Small Entryway Tile Ideas

Featured Image: Themar Venato Gold Matte 12 x 24 Porcelain Tile Wall from Arizona Tile

When you meet someone or go somewhere for the first time, that initial impression is everything. That is why when you are cooking a meal for guests or out to a fancy dinner, presentation is key. The same holds true for your home or business, an initial impression is made right when someone enters. No matter how large or small the entryway to your home or business may be, here we share some tile ideas to make this space wow your guests or customers on their first look.

There are important stylistic and functional properties to consider for your small entryway tile. Whether it be porcelain, marble, or another natural stone; dark, light, or patterned; large or small, you want to ensure your entryway tile is impressionable, beautiful, and durable.

Small Is OK

There may be benefits to having a large entryway, but a small entryway is by no means a drawback. Using this small space to its full potential, through design and detail, it can become the perfect greeting space for any situation.

Creating cute built-ins along the wall; adding hanging hooks for hats, bags, and jackets; decorating with a small entryway table for simple décor and a place to drop your keys; and ample lighting will go a long way in enhancing the functionality. However, if you want to create a feeling of expansiveness, one way to achieve this is by using large-format tile.

Image: Unica Desert 24 x 48 Large-Format Porcelain Entryway Tile from Arizona Tile

Large format tile often comes in many sizes including 18” x 36”, 24” x 24”, 36” x 36” and 24” x 48” and ranges from dark to light. Unica porcelain tile is a great example of how large format tile can enhance your small entryway with an expansive look. With a pleasant appearance that looks like a combination of limestone and marble, Unica is porcelain tile so it’s low maintenance, impeccably durable, and long-lasting. When it comes to basic cleaning, large-format tile has fewer grout lines than smaller tile thus making for less crevasses to collect dirt and debris.

Focal Point

Accent walls and tile designs can make for an eye-catching emphasis in any room as a thoughtful detail to give your guests an inviting preview to the rest of your home or business.

The standard thought for a focal point would be on the wall, and, while this is a popular option, the floor is also an excellent place to highlight. Cementine Posa and Reverie both confidently display your sense of style on the wall or floor. Just like throw rugs are used as accent pieces, either of these tile series could create the same look—the illusion of a rug but much easier to clean and maintain.

While Cementine Posa and Reverie will make stunning patterns on the floor or wall, a wall of 3D tile can make a softer focal point on any vertical space. In the 3D series, there are four multi-dimensional patterns—blade, ribbon, twist, and wave—that would add texture to a small entryway with its elongating, horizontal movement. Pair it alongside another tile wall, like a natural stone mesh mount tile from the Completa Series, to complete the look.

Image: Bianco Carrara Honed Marble Stairs, Bianco Carrara Honed 12 x 24 Marble Floor & Bianco Carrara Custom Marble Mosaic Risers from Arizona Tile

Small But Mighty

Small spaces need not lack glamour, if that’s your desired appeal. Marble has been a beloved natural stone for centuries. Its sheer beauty and elegance historically made for a symbol of wealth and sophistication, and a level of that mystique survives today. Bianco Carrara Honed withholds nothing from what you would expect from a white marble. This marble is a softer stone so plan accordingly with its placement but you will not be disappointed with the appearance it provides.

If you desire a harder, more versatile marble, consider Thassos White and Bardiglio for your walls and flooring installation. Thassos White is a white marble while Bardiglio is dark grey and white. Both looks create an elegant space stunning to anyone entering your home.

Image: Thassos White Polished Marble & Bardiglio Honed Marble Checkerboard Floor from Arizona Tile

Love the look of marble but fear the added maintenance of natural stone? Our Themar Series is for you. With a look of natural stone, including marble, Themar porcelain series is low maintenance, and the potential concerns surrounding natural stone are eliminated. Available in five color variations, five sizes, and two finishes, you’ll be able to create an appearance that suits your aesthetic preferences.

Different Looks

You may envision tile looking solid grey, solid white, or like natural stone, but tile can also look like wood (and it is beautiful!). Depending on your design preference, maybe farmhouse or boho chic, a wood floor may go best with your décor. Though, when it comes to wood vs. tile, porcelain tile is easier to maintain.

Image: Aequa Nix 12 x 48 Wood-Look Porcelain Entryway Tile from Arizona Tile

With that said, you will fall in love with all five color options in the Aequa series. Having the appearance of reclaimed wood, Aequa tile series has the warmth of timeworn material and pairs well with most décor because of its neutral color. Then, when it comes time to pair your tile floor with an accent wall or other tile design, the S-Series will complement perfectly. The S-Series is a versatile collection with classic shapes and colors which are beautiful for many installations.

We Have What You Need

Small entryways can encompass so many tile design elements to make the space stand out, so don’t let the size of your entryway damper your creativity. When you start to plan for your tile needs, stop into any Arizona Tile store to get a sense of the tile you may like the most. Of course, look around on our website to see what products we carry. Learn more about them, find inspiration, and even see what products you like in your home with our tile and slab visualizer. Also, be sure to see what is available at the location near you with our virtual slab yard. As always, if you have any questions, send them our way!