Tile Flooring & Backsplash Installation in the Tampa Bay Area

Explore Tile Styles and Materials

Shop Quality Tile Flooring and Backsplashes

Replacing cracked floor tiles, updating an outdated kitchen backsplash, or planning a bathroom renovation? The right tile can make everyday cleaning easier while giving your space a finish that suits your home. At Simple Floors Kitchens & More, we help customers compare tile materials, colors, sizes, and patterns for floors and backsplashes.

Visit our Lutz showroom to explore tile samples, including porcelain, ceramic, and available wood-look and stone-look designs. We provide professional tile flooring and backsplash installation throughout Tampa, Clearwater, Wesley Chapel, Oldsmar, and surrounding Tampa Bay communities. From selecting materials to reviewing your itemized estimate, our team helps you understand your options and plan your project.

Practical Options for Your Home

Discover The Benefits of Tile 

Tile comes in a wide variety of materials, sizes, finishes, and patterns. The best option depends on where it's being installed, how the space is used, and the appearance you want to achieve. Our team can help you compare products suited to your flooring or backsplash project.

• Porcelain Tile: A dense, low-absorption tile available in designs suited to kitchens, bathrooms, entryways, and other high-traffic areas.
• Ceramic Tile: Available in numerous colors, sizes, and finishes, with products designed for wall applications and appropriately rated floor installations.
• Wood-Look Tile: Offers the appearance of hardwood planks with the moisture resistance and cleaning characteristics of tile.
• Large-Format Tile: Creates a more continuous appearance with fewer grout joints, although installation requires careful substrate preparation.
• Stone-Look Tile: Recreates the appearance of marble, travertine, slate, and other natural stone materials without requiring the same care as every natural stone product.
• Kitchen Backsplash Tile: Explore ceramic, porcelain, and other suitable wall tiles in subway, mosaic, and decorative patterns for kitchen backsplash installations.

Everyday Care for Tile Surfaces

How to Clean and Maintain Tile Flooring

Tile floors are relatively easy to maintain, but proper cleaning helps protect the tile finish and keep grout lines looking their best. The right cleaning method depends on the tile material, surface finish, and grout used during installation.

• Sweep or vacuum regularly: Remove dirt, sand, and debris that can scratch certain tile finishes or accumulate in grout joints.
• Use a tile-safe floor cleaner: Mop with a manufacturer-approved cleaning solution. Avoid harsh chemicals or abrasive products that could damage the tile surface.
• Clean grout lines carefully: Use cleaning products appropriate for your grout type to remove buildup and reduce discoloration.
• Wipe up spills promptly: Although many tiles resist moisture, spills can stain some grout and unglazed surfaces if left untreated.
• Check for cracked tiles or deteriorating grout: Address loose tiles, damaged grout, or failed sealant before moisture reaches surrounding materials.
• Follow sealing recommendations: Certain natural stone tiles and grout products may require sealing, while many glazed ceramic and porcelain tiles do not.