Tile can be used on floors or walls; as the main material, or as an accent. Tile can be simple and neutral, blending in with the rest of the room, or be bold in its color, texture, or pattern, commanding attention.
Choosing the right tile for your project is a big decision; it’s a significant investment and an involved process – you’ll want your tile to last for many years.
If you’re planning a Seattle kitchen or bathroom remodel, you’ll likely need to source some tile for your project. Since these tiles will be in your home for a long time, they should be high quality and have a timeless style.
Where can you source such materials, for a fair price? If you’re not well-versed in the industry, it can be hard to tell.
From our years of remodeling in the Seattle metro area, we’ve compiled a list of tile suppliers we love, and we’re not keeping them a secret! Learn about each supplier below, and contact us if you’d like to partner with experts that can remodel your home while keeping you empowered, educated, and in control.
The best places to buy tile in Seattle
Ann Sacks (South Lake Union)
Address: 2201 Westlake Ave, Seattle, WA 98121
The Ann Sacks brand began in our sister Pacific Northwest city, Portland, Oregon, in 1980. It has since grown to run 21 showrooms across North America and become part of the Kohler family of brands. Their wide portfolio focuses on fine natural materials and creating timeless sophistication.
Bedrosians (Greater Duwamish)
Address: 5930 6th Ave S, Seattle, WA 98108
Since Bedrosians first opened its doors in 1948 in Central California, it has grown to over 40 branches and become one of the largest independent porcelain tile and stone importers in the US. They are committed to offering trend-setting tile and stone of superior quality at competitive pricing. Despite its size, the company maintains small company-style customer service.
Daltile (Greater Duwamish)
Address: 540 S Front St, Seattle, WA 98108
Founded just one year prior in Dallas, Texas, Dal-Tile began offering ceramic tile in 1948 and has since expanded tremendously in its offerings to include porcelain and natural stone products. Proudly made in the USA, 1 out of every 3 tiles sold in America is a Dal-Tile. Fashion-forward design and exceptional quality are top priorities for the company.
Emser Tile (Tukwila)
Address: 18401 Cascade Ave S, Tukwila, WA 98188
Emser was founded in Los Angeles, California, in 1968 and over the past fifty years has grown to be one of the largest tile manufacturers in the US, with showrooms spanning 15 states and inventory in many big box home stores. The company’s high tech manufacturing processes allow Emser to produce stylish tiles at a fraction of the cost.
Arizona Tile (Tukwila)
Address: 11060 Tukwila International Blvd, Seattle, WA 98168
After a successful career in football (including a Heisman Trophy), in 1977 John Huarte decided to switch gears and found Arizona Tile, opening the first location in San Diego, California. With a wide range of materials and design styles, Arizona Tile’s wide selection is likely to have tiles that appeal to your style and budget.
Seattle Tile & Design (Greater Duwamish)
Address: 5600 6th Ave S, Seattle, WA 98108
If you want to view tiles from multiple suppliers at one location, Seattle Tile and Design is the go-to place. Their showroom offers a curate selection of premium tiles, with a selection that caters to many styles and budgets. Browse products from American Olean, Z Tile, and more.
The best places to buy tile online
If you’re open to shopping online, we couldn’t put together this list without including these favorites. Easily order samples to your home to test if a tile you love online will work in your physical space.
Tilebar (Online)
Tilebar’s curated collection of porcelain, ceramic, glass, stone, terrazzo, handmade, concrete- and wood-look tiles offers virtually endless options. Boasting exclusive collaborations with talented designers, Tilebar’s unique inventory is worth exploring – especially with their optimized fulfillment operations.
Clé Tile (Online)
If you’re looking for artisanal, look no further than Clé Tile. In 2009, Deborah Osburn started the blog “Tile Envy” to chronicle tile she admired from far flung corners of the world. It turns out, many others admired them, too. She launched Clé by selling online and shipping out pallets from her garage in northern California.
Today, Clé Tile offers tile from natural materials of all kinds: stone, brick, metal, ceramic, terracotta, and zellige. Everything is designed and produced with historic reverence; the company’s aim is to create and curate heritage pieces that will stand the test of time.
We can do more than help pick your tile
With so many tile varieties available to view in person and online, it can feel dizzying to narrow down your options. Innovative Home Renovations has an in-house interior designer that will help you cut through the noise and help you find your perfect match.
That’s not all – Innovative Home Renovations is a design-build firm that will partner with you for every step of your remodeling project – from determining your project priorities to putting on the finishing decorative touches to your newly transformed space.
Stay empowered, educated, and in control of your remodeling project, always. Contact a project manager to get started.
by Haley Carroll