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What are the benefits of choosing tile flooring?

Tile flooring looks beautiful, but its benefits go far beyond appearance. It’s one of the most dependable flooring materials for busy Minnesota homes.

1. Long-lasting durability: Tile flooring is tough. You can drop a pan, drag in winter salt, splash water, or run kids and pets across it day after day. High-quality tile holds up for decades with minimal upkeep.
2. Water and moisture resistance: Bathrooms, kitchens, mudrooms, and entryways all face moisture. Tile handles it with ease. With proper installation and grouting, it resists water, stains, and spills, giving you confidence in the rooms you use most.
3. Easy maintenance: You don’t need fancy cleaners or complicated care routines. Most tile floors need simple sweeping and occasional mopping. That’s it. This makes tile ideal for families who want beautiful flooring without heavy upkeep.
4. Endless design possibilities: Tile is one of the most customizable flooring materials available. You can mix patterns, play with colors, combine shapes, or keep things simple and sleek. You can choose matte, glossy, textured, patterned, or natural. The design flexibility is unmatched.
5. Improves home value: Tile flooring is known for its long lifespan and high performance. Homebuyers appreciate flooring that stays beautiful even after years of use. Installing tile in kitchens, bathrooms, and other key spaces can increase your home’s appeal and value.
6. Works with radiant heat: Minnesota winters can be tough. Tile works seamlessly with underfloor heating systems, adding comfort without compromising durability.

What are the most popular rooms for tile flooring?

Tile adapts to almost any space, which is why it continues to be a favorite for homeowners throughout the Twin Cities area.

• Kitchens: Kitchen floor tile stands up to spills, dropped utensils, and heavy foot traffic. It also looks sleek under kitchen islands and works well with nearly any cabinetry style. Whether you prefer a polished, contemporary look or something warm and traditional, kitchen floor tiles give you options.
• Bathrooms: This is tile’s most iconic space. Bathroom floor tiles handle moisture, humidity, and daily wear. Large-format tiles make bathrooms feel more open, while textured or matte tiles improve safety in wet areas.
• Mudrooms and entryways: Minnesota mudrooms see everything: snow, water, dirt, salt, and heavy boots. Tile flooring handles it all. Choose a darker shade or textured finish for extra grip and easier maintenance.
• Laundry rooms: Moisture from washers and dryers makes tile the practical choice. It resists water, keeps the room cool, and simplifies cleanup.
• Basements: With the right subfloor preparation, tile offers a stable, long-lasting surface in basements. It won’t warp from moisture, and it works well with radiant floor systems.
• Sunrooms: Tile offers thermal stability and won’t fade quickly in sunlight. It’s perfect for indoor-outdoor transition spaces.

Top reasons you'll love working with our tile store

Choosing the right store is just as important as choosing the right tile. At Kitchens By Design, we combine product expertise with hands-on design support and full project services. We partner with you at every level you need.

• Family-owned and operated: We believe your project deserves personal attention. As a family-owned tile shop, we treat every home as if it were our own. Your goals matter, and your satisfaction drives our process.
• High-quality tiles for sale: We source tiles from trusted suppliers known for durability, design variety, and long-term performance. Whether you want porcelain, ceramic, or natural stone, our options meet high standards.
• In-house design consultants: Tile has endless choices, so we guide you through size, layout, and color decisions. Our designers help you visualize the final space and select products that fit your style, budget, and lifestyle.
• Helpful and knowledgeable staff: We know flooring and remodeling inside and out. If you have questions, we answer them clearly and honestly. If you need advice, we offer practical recommendations instead of generic suggestions.
• Licensed tile installation team: The tile installation process matters just as much as the product you choose. Our licensed installers ensure precise cuts, clean lines, and long-lasting results. We handle moisture barriers, subfloors, grout, and the fine details that give your tile a professional finish.
• One-stop shop for remodeling: We provide kitchen and bath design, project management, contractor and subcontractor services, permitting, and complete remodeling support. You can rely on one team to manage everything from the first design meeting to the final walk-through.
• Shop-at-home services: If visiting the showroom doesn’t fit your schedule, we bring the samples directly to you. You can explore tile options in your own lighting and alongside your own cabinetry, countertops, and paint colors.
• Commitment to customer satisfaction: We’re not here to rush you. We’re here to help you make confident decisions. From selection to installation, we stay involved so you feel supported through every phase of your project.