Some places quietly become part of the neighborhood. You grow up with them. You rely on them. You know they’ll be there when you need them. That’s been Tile Town since 1971. From our first two stores to five locations across Alberta & British Columbia, we’re celebrating 55+ years of helping people create homes they …
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Winter‑Proof Your Entryway With Tile That Can Handle Real Canadian Winter
January is when your entryway stops being a cute little foyer and becomes a full‑time job. Snow melts. Salt dries. Gravel shows up like it pays rent. If your floor is the weak link, winter will find it. Here’s how to choose—and care for—tile that shrugs off slush season. Start with a tile that doesn’t …
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The 2026 Backsplash Refresh: Warm, Natural, Low‑Fuss
January is peak why‑does‑my‑kitchen‑feel‑tired energy. The good news: a backsplash refresh can change the whole mood without a full renovation meltdown. Here are the backsplash directions showing up in 2026, plus how to pick one that fits budget and tolerance for grout cleaning. Trend 1: The slab‑look backsplash Minimal lines, maximum calm. Designers are leaning …
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TileTown Unwrapped – Your Top Tiles of 2025
Think of this as your year in tile. These are the five styles you kept in heavy rotation in 2025. Some people track their year in playlists. You did it in tile choices. We pulled the numbers and built a TileTown Unwrapped to show which styles you loved most in 2025, from bold forever-faves to …
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5 Tile-Related Stocking Stuffers for the DIYer in Your Life
If someone on your list spends their weekends covered in thinset, skip the novelty socks and go straight for the good stuff: tile tools. These stocking-sized heroes are practical, affordable and make their next project smoother, faster and a lot more satisfying. Here are five small-but-mighty gifts you can snag at TileTown this season. 1. …
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Sealer 101: What It Is, Why It Matters & What To Use Where
If you’ve ever been told “you’ll want to seal that” and smiled politely while thinking “…with what, exactly?”, this one’s for you. Tile sealer sounds technical, but it’s really just a clear coat of protection that helps your tile, stone and grout stand up to daily life: coffee, red wine, shampoo, muddy boots, you name …
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The Big, Bold Truth About Large‑Format Tiles
(Because size matters—especially when you’re tiling your floor) If you’ve ever admired a sleek hotel lobby or a spa bathroom and wondered why it feels so calm—it’s probably the tile. Fewer lines. Bigger slabs. More room to breathe… Large‑format tiles (think 24×48 and up) are having a real moment. Clean lines, fewer grout joints, an …
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How to Choose the Right Floor Tile (Without Losing Your Mind)
Hint: It starts with thinking beyond just colour and pattern. Renovating your space? Whether you’re tackling a full‑blown kitchen overhaul or giving your mudroom a glow‑up, your choice of floor tile sets the tone—literally and figuratively. But before you get hypnotized by trendy herringbone patterns or that one dreamy tile you saw on Pinterest, hit …
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Earthy Elegance: Fall’s Warm Tones in Tile
From terracotta to forest green, Tile Town’s warm-toned tiles bring comfort, character, and a little café-chic charm into your home this season. Why Warm Tones Work Tile Town’s Warm-Toned Faves 1. Tribeca glazed porcelain sage green tile Tribeca glazed porcelain sage green tile (also available in Seaglass Mint) — glossy, artisanal rectangles that make a …
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Fireplace Glow-Up: Tile the Heart of Your Home
Fall is the season for cozy nights and stylish upgrades—here’s how a tiled fireplace surround can turn your living room into a true showpiece. Courtesy of a happy customer at Edmonton South. Why Tile Your Fireplace? Trending Fireplace Tile Styles 1. Modern + moody Black tiles create a bold surround that makes the firelight glow …
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