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20 Gorgeous Kitchen Floor Tile Ideas and Designs You Can Emulate at Home


By Wide Open Eats Staff Writer | January 15, 2018
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When it comes to kitchen design, there is one area that's often under-appreciated: the floor. Sure, an original, beautiful wood floor should never be replaced, but for many of us, the tiles or laminate covering our current kitchens leave much to be desired. Whether you're planning a kitchen renovation soon or simply just hear to browse, we must introduce you to one of our favorite home design Instagram accounts: I Have This Thing With Floors. Exactly what the name implies, it's a feed of the most gorgeous floors, ceramic tile or otherwise, that you've probably ever seen.

Most of the kitchen flooring options out there are featured in light that doesn't do the design any favor, or treat the kitchen floor as an afterthought. I like to peruse this account for inspiration, especially for colorful stone tile designs and vinyl flooring. The kitchen flooring ideas you can find here are some of the most beautiful and inspirational around. Without further ado, here are 20 kitchen flooring ideas from places around the world.

1. Bring the beach home to you.

??? | Hotel Tiki Tiki, Tulum | Regram @andreannu #ihavethisthingwithfloors #blue #tiles #tulum #mexico

A post shared by I Have This Thing With Floors (@ihavethisthingwithfloors) on May 15, 2017 at 12:58pm PDT

The wave pattern of this kitchen floor tile reminds us of a cozy beach cottage kitchen that would pair nicely with terracotta accents and kitchen storage jars.

2. Keep it classically bright.

?? We are in love with the pineapple print on the shoes matching with the happy floor colors ?? #ihavethisthingwithfloors @valentinalapeira

A post shared by I Have This Thing With Floors (@ihavethisthingwithfloors) on Jan 11, 2018 at 10:01am PST

The gold and faded turquoise look of these diamonds bring new meaning to the phrase "tile flooring". For their bursts of color, the natural stone finish seems to come through in a worn, rustic look.

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3. Position your pattern.

Matching matching. Blue and yellow ?? Photo by @iimerve #ihavethisthingwithfloors #amalficoast #italy #blue #yellow

A post shared by I Have This Thing With Floors (@ihavethisthingwithfloors) on Dec 17, 2017 at 10:29am PST

The best kitchen flooring brings a bit of polished personality to beautiful kitchens, and the use of both patterns and solid colors makes this floor incredibly gorgeous.

4. The effects of subtle patterns.

???photo by @lellaaleale #ihavethisthingwithfloors #amalfi #amalficoast

A post shared by I Have This Thing With Floors (@ihavethisthingwithfloors) on Dec 4, 2017 at 10:51am PST

If you're ready for a real space change, consider mixing it up with a full pattern kitchen tile look. Area rugs can be used in the color palette of the tile (or contrasting, if you're feeling bold) to always keep these floor tile designs fresh.

5. Think geometric.

I?ve got the blues. Photo by @thebaeofbengal #ihavethisthingwithfloors #floors #victoria #blues

A post shared by I Have This Thing With Floors (@ihavethisthingwithfloors) on Nov 21, 2017 at 10:35pm PST

This hexagon tile adds interest because it's in a different shape that traditional square tile and because each tile piece is painted with three colors. The effect is minimal, but meaningful. This would look amazing in a small kitchen, or even as a kitchen backsplash.

6. A neutral color palette meets a funky design.

Looks like winter is coming ???? photo by @christinehandoko #fluffyfeet #ihavethisthingwithfloors #snowflakes #tiles

A post shared by I Have This Thing With Floors (@ihavethisthingwithfloors) on Nov 14, 2017 at 4:07am PST

This eye-catching design that would be found in a modern kitchen works because the tiles abide by the same color palette. The gray and blue tones look stunning in natural light, and the detail of using three different style tiles could work in a traditional kitchen or even galley kitchens.

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7. Go bold and big. 

??? Your shoe lace! ? Photo by @deetags24 #ihavethisthingwithfloors #floors #shoelace #sneakers #flowers

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On the contrary, by going with a full ceramic tile floor, you can easily get creative with the design on top. So much more interesting that laminate flooring, the tile patterns you can create mean you're putting a special touch on your kitchen for years to come.

8. Consider the border.

So pretty ??#ihavethisthingwithfloors #blue #tiles by @laprovvidenza_

A post shared by I Have This Thing With Floors (@ihavethisthingwithfloors) on Oct 7, 2017 at 9:17am PDT

If going for a full color across your floor is too daunting, consider picking up tile that uses white space with a decorative border. Still more interesting that laminate hardwood flooring, this minimalist look would pair well in a kitchen that has real wood cabinets or distressed versions.

9. Zig zag your way to a color palette.

Zigzag on point ???#ihavethisthingwithfloors #zigzag #marble by @juutlenders #amsterdam ??

A post shared by I Have This Thing With Floors (@ihavethisthingwithfloors) on Sep 20, 2017 at 12:31pm PDT

If color is what you want, consider this zigzag pattern. You could easily use neutral colors in tans and greys, or you could build it around the colors of accessories already in your kitchen. We're still dreaming about the new lavender Le Creuset sets, honestly.

10. Maximalists unite!

???? #ihavethisthingwithfloors by @singaporegypsy

A post shared by I Have This Thing With Floors (@ihavethisthingwithfloors) on Aug 28, 2017 at 1:52pm PDT

Another option to keep you from pure wood look tile is to grab patterned tile and build a floor yourself. If you are going for wood tile, consider adding a few pops of color and print into the design with a few expertly-placed tiles. I've seen this look in a kitchen full of stainless steel appliances before and it was a breath of fresh air against the stern metal.

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11. The faux brick look.

Orange is the new black. ? Photo by @hellobumi #ihavethisthingwithfloors #hongkongstreet #singapore #orange #orangeisthenewblack

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If you want to keep some natural elements in your design, consider using patterned porcelain tile in earthy or neutral colors. The orange of this appears brick-like on first glance, making it right at home in the hearth of the home.

12. Neutral is always a good choice.

Geometric flooring. Repost from @amticoflooring. #ihavethisthingwithfloors #amtico #london #luxuryvinyltiles

A post shared by I Have This Thing With Floors (@ihavethisthingwithfloors) on Jul 11, 2017 at 4:16am PDT

If the overwhelming pops of color are too much for your kitchen, there's nothing wrong with playing around with geometric patterns in neutral colors, like slate tile. These tiles are placed in an interesting pattern, but surely you could create your own at home.

13. Mod still rules the kitchen.

Goodmorning! Have a lovely Monday ?Regram @chlozet #ihavethisthingwithfloors #blue #tiles #monday

A post shared by I Have This Thing With Floors (@ihavethisthingwithfloors) on Jun 18, 2017 at 10:41pm PDT

Perfect for wall tiles or kitchen flooring alike, geometric mid-century modern patterns are still popular among today's influential design crowd, notably led by Chip and Joanna Gaines. Found in a ceramic floor tile or even in a laminate, subtle patterns are good middle-ground.

14. Simple doesn't mean understated. 

Blue love ? | Marina di Modica, Sicilië | Regram @unamarinella #ihavethisthingwithfloors #blue #tiles #sicilie #allstars

A post shared by I Have This Thing With Floors (@ihavethisthingwithfloors) on Jun 5, 2017 at 1:03am PDT

This unique blue tile would make anyone moving through the high-traffic areas of your home stop in awe. The simple blue pattern is so much more interesting than concrete flooring, while the white background still keeps this floor subdued.

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15. Mismatched in the same shades. 

Pretty Cuban floor ??? | @mariterrio #ihavethisthingwithfloors #havana #cuba #tiles #floors

A post shared by I Have This Thing With Floors (@ihavethisthingwithfloors) on May 17, 2017 at 11:06pm PDT

Pulling off a mismatched tile floor isn't too difficult as long as you stick to the color palette rule: choose shades in the same type of color shade (pastel, opaque, or bold, for example). A cohesive look will start to form once you find the right tiles to place together.

16. Tiny tile is still in. 

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Call us vintage or call us crazy, but there's something so striking about the color palette use in this miniature tile floor.

17. Contrasting shades are effortless.

Gelato Secrets ??? photo @milouneelen #ihavethisthingwithfloors

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For a flooring look that looks like it took way  more time to install, consider using pops of contrasting colors to make the floor unique. This pink palette is accentuated by tiles of army green that bring an earthiness to the design.

18. Build your own pattern. 

Love the colours! Regram @femkepoort #ihavethisthingwithfloors #spring #pastels #valencia

A post shared by I Have This Thing With Floors (@ihavethisthingwithfloors) on Apr 18, 2017 at 10:34pm PDT

If you're feeling adventurous, you could even build your own pattern using smaller geometric hexagons in different shades. It's best to map out for your plan of attack before starting this kind of DIY so you can create a cohesive look for your own home.

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19. Classic tile patterns get a facelift.

????Regram @thehmstravels #ihavethisthingwithfloors

A post shared by I Have This Thing With Floors (@ihavethisthingwithfloors) on Mar 8, 2017 at 10:26pm PST

Look closely at this floor and you'll notice that the color palette is cohesive, but the design of larger squares is, too. This keeps the traditional kitchen floor concept front and center with diamond tiles, but brings new life with a fresh pop of color.

20. Add a message.

Hi everyone! Have a nice evening!! ?? photo @babybluecamper #ihavethisthingwithfloors

A post shared by I Have This Thing With Floors (@ihavethisthingwithfloors) on Nov 30, 2016 at 10:21am PST

Resale value aside, consider building in your own message. We've seen designs on the account feature the name of the city, the word Coffee, and even various forms of hello. It might not be someone's style, but it's the kind of custom feature that makes everyone remember your home.

W E E K E N D ??? #ihavethisthingwithfloors by @shopceliaco

A post shared by I Have This Thing With Floors (@ihavethisthingwithfloors) on Jan 12, 2018 at 8:53am PST

To check out more photos for inspiration, head on over to I Have This Thing With Floor's Instagram account. Because they post daily, there's always a new floor (and 1,453 to scroll through).

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