Finding a tile you like is easy. Just make sure it's the right one for your floor and choose a tile that's rated for the area where you plan to install it. Entryways need a hard, abrasion-resistant, moisture-proof tile. Baths require a moisture-proof non-slip material. Slip-resistant tiles are treated with an abrasive material to "rough up" the smooth surface for safety. Some tiles are rated for indoor or outdoor use only, others can be used in either application.

Floor tiles are usually 1.25cm  to 2cm thick, manufactured in squares measuring 10 cm x 10cm  up to 60cm x 60cm. Other shapes, such as octagonal and hexagonal are available. (Wall tiles are thinner and come in squares from 8cm x 8cm up to 15 cmx15cm.)

Mosaic tiles are 5cm square or smaller and can be installed individually. Mosaic tiles are also available in pre-mounted paper or fabric mesh sheets.