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Get Spooky With Our Favorite Tiles to Amplify Your Halloween Decor

Hello, ghosts and ghouls; our favorite time of year is almost upon us! That’s right; it’s time to dust off your brooms, fire up your cauldrons, and string up your cobwebs for Halloween. And nothing will up the spook factor of your decorations like the perfect backdrop for your decorations.    View this post on […]

It’s Cozy Season: Crush on These Fab Fireplace Tile Ideas

‘Tis the season for NFL, PSL (pumpkin spice lattes, of course), and getting that fireplace ready for prime time. Name something better than the crackling sound of a fire to instantly deliver warm and cuddly vibes. But is your hearth ready for the cozy big leagues? If your fireplace design leaves you cold, crush on […]

4 Ways to Harness the Lavish Look of Tile

We’re always looking for interior design tips for wealthy, luxurious interiors that can purposefully incorporate tile. Some of our favorites lately showcase just how versatile tile can be when it comes to creating a lavish look. Overflowing with Style Sometimes, abundance is one of the easiest ways to achieve a lavish design. Rather than having […]

This Bathroom Transformation Used Groovy Terracotta to Create a Warm Glow

At Riad Tile, we love highlighting the creative ways our customers incorporate our products into their homes. This month, we’re shining the spotlight on a customer who combined our Groovy Terracotta ceramic tile and Natural White Zelige to create a unique mid-century-inspired bathroom remodel.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by […]

3 Design Tips to Help You Pair Tile with Your Room’s Décor

Tile isn’t just a functional part of your space — it also greatly influences the design feel. Finding the perfect match can be challenging when you’re trying to pair tile with other choices (like that piece of furniture you’ve been eyeing for years). Fortunately, the most inspirational designs don’t just come from rooms where everything […]

The Simplicity and Strength of Tile Floors: 5 of Our Favorites

Tile flooring is one of the material’s most classic applications. With so many different patterns, textures, and finishes available these days, choosing the best tile floor for a space can be a process. Fortunately, that process is also filled with plenty of inspiration from designers who know that tile floors can transform a room entirely […]

Our Pink-Hued Blush Zellige Tile Adds a Pop of Color to Your Home

Blush pink is an underrated color to play up in the home. It’s soft and warm in the summer, like the day’s heat. But in the fall, it seems dustier than usual, not unlike the colorful leaves outside, slowly losing their colors by the end of the season. Come Valentine’s Day, pink keeps you warm […]

5 Tips for Adding Pattern and Flair to Your Space with Tile

Installing tile injects a wow factor into your design scheme and is an easy way to add pattern and excitement to any space. Be sure to think beyond the kitchen and bathroom, too. There are many unique ways to use tile to accentuate an area and create a focal point. If you’re ready to get […]

It’s a Barbie World: 4 Ideas for a Barbie Dream House Interior

It’s been the summer of Barbie, and life in plastic has suddenly become very, very fantastic. A box office darling, the Margot Robbie-led Barbie flick has stirred up unprecedented pink mania for Mattel’s doll that initially made her big debut in 1959 — not that she looks a day over 19.  Every brand from Béis […]

Bring Your Personality to Life with Colorful Tiles

When it comes to decorating your home, there are countless ways to add a personal touch and showcase your unique personality. One way to do this is through colorful tiles. With so many colors and patterns, you can create a one-of-a-kind look that reflects who you are and what you love. This article explores how […]

Dark and Light: Using Contrasting Colors to Make a Room Pop

Rooms aren’t just for living in — they’re for showing off your personal style! Experimenting with different combinations of tile, flooring, and fixtures is one of our favorite ways to find the perfect balance of functionality and personality. Designing with a mix of contrasting tones, lights, and darks is one trend that keeps popping up […]

4 Beautiful Ways Tile Elevated Outdoor Spaces

We most often see tile on bathroom floors and kitchen backsplashes in a home. But some of our favorite ways to use tile are in outside spaces, too! From patios to pools, outdoor tile makes a statement in any backyard.  Zellige tile is a perfect, durable option for the outdoors. The hand-crafted Moroccan tiles vary […]

Shower Secrets: How to Luxe Up Your Walk-In With Tile

While those glorious soaking tubs often steal the show when setting the spa-inspired scene in a bathroom, vertical baths — a.k.a. showers — can be just as luxurious and leisurely. Showers can run the gamut in aesthetics and costs, but you don’t have to break the bank to level up to a luxe space. Zellige […]

Tile Projects That Will Inspire Your Summer Renovations

Summer is the perfect time to reimagine your home and start a reno project that’ll make the winter months cozier and more enjoyable. And what better way to transform your space than with the timeless beauty of tile? Whether you’re looking to revamp your kitchen backsplash, create a bold and bright accent wall, or refresh […]

How Julia Arceri Used Our Snow Zellige in a Chic Kitchen Transformation

Interior designer Julia Arceri has transformed nearly every room in her home. She consistently assigns herself renovation and organization projects that give her house’s living room, dining room, and bedrooms an air of moodiness with European design elements.  Julia’s kitchen didn’t fit the theme. The white cabinets with small gray and white backsplash tiles brightened […]

How to Mix and Match Tiles to Create Stunning Interior Spaces

With so many different tile materials, shapes, sizes, patterns, and colors available, the décor options are endless. But is it okay to use different kinds of tile like cement tile, ceramic tile, and Zellige tile throughout your home? How about in the same room? The short answer is, yes.   View this post on Instagram […]

Practical, Pretty, and Playful: Using Tile as Wedding Décor

We all have ideas for using tile in our upcoming home renovations, but we’re always looking for innovative ways to highlight tile’s versatility. The new wedding décor trend featuring tile as a centerpiece, backdrop, and even keepsake excites us for the possibilities. Add Personality to Your Table Décor Unique table décor is an integral part […]

5 Tile Design Tricks to Apply the Wes Anderson Filter at Home

Welcome to the wild, wild Wes. The recent premiere of Asteroid Landing, director Wes Anderson’s latest jewel in his cinematic crown, has us obsessing anew over his distinctive aesthetic that is nothing short of a total vibe. Rich and fanciful, the Wes-iverse is always color-saturated and delightfully symmetrical, with razor-sharp attention to detail. And Asteroid […]

DIY Guide to Laying Ceramic Tile

Riad Tile’s ceramic tile is popular because it’s versatile, durable, and handmade, and there are many eye-catching colors, styles, and patterns to choose from. Hiring a licensed pro to install your tile floor saves you physical work and time. But if you’re up for the task, you might wonder, can I install my own ceramic […]

Renovation Spotlight: How Natural White Zellige Spiced Up Chrissy M’s Kitchen

Using tile in the kitchen is a popular choice, but it’s not every day that we see innovative installations. Designer and home décor inspiration Chrissy Melin recently revealed her kitchen renovation on Instagram, and we couldn’t be more in love.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Christine Melin | Design […]

How Tile Transforms Your Archways into Stunning Focal Points

Archways have long been recognized as a beautiful architectural element that adds elegance and character to any space. Their graceful curves and flowing lines create a sense of grandeur and intrigue, seamlessly connecting one area of a home to another. However, while archways possess inherent beauty, they often lack the tactile and visual interest to […]

Terrazzo Takes Center Stage: Discover the Modern Revival of a Classic Material

When it comes to flooring, there are plenty of options to choose from. But one material that’s making a comeback is Terrazzo, a centuries-old material with more than 500 years of history. Durable, low-maintenance, and beautiful Terrazzo is gaining popularity among architects and designers alike. Derived from the Italian word “terrazzo,” Terrazzo is a type […]

Should You Grout Zellige Tile? Everything You Need to Know

If you’re installing Zellige tile, you probably love its rustic Old-World charm. To achieve its timeless look, artisans handcraft each Moroccan tile one at a time — so no two tiles are ever the same. The painstaking creative process produces slight color and size variations, along with small pits, cracks, and uneven edges that give […]

Taking Tile Inspiration from Morrissey Home’s Bathroom Designs

We love working with local clients who share a passion for designing spaces that spark joy. Shayne Morrissey, the founder of Morrissey Home, is a standout among Texas designers. He started Morrissey Home in 2015 to bring exceptional living spaces to the Dallas area and has been impressing clients and journalists ever since. We’re always […]

Plan Your Summer Escape to The Cabin Collection’s Idyll House

The idea of time out in the woods, away from everyday life’s hectic pace, is immensely appealing as soon as the weather turns warm. Unfortunately, indoor plumbing is also quite attractive, so typical camping may be a stretch. Enter: Glamping. Glamping in Oklahoma is one of the best summer vacation ideas to add to your […]

Shelves and Tile: Ideas for This Tried-and-True Combination

There are many places to put your belongings in your home. But if you’re a collector or have aesthetically pleasing keepsakes, you probably want to show them off rather than hide them away in storage. That’s where shelves come in! Shelves are perfect for any room, whether they hold books and knick-knacks in a common […]

These Marble Tile Designs Bring Summer Inside

Tile choices can reflect a mood, a theme or a season. These bright, colorful uses of our marble tile all reflect the vibrant energy of summer and make it easier to spend those lazy summer days inside. Whimsical Patterns for a Fresh Feel Summer is the time for adventures, vacations and relaxing in a beautiful […]

Mudroom Makeovers: Adding a Dash of Style with Tile

Mudrooms have traditionally been functional spaces reserved for messy children and laundry rather than shown off to guests. Mudroom tiles must be practical, but that doesn’t mean they can’t be beautiful. Many recent design upgrades are turning mudrooms into impressive spaces, and the tile just happens to take center stage in many of the best […]

Color Scheme Ideas for White Zellige Tile

Installing new tiles can be a stressful decision when there are so many shapes, styles and colors to choose from. If you’re overwhelmed by the sheer number of options, try pairing classic, white Zellige tile with any number of other colors in a room. Our authentic Zellige tile is sourced from the Fez region of […]

4 Stunning Shower Tile Looks to Spark Your Creativity

When we think about some of our favorite tile upgrades in home projects, shower tile installations always pop to the top of the list. Tile in a small space requires it to meet both functional and aesthetic goals, so shower tile has a significant role in making a bathroom remodel shine. Some of the best […]

Bring Retro Charm Into Your Space with Our Sea Green Zellige Tile

If you want to add retro charm to your home or outdoor space, look no further than Riad’s Sea Green Zellige tile. This unique tile option is perfect for adding a touch of nostalgia and vintage flair to your home renovation project. Let’s look closer at how you can integrate Sea Green Zellige tile and […]

Durable Tiles That Make a Striking Design Statement

Spaces like the mudroom, patio, kitchen, and bathroom endure a lot of traffic and are also exposed to moisture. Using durable tile that holds up well long-term is an excellent choice for these areas. If you’re looking for tile durability that also makes a striking design statement, Riad Tile offers several options. Consider these popular, […]

How One Design Pro Transformed a Tiny Bathroom with Zellige

Transforming a worn-out space comes with its challenges, but that’s nothing that real estate investment firm @flip_socal can’t handle. With dozens of projects under her belt, Amanda Steinwand knows that quality materials and an eye for detail can make all the difference.  We love her recent bathroom transformation that shows how a small, dated space […]

Transform Your Space with Unique and Vibrant Hand-Painted Ceramic Tiles

Home decor is an ever-evolving world, with new trends constantly popping up — and hand-painted artisan tiles are a timeless choice, always in style. These tiles can add a unique touch to any space, making them an excellent option for anyone looking to spruce up their kitchen, bathroom or outdoor patio. Below, we take a […]

Bold on a Budget: Riad Tiles for $10 or Less

One of the many incredible things about tile is its versatility. From floors to walls, tables, and countertops, you can transform any surface and space with tile. You can also create a high-impact effect that looks lavish but easily accessible with cheap tile options.  So many of our most beloved, statement-making tile designs ring in […]

Get Your Color On with These Trendy Summer Tiles

Summer is here, which means days last longer, and hectic schedules often slow down. Installing colorful tiles is one way to celebrate the warm, sunny weather and brighten indoor and outdoor spaces. Riad Tile offers a wide array of tile colors to suit multiple applications. Check out these stunning summer tile selections for fun color […]

3 Ways Tile Added Life to the Fireplace

Many designers and homeowners want to upgrade their fireplaces, but choosing a style can be daunting. This home feature is often the center of your living room, visible from across the house, so design decisions make a significant impact. Whether starting with brick, tile, cement or even wood paneling, a fireplace tile upgrade is the […]

Our Zellige and Terracotta Tile Shine in This Tiny Home Gem

Turning shipping containers into tiny homes, retreats and office spaces is a trend that’s likely here to stay. With a small footprint, the construction and design costs are much lower than a traditional house, and the portability means you can choose the perfect location for your project’s final home. The creative minds at @thetxcollective have […]

‘Queer Eye’ Team Does a Life-Changing Home Makeover Featuring Riad Tile

Riad’s Nero Marquina Marble tile looks spectacular in a life-changing makeover on Queer Eye Season 7’s “Speedy for Life” episode, which aired May 12 on Netflix. In the inspirational installment, the Fab 5 helped 20-year-old TikTok user @speedy4prezident regain independence after a tragic car accident in 2020 left him paralyzed from the chest down. True […]

Tackle Your Tile Planning with This Guide

Getting that first seed of inspiration for a home renovation project is fun and exciting. If you know you want to use tile, that’s one big decision down — and you’re not alone in your choice. Tile is popular for a room refresh because the endless combinations of textures, colors and patterns can fully transform […]

Pros and Cons of Painting Tile: Here’s What to Know

If your bathroom or kitchen tile looks outdated or dingy, painting it is an economical refresh option. Painting over tiles you already have is less work than ripping them out and installing new tiles. The question is, can you paint tile? If yes, how much work is involved? Before you try, here’s everything you need […]

Kitchen Upgrades Showcasing Stunning Zellige Tile Designs

If you love to cook, odds are you spend a lot of time in the kitchen. Between breakfast, lunch and dinner, kitchens can quickly become spaces for people to create recipes and sustain themselves with good food.  But the kitchen has much more purpose than its implicit function of feeding a household. For example, people […]

Creative Uses of Casablanca Carrara Marble that Blend Luxury with Warmth

Some materials top the list year after year for home renovations, and Carrara marble is consistently one of the most popular for countertops, tile, and more. While a large marble slab is undoubtedly stunning, the versatility of marble tile means you can incorporate many different shapes, patterns and finishes in your home.  We love seeing […]

Musician Brodie Jenkins Used Natural White Zellige to Create a Heavenly Arched Shower

Brodie Jenkins is a musician based out of Berkeley, California, who shares her love of design and her home renovation journey on Instagram at @enchantedberkeley. And “enchanting” is just the word to describe her French Norman-style home, which is full of natural light and elegant yet rustic touches.    View this post on Instagram   […]

Hot Summer Tile Trends to Help Your Space Sizzle

Warm, sunny weather inspires creativity, and designers and DIYers can’t wait to explore summer tile trends to transform a space. From the laundry room to the master bath to the kitchen and beyond, the best summer tiles will brighten up your home. To stay in step with tile trends 2023, use mosaics, hexagons, Terrazzo, and […]

Riad Co-Owner Dives into Zellige’s Timeless Appeal in Southern Living

Zellige tile has a timeless look and trendy appeal that will likely stick around for a long time.  Zellige’s tile’s stylish staying power was the primary topic of discussion in a recent Southern Living article featuring Riad Tile co-owner and Gilded Heights interior designer Aubrey Butcher. “I really don’t see it as material going away […]

9 Bathroom Tile Renovations Inspiring Us This Spring

If you’re considering an upcoming bathroom renovation, there’s an excellent chance bathroom tile will factor into your plans.  Tile is among the most functional and durable surface materials in interior design. Given the amount of water and wear our bathrooms endure, it’s worth choosing the highest possible quality tile you can.  In addition to being […]

Get Inspired by These Checkerboard Floor Standouts

Classics always make a comeback, and checkerboard floors are enjoying some time back in the spotlight. This design style has been a popular choice off and on since Egyptian elites chose the pattern for their floors — and with good reason!  The checkerboard pattern is versatile in its color, placement, size, and ability to seamlessly […]

Inside Tips for Installing Zellige Tile

Design trends constantly change. So, how do you keep up with current styles and create a timeless look? Zellige tile is a popular classic décor choice. Artisans make each of Riad Tile’s glazed terracotta Moroccan tiles by hand, one at a time. That means no two tiles are ever the same. Each unique finished product […]

Customer Spotlight: Black Zellige Tile Was the Secret Weapon for This Kitchen Upgrade

Recently, we were thrilled to see the kitchen transformation that our repeat customers Chayce and Hannah of Home Design with Chayce and Hannah posted on their Instagram. Their stunning new minimalist-chic kitchen features Riad Tile’s glazed Black Zellige along the backsplash and other surface upgrades across the rest of the room.    View this post […]

What to Expect from Riad Tile’s Delivery Process

Riad Tile’s exceptional tile delivery process allows you to track your delivery date, ensure your tiles aren’t damaged, and enjoy our customer-friendly staff to support you along the way!  To ensure your order arrives as smoothly as possible, read on to learn what you can expect with our curbside delivery process. Tile Delivery Methods Once […]

A Complete Guide to Picking Your New Bathroom Tile

Choosing tile for your bathroom renovation is exciting, but all those options might make it feel overwhelming. How do you know what tile color, size, material and pattern is right for your space? Don’t stress! This guide explains how to pick out your new bathroom tile with renovation examples featuring some popular tiles. Set a […]

Add a Touch of Soft Glam to Your Bathroom With Our New Calacatta Gold Tile

Your bathroom should be an oasis in your own home — a peaceful, functional and beautiful space where you can rest, relax and prepare for the day (or night) ahead.  One of our favorite tiles to use in the bathroom is also one of our newest products: Calacatta Gold. Read on to learn more about […]

3 Unique Twists on Tile to Transform Utility Rooms

Laundry rooms and mudrooms are the ultimate utility players in a home, meaning they sometimes don’t get the kind of design attention that’s typically showered on spaces like kitchens, baths, and bedrooms. But that doesn’t mean that these rooms have to be the afterthought. Function AND form can come together in these spaces, and tile […]

Dramatic to Serene: 10 of Our Favorite Uses of White Tiles

There’s a reason white tile is eternally in style. It creates a blank slate against which you can create anything from a colorful maximalist escape to the bright, all-white monochrome look that works so well in modern bathrooms and kitchens.  White tile—whether it’s cement tile, Zellige tile, Casablanca Carrara or handmade tile—is also highly versatile. […]

How Tiles Can Add Focus and Style to Your Room

Updating your home is a labor of love. So many design choices influence how a space feels for you and your guests, so it’s essential to consider all the details.  Tile is an exceptionally versatile element since it comes in an astonishing assortment of colors, patterns, finishes and sizes. Rather than just using tile to […]

Customer Spotlight: Our Terrazzo Terra Tiles Create a Chic Laundry Room

Build TX Solutions is a design, remodeling and construction company owned and operated by women. The company’s interior designer Alejandra Mora uses a wide array of Riad tiles. She especially loves Terrazzo Terra 12″x12″ tiles for laundry rooms! Terrazzo Terra Tiles  Terrazzo tiles are made from cement, crafted by specialists in encaustic cement tile, and […]

4 Colorful Ways Customers Used Zellige Tile to Amp Up Their Interior

If you’re searching for an eye-catching yet elegant tile choice for your next project, you can’t go wrong with Moroccan Zellige tiles. These hand-poured, hand-glazed tiles use authentic natural clay from Fez, Morocco, harvested and fired at a low temperature to create its signature cracked, pitted surface and color variation.  Because Zellige tile’s traditionally irregular […]

How to Keep Tile Floors Clean and Shiny

Tile floors add beauty and elegance to your home. Cleaning and maintaining them regularly helps keep them looking their best. Different countertops require different kinds of cleaners, and each type of tile requires different cleaning methods. Follow these tips to keep the tile floors throughout your house clean and shiny. Vacuum or Sweep Loose Dirt […]

Our New Checkerboard Tiles Can Truly Elevate Your Space

Checkerboard tile has a long history and remains a popular trend for upscale designs. First seen in paintings from Ancient Egypt, then a famous symbol for the Masons, checkerboard flooring became popular in the United States in the 1950s as a frequently used pattern for diner floors. Today, designers use checkerboard patterns to make a […]

Explore the History of Mosaic Tile Art

Mosaic tile art is nearly as old as society itself.  In Mesopotamia, considered the birthplace of civilization, artists who lived 3,500 years ago realized the potential of creating artistic and decorative mosaics out of stone, shell and ivory. Throughout the Roman Empire, floor mosaics depicting Roman mythology and everyday life could be found in private […]

Customer Spotlight: Katie Produces an Inviting Bathroom with Our Casablanca and Penny Round Tiles

Katie Bowling is an interior designer and mom of three who works with her husband to renovate old homes. Their 1920s Cape Charles, Virginia beach cottage is a 325-square-foot tiny home, so every room matters.    View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Katie Bowling | home design + DIY (@katiebowlinghome) They […]

Why Better Homes and Gardens Loves Our Zellige Tile

In a world where it’s easy to get a high-tech, factory-perfect look, there’s a reason why handcrafted design elements are experiencing a resurgence.  Riad Tile’s co-founder, Aubrey Butcher, recently spoke with Better Homes and Gardens to highlight one of the handcrafted materials taking center stage: Zellige tile. If a design trend is profiled by Better […]

3 Creative Ways to Use Our Maya Cement Tile

The Maya Cement tile offers an incredibly versatile tile design. Maya tiles are 8-inch square tiles handmade by artisans specializing in making encaustic cement tiles. They come in four gorgeous colors, green, white, blue, and black.  Each tile’s design is deceptively simple because the real beauty and complexity of the Maya tile come out when […]

Customer Spotlight: Ashley Creates an Outdoor Oasis with Our Emerald Green Zellige

It may be February, but we’re dreaming of warmer weather—and what better way to get in the mindset than by looking at an incredible outdoor space designed by one of our customers? Ashley Dalton, a repeat customer of Riad Tile and founder of Ashley Dalton Interiors, recently used our 2″x6″ Emerald Green Zellige tile to […]

Our New Patterned Ceramic Tiles Make a Serious Statement

Our cement tile’s bold and beautiful patterns have made a serious splash. Now, we are excited to up our tile game even more with the newest MVPs on our home turf—our patterned ceramic tiles. What we love about ceramic tile versus cement tile is that the ceramic is slightly thinner and more streamlined, measuring in […]

5 Clever DIY Ways to Use Leftover Tile

Leftovers can get a bad rap, but when it comes to that stack of unused, surplus tiles from a recent project, don’t even think about relegating it to your garage, where it will never see the light of day again. Instead, it’s time to think outside the tile box and put those extras to work […]

7 Stunning White Tile Kitchen Makeovers to Inspire You

Ask some interior designers, and they may tell you that the white-on-white kitchen isn’t burning quite as brightly as it once did. But as kitchen trends continue to circulate and the heat goes up and down on the looks du jour, one thing that will never overstay its welcome is stunning white kitchen tile. The […]

Top Tile Trends of 2023

A new year means new opportunities to make some big changes—one of which may be updating your home! Whether it’s our new marble, unglazed or thin Zellige tile, or vertical subway tile, check out what we expect to be the significant tile trends throughout this year.  Calacatta Gold Marble    View this post on Instagram […]

The Top 5 Tile Trends This Winter

With temperatures dropping and the occasional promise of snow as we approach the worst of the winter season, there’s no doubt we’ll all be spending a bit more time indoors. Colder weather often brings an increasing need to feel inspired by our indoor surroundings. Enter classic and fun tile designs! Whether you’re using tile in […]

Discover Our NEW Thinner ½” Zellige Tile — Now Available

At Riad, we’re proud to provide the highest-quality handmade Moroccan tiles for our design and retail customers. This includes Zellige tile, an age-old hand-cut Moroccan tile that has adorned walls, fountains, pools, floors and more across the Islamic world for hundreds of years.  Zellige tile has recently surged in popularity thanks to its beautiful glazing, […]

DIY Couple Nik and Alivia Find a Silver Lining In Broken Bow, Oklahoma

The Cabin Collection is a group of four sleek but snug cabins in Broken Bow, Oklahoma, designed in collaboration with Dallas designer Gilded Heights. With the peaceful green forest of Broken Bow as a backdrop, each of the four rentable cabins is thoughtfully and lovingly designed and features a variety of stunning Riad Tile in […]

These Businesses Leveraged Zellige Tiles to Create Stunning Spaces for Customers

Zellige tiles are a timeless option—and for good reason! These handcrafted tiles use natural clay from Fez, Morocco that’s harvested and fired at a low temperature.  The tile is then glazed using an ancient process before it’s fired again. The second firing round often causes crazing, when the glaze breaks slightly to show several small […]

Find Your Perfect Match with Our New Marble Tiles

New year, new tiles! We’ve dropped a handful of brand-new marble tiles just in time for 2023. In addition to our Casablanca Carrara, Nero Marquina and Norwegian Rose marble tiles, check out the newest members to the marble tile lineup: Bardiglio Grey, Calacatta Gold and Italian Statuary tiles.  These three new types of marble tiles […]

Tiles Are Never Black or White

Black and white tile designs are returning in-vogue. There are many unique ways to combine typically simplistic black-and-white tiles to create something visually exciting and structurally sound. You can use a black-and-white color scheme to create designs that are as intricate as they are stunning.  Estrella Black Cement Tiles For example, these gorgeous bathrooms from […]

Customer Spotlight: Kazimah Carpets Uses Our Moroccan Tile for an Eclectic Space

One of our most significant sources of design inspiration? Customers! Our customers are among the world’s most creative and talented designers, and today’s customer spotlight is no exception. Meet Josh Guzmán of Kazimah Carpets, a boutique carpet and decor shop based out of Kuwait that sources high-quality handwoven rugs, textiles, and handicrafts from the Middle […]

How to Use Maximalist Design in Every Room of Your Home

Maximalism is trending, especially among the Gen-Z population. The opposite of minimalism, maximalism reflects excess, which is perhaps why it’s popular with a generation who grew up on the internet and its seemingly endless array of ideas. Maximalism has given way to this generation’s preference for bold aesthetics, mixed patterns, textures and lots of colors.   […]

Customer Spotlight: Mackenzie’s Bathroom, Designed with Our Forest Green Zellige

One of the best parts of selling tiles is getting to help our customers turn their houses into their dream homes. That’s why nothing makes us happier than seeing how customers have used our tiles to create stunning kitchens, bathrooms, and more. These are the spaces where you start your day and come to unwind […]

Need a Bar Makeover? Check Out Our Favorite Tiled Bars

Families and friends often congregate in the room that holds the bar, its most central, prominent section. It’s not just the high-top counter, high-top chairs or the bottles of high-quality liquor, either. It’s also the spot where parents can unwind after a challenging workday or kids can hide during a game of hide-and-seek. It’s the […]

6 Times Our Cement Tile Was Perfect In Commercial Spaces

It’s easy to feel inspired by the tiles in your home when surrounded by them daily. From kitchen floors and backsplashes to bathroom walls, enveloping your morning with clean-cut, beautiful cement tile can motivate you for the day ahead. The same is true for commercial spaces, which rely on their tile to evoke similar feelings […]

This Bathroom Renovation is Full of Rustic Farmhouse Charm

In the digital age, most people turn to their favorite social media influencers for inspiration when renovating their homes. Once you’ve found the right look for your renovation, the hard part begins: how to recreate it without breaking the bank. This week’s customer spotlight focuses on Hannah of Thistle Harvest, who created the perfect solution […]

5 Tile Flatlays That Will Spark Your Design Inspiration

Often, the most challenging part of executing a design is getting it started. That’s why we love the inspiration we can pull from flatlays, where color and texture have space to evolve and play. Today we’re looking at five of our favorite flatlays and exploring all of the design possibilities they bring. #1     […]

These 5 Tiled Coffee Bars Are Perfectly Cozy for Fall

Any coffee enthusiast can tell you about the joys of making a morning cup of joe and the importance of a routine: grinding and brewing beans, kick-starting the day with a jolt of caffeine. As important as making a warm cup of coffee is, it’s often just as meaningful to enjoy it in a room […]

5 Ways To Spice Up Your Shower Niche with Handmade Tile

A bathroom is where you transform at the beginning and end of every day, so renovating and re-decorating one is always exciting. A shower alcove or niche is one of our favorite aspects to add to any bathroom space. Here are five ways to spice up your shower niche, whether it’s a place for your […]

These 5 Tiled Fireplaces Will Make You Dream of Winter

Fall is upon us, so it’s time to pull out knit sweaters and cozy pants. It’s also time to start piling wood for restful nights in front of the fireplace. Today we’re focusing on five crackling fireplaces that took our tiles and used them to make something truly unique.    #1   First up is […]

Our Top 5 Marble, Cement, & Zellige Tile Looks of the Week

The tile you choose to adorn your home is a crucial interior design decision and should be one you’ll enjoy for years to come. Whether your tile is the focal point of design or a supporting element, you want it to be eye-catching enough to make an impression. Here are the top tile looks that […]

These Kitchens Use Our Cement Tile To Make Their Islands Pop

A home is never truly a home without a kitchen; a kitchen is at its best when it has an island for guests. Today’s article looks at kitchen islands and how our tile can accentuate their presence and elevate them to a focal point of the room. Classic Black and White Our first look is […]

5 of Our Favorite Uses of Black Tile

Though black may seem like a dramatic and daring interior design choice, it can symbolize elegance and sophistication. And lately, there’s a black tile trend regarding how people bring their kitchens and bathrooms to life. Black walls and floors are simple yet dramatic, often bringing a whole room together.  If you’re interested in centering black […]

Our Pink Marble Tile Is Playful, Bohemian, and Chic

Today’s customer spotlight looks at Kelli Collins’ Mango Manor bathroom and its incorporation of our Norwegian Rose Marble Hexagon Mosaic tiles.    View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Riad Tile (@riadtile) Kelli says her inspiration comes from the beach, a vision that shines through in this whimsical and carefree design. Our […]

Our Top 5 Tile Trends of the Fall

Fall is here, and that means more time indoors snuggling loved ones and sipping warm drinks. It also means it’s time to get your house ready to be your cozy shelter from the cold. But fall isn’t just about pumpkin spice and roaring fireplaces. Here are our favorite tile trends this autumn season. 1: Mixing […]

Zellige Tiles: Perfect for Bathroom and Kitchen Renovations

The weather is cooling down, pumpkin spice is abundant, leaves are changing color, and school is back in session. With the return of fall comes the foreshadowing of the holidays and all the entertainment they bring. With several months until the holidays, the perfect time for a home renovation is now. With that in mind, […]

Seven Stunning Looks Inspired by the Mediterranean

Whether you’re looking to add a subtle accent or transform your bathroom into a breathtaking getaway, the right tiles can bring the magic and awe of the Mediterranean coast to your home. Read on for our favorite Mediterranean-inspired looks and how to make them your own.   View this post on Instagram   A post […]

Five Arched Showers Overflowing with Old World Romance

The bedroom is where we spend a third of our lives, but the bathroom often seems like a close second. Why not make it a place you enjoy? Today we’re highlighting five bathrooms that bring a unique style to modern homes: arches. We’re dedicating this moment to one of our favorite things by showing you […]

The Top 5 Marble Bathrooms of the Month

Marble tile is a dynamic and impressive component of interior design. Choosing the right tile is just as crucial as picking the perfect sink and tub. Marble tiling can be an eye-catching centerpiece or play a supporting role. Here are our favorite bathrooms that blow us away with their marble tiles. 1. Tuft & Trim  […]

Your Mediterranean Kitchen is Right Around the Corner

Have you ever traveled to the bright shores of Greece and dreamed of taking a bit of it back home? The brilliant blues and whites signature to Greece are intrinsic to our Erizo Blue Tile, making that dream a touch closer to reality.  Erizo’s patterns are playful, bright, and a fantastic centerpiece for any room. […]

Mixing Boho And Contemporary Style with Gilded Heights Design

The end of summer breeds a specific kind of solemnity. There’s a notable decrescendo of days filled with poolside lounging and shorefront vacations, and we cling to what few we have left, not yet ready to let the unique freedom of the season slip away.  When fall does arrive, we’re confronted with back-to-school and busy […]

Meet the Next Great Color Combo: Black and Pink

Have you ever tried to create a design and felt uninspired, unsure of what will flow or where to start? Sometimes, it helps to begin with a singular piece or aspect and build out from there, like starting with the colors you want to use. We love unconventional color combinations here at Riad, and today […]

This Vintage Kitchen Has A Perfect Touch of Fall

As we square our shoulders in preparation for September’s first autumnal chill, we’re looking more and more towards designs that reflect the intimate, eclectic nature of fall. Sunny pastels make way for splashes of cinnamon and gold, dahlias bloom in spaces where peonies were before, and bright, zesty flavors relent to the warm comfort of […]

The Top Five Tile Trends of the Month

It’s September, and as temperatures fall along with the changing leaves, it’s time to style our interiors to reflect the autumnal outdoors. But fall style doesn’t always mean burnt orange accents and piles of gourds. Read on for our top 5 tile trends of the month, which conjure coziness and pared-back elegance simultaneously. #1: Pair […]

Check Out Tiled Stairs, The Latest Fall Design Trend

As temperatures cool down for fall, we’re looking ahead at all the tile trends that signal the changing seasons and the emergence of the holidays. But what fits between piña coladas and peppermint hot chocolate? Or, more aptly, between open windows spilling in sunlight and shuttered doors warding out the cold? One trend bridges the […]