Patio Tile Ideas

Image: Konkrete Bianco 24 x 48 Concrete-Look Porcelain Patio Tile with R11 Anti-Slip Finish from Arizona Tile

Warm weather is all too inviting for quiet time in the sun, entertaining friends, family dinners, and simply for enjoying the out-of-doors. When designing your patio, there are elements to consider differently than an indoor space because of weather variables.  Although your decision will depend on what works best for your preferences and family lifestyle, let’s review some of the best outdoor patio tile ideas.

Love to Lounge

One major reason to love your outdoor patio is that it’s great for lounging. Whether it be in a covered area just feeling the warm breeze or an open space basking in the sun, having this outdoor area will add quality to your life and your home. Both porcelain and ceramic tile offer practical versatility to match any style while adding a touch of elegance and vibrancy—making the transformation of any space truly exceptional.

Image: Anthea Dark Large-Format 24 x 48 Porcelain Patio Tile with R11 Anti-Slip Finish from Arizona Tile

Not only do porcelain and ceramic tile look great, but your leisure time will be enhanced because of the care-free maintenance involved. Standard care to maintain your tile is simply mopping with warm water or a pH balanced cleaner, and thoroughly rinse and dry the surface washing. Aside from this, you can simply sweep the surface to remove loose dirt. All in all, porcelain and ceramic are investments that last a lifetime. They truly are among the most durable flooring surfaces available, are color permanent, abrasion resistant, and are also resistant to being cut, torn, gouged, or punctured.

The Ardesia series is a beautifully crafted tile that is made to look like natural stone, thus enhancing its appeal. Natural stone has an aesthetic to it that is desired by many but does involve a little more maintenance and care than manufactured tile. The Ardesia series not only has the visual look of stone, but its varying colors, from light to dark, will complement any style preference.

Entertaining by the Poolside

If your backyard is graced with a pool, chances are you frequently entertain friends and family. While porcelain and ceramic are still delightful options alongside a pool and throughout the patio area, assuring it is an anti-slip surface is important. Arizona Tile offers R11 Anti-Slip Finish which is a unique finish that roughens the tile surface without changing its appearance. This will make high-traffic areas, especially those exposed to water, safer for your family and guests.

Image: More Wood Noce Wood-Look Porcelain Indoor/Outdoor Tile 8 x 32 (inside) and 8 x 32 with R11 Anti-Slip Finish (outside) from Arizona Tile

The More Wood series has the appearance of wood and provides warmth to any space. Available in four colors and offered with the R11 Anti-Slip Finish, this tile is a beautiful addition to any outdoor area, including a space that runs indoors and outdoors. Having the same tile run through a large area will create a long, flowing appearance. Additionally, incorporating large format porcelain tile visually creates the appearance of a more expansive space.

Not only does large format porcelain tile make a space look larger, but it also minimizes maintenance even further. With large tile, there are fewer grout lines, which means there is less space for dirt and debris to settle. Installation is also a bit easier than small tile as the need for fewer pieces and fewer cuts make for a more straight-forward application. Combine large format porcelain tile with an R11 Anti-Slip Finish, like tile from the Unica series, and your poolside party will be the talk of the town. The Unica series was created using the inspiration of sedimentary stone, like limestone, with the addition of veining found in traditional marble. What it gives you is a stunning porcelain product with a truly unique and admired appearance.

Image: Unica Desert Large-Format 24 x 48 Porcelain Tile with R11 Anti-Slip Finish from Arizona Tile

Cover or Uncover

There are wonderful benefits to both a covered patio and uncovered patio. In both scenarios, an outdoor bar is a fun way to enhance your patio and expand your porcelain tile patio ideas. Pietra Italia is a porcelain tile that emulates limestone. Because of its clean, natural look and versatile design options, Pietra Italia pairs well with accent tile and walkway stepping stones to make an outdoor bar the focal point of your patio.

Image: Pietra Italia Grey Large-Format 24 x 48 Porcelain Patio Tile with R11 Anti-Slip Finish from Arizona Tile

Design Rules

The advantage of designing your own space is that you can create anything per your personal preference and aesthetic, there are no rules with the exception of using the proper material in certain areas—like outdoors vs. indoors, in a wet environment, etc.). Regardless of if it’s a clean, simplistic, modern look (like  Reside)  or a  concrete-look (such as the Konkrete series), putting together all your patio design ideas can lead you down an exciting path with many questions and answers.  Such as what you like and don’t like, what you feel would add value to your daily life and to your home, what is safe and durable for your family, and what is most versatile. To further understand these elements and how to incorporate them into your life, check out some more of our blogs, like How to Maintain Your Outdoor Stone Hardscapes.

Image: More Wood Grigio 8 x 32 Wood-Look Porcelain Front Porch Tile with R11 Anti-Slip Finish from Arizona Tile

When trying to organize your patio tile ideas, or any other design ideas, stop into one of our many locations or slab yards to find the porcelain or ceramic tile that is right for your needs. If you love several options, try our Just Imagine – Tile Visualizer to see how your favorites will look in a variety of room options before committing. If you have questions, please reach out to the helpful and knowledgeable staff at Arizona Tile who will be happy to assist you.