Tile is a great alternative to hardwood or carpet flooring. It has the surface feel of natural stone, it's durable and easily maintained. Sine it's available in such a wide variety of styles, shapes and colors, there are countless ways to make use of tile in your home. Always a bathroom favorite, it's just as suitable in kitchens for its ability to resist spills. 

Tile comes in various materials (stone, ceramic, porcelain) and regular or mismatched sizes so can be arranged in nearly endless patterns to fit your style.