You should know that six sided tiles should be number one on your list in your quest to remodel your home to its original splendor. This  is one of the most charming of updates that can be done in a home.  They give your home the true look of yesteryear. You may think that there is only one type of hex tile, but that just isn't the case any more. We have so many different types that you may want to put on your reading glasses and do a bit of homework on the subject. The octagon and dot variety has the dots in a few different colors, white matte, gray and black gloss. 

Some are machine made, while some are made by individually by artisans. And you must be sure not to forget that the subway tiles are an absolute must to complement to these beauties. Subway ceramic pieces are fantastic on a wall or backsplash in the kitchen and bathroom. Not just for a subway anymore, that's for certain. 

Some are glazed and some are not glazed. Some are appropriate for a bathroom or kitchen floor, but some you should not put on the floor of a shower. Rectified tiles are tiles that are completely flat on the surface. These are very appropriate and are very historically accurate when restoring one's home. Many times you will see these in an old home. Many of them also have a little bit of a pillow on the surface of them and these are appropriate and were widely used also. So as you can see, we have many different styles of tiles that you can choose from. Some are glazed and some are unglazed porcelain. Please talk with your contractor as to which is the type that is suitable for your situation. Enjoy the perusing these pages and find the perfect look for your home!