Key Takeaways

Cement tiles may be pretty, but their porous surface makes them stain-prone, high-maintenance, and difficult to install.

Other stylish choices like zellige, glass mosaics, and natural stone also require constant upkeep and are prone to damage.

For a kitchen that balances beauty and practicality, pros recommend durable, easy-care options like quartz slabs, ceramic, or porcelain tiles.

Designing a kitchen so it’s outfitted with the trendiest and most luxurious materials is a milestone many of us dream about. Now, imagine doing just that and realizing very quickly after your (costly!) renovation that some of your selections aren’t holding up so well.

Unfortunately, we all fall for form over function at one point or another when it comes to home decor. Ultra-trendy backspl

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