertine, and we work with Daltile. Our showroom has a Daltile display and a herringbone tile floor you can see for yourself.

Why tile demo needs planning

If you're replacing an existing floor, the old tile has to come out first, and that's the dustiest part of any flooring job. We cover furniture and cabinets, but you should expect some dust and some cleanup afterward. It's worth moving small items out of the nearby rooms and sealing off doorways where you can.

Sometimes tile can go over an existing floor, though not always. We check that at the estimate, because the condition and flatness of what's underneath decides it. A standard room takes 2 to 4 days to tile, and bigger jobs take a week or more, so plan on being without a working kitchen or bathroom for a stretch. If you have a second bathroom, you'll be glad of it.

How to choose for your room

• Kitchens: think about the grout. Darker or mid-tone grout hides daily life better than white.
• Bathrooms: smaller tiles and a slip-resistant finish are friendlier in the shower and around the tub.
• Entryways: sand and grit arrive here first, so pick a hard-wearing, textured finish.
• Open plans: large-format tile keeps long sightlines clean and quiet.
• Sunny rooms: stone and tile won't fade like some other floors, but check how color reads in your own light.

Bring your ideas

Tile is a long-term decision, and the right answer depends on your room, your cabinets and your own taste. Bring photos, a rough floor plan, or a sample of your countertop. Tell us how you cook, how many people share the bathroom, and whether you have pets, because those details shape the pattern and the finish as much as the look does. We offer free estimates with no obligation, in English or Spanish, in your home or at our showroom at 6535 N Buffalo Dr, Suite 110.

The tile and stone page on our site, under /services, has the full list of materials and what an install includes. For a free estimate, use /contact or call (702) 658-6008.