Wood Look Tile
- Wood look tiles
- 215
- Price per sq ft
- $1.59 to $26.09
- Rectified edges
- 177
- Samples
- $4.99
Plank sizes compared
From our 215 wood look tiles. Prices are per sq ft.
| Plank size (in) | Tiles | From | Typical |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8x48 | 55 | $3.99 | $7.65 |
| 6x36 | 40 | $1.59 | $8.85 |
| 10x60 | 23 | $5.95 | $8.75 |
| 10.5x71 | 15 | $5.05 | $13.55 |
| 8x71 | 12 | $5.05 | $10.75 |
| 6x48 | 11 | $6.95 | $10.85 |
| 32x32 | 7 | $11.25 | $12.35 |
| 9x48 | 5 | $3.05 | $3.05 |
How to choose wood look tile
- Plank size. Narrow 6x36 plank tile reads like strip flooring; wider 8x48 and 9x60 planks look like wide-plank hardwood with fewer joints. Nearly every wood-look size is large format tile, since one edge reaches 15 inches or longer, so the subfloor beneath plank tile may wander by 1/8 in per 10 ft run at most, and by 1/16 in per 2 ft. Long planks can carry a slight bow from firing, so stagger each row by no more than a third of the plank length rather than a half-bond.
- Edges and grout. Rectified planks can be set with joints as tight as 1/16 in, so the seams read like the gaps between boards. Pressed planks need 1/8 in or more. Pick grout that matches the mid-tone of the planks, not the lightest streak.
- Variation. Real wood never repeats. Check how many different face patterns a series has, open several boxes and shuffle planks before setting so look-alike planks do not land side by side.
- Tile or another floor. Compared with hardwood, tile that looks like hardwood will not swell, cup or need sanding, but it is harder and cooler underfoot. Compared with luxury vinyl plank, it usually costs more to install and needs a rigid base, yet it resists scratches and can go outdoors when frost-rated.
Budget about 15% extra for a plank floor: long planks fall under the large format allowance and leave offcuts that rarely fit elsewhere. For a chevron-style floor, see herringbone tile; if you want stone instead of grain, compare marble look tile.
Questions
Does wood look tile cost less than real hardwood?
Sometimes - compare installed cost, not just the box price. Wood-look planks here cost $1.59-$26.09 a square foot, but tile also needs thinset, grout, a flat substrate and often more labor than a nailed or floating floor. Over the years it can come out ahead, because it never needs sanding or refinishing and survives water that would ruin hardwood.
Does wood look tile actually look real?
Seen from eye level, a well-made one does. Realism comes from many different face patterns in the series, a matte or textured surface with grain you can feel, rectified edges with 1/16 in joints, and grout that blends into the planks. Planks laid with a 1/3 offset and shuffled from several boxes look far more like boards than a regular brick pattern.
What grout color works with wood tile?
Use grout that matches the mid-tone of the planks or sits one shade darker, so the joints read like the seams between boards. Contrasting grout outlines every plank and makes the floor look like tile. Keep joints narrow: rectified planks allow 1/16 in, while pressed planks need 1/8 in or more. Test the grout on a spare plank before committing.
Can tile that looks like wood go in a bathroom or shower?
Yes - porcelain planks do not swell or rot, which is the main reason people choose them over hardwood in bathrooms. Pick planks rated DCOF 0.42 or better for the bathroom floor. On a shower floor with a center drain, long planks cannot follow the slope toward the drain well, so use a linear drain with a single slope or switch to a matching mosaic for the shower pan.
Wood look tile or luxury vinyl plank?
Choose porcelain where water, heat, pets or outdoor use are the concern, and luxury vinyl where budget, speed and comfort matter more. Porcelain is harder and resists scratches; vinyl is warmer and softer underfoot and can float over many existing floors. Vinyl quality depends on the wear layer: about 12 mil suits bedrooms, while 20 mil or more suits kitchens and rentals.
What sizes does wood look tile come in?
The most common sizes here are 8x48 (55), 6x36 (40), 10x60 (23), 10.5x71 (15), 8x71 (12) and 6x48 (11) inches. Thickness runs from 6.3 to 19.8 mm. Larger formats mean fewer grout lines but need a flatter floor; small formats and mosaics follow curves and shower slopes.
Which finishes are available in wood look tile?
Matte (197), Textured (10), Lappato (7) and Glossy (1). Matte hides water spots and is the usual pick for floors; textured gives extra grip outdoors and in wet areas; glossy brightens small spaces and wipes clean on walls.
Does wood look tile need sealing?
No. The tile itself does not absorb stains, so it never needs sealing. Cement grout lines benefit from a grout sealer; epoxy grout does not.