BELK Tile - Tile Talk with Mike Belk

Is buying tiles online in 2022 a good thing?  Most definitely, YES!  Buying tiles online can save you a lot of time and effort.  Especially in today's world where we are all as busy as ever.  Plus as of today, June 12, 2022, gas is currently over $5 a gallon!  A couple of highlights to take into consideration when buying tiles online:

1: Make sure that there is a flat or free delivery option.
2: Make sure that you...

Herringbone Tile pattern has been a popular choice for homeowners.  Subway tiles as always is a timeless tile size.  Wether it is the 3 x 6, 3 x 12 or even the 4 x 16 tile size, the offering has become vast.  However, some are tired of the classic look and would like something different.  This is where the herringbone pattern comes in, offering a subway tile, but in a different and unique design. 

You can layout the herri...

Welcome back, sorry it has been awhile since our last podcast.  Things have been crazy around here and wanted to get our first episode out here in 2021.  Today's podcast is about 5 Important things to look for in a tile store.  It is a simple concept, but one that is overlooked too many times.

1: Selection - selection is a no brainer, you want to have a vast selection to choose from.

2: Price - Price is alway...

Today's topic:  Is it time to upgrade your bathroom tiles after Covid-19.  This podcast goes along with our latest blog post as to wether it is time to update that master bath?  We have been getting a lot of customers coming into the showroom and wanting to or thinking about upgrading their master bath tiles.  Now is the perfect time to take a look at all the different tiles that are available and see what you want to do.
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One of our more popular questions, where to end kitchen backsplash tiles when designing around outlets and counter tops.  Wanted to discuss a few options today on some ideas on where to stop a kitchen backsplash when coming to an open end of a kitchen design.



We did write a blog post about this back in January of 2019.  To see the blog post and some pictures of what we are describing please visit:

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Today's episode is about waterjet tiles for bathrooms and backsplashes.  Over the last several weeks, we have been getting quite a few questions on waterjet marble tiles.   These guys are on the expensive side, but can create some of the most beautiful looks and designs for bathrooms.  Although, we do not recommend for a backsplash, only due to the fact that you will not get the full effect from such a small space with a backp...

Today's podcast focuses on bullnose tile and why do I need it? A common question we get in the showroom and as a phone call is bullnose tile.  Why is it so expensive, why is it not available for every tile?  We answer all of those questions right here in today's podcast.  We go into how it is made, how to measure and decide how much is needed.  We even discuss some alternate ideas on what to use to save money or add some ...

Episode 2 is about Antique Copper Mosaic Tiles.  We start off by going into a bit of History of the metal and when it come to fruition and go into some of the uses for material.  Backsplashes, wet bars and more drier places are ideal.  Try and avoid wet areas at all costs.  The one thing we want to emphasize about Antique copper tiles is that it is real copper, a thin layer that is capped over a porcelain base for durability.  Like...

Welcome to BELK Tile's first ever podcast.  We have been trying to figure out ways to communicate with our customers through this stay at home order we are currently under.  I thought to myself, what better way than to communicate by Podcast.  I will introduce common questions that we are asked on a day to day basis.  Update you with the latest design trends we are seeing in the marketplace and just talk tile in general from b...