Wood effect tiles are a fantastic alternative to traditional wooden flooring. The engineered wood tiles we supply provide all the beauty and warmth of natural wood, along with the practicality and durability of porcelain tiles. Wood effect tiles work in a multitude of spaces to transform your home in places where you would traditionally expect hardwood flooring. Below we explain the various uses and advantages of using wood effect tiles instead of traditional hardwood flooring.

Colour

Hardwood flooring has a timeless appeal and has long been a prominent feature in many classic homes and interiors. However, hardwood flooring has a few limitations, such as which can impact its suitability for interior design projects. For instance, it only comes in limited colour options and is only suitable for strictly dry and well-ventilated environments.

On the other hand, wood effect tiles, or wood-look tiles, offer a highly versatile alternative. These tiles can be used in various room conditions, placements, and layouts, both indoors and outdoors. Wood effect tiles are completely waterproof and lighter in weight compared to traditional wood panels, which makes them suitable for a wide range of applications. Wood effect tiles effortlessly replicate the distinctive appearance of traditional hardwood flooring all while providing buyers with a wider selection of colour and size.

Application

The key features of wood effect tiles make them highly versatile for installation in various spaces. Unlike traditional hardwood panels which are primarily used as flooring, wood effect tiles can be used in kitchens, bathrooms, hallways, exteriors, entranceways, and patios, therefore providing a wide range of design possibilities! This versatility allows for the creation of a natural-looking statement – whether you’re looking to install a cohesive flooring design, or looking to incorporate wood-like elements on your walls, wood effect tiles offer a practical and aesthetically pleasing solution!

Wood effect tiles offer a practical and aesthetic solution that combines the appeal of wood alongside the advantages of tiles. Their versatile, waterproof properties, and wider colour selection make them a desirable option for both interior and exterior spaces. By opting for wood effect tiles instead of hardwood flooring, you can overcome the limitations of hardwood.

Durability

Hardwood flooring is prone to scratches and moisture damage when installed inside the homes. This means it requires regular polishing, sanding and treatment to keep it looking its best. Wood effect tiling does not require costly and time consuming maintenance. It only requires a quick clean and hoover to keep it in tip top condition. When used outside, wooden panelling will become sun-bleached, expand, freeze, or in the worst-case scenario will rot. Therefore, we highly recommend using wood effect tiles to ensure that your garden space continues to look fantastic for years to come.

Naturally, porcelain tiles are extremely hard-wearing and are the preferred choice for many homeowners when renovating their interior or exterior spaces. Our range of wood effect tiles are made from the highest quality porcelain available in Europe and are best known for their longevity and durability.

For more information on using exterior tiles in your garden, please take a look at our page about transforming your garden with outdoor tiles.

Cost

Cost is an important consideration when renovating your home especially if you’re tackling more than one room at once. In most cases, wood effect tiles are far more affordable than hardwood flooring. The initial outlay is usually lower and you won’t need to budget for ongoing maintenance and costly repairs, so investing in wood effect flooring will save you money for years to come.

Experts in Design

Whilst hardwood flooring will continue to be a beautiful flooring option, it is important to consider the practical, financial and environmental downsides before you purchase.  If you are looking to gain additional assistance when choosing the perfect tile for your home, we highly recommend scheduling a consultation with our in-house design experts.

The team at New Image are delighted to have won Independent Business of the year at The Weymouth Business Awards. This prestigious award promotes businesses within the Weymouth and Portland area and recognises the strides we are making to deliver quality service at a local and national level.

The award is a testament to our hard-working team who go above and beyond each and every day. Customer satisfaction is our utmost priority at New Image and we pride ourselves on the excellent customer service and aftercare we provide. This clearly hasn’t gone unnoticed by our customers as shown in our fantastic reviews on Google and Facebook. We couldn’t have won The Independent Business Award without our team’s outstanding commitment to maintaining the high standards for which New Image has earned an enviable reputation over the years.

We wanted to say a huge thank you and congratulations to all our colleagues for their hard work at New Images Tiles.

Tile, Kitchen & Bathroom Showroom in Weymouth

New Images has been a family-owned and run since 1989, and we’re incredibly proud to have supplied the Dorset area with for over thirty years. From our humble beginnings as ‘the tile shop’ on Abbotsbury Road, New Image has remained one of the best tile suppliers in Dorset, offering timeless products alongside exceptional levels of staff expertise. Over the years, we’ve expanded our offering to include bespoke kitchen, bathroom, bedroom and office furniture. You can create the home of your dreams at New Image.

In addition to the expansion of our products and services, we’ve continued to push forward and embrace new technology and customers’ changing expectations. Most notably, we recently underwent a full rebrand to reflect our customer-dedicated work ethic and our unrivalled offering. We’ve invested heavily in our new website, which allows customers to have the option of browsing products online before purchasing. Our website also gives customers the opportunity to stay up to date with our styling advice and product blogs, useful tiling tips and any other goings-on in-store, such as new products or promotional offers. We also make it our priority to have an active presence on Facebook and Instagram, so that our customers can feel a part of the New Image community whilst also remaining updated with any New Image products, offers or news.

If you’re looking to completely renovate your kitchen or bathroom, or just looking to update a few features, then visit our fantastic showroom in Weymouth to browse our exceptional offering. We understand that interior makeovers can be a stressful experience, and so, we offer a no-obligation design service led by our expert in-house designers. You can either book an appointment with our design team online, or simply pop into our showroom in Weymouth today. We look forward to seeing you soon for all your kitchen and bathroom needs.