Reclaimed floor tiles are a great way to make a statement with your next tile project.
Not only will you feel good about reusing materials that would otherwise be destroyed, but you will be able to find a plethora of tiling options and many will be so unique that your floors will be the topic conversation with your visitors.
What Types of Reclaimed Floor Tiles Are Available
The really good news is that you wil be able to find so many types of reclaimed tiles that your only issue will be picking a favorite.
Reclamation specialist now have stone tiles in every imaginable type, style, size and shape. You will be able to find Slate, quartz, sandstone, glass, spanish, beautiful mosiacs and much more.
Where to Find Reclaimed Floor Tiles
The first place you should look for reclaimed floor tiles is right here, online. Some simple google searches will uncover providers of reclaimed products in your area. Many will ship to your home, or directly to a contractor or laborer who is doing the work for you.
Also you may want to talk to vendors who have already done work for you to see if they have reclaimed options. You will be suprised to find more and more vendors offering reclaimed tiles as part of their product line up.
What to Look for In Reclaimed Floor Tiles
Recycled tile will come from many different sources. THis includes post consumer glass, pre consumer waste and industrial waste products. A lot of the glass comes direct from curbside recyclers, or raw materials left over from manufacturers. All of this material can be combined to creat fabulous reclaimed tile for your home.
So when you are selecting reclaimed tile, look for the same things you would if you were buying “new”. You probably won’t be abel to tell the difference between between reclaimed and any other tile (if you can walk away!). This means go for something that looks to be of good quality, is attractive, fits your budget, and is a style that you like. That is all there is to it.
You have a lot of choices when it comes to reclaimed floor tiles so get out there and look around. Do some comparison shopping, and enjoy knowing that you are making your home look great while being easy on the environment. Enjoy!