How to choose kitchen countertop tiles

A countertop is an essential feature of the kitchen that can enhance or detract from the overall aesthetic. Kitchen countertop options include a variety of styles and effects. Below are a few key factors to keep in mind when choosing a modern countertop.

• Fit for purpose: porcelain countertops are specially designed to withstand the daily stresses of the kitchen. The premium material is resistant to water, heat, chemicals and stains.

• Resilience: Atlas Concorde’s porcelain tiles are made to strict standards of excellence, guaranteeing their durability and peak performance.

• Integrated appliances: integrated sinks and hobs are highly requested in modern kitchens. Only solid surfaces, such as porcelain slabs, can be cut accurately enough to make this possible.

• Easy to clean: the non-porous, compact surface of porcelain countertops can be easily wiped down and cleaned. It is also naturally hygienic and antibacterial.

If you’re looking for some modern kitchen countertop tiles ideas, porcelain tiles are a perfect choice, offering a sleek and durable surface and a modern aesthetics that bring contemporary flair to your kitchen.

Explore these tiled countertop ideas and kitchen tile designs that will effortlessly enhance the appeal of the cooking space and elevate its charm with elegant solutions that offer durability and style. These inspirations reflect the current design trends and can be effortlessly incorporated into kitchens of all types, styles and sizes.

An instant way to create a striking effect in the kitchen is to cover all surfaces from worktops, splashbacks, walls and cabinets, with the same precious material. Ceramic tiles are a great option that come in a wide range of colours and patterns: Boost Mineral stone effect porcelain tiles feature precise forms, neutral colours and exclusivity in every detail. Single large format porcelain tiles can be used to create countertops and large size tiles minimise the need for grout lines and amplify the seamless, smooth finish even further.

Innovative countertop tiles designs can transform your kitchen into a stylish and practical space for cooking and entertaining. Green kitchens are the trend of the moment and have plenty of staying power. Lean into the aesthetic with olive green cabinets, wood details, and white marble effect kitchen worktops, such as our Calacatta Meraviglia slabs. Put a moodier spin on the trend with emerald marble effect tiles, which mix well with gold accents.

Play with the element of surprise to deliver truly modern kitchens. Light tones dominate kitchen countertop trends, so for those hoping to make an original statement dark and black coloured countertops are a daring choice. For an intensely modern take, pair our Black Atlantis black marble effect slabs with black cabinetry or dark wood effect tiles on the floors and metallic details.

Choosing the right countertop colour can be complicated: there are many styles, finishes and textures available. Yet, there are a few key things to consider before making a pick:

• Decide if you would like the countertop to be a feature of the space or give it more of a background role.

• Decide on the aesthetic: would you like to go for an industrial vibe or a warmer cosier space?

• Dark or light? Lighter shades brighten up a kitchen and make it feel more spacious. In contrast, blacks, emeralds and dark greys produce a more intimate atmosphere.

Make all your tiled kitchen worktop ideas come to life with porcelain tiles. Be inspired and choose from stone, marble and concrete effect worktops that will match both contemporary and classic kitchens.

Deliver a tactile experience with stone effect kitchen countertops that allow you to create visual interest through texture. Our Boost Mix slabs feature powerful pebble motifs for maximum originality while our Brave, Trust and Klif collections create visual interest through texture. Evoke the warmth of nature by pairing stone effect countertops with wood effect porcelain tiles for an inviting kitchen that instantly becomes the heart of the home.

Marble effect worktops will always infuse the kitchen with a sense of grandeur. White marble effect slabs with delicate veining patterns produce a subtler effect, while deeply grained slabs are more audacious in spirit. To achieve harmonious

kitchens, balance the colour of the veins in the marble with other surfaces. For example, brown-streaked marble effect slabs – such as our Calacatta Bernini - pair well with a soft brown palette.

Concrete effect porcelain countertops flaunt the allure and authenticity of raw materials and align with the dominant kitchen countertop trends. Concrete effect ceramic tile countertops are awash in neutral whites, beiges and greys, as well as earthier browns, blacks and pastels. For a kitchen, steeped in industrial edge, pair our Boost Balance light grey concrete effect worktops with our equally soft Breath wood effect tiles on walls and splashbacks.

Paying attention to the edges of countertops can significantly enhance a kitchen's style. Creative tiled edges provide a seamless and elegant finish, elevating the overall design and adding unique character to the space.

Subtle hints of marble in the kitchen are common. Make a more memorable statement by going against the less is more aesthetic and taking a maximalist approach to the material using marble effects on kitchen worktop edges, such as our Statuario Supremo slabs.

Picking a different style on countertop edges by mixing materials, textures, and colours creates highly contemporary kitchen designs. Use different edges to frame your countertop and create statement looks.