An innovative alternative to ceramic tile

Ceramic tile is a popular flooring choice for homeowners, but there are a few things to be aware of before you settle on ceramic tile for your home. While ceramic tile is a sophisticated flooring option, it is not always functional. It can be hard to install, hard to clean, even hard on your feet.

One of the complaints about ceramic tile is its cold, hard feeling. Flooring manufacturer Armstrong has created an innovative alternative to ceramic tile called Alterna. These tiles are warmer and softer under your feet. Because they're actually made of vinyl, this floor is a more welcoming surface for you and your family.

Gone are the days of your favorite plate shattering on the hard ceramic tile floor when it is dropped. You also don't need to worry about scratches and dents. Alterna's top wear layer more readily tolerates accidents and provides greater scratch, stain and wear resistance. It is easy to clean and care for, so everyday messes your family and pet make are no big deal. This is durable flooring that, with proper care, will look new for many years. Unlike the hassle of replacing a chipped ceramic tile, replacing a tile is simple - and free. It has a lifetime warranty, so you can feel confident that it will stand the test of time.

If you're thinking that in order to have all those benefits, you'll have to sacrifice the elegant look of ceramic tile, think again. Alterna actually offers more design options than ceramic tile. The designs are nature-inspired and feature realistic textures that create a ceramic tile-like floor which mimics the colors and texture of natural stone. There are multiple unique tiles per style, so you won't have to worry about repeating patterns. You will get a look that's just as natural as a ceramic or stone floor. Armstrong offers more variations in its ceramic tile alternative than any other flooring manufacturer. The looks range from rustic stone to traditional marble and even slate. You can also accent your tiles with a coordinating grout color for a more traditional ceramic tile look or go without grout for a contemporary visual. These floor tiles are also made in the U.S. with abundant limestone.

Another great benefit is that Armstrong's ceramic tile alternative is something you can install yourself. Now you can forget the headache that installing ceramic tile brings - this is a simple DIY project that can be completed within a weekend. And unlike ceramic tile, Alterna can be installed on any level of your home, with or without grout.

You can have the benefits of ceramic tile - looks and performance - without the drawbacks. You'll definitely find Alterna to be a stylish, high performance alternative to ceramic tile - the perfect choice for your next home improvement project.