Beautiful, tactile natural stone. There’s no mistaking its earthy look, textured feel and natural mineral charm. Or is there? With advances in technology, it’s getting harder to tell the difference between the latest porcelain ‘stone-effect’ tiles and those produced from natural stone, according to the UK’s leading luxury tile specialist Quorn Stone.
Whilst there’s no denying natural stone offers beauty, practicality and longevity - a classic tile choice that will endure and last through the years. But today’s man-made porcelain tiles not only look but feel like real stone; and they are proving increasingly popular with home owners. Because not only do they look the same and have textured surfaces and imperfections incorporated into the designs to make them look ‘real’, stone-effect tiles are often more affordable than natural stone like limestone and are also more durable, making them an ideal choice for busy, high traffic areas within our homes.
Says Isabel Fernandez, Director, Quorn Stone:
“Natural stone tiles are incredibly aspirational and often seen as a home investment due to their durability and natural charm. They really are a beautiful addition to any home. But now, thanks to technological improvements, we can work with porcelain to mimic the edging of rustic natural stone and the veining and textural elements of the surface, making them as tactile as stone. Porcelain tiles also tend to be more durable and require little maintenance, making them appealing for both indoors and out.”
Quorn Stone’s stone effect porcelain tiles have been designed to incorporate realistic textures, slight colour variations just as you’d get with natural stone, and even tumbled corners which make them look truly authentic. Says Isabel:
“The untrained eye would struggle to tell the difference between the two!”
NEW Bayonne Light Rustique Stone Effect Porcelain – from £51.99m2
The Bayonne Light Rustique offers a stone effect porcelain with a rustic tumbled appearance and rich variation. This characterful porcelain has unique warmth and charm, replicating the look of authentic French limestone, lending itself beautifully to heritage and traditional properties for the ultimate country kitchen flagstone floor. Also available as matching outdoor paving and in a brick tile format.
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